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Kade Henderson |Miss Black New York 2015 Press Tour
FETE|PR client, Kade Henderson will be on a rapid Press/Media Tour effective Wednesday July 15, 2015. Kade Henderson was crowned Miss Black New York on January 28th, 2015 in New York City. Kade’s acceptance of the highly-prized crown is just the beginning of a journey that will take her to... - July 17, 2015 - FETE|PR
August 13, 2015 Marks 95 Years of Red, Black and Green
The colors Red, Black and Green are approaching 100 years since being designated the symbol of all people of African ancestry. The Mhotep Corporation encourages celebration of the 95th year of RBG. (#RBG95) - July 07, 2015 - The Mhotep Corporation
Fran Briggs Releases The Best of Spring Reading 2015, Part 1
From poolside to bedside, a sunny hill or treadmill, Americans are reading. - June 23, 2015 - eMediaCampaigns!
Transgender Policies May Apply to Transracials Like Dolezal, Says Prof. John Banzhaf
The Former Bruce Jenner, and Many Other Transgender People, Are Free to Choose and/or Switch Gender, So Why Not do the Same with Race Also, Asks Prof. Banzhaf - June 20, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
Sugar Daddy-Sugar Baby Lifestyle Expert Taylor B. Jones Teams Up with Dating and Sex Coach Alan Roger Currie
Can women be taught how to become a better "Sugar Baby?" Two African-American Dating and Lifestyle Coaches offer mentoring and training for women interested in becoming a highly sought-after Sugar Baby who will be able to attract the attention, companionship, and financial generosity of older men commonly referred to as "Sugar Daddies." - June 16, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
UH Study Finds News Media May Influence Racial Bias
Tool to Measure Unconscious Attitudes Finds Negative Associations in Two Cultural Contexts - May 31, 2015 - University of Houston
Empowering Haitian Women and Children
Help empower Haitian women and children. They still live in the earthquake rubble of 2010. - May 31, 2015 - Caiman Haiti Foundation
Photo Exhibit “Natural Beauty” by Huggy Bean Doll Creator and Health Expert Yvonne Rubie from June 19-29 at Harlem Besame Restaurant in NYC
“Natural Beauty” exhibit showcases tranquil photos from Jamaica and Kenya by photographer and healthcare expert Yvonne Rubie, MPH. She participated in President Obama’s historic 2009 White House Forum on Health Reform. Also created award-winning African American doll Huggy Bean and African culture book series. - May 24, 2015 - Live Healthy Me
Attorney Michael J. Redenburg Files False Arrest Complaint Against The City of New York
Attorney Michael J. Redenburg has been retained to represent an individual against the City of New York in a federal lawsuit for wrongful arrest. In Eastern District of New York Case Number 15-cv-2155, the complaint demands a trial by jury and includes causes of action for false arrest, unlawful... - May 20, 2015 - Michael J. Redenburg, Esq.
Tampa Church Breaks Ground on Community Garden
Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church in East Tampa will host a Community Garden Gathering to plant seeds for those in need on Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to noon. Special garden plots for sponsors and donators to harvest individually, group activities, celebration dinners, as well as fresh-food drives for the needy are planned for the future fruits of labor. - April 23, 2015 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
DSI Warehouse Inc. ISO 9001 Certification
Successfully Completes ISO 9001-2008 / No Design Certification - April 22, 2015 - DSI Warehouse Inc.
New Website Hands Black Businesses and Communities a Lifeline to Growth
A recently launched website, Support Black Owned, is offering black entrepreneurs and black communities a revolutionary platform for economic growth and prosperity. This, as the website is positioning itself to act as a major advertising hub to promote black owned businesses, while rallying the support of the black community to ensure the dollars stay in their neighborhoods. - April 21, 2015 - Lee Alliance Inc
New Minority-Owned Handbag Brand Continues to Emerge with the Upcoming Launch of Its Latest Collection: Husband and Wife Team Poised to Build a Strong Brand Together
He is commonly called “Mr. Sylvia,” but Sylvia is not his name at all. Gregory Pope, 32, is the co-founder of a growing leather goods handbag brand based in Charlotte, NC. He, and his wife Terri “Sylvia” Pope, 32, are the owners of Gregory Sylvia, LLC. With a focus on... - April 21, 2015 - Gregory Sylvia, LLC
Discovery in Underwater Caves Off the Shores of Ireland to Shake Up Mineral Makeup Industry
The 25-year-olds’ discoveries of new underwater minerals are creating unprecedented success. - April 08, 2015 - Z Skin Cosmetics
Dr. Jones-Quaidoo of SpineVue in Dallas, TX Named Tops in the Nation
Dr. Sean M. Jones-Quaidoo, a spine surgeon with SpineVue in Dallas, TX was recognized by Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital as ranked in the top 1% of all doctors in the United States according to patient satisfaction. The ranking comes courtesy of the 2014 Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. The HCAHPS survey is the first national, standardized and publicly reported patient survey. - March 31, 2015 - SpineVue
Honoring the Best Fashion in the Country That Gives Back to Their Communities
Designers will be awarded for their everyday sacrifices in their communities they have volunteer a lot of time and energy to put on fashion show for a lot of unprofitable organization. - March 30, 2015 - A Salute To Fellow Designer
Charlene Rhinehart Crowned Ms. Corporate America 2015
Chicago, IL native & Certified Public Accountant receives National honor. - March 27, 2015 - Ms./Mrs. Corporate America Pageant
Tennessee Chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation Wants Happiness for All
The Tennessee chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation observed International Day of Happiness on March 20th by spreading its message to those who need it most. - March 24, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
Richmond Sesquicentennial Emancipation Time Capsule
On the eve of the 150th anniversary of the 13th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in collaboration with the Richmond Public Library and The Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc. (CAAGRI) have embarked on a historic venture... - March 24, 2015 - Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc.
New Serum Can Speed Lightening of Skin’s Dark Spots
To speed results towards lightening of skin’s dark spots, Reviva Labs has introduced its new “Lighten & Brighten Dark Spot Serum” to be used under Reviva’s popular skin-lightening Night and Day Creams to speed results. “The lightening of skin’s dark spots is... - March 19, 2015 - Reviva Labs
"Oooooh ... Say it Again" Rises on Audible.com's Bestseller List in Its First Week of Release
Author and Professional Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie, known among his fans as "The King of Verbal Seduction," released his third audiobook last week and his recent title is already listed on Audible.com as one of the best selling audio books in its category. Currie's latest audiobook is entitled, "Oooooh . . . Say it Again: Mastering the Fine Art of Verbal Seduction and Aural Sex" - March 18, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Microsoft Assistant General Counsel Bruce Jackson Named One of 2015’s Most Influential Black Lawyers in Corporate America
New York Native Bruce Jackson gets recognized as one of the country's most influential black lawyers. He went from founding the highly successful entertainment law firm of Jackson, Brown, Powell and St. George in 1993 to advancing a $4 billion regional sales business unit in negotiating licensing and contracts at Microsoft. His many professional accomplishments are complimented by his passion for Diversity and Inclusion across corporate America. - March 13, 2015 - Bruce Jackson
Robert Renteria, Corporate Kid Form Collaborative Partnership
Experts join forces to create strategic advocacy. - March 12, 2015 - eMediaCampaigns!
"Hire Me or Run Me Over" Fundraising Campaign for Nate Smith Movie Off to Good Start
Unsung Story about Pittsburgh Labor Rights Rebel Needs National Support- Parkview Media Group is running a crowd-funding campaign from March 9, 2015 through May 7, 2015. It is inspired by the late, great labor leader, Nate Smith. - March 11, 2015 - Parkview Media Group
"Frederick Douglass Speaks Across The Centuries," Ebook Published '13, Available Now on Amazon/Kindle, Authored by Dr Joseph S. Maresca - Amazon Hall of Fame Reviewer
"Frederick Douglass Speaks Across The Centuries" by Dr. Joseph S Maresca is about the life and times of a great man born into slavery yet destined to rise to positions of power in the private and public sectors.He was a personal friend of President Lincoln and a wise counsel to our government, as well as, foreign governments. On this 50th Anniversary of the Selma March, Frederick Douglass and his message resonate with perfect clarity. - March 10, 2015 - Dr Joseph S Maresca
Award-Winning Film Producer Directs New Comedy, NUTZ the Movie
AMS Visions and Productions upcoming film NUTZ, a comedy starring multitalented hip hop artists and comedic internet sensations, DQ4E (DeDoe and Quis) begins production in Tampa, March 2015. Written and directed by award-winning film producer, Tony Stinyard, the film follows the Nutz brothers as... - March 05, 2015 - AMS Visions and Productions
Church of Scientology Hosts Art Gilliam Book Signing for Black History Month
Art Gilliam shared his experience of growing up in the Deep South during the 1950s in his new book "One America," and this past weekend discussed some of these themes at a book signing. - March 04, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
AAPT Celebrates Diversity in Physics at the 2015 Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists
The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) is determined to enrich the field of physics by increasing the number and diversity of physics students and teachers at all levels. Through this partnership with the National Society of Black Physicists (NSBP), AAPT will continue to provide programming and valuable resources to diverse physicists in the United States and abroad. - February 27, 2015 - AAPT
Lizzie Kimbrough Presents Tribute to African American Women at Church of Scientology
Lizzie Kimbrough performed three theatrical presentations as a tribute to African American Women during Black History Month on Feb. 22nd at the Nashville Church of Scientology. - February 26, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Allure Group Pays Tribute to African American History in the Month of February
The Allure Group and its Faculty Take Part in Paying Tribute to African American History in the Month of February. - February 26, 2015 - The Allure Group
New Obama Immigration Law and Court Injunction Seminar for Immigrants and Families by Attorney Zulu Ali
Attorney Zulu Ali is conducting a free informational seminar on the Obama Executive Action and the impact of the recent federal court decision. - February 23, 2015 - Law Office of Zulu Ali
Introducing Tressenoire - a New On-Demand Luxury Haircare Service for "Naturalistas"
New Technology from TresseNoire is set to disrupt the traditional black hair salon model. Its mission is to connect busy women of color with top-tier natural hair stylists who will bring a luxury hair salon experience to their home, hotel, or office. Any time. Any place. It's that simple. - February 22, 2015 - TresseNoire
Church of Scientology Opens Its Doors to Basketball Legends During Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, the Church of Scientology Nashville hosted a program on the roll of Black athletes from the early years of basketball. - February 14, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Church of Scientology Hosts Insight Event to Bridge the Gap Between Africa and America
In honor of Black History Month, the Nashville Church of Scientology will be hosting a unique event to take a look at African roots and how Americans today can stay true to their ancestry. - February 04, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Youth for Human Rights Hold Petition Drive at Nashville MLK Events
Youth for Human Rights receives scores of signatures for petition to implement Universal Declaration of Human Rights on MLK Day. - January 30, 2015 - United for Human Rights
Say It Again: Self Help for Single Men Meets Fifty Shades of Grey in New Audio Book by Author and Professional Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie
Author and Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie releases the third audiobook in his trilogy of self-development audio books for single heterosexual men. The new audiobook, entitled "Oooooh ... Say it Again: Mastering the Fine Art of Verbal Seduction" is scheduled to be released on both Amazon.com and Audible.com on Monday, February 16, 2015. - January 27, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
CityAlert.com's Damon Clark Receives Chicago Defender Men of Excellence Award
CityAlert.com founder Damon Clark received the Chicago Defender 2015 Men of Excellence Award. The ceremony held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago recognized dozens of men for their integrity, strength, and courage. - January 22, 2015 - CLEW-Less Enterprises, Inc.
Rebel Bulldozes His Way to the Big Screen
Son of civil rights leader developing socially-charged screenplay movie, "The Man Behind Black Monday." It is inspired by the unsung efforts of his father, Ellis R. McGruder Jr. and labor activist, Nate Smith. - January 21, 2015 - Parkview Media Group
The Black 411™ Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Day Promotion
The Black 411™ is now offering a discount to businesses who register starting MLK Jr. day (Jan. 19th) through the end of Black History Month. - January 19, 2015 - Black Excellence Technology Group
Church of Scientology Celebrates Black History Month
The Church of Scientology is celebrating Black History Month with a series of events. - January 17, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Church of Scientology Celebrates MLK Day by Joining with Churches for Joint Service
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Nashville churches are coming together for a joint service on Sunday, January 18, from 2-4pm. - January 15, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Fathers Incorporated Releases Powerful PSA to Highlight National Save Our Sons Night
Leading national nonprofit for the promotion of Responsible Fatherhood, Fathers Incorporated, announces partnership with Richard Wright Public Charter School for first National Save Our Sons Night. - January 05, 2015 - Fathers Incorporated
Mentor Leaves Revolutionary Legacy of Learning
Mike Hawkins, the inspiring Chicago-based poet, activist, digital media educator and mentor known as Brother Mike who helped change hundreds of young people’s lives, died Dec. 3. A public memorial services will be held Dec. 21. - December 10, 2014 - DML Research Hub
Washoe County Proclamation to Protect Nevada's Wild Horses and Burros
On Dec 9, the Washoe County Commission signed and unanimously voted in favor of the Resolution for Wild Horse and Burro Protection in Northern Nevada. Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund joins in the celebration of this momentous occasion as it prepares for the launch of a cooperative agreement between the State of Nevada and local and national non-profit organizations to humanely manage the historic Virginia Range horses. - December 10, 2014 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
College Track Announces Commitment to Expand College Access and Completion at White House Event
College Track CEO, Elissa Salas and Senior Advisor, David Silver joined President Obama, the First Lady, and Vice President Biden along with hundreds of college presidents and other leaders in higher education at the second White House College Opportunity Day of Action. Organizations announced over... - December 09, 2014 - College Track
National Bestseller Author, Tiece, Has Done It Again with Scarlett IV. According to the Reviews, This 5 Star, Urban Fiction Bestseller is a Phenomenal Read.
Scarlett IV is an African American Romance novel that is filled with unbelievable twists and unexpected events. - December 04, 2014 - Tiece Presents
NationTime.org Launches as First Member-Owned Black Social Network
Nation Time Inc. Gives Free Stock Share to all African Americans. - December 03, 2014 - Nation Time Inc
Food, Fun, and Family Activities at the Sixth Annual Super Pet Adoption
Loving All Animals Brings the Number One Food Truck in L.A., Together with Great Music and Family Enjoyment The 6th Annual Super Pet Adoption presented by Loving All Animals is proud to have Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck, the #1 Food Truck in Los Angeles, to kick off the Saturday portion of the... - November 13, 2014 - Loving All Animals, Inc.
New Book "Dark Girls" Celebrates the Beauty of Dark-Skinned Women - Created by Legendary Director Bill Duke
“Dark Girls” by Bill Duke, Shelia P. Moses, and Barron Claiborne on sale: November 11, 2014 (Harper Collins Books) at Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble - November 05, 2014 - Bill Duke
AFG Group Appoints Barbara Oulds as Deputy Operations Manager for NYC Office
AFG Group, Inc. appointed Barbara Oulds as Deputy Operations Manager for the AFG New York City office where she will be specifically responsible for city-wide AFG contracts. - November 05, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.