African American Professionals and Entrepreneurs and the Power of Networking

D’Andrea Bidgood
Regional Accounts Director, UniWorld Group

Lonnie Tolbert
Metro Atlanta Area Sales Manager, Michelin
Akila Scales
Scales Wealth Management

Dennis Scott
Sports Host, 790 The Zone
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Tina Loving
Client Services Liaison, Software Development
The NBA Seeks to Reach Fans Internationally
The Player: Gail Hunter
The Position: Senior Vice President, Events and Attractions
The Player: Karen Barberan
The Position: Director of NBA Events & Attractions
The Player: Patrick Sullivan
The Position: VP of Events and Attractions
Books
Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell
Suze Orman’s 2009 Action Plan by Suze Orman
25 Things That Really Matter in Life: A Comprehensive Guide to Making Your Life Better by Gary A. Johnson
Awaken the Giant Within : How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Destiny! by Anthony Robbins
BLING BLING: Hip Hop's Crown Jewels by Minya Oh
 
BUSINESS VIDEOS
BRAND NEWS
McDonald’s, Rollingout.com and Bronner Bros. Intl. Hair Show Honor Beauticians and Barbers for Civic Deeds
McDonald’s Next Generation Applicant Anthony Greenwood
Cars & Cigars: Sophisticated Black Professionals Network With a Little Help From Lincoln
 
McDonald’s McCafe Coffee
brand Caduie Smith, Owner, artist management company
brand Angelica Knutse, Charlotte, Entrepreneur
brand Leslie Santiago, Charlotte, Entrepreneur
brand Kristy Perry, Charlotte, High School Spanish Teacher
DEPARTMENTS
Finance
3 Reasons to Improve Your Credit Score
Read the Fine Print Before Opening a Checking Account
As Foreclosures Rise, African Americans Fall Victim To ‘Save Your Home’ Scams
Techcessories
7 Ways To Use Twitter On Your Mobile Device
It’s not just enough to hear the latest mixtape leak from Souljah Boy Tell ‘Em, Drake or whoever else is currently jockeying for hip-hop’s coveted crown. Now, more than ever, music junkies want to keep up with their...
Work In Progress
Comerica Bank Executive Provides Advice on Recession-Proofing Your Career
Leslie Sabbath, the SVP of human resources at Comerica Bank is a lawyer by training. She earned her Juris Doctor at the University of Detroit and has committed her life to helping and guiding people. Here she offers advice on preparing for a new job and choosing mentors...
EXECUTIVE SUITE
Zenja Glass
Co-Founder and VP, USA Technical Search Inc/ USAManufacturingJobs.com		 Charles Ross
Metro-Atlanta Exclusive Financial Specialist, Allstate
John Fleming
Executive Producer of Tavis Smiley’s America I AM: The African American Imprint Exhibition		 Robin Loudermilk
President and CEO, Aaron’s Inc.
Glen Wilkins
Senior Manager, Public Affairs and Government Relations for Georgia and Alabama, Wal-Mart 		LaVarne A. Burton
President and CEO, American Kidney Fund
ENTERTAINMENT & BUSINESS
The Hip Hop Doc, Dr. Rani Whitfield, Gives 5 Lifestyle Changes for Hip Hop Dads
The Hip Hop Doc, Dr. Rani Whitfield, derived his catchy nickname from fusing music and sports with his private medical practice to educate young people on health issues –beginning with his 3-½ year-old daughter.
Heather Gee, VP for Development and Donor Services: Assisting Nonprofit Organizations
Every year, thousands of charities are formed to initiate change in the community. But for those charities to remain relevant, they need individuals who are equipped with fund raising skills. As vice president of development and donor services for the...
Eric Smith, Co-Founder, Chicago Soul Music Festival: Music For The Soul
What is “Soul Music?" We could examine the question over and over and never come up with an absolute answer. That's the premise behind the highly anticipated First Annual Chicago Soul Music Festival, which will take place June 26-28 in Union Park...
BUSINESS DYNAMICS
Jason Medlock
Explains Why Diversification is Key to Successful Entrepreneurship

Jason Medlock is a busy guy. The president and managing partner of GlennLock Foods and his partner and the company's CEO Aaron Glenn of NFL fame...
Sherry Bryant
Hosts a Wealth and Empowerment Seminar to Help Recession-Proof Your Finances

Financial expert Sherry Bryant emphasizes that saving for a rainy day is not just a cliché. A CPA and certified broker...
Dorcey Kuti CEO, Gazelle PR
branding on another level

Gazzelle PR plays a vital role in helping individuals in entertainment and businesses brand themselves. The company has worked with a variety of artists including: Busta Rhymes, Common, John Legend...
Upscale Hair Salon, The GlamBar Takes Black Beauty to New Heights

Nestled in Castleberry Hill, Atlanta’s trendy and historic art district, is The GlamBar — a posh beauty salon that virtually a girl’s haven.
Detroit Black Expo 2009

In the unbalanced world of fragile economies the Detroit Black Expo was — as usual — a bright and shining beacon for business hopefuls.
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