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• S P R I N G 2 0 1 2 • Diamonds In Our Community (Part III) By Alonia Jernigan ne of the greatest fallacies to ever hit the African-American community is that we don’t read. OThink I’m kidding? Consider this thought for familiarity: “If you ever want to keep something from Black folk, simply chronicle it: write it down; put it in a book, magazine or newspaper and we’ll miss something every time.” But thanks to the impactful longevity of three staples in Atlanta’s media circle, this myth could not be further from the truth. In fact, there are millions of loyal readers of The Atlanta Daily World, The Atlanta Inquirer and The Atlanta Voice who faithfully prove this myth’s err. Table of Contents As we continue the “Diamonds In Our Community” series, it’s Diamonds In Our Community 1 inevitable that we highlight the media moguls that have, through their individual yet collective vehicles, helped keep us connected, chronicled Invest Atlanta 2 our victories and defeats, and assured that we were well informed about local, national and international subjects that impact our daily ABL Leadership 2 Janis Ware lives. Where would we be without their immeasurable contributions? Publisher The Atlanta Voice Atlanta native and media maven Sheila Tenney can easily testify: “I Did You Know? 2 was a Dow Jones Newspaper Scholar while a student at Therrell High School. As such, we had to stay on the campus of (what was then) Clark Industry Spotlight 3 College for a couple of weeks. They trained us in all aspects of media; at that time it was newspaper, TV and radio. Part of our assignment ABL New Members 3 was to interview someone who worked in the field of our interest. I was privileged, honored and humbled to have the opportunity to interview J. Lowell Ware of The Atlanta Voice. I was totally in awe! To Members Making Strides 4 interview someone of his caliber and to see his sincere concern for our community was truly an unforgettable experience.” Meet the New Board Members 6
Sheronde Glover, another Atlanta native adds, “The Atlanta Voice, What People Are Saying 6 as well as The Atlanta Daily World and The Atlanta Inquirer are all John B. Smith greatly invaluable resources. They were the only sources we had that Honoring James Young 7 Publisher/CEO provided news around the city that was anywhere closely related to The Atlanta Inquirer our experiences. We could also count on them to provide information that would impact our community on a positive level. Positivity has Partners for Corporate Growth 9 always been important for Blacks, particularly when mainstream media does not always accurately tell our stories.” Photo Gallery 10
Each publication sprang from its own unique set of humble Membership Application 11 beginnings. Nonetheless, they’ve stood the test of time and remain viable lifelines in our community. Here are more reasons why we celebrate these diamonds in our community:
The Atlanta Daily World Founded in 1928 by William Alexander Scott II, The Atlanta Daily World is the city’s oldest Black-owned newspaper. In 1932, it became the nation’s first Black-owned daily newspaper in the 20th century. By 1944, The Atlanta Daily World’s journalist, Harry McAlpin, had become the first Black reporter to cover the White House, Alexis Scott Publisher/CEO thanks to the publication and the National Newspapers Publishers Association providing press credentials. Louis Atlanta Daily World (Continued on page 8) 2012 ABL Atlanta Development Authority Board of Directors Rebrands as Invest Atlanta Officers By Nicholas C. Gowens Board Chair: Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. uring the Mayor’s Annual State Chair-Elect: Mary Parker Dof the City business breakfast Secretary: Daryll H. Griffin address on January 19, 2012, the City of Treasurer: Lonnie Saboor Atlanta’s official economic development Past Board Chair: C. David Moody authority unveiled the renaming of the agency formerly known as the Atlanta Development Authority (ADA) to Invest Vice Chairs Atlanta. The change in name and brand Tirrell Whittley, Business Opportunity demonstrates the renewed focus on jobs Cynthia Jones Parks, Education and competitiveness. Invest Atlanta Logo Cecilia Houston Torrence, Membership Headed by President and CEO Brian McGowan, Invest Atlanta better describes its mission Joseph Hudson, Public Policy and objectives, which are to make economic growth and competitiveness top priority, focusing Lolita B. Jackson, Public Relations heavily on business development, and working strategically with the city in marketing the rich Laron Walker, Technology opportunities and unrivaled qualities Atlanta offers on a national and international level.
Comprised of three core departments, business development, redevelopment and housing finance, Board Members Invest Atlanta is the official economic development authority for the City of Atlanta. Its purpose is Dennis Boyden to strengthen Atlanta’s economy and global competitiveness in order to create increased opportunity Scarlet Pressley Brown and prosperity for the people of Atlanta.
John Deushane Invest Atlanta will focus on making the city a job growth engine again and creating an environment Tiffany Callaway Ferrell to attract, create and retain jobs; helping citizens purchase homes; issuing bonds and incentives for Felicia Lewis new development; providing small business loans; attracting new investment, international trade and Joshua Menifee innovation and entrepreneurship; continuing neighborhood and commercial corridor revitalization; and serving as the first point of contact for potential investors and businesses considering expansion Candy Moore and/or relocation within the Atlanta area. Cynthia Jones Parks Egbert Perry With outstanding people such as ABL Board Treasurer Lonnie Saboor, Director of Commercial Loans Dr. William Pickard for Invest Atlanta, the entity will offer funding and resources to new and established businesses and provide resources to revitalize many of Atlanta’s great neighborhoods. Erica Qualls Charles Robinson Kelvin Walton Did You Know? You Can.... Charmaine Ward PURCHASE: Membership Directory: Members* $25 • Non Members* $50 Willie Watkins PURCHASE: Resource Guide to African-American Female Business Owners & Professionals: $15 PURCHASE: 2007 - 2011 Editions of The Men of Influence Collector’s Book: $19.99 ABL Foundation Chairman PURCHASE: Event DVD $50 & President ADVERTISE In the ABL Newsletter. See Details Below. Leonard Jenkins, Jr. Dimensions Members non-Members Full Page: (Black & White) 7 1/2”x 10” $750 $1,000 ABL General Counsel (Color) $875 $1,125 Tashwanda Pinchback Half Page: (Black & White) 7 1/2”x 5” or $400 $500 3 5/8”x 10” (Color) $475 $575 President & CEO Quarter Page: (Black & White) 3 5/8”x 5” $250 $312 Leona Barr-Davenport (Color) $300 $350 Business Card: (Black & White) 2”x 3 1/2” $100 $125 (Color) $125 $150 Staff * Discounts available. 10% off for frequency runs. Rebecca Temple, Accounts Manager Production charges for ads that are not camera ready. Circulation — 10,000 Nicholas Gowens, Program Coordinator copies. Jackie Bryson, Administrative Assistant Distribution — Direct mailed to decision makers (business owners, professionals and corporations.) Big vision For additional information, call Rebecca Temple at (404) 584-8126. for Growing Enterprises 2 ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 Industry Spotlight: New Members Marketing & Branding By Leona Barr-Davenport AJ Production
randing is defined as a “name, term, sign, symbol or design, or a Alpha Pro Wellness & Health combination of them intended to identify the goods and services of Center Bone seller or group of sellers and to differentiate them from those of other sellers.” Marketing is the process for creating, communicating, delivering, Atlanta Audio Visual and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, Brick By Brick Industries and society at large. In developing your company, it is important to understand the key role that marketing plays in the growth of any business. CH2M Hill These marketing and branding firms below can help you cultivate your brand image and structure your marketing strategies. Learn more about the Clayton County Magistrate Court ABL’s marketing firms at www.atlantabusinessleague.org. Cobb County Department of Transportation Accolades, Inc. Dee’s Grooming Gallery Daryll H. Griffin | President Accolades, Inc. is a Marketing firm specializing in logo’d Delsarte Printmaking Studio merchandise. This merchandise is used to brand your business, your new product launch, new service, and get the word DMW Choice Consultants, Inc. out about your business. We provide the Best in Branded Enviro Agscience, Inc. Merchandise Solutions. www.accolades-inc.com Eprock, LLC Executive Realty Soultions Fulton County EBS-4U, Inc. Kit Walker | President/CEO Fulton County Government- Enterprise Business Solutions 4U, Inc. (EBS-4U) is a Small Disabled Department of Purchasing & Veteran Owned promotional marketing company. The company Contract Compliance offers full-service corporate promotional products. Our unique blend of marketing expertise, creativity, and exceptional customer service Gas South, LLC makes us the ultimate partner for your branding needs! We intend to deliver the “Best Value” to our clients. Golden Circle Insurance Agency www.ebs-4u.com Griffin & Strong, P.C. J.R. Crickets Sandtown Crossing
First Class, Inc. LegalSheild Bunnie Jackson-Ransom | President & CEO LJ Davis Enterprises, LLC First Class, Inc. is full service, boutique public relations agency founded in 1975, with a staff of four. Our specialty Premier Women’s Healthcare, is community relations (cause-related marketing); however, LLC we provide all the usual public relations/media relations Preservation Management Pros communications/promotional services, with an above average reputation for media placements. www.fclassinc.com Ray of Hope Chrisitan Church Robert W. Woodruff Library - AUC, Inc. Jones Worley Communication Secure World Technical Cynthia Jones Parks | President/CEO Solutions, LLC Jones Worley specializes in research-based branding, strategic South-View Cemetery Association marketing, public relations/outreach and creative services. SydMar Golf and Sports The agency, led by a seasoned staff, has managed national campaigns for corporate, transportation and nonprofit clients. Management, Inc. www.jonesworley.com TDC Systems Integration Technique Concrte Construction Continued on page 5... Continued on page 5... Big vision ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 3 for Growing Enterprises Members Making Strides Atlanta Daily World publisher Alexis Scott was presented the Working Diva Alexis Scott award at the Build Grow and Enjoy Radio’s “Keystone Leadership Awards.” The inaugural event which took place at the Sanford Porter Center for Performing Arts on January 29, 2012, honored individuals who have made a difference in the communities they serve.
Delta Air Lines announced that beginning March 1, 2012, Scarlet Pressley Brown, Scarlet Pressley Brown director for community and external affairs, is on loan to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights as part of a loaned executive program. Mrs. Pressley Brown will be vice president of marketing for the Center.
A partnership headed by several Real Times Media (RTM) owners, including Dr. Dr. William F. Pickard William F. Pickard, bought 84-year-old Atlanta Daily World for an undisclosed price. Alexis Scott will continue as publisher of the newspaper. RTM assumed full operational responsibility for the newspaper in March.
Former mayor and U.S. Ambassador Andrew Young was surprised and honored by the Atlanta City Council on March 5, 2012 with a proclamation declaring the day as Andrew Andrew Young Young Day in preparation for his 80th birthday on March 12.
The Hyatt Regency Atlanta presented Herman J. Russell, founder of H.J. Russell & Co., with the 2012 Crystal Customer Award on Monday, February 20, 2012, during the 10th Annual Heritage Celebration. The Heritage Celebration serves two purposes—recognition of Hyatt employees with service of 30+ years and recognition of community leaders, Hyatt Regency Atlanta supportive of the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, who have made a difference in building a stronger and more cohesive metro Atlanta.
Since 1971, Premier Academy, Inc. has removed barriers to quality education for over 21,000 low to moderate income children in metro Atlanta. On Saturday, March 24, 2012, Cindra Taylor under the leadership of Cindra Taylor, Premier Academy celebrated its 40th anniversary during The Legacy Gala. The Gala recognized young adults who attended the Academy as well as leaders committed to making a difference in the lives of children.
ABL Chair-Elect Mary Parker, president & CEO of ALL(n)1 Security Services, Inc., was one of nine honorees recognized at the 20th anniversary of the Trumpet Awards, founded Mary Parker by Xernona Clayton, for her outstanding success in business.
Habitat for Humanity International announced that Renee Lewis Glover, CEO of the Atlanta Housing Authority, was elected as the Habitat for Humanity International Board Vice Chair. Habitat’s 24-member board is responsible for establishing policy Renee Lewis Glover and guiding the organization’s efforts to construct, rehabilitate, repair and improve housing in partnership with low-income families in nearly 80 countries around the world.
Myrna White, Director of Public Affairs, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, was recognized by Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine and Spelman College Myrna White as one of the 2012 Superwomen during a reception on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Since March is Women’s History Month, the Atlanta Tribune dedicates its publication to honor executive women in metro Atlanta deemed ‘Super’ in their pursuits and triumphs professionally and personally. Big vision for Growing Enterprises 4 ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 ...Continued from page 3 Industry Spotlight: Marketing & Branding New Members ...Continued from page 3 The Cedalius Group Lattimer Communications, Inc. The Community Foundation for Sarah Lattimer | President Greater Atlanta Lattimer Communications is a full-service advertising and The Physicians Practice S.O.S. public relations agency that specializes in crafting strategically Group, Inc. sound marketing communications programs targeting the African-American, particularly female, population. Urban Light Productions, Inc. www.lattimercommunications.com Your SweetSpot Coaching & Consulting, LLC Youth Enhancement Services, Learning Community Inc. Franzelle Pertilla | Chief Marketing Officer Associates Learning Community is a strategic marketing communications firm. We solve business problems for companies and diverse Cheryl Barnes communities worldwide. Learn more about how we unlock talent, build strategy and provide performance improvement Michael Bayles solutions at www.learningcommunity.biz. William Buchanan Cheryl Byer Stephanie Clark Liquid Soul Media Krystal Conner Nick Nelson | Chief Marketing Officer Shelia Edwards Liquid Soul Media – a lifestyle marketing agency specializing Vaughn Harvey in entertainment, faith-based, corporate and sports marketing Jill Luse – is the only minority-owned agency enlisted by the five major Hollywood film studios. Rodney Moore www.liquidsoulmedia.com N’Jeri Nantambu-Bell Reggie Pope II Jeffery Saxby, Esq. The MarketPlace Firm (TMPF) Kelvin Walton Cheryl Ragland | CEO Philip White The MarketPlace Firm is a multi-level market research data and analysis firm that provides market results to global leaders Students of businesses and non-profit organizations. Our firm clearly understands that stats are facts. Having statistical data in place is a wise investment that can safeguard against costly business Eyong Ebot mistakes. www.TheMarketPlaceFirm.org LaToya Hayden Christina Hobbs Amber Jacobs V & L Research and Consulting, Inc. Mark Johnson Dydra Virgil | Principal Antoinette Lewis V & L Research and Consulting has 20 years’ experience Kim McCray in marketing research. We offer ethnic moderators and Damaris McDonald bilingual interviewers. Products: focus groups, surveys, mall interviewing. Minority Certified. Call 770-908-0003. Tara Montgomery www.vlresearch.com Alicia Woods
Big vision ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 5 for Growing Enterprises Meet the New Board Members ollowing the 5th Annual Congress on the State of Black Business in Metro Atlanta on FJanuary 24, 2012, at the Leadership Center on the campus of Morehouse College, the Atlanta Business League installed its 2012 Officers and Board of Directors. With Thomas John Deushane W. Dortch, Jr. fulfilling his second year in his two-year term as ABL Board Chair, the board Dr. William F. Pickard welcomed 10 new members and recognized the service and dedication of those whose terms expired.
The installation ceremony was officiated by The Honorable Daphne M. Walker, Chief Magistrate Judge for Clayton County Magistrate Court. The re-installed 2012 officers including Mr. Dortch are: Chair-Elect Mary Parker, President & CEO, ALL(n)1 Security Tiffany Callaway Ferrell Services, Inc.; Secretary Daryll H. Griffin, President, Accolades, Inc.; Treasurer Lonnie Charles Robinson Saboor, Director of Commercial Loans, Invest Atlanta; and Past Chair C. David Moody, President & CEO, C.D. Moody Construction Company.
New members to the Board are John Deushane, President & CEO, The Networks of 11 Alive; Tiffany Callaway Ferrell, Director, Regional Operations, Metro Atlanta, AGL Felicia Lewis Resources, Inc.; Felicia Lewis, SVP Small Business Banking Manager, Bank of America; Cecilia Houston Torrence Joshua Menifee, President and Creative Director, The Joshua Menifee Company; Egbert Perry, Chairman & CEO, The Integral Group, LLC; Dr. William F. Pickard, Chairman and CEO of Global Automotive Alliance, LLC; Charles Robinson, President & CEO, Sadie G. Mays Health and Rehabilitation Center; Cecilia Houston Torrence, Former Community Involvement Officer, Federal Home Loan Bank; Kelvin Walton, Chief Procurement Officer/ Director, DeKalb County Department of Purchasing & Contracting; and Tirrell Whittley, Joshua Menifee CEO & Principal, Liquid Soul Media. Kelvin Walton
The Atlanta Business League would again like to thank those board members whose terms expired for their dedicated service to the Atlanta Business League and its members. They are Valerie Ferguson, Sharmen Gowens, Eric Greenwood, Sylvester Hester, Tad Hutcheson, Yvonne Bryant Johnson, Orlando Lynch, Edward Menifee and Michael Martin. Egbert Perry Tirrell Whittley “What People Are Saying”
Thank you Leona: Hey Leona, You are so kind to “ “ Just wanted to reach out to you and the team to tell you what me, I really appreciate th the plug on yesterday an outstanding program [17 Annual Women of Vision [during the ABL Breakfast] you had today. It is amazing how you are able to Congress Luncheon]. out-perform yourself year after year! I…………. Thank you for all of your hard Congratulations. work and your staff is simply amazing! I truly Sharmen M. Gowens” value my membership Community Relations Manager, Liquid Soul Media with the ABL and look forward to the future with ABL.
Best regards, Hi Leona. Great event [17th Annual Women of Vision ” Breakfast] once again this morning. I was particularly moved Gretchen W. Fuller “by the remarks made by Veronica Biggins. [I] Also really President, Warner Fuller Consulting, LLC enjoyed Dr. Pickard as the emcee and thought he added a lot to the program.
Let us know ‘What You’re Saying’ about the Atlanta Well done and I know Belk enjoys being part of such a Business League. Send your thoughts to strong event. [email protected] or [email protected]. Tom Hughes Senior Vice President”, Hope-Beckham, Inc. Big vision for Growing Enterprises 6 ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 Honoring the Legacy of James E. Young
James E. Young was a past chairman of the board, member, and avid supporter of the Atlanta Business League. His passion for the growth of African-American business owners and economic development in the community was unparalleled. We thank Jim for his countless years of service and dedication to the ABL. He will truly be missed.
James E. Young, president and CEO of Atlanta-based Citizens Trust Bank had been the bank’s CEO for 14 years. Jim was involved in numerous civic and business organizations, including The Atlanta Action Forum, Central Atlanta Progress, The Commerce Club, the Rotary Club of Atlanta, The Carter Center and 100 Black Men of America.
Mr. Young is survived by his wife Rebecca, three sons March 18, 1949 - February 27, 2012 and a daughter.
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Big vision ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 7 for Growing Enterprises Diamonds in our community ...Continued from Cover Lautier followed in 1947 and became the first Black reporter to cover the U.S. Congress with the provision of the same credentials. In 1998, The Atlanta Daily World became the first Black-owned newspaper in the city to use front-page color photographs in every issue. The paper became a brand in 2009 upon partnering with the joint venture of Atlanta Retail Management and Areas to open three Atlanta Daily World newsstands at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. It is the first and only Black-owned media outlet to have its name on any airport newsstand in the United States.
The Atlanta Daily World’s most recent accomplishment is its strategic alliance with Detroit-based Real Times Media. “The Scott Family is very pleased with the marriage of The Atlanta Daily World Atlanta Daily World and the Real Times Family,” said William A. Scott IV. M. Alexis Scott will continue as publisher, who remarks, “This is truly a new beginning for the paper. The resources that are now available will enable us to diversify into a multi-media platform.”
The Atlanta Inquirer “To Seek Out the Truth and Report it Without Fear or Favor” has been the guiding principle for The Atlanta Inquirer since its inception in 1960. The publication evolved as a result the Atlanta Student Movement in the midst of a pivotal time in the history of Black America. At the height of the Civil Rights Movement, The Atlanta Inquirer established itself as a news organ to outline distinctive views of the city’s youth-young adult population and as a credible source of information for the Black community in general.
It also claimed an undeniable measure of influence when it gave former Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen a rude awakening. He is noted for saying, “The first thing I do every Thursday morning is read The Atlanta Inquirer to see if I’m in trouble.” He was referring to his erecting a barricade across Peyton The Atlanta Inquirer Road (in southwest Atlanta) for the purpose of blocking the movement of Black residents further south into what was then an all-white community. With the Peyton Wall being cited as a national shame, former Mayor William Hartsfield later told him, “Never make a mistake that can be photographed.”
Standing on the shoulders of initial leadership that included Julian Bond, Herman Russell, Jesse Hill Jr. and many others, The Atlanta Inquirer is still going strong. It counts among its most memorable chronicles the 1973 election of Maynard Jackson as the first Black Mayor of a southern city, the Atlanta Child Murder Cases (1979-1982) and the 1996 Centennial Summer Olympic Games. John B. Smith Sr. serves as publisher and remarks, “The Atlanta Inquirer is forever committed to serving the people and communities by ‘pleading our own cause’ by highlighting injustice anywhere-for all’s benefit—while advocating for the rise, like the phoenix, of present and future generations to promote goodwill and brotherhood toward a Utopian society.”
The Atlanta Voice Since its birth in 1966, the Atlanta Voice has been just what its name implies. The publication was created with a defined vision and mission that has served as its driving force: “A People Without a Voice Cannot Be Heard.” Founded by the legendary and politically powerful J. Lowell Ware, the enactment of the vision and mission can best be exemplified by “improving the lot of our people; promoting the welfare of the Black community, speaking for Black people; demanding and asking for their rights, reporting the news as fast and as fair as possible.” Accordingly, the paper holds fast to its philosophy of operating in honesty, integrity and truth.
Sitting at The Atlanta Voice’s helm is Janis Ware, who, for years worked alongside her father, who was also the founding publisher. She took personal care to assure she learned his style, understood The Atlanta Voice his dedication to excellence and received inspiration from his passion for his people. She reflects, “My father’s vision was to service the entire African-American community, regardless of age, income or socioeconomic status.” The company’s printing capacity allows them to do just that. By being the only Black-owned printing press in the Southeast, they’ve been able to broaden their reach by publishing The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Tuskegee Voice and the Pensacola Voice. And, to compliment the capabilities of the Internet, the publication also boasts of iPhone and iPad applications. The Atlanta Voice is the largest audited circulation newspaper in Atlanta.
It has often been stated that a well-read people is an informed people. Atlanta is fortunate to have these three diamonds in our community that keep us an informed people.
Alonia Jernigan is an accomplished Journalist, Author, Preacher/Teacher/Speaker, Entrepreneur, Encourager and Destiny Coach. To contact her, visit online at www.AloniaJernigan.com or www.dream-2-destiny.com.
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Big vision ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 9 for Growing Enterprises Photo Gallery 5th Annual Congress on the State of Black Business Board Installation Ceremony
Public Policy Committee Chair Luncheon speaker and City Following the Congress, Judge The 2012 ABL Officers and Joseph Hudson welcomes Council President Caesar Mitchell Daphne Walker of the Clayton Board of Directors pictured with the delegates of the 5th Annual addresses the audience of about County Magistrate Court inducted 92-year old William Robie, Past Congress on the State of Black 200 delegates at the 5th Annual the 2012 ABL Board Officers, C.D. ABL Board Chair during the mid Business in Metro Atlanta on Congress on the State of Black Moody, Lonnie Saboor, Board 1970’s, at the Board Installation January 24, 2012 at the Leadership Business in Metro Atlanta. Chair Thomas Dortch, Jr., Mary Ceremony, January 24, 2012 in the Center on the campus of Parker and Daryll Griffin. Leadership Center on the campus Morehouse College. of Morehouse College. Business Enrichment Seminar Series 17th Annual Women of Vision Breakfast
February 7 - At the BESS “Elevate ABL president & CEO Leona Honorary Women of Vision The 2012 Women of Influence, Your Brand with the Right Media Barr-Davenport pose with Chairman Dr. William Pickard Women of Influenced “Tenured” Mix” moderator Tirrell Whitley/ speakers Sherry Armotrading, honors Hall of Fame Inductee J. and Hall of Fame members have Liquid Soul Media, engages Alexis Scott, Wendy Williams and Veronica Biggins, along with fun while wearing sun glasses panelists Wendy Williams/WCLK, moderator Tirrell Whitley at the ABL president & CEO Leona which represent the woman’s Alexis Scott/Atlanta Daily World February 7, BESS on “Elevate Your Barr-Davenport and Board Chair ability to see clearly through the and Sherry Armotrading/WXIA/ Brand with the Right Media Mix.” Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. glare of confusion, conflict and WATL Television. crisis. Business Enrichment Seminar Series Business Power Forum
March 6 - At the “Understanding the Moderator Sharon Frame/Brick March 20 - U. S. Small Business Program participants for the March Procurement Process within Metro By Brick Industries, Debra Benton Administration Regional 20, Business Power Forum (L Atlanta” seminar, procurement officers Brewer/DeKalb Co., Felicia Strong- Administrator for Region IV, to R) Leona Barr-Davenport, from MARTA, Fulton Cty. and DeKalb Whitaker/Fulton Co., Leona Barr- Cassius Butts, discussed the role of Joseph Hudson, Sharon Frame, Cty. discussed how the procurement Davenport, ABL President & CEO, the SBA in providing access to start- Dr. Henrie Treadwell, Cassius process works and business Reginald K. Diamond/MARTA & up and expansion capital, counseling, Butts, Laron Walker and Michael opportunities within their distinct ABL Chair-Elect Mary Parker/ training and government contracting municipalities. Griffin. ALL(n)1 Security Services. opportunities for small businesses. Big vision for Growing Enterprises 10 ABL Shaping The Future • Spring 2012 AtlantaAtlanta Business Business League League 931 Martin931 Martin Luther Luther King King Jr., Jr. Drive Drive, NW Atlanta,Atlanta, Georgia Georgia 30314 (Office)(Office) 404-584-8126404-584-8126 (Fax)(Fax) 404-584-0445 404-584-0445 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Date: ______/______/______ Company: ______ Address: ______ City: ______State: ______Zip:______ Telephone: (______) ______ Fax: (______) ______ E-mail: ______ Web site address: ______ SIC Code(s): ______ ______ ______ Name of CEO/President/Owner: ______ Contact Person: ______ Title: ______ Product/Service: ______ (As it would be listed in the “Yellow Pages”) Ownership: Minority Majority Type of Business: Services Retail Manufacturer Wholesaler Government Non-Profit Other-Specify: ______ Revenue: $15 Million and above $5 Million-$14.9 Million $1 Million-$4.9 Million $1-$999,999 # of Employees: 1 - 5 6 - 10 11 - 20 More than 20 Age: 17 & under 18 - 20 21 - 35 36 - 45 46 - 55 56 & older Method of Payment: Check Master Card Visa American Express Account #: ______ Exp. Date: _____/_____/_____ Signature: ______ MEMBERSHIP TYPE REVENUE DUES Business $15 Million and above $1250.00 Business $5 Million - $14.9 Million $625.00 Business $1 Million - $4.9 Million $350.00 Business $1- $999,999 $250.00 Associate/Individual N/A $125.00 Student N/A $15.00 (with student ID) Write the number of additional company representatives: - Additional company representative: $125.00 per rep. Name: ______ Please return completed application with your check, payable to Atlanta Business League, for membership dues to: Atlanta Business League, P.O. Box 92363 Atlanta, Georgia, 30314, Attn: Membership Referred by: ______
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