AUSTIN Black Business Journal® & Community News - February 2019

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LAWYER AWARDS AWARDS

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Celebration of Life Richard Overton

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NFBPA - Celebration of Excellence

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Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:00pm

Huston Tillotson University, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, 1023 Springdale Road

Join Central Texas TOP African American SUPER Lawyers for an evening of recognition and celebration.

2019 TOP 10 CENTRAL TEXAS SUPER LAWYERS

Michelle Earley Partner Locke Lord

Karen M Kennard Shareholder Greenberg Traurig

Edward Fernandes

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Shafeeqa Giarratani

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Principal The Jones Firm

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With charisma, intelligence and courage, these entrepreneurs and professionals of Central Texas are carving their own story into the fabric of this city.

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Terri Broussard Williams President, Williams Strategies, LLC

ABBJ: Introduce yourself: Williams: I’m Terri Broussard Williams. By day, I’m a government relations executive at the American Heart Association. By night, I am a professional speaker, blogger and consultant. I’m President of Williams Strategies, LLC. You can follow my blog at www.movementmakertribe.com.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Williams: I believe leaders turn moments into movements so I help make the world better through my blog, www.movementmakertribe.com It is an inspirational headquarters for leaders who want to start something big like a movement or nonprofit. I also share inspirational merchandise at www.terribwilliams.com, just click shop.

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ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Williams: I often get asked by people, how to start a movement or non profit. I believe the formula to success is the same and something that anyone can learn. I seek to help those who see something others have ignored by giving them the tools and skills needed.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Williams: If you’re looking to start a business, movement or non-profit my biggest advice is just jump. I believe leaders turn moments into movements all you have to do is step up when you feel that fire in your belly and the rest will work itself out. It always does.

Born & raised Lafayette, Louisiana Moved to Austin I moved to Austin in February 2008 to become Vice President of Government Relations at the American Heart Association.

Education I’m a graduate of Louisiana State University and I’m currently pursing a degree at The University of Pennsylvania.

I have completed graduate certificates at The University of Pennsylvania and Cornell University.

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LaTonya J. Pegues CEO, Boaz Enterprises

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization?

Pegues: BOAZ Enterprises is a communications, marketing, and training firm where we raise awareness of our clients products and services through traditional media, high profile events, and digital media. We also provide various types of leadership, team building, and unconscious bias training.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better? What problem are you solving in the world?

Pegues: Through the various types of training BOAZ Enterprises provides we deal with the tough issues that are keeping 8

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companies, government, organizations, and non-profits from moving forward and that cause office productivity to decelerate. As a result of the training we provide i.e. sexual harassment prevention, ethics training, leadership development, and team building, BOAZ Enterprises is helping people recognize areas where they need to personally improve.

When they become aware of areas where they can improve, they should begin to treat their co-workers and people they serve more efficiently as well as aiding in getting over the hurdle of bias in the workplace that effects productivity and how people treat humanity in and out of the office.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Pegues: I have a background in low temperature physics and satellite engineering. When in that line of work, I was told that I didn’t have the “typical” personality of a scientist or an engineer, and my people skills were very high. I realized there was a need to have a service that could “translate” the technology of what was being designed and developed with those who would be using it at the end of the day. There was also a need to work with companies to get the word out about their wonderful products and services that weren’t selling, or they were not able to find certain audiences as a result of them not effectively publicizing and marketing the product or services to potential clients and customers. BOAZ Enterprises was founded in the year 2000 providing solutions for our clients which started in technology at NASA, and has since grown across industries including, entertainment, international relations, and all forms of government.

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ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

Pegues: Social media has allowed us to specifically target the audience our clients need to reach, in addition it has raised awareness of the various professional development training we provideespecially the unconscious bias training.

moving forward – after all of the countless hours of planning, preparation, and investments made for the opportunity.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Pegues: One of the biggest obstacles in running a business is not being able to control the unknowns. One can plan, research, and prepare to position the business to provide services in the marketplace, and then something negative could happen that you were not expecting that could completely keep you from

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Pegues: No matter how comfortable you may be in your business, always make time to network with organizations where new potential clients may be. The more decision makers see you in circles they are in, their comfort level with you could increase, making them feel a need to do business with you.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Pegues: A stream of ongoing referrals that bring a comfortable level of sustainability to the firm.

Born & raised Born in Columbus, OH and raised in Colorado Springs, CO, my Father was in the Military, and we moved there when I was a toddler.

Moved to Austin 2010 Education Bachelors of Science in Communications from University of Phoenix & completing a Masters in Public Administration from American Military University Connect online

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Meme Styles Founder, Measure Austin

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization Styles: MEASURE’s objective is to leverage quantitative and qualitative information, in the form of research and education, as a tool to bridge divisions and empower communities to address complex social problems. We ask impacted communities to become active participants in the process of changing the statistics.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Styles: Far too often biased data feeds the narrative about marginalized communities. MEASURE works to empower people impacted by substandard data and the related narrative by allowing the people to own the information gathered about them, and to tell their own story unabridged. Data provides a common ground upon which community members and leaders at the local and state level can meet, understand the causes and impacts (overcriminalization, public health, etc.) of various institutional practices, and work together to create equitable change and increased awareness.

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ABBJ: What problem are you solving in the world?

Styles: MEASURE seeks to change behaviors, laws, policies and ordinances as they pertain to interactions with people of color. The organization’s work is data driven as it strives to use fact-based research and advocacy on behalf of certain segments of the populace. MEASURE’s efforts are innovative within the ecosystem of social justice entities as it encourages people of color to be the data collectors and storytellers.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Styles: I love serving the greater good and am inspired by like minded advocates that have a passion to see measurable change.

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

Styles: Its enabled our organization to quickly move into markets and scale.

We been able to secure relationships that are meaningful even before the the first meeting.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Styles: Prioritizing Time Effectively ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Styles: Additional Board members with a philanthropic mindset/ ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Styles: To compose a team of leaders with diverse but actionable mindsets. They have to be champions that don’t mind doing what it takes to own the vision & make it even stronger through their contributions.

Born & raised Oceanside - California Moved to Austin 2014 Education Bachelors of Science in Communications from University of Phoenix & completing a Masters in Public Administration from American Military University Connect online

 @memeofaustin  @measureaustin  www.measureaustin.com

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Terry P Mitchell Publisher, The Austin Socialite

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization?

Mitchell: I’m a Serial Entrepreneur, and I haven’t quite gotten my elevator pitch down to 2 sentences or less… The Austin Socialite, a multi-project venture with community and social focus.

E and Co Tech, enterprise software development firm (clients such as USAA Bank, Forbes Magazine, NBC, KUTX.org etc…), Glam Hair Only, a hair extension boutique and salon located in Pflugerville, TX and Trinidad & Tobago.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Mitchell: My purpose in life is to inspire and empower people of color through business and economics. I teach others how to monetize their passions and business ideas through marketing and sales consultation. I also help to unify the city of Austin by creating and promoting social events and small businesses

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ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Mitchell: I knew early on that I’d be an entrepreneur, all my life, I’d always find ways to create startups, whether it be a lemonade stand, school fundraising, cookie sales or turning in bottle caps for pennies. I grew up with a family full of risk takers and business savvy. The Austin Socialite came about when a friend of mine came to Austin to obtain her Master’s degree. She was frustrated that there was nothing for a young professional to do outside of 6th St. I co-founded the site to show her all the cool things available to her in the city. From there the doors to entrepreneurship opened and I’ve been walking this journey ever since.

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

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everyone I know to invest in a good computer and it will surely return the investment. Most of my business is digital.

The internet and social media has made it easier than ever to promote and meet my audience for little to no money.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Mitchell: The biggest obstacle is staying the course. After the excitement of starting something new wears off, it can be challenging to push through. Learning to believe in yourself and your venture during the dark times is a quality that all successful entrepreneurs must acquire.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Mitchell: Finding ways to obtain grants and investment dollars would be a great resource in order to expand

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Mitchell: Do a little bit every day. The key to success is in consistency.

Born & raised Austin, TX by-way of parents from Trinidad and Tobago Moved to Austin Moved back to Austin in October 2018 after traveling around to Atlanta, New York, Dallas and San Antonio for 5 years Education Bachelor’s of Science in Corporate Communications with a certificate in Business Foundations Connect online

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Tesleigh Eure Founder, Salt and Grace, LLC

ABBJ: Introduce yourself: Where do you work, job title, what’s your passion?

Eure: My name is Tesleigh Eure. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Texas and am currently employed as a Supervisor with Child Protective Services in Travis County. I am passionate about serving children and families, interacting with single mothers as they navigate through the dating process, and educating others about the field of social work.

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization? Colossians 4:6 (NIV) Eure: Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.

SALT AND GRACE, LLC was created with the intention of helping others by gracefully offering support and wisdom while focusing on two core initiatives, Eure Momma and Eure Community. Eure Momma is dedicated to supporting, empowering, and educating single mothers in their quest for love while strengthening the parent child relationship and fostering a healthy sense of self. Eure Community focuses on spreading awareness to the practice of social work.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better? What problem are you solving in the world?

Eure: I am trying to make the world a better place by bringing awareness to the field of social work and the topics that affect communities of color. I am passionate about connecting with other single mothers and helping them navigate dating in a safe, healthy manner. I feel that my experience as a social worker and

my personal experience as a single parent who is dating has provided me with a unique perspective and opportunity to connect with other women who may be in a similar season.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Eure: Helping others is my passion.

When I realized that my purpose was tied to it I felt obligated to act. I strongly believe that representation matters in our communities and God gave me a heart to serve and shed light on issues that we historically haven’t talked about.

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, and social media impacted how you conduct business?

Eure: Technology has affected my business in many ways. Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and my website have allowed me to provide information to a larger crowd then I may have originally had access to locally.

In addition, it has allowed me the opportunity to connect and partner with people and organizations across the country to do what I love and continue to serve others.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Marketing. It’s difficult to spread the word when you’re new and still learning what it takes to run a successful organization.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

You will never be “ready”. If you feel called to do something, go with your gut.

If you can make a difference in at least one person’s life, then it is worth it.

Born & raised Born in Columbus, Ohio and raised between Virginia and South Florida Moved to Austin August 2012 Education Bachelors of Science from Florida A&M University and Masters of Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin.

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 euremomma  itseuremomma  www.saltandgracellc.com

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Eure: -Effective marketing strategies -Local networking -Publication connections

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Shelenia Nelson Owner, Krack of Dawn Donuts

ABBJ: Introduce yourself: Nelson: My husband DonRico Nelson and I are the owners in the Krack of Dawn Donuts and Crack n Crab. Both restaurants are located at 311 University Blvd in Round Rock, Texas. My passion, is writing for a purpose. I love writing and writing for a purpose can change a person forever.Education: MBA in Human Resources Management ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization.

Nelson: Krack of Dawn Donuts and Crack n Crab are both Veteran Owned and Operated. We opened our 1st restaurant in June of 2016. The birth of Krack of Dawn Donuts derived from our desire to give our oldest son (who has a disability) the opportunity to be more.

ABBJ: What problem are you solving in the world?

Nelson: We help give hope to many minorities that wish to start a successful business.

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ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Nelson: There was a need for the type of food that we serve. There was not a concept like ours (Southern Food and Donuts) in the area. We wanted to be different and introduce a new concept to the Austin/Round Rock area.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Nelson: More capital, so that we are able to obtain a larger restaurant. Our current location is not large enough for the customers we serve.

Born & raised Seguin, Texas Moved to Austin August 2012 Education Bachelors of Science from Florida A&M University and Masters of Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin.

Connect online

 Krack of DawnDonuts  KrackofDawnDonuts  www.koddonuts.com

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Nelson: Don’t Leave This Earth, Until You’ve Birthed Your Dream! Go For Your Dreams!

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Rae Coleman &

Latasha Norwood Founders, Tai*Rae

ABBJ: Introduce Yourself Coleman: I’m Rae Coleman, co-owner of tai•rae, a mobile beauty bar. I was born in a small town of Huntsville, Texas and my family and I moved to Austin in the 90’s. I’m a military veteran and I attended University of Houston. My passion is to use my story to motivate and help others. I suffer from Lupus and it was controlling my life from chemo, kidney failure, and other illnesses that comes with lupus. At the age of 27, I knew at the rate I was going in, I wouldn’t want to live any longer or I wasn’t going to be alive any longer. Making some drastic changes to my health was necessary.

I became a vegetarian, exercise, and being mindful of my energy has changed my life for the better. I’m now “living” at 31 and not existing.

Norwood: I’m Latasha Norwood co-owner of tai•rae, a mobile beauty bar. I was born and raised in Austin, Texas and studied psychology at Texas State University. I’m passionate about women and children who come from hard lives. I was a child who was raised by grandparent’s due to addiction and empathize with those who come from

similar backgrounds. Which has lead me to become a foster parent so that I am able to give love and support to children who have been entered into the broken system.

Inspiring and showing love to others is not only my passion but my purpose.

Tai•rae: About Our Company: tai•rae is a mobile glam team that specializes in hair braiding and skincare services. We provide our clients with a relaxing mini facial, braided hair style, makeup, and a mini photo shoot all from the comfort of your home.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Tai•rae: We firmly believe that self-care is essential in leading a fulfilling life. Our intention is to create an atmosphere of love and relaxation that allows our clients to unmask and enjoy the experience of life's beauty with good laughs and authenticity. Leaving them feeling beautiful from the inside out helps instilling self-love one client at a time.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Tai•rae: We have always had a passion to style hair from a young age, so naturally we gravitated to the beauty industry. We believe in turning your passion into profits.

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business:

Tai•rae: Technology has helped with branding and marketing our business.

Clients can see our work, interact with us, and see our reviews about our services. 50% of our clientele have been obtain through social media.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business: Tai•rae: Our biggest obstacle in being an entrepreneur is finances. We are still relatively new company and the ups and downs can get draining. Also having to be wear all the hats in our business hairstylist, esthetician, marketing director, and business manager can get overwhelming.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Tai•rae: The resource that tai•rae need to utilize more to be successful is social media. We need to commit to daily post, informative post, and lifestyle post to successfully brand our company.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Tai•rae: Our advice to fellow entrepreneurs is never give up on your passion. “The sky is the view not your limit.”

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Sheila Hawkins Bucklew Founder, Hawkins Bucklew Jewelry Designs

ABBJ: Tell us about your business?

Bucklew: At Hawkins BucklewTM Jewelry Designs we like to say, women’s jewelry is the product we create; however, as a company we stand for so much more. We want to inspire mankind by empowering women through jewelry design. We are a designed-focused jewelry company celebrating humanity through artistic embellishment introspective of the cultural-spirit of community. We call this type of statement jewelry “ethos-chic” jewelry.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Bucklew: It’s funny because I didn’t actually choose the business, it chose me. My desire was to empower underserved women. I was lead to the business of jewelry design after time spent in prayer and contemplation regarding how to bring my social impact strategy of empowering underserved women to fruition.

ABBJ: How did you get started in this business?

Bucklew: I started my business as the answer to the question: How do I empower the lives of underserved women in the global community? The answer I was given was to start a women’s jewelry company. Of course, my next question was: “How am I supposed to do that?” I remembering thinking, if this is what I’m called to do, I better figure out a way to do it! Luckily, I’ve always been a creative person, it’s actually one of my gifts.

By incorporating my natural abilities with those I had developed in my previous careers; I was able to implement a plan of action to launch my jewelry company. Granted, I have a background in retail buying, store management, and a business degree hence, I had the right tools in my tool box to attempt such an endeavor.

ABBJ: Does your business have a stated mission statement?

Bucklew: Yes, our mission is to “inspire mankind by empowering women through jewelry design.”

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers and the internet, impacted on how you conduct business?

Bucklew: Technology is vital to my business.

As a business owner in today’s marketplace

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you will need to embrace some aspects of it or run the risk of becoming obsolete in the minds of the consumer.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Bucklew: Like with any small minoritybusiness one of the biggest obstacles is funding, especially if you have self-funded your company. You have to strategically decide what spending is absolutely necessary and most effective for the initial success of your business. We all know how critical it is to build a team. Having the right people in the right positions is extremely important to a small business; however, often times we are trying to hire for those opportunities with a limited budget or no budget at all. This would be another major obstacle in successfully scaling your company. Acquiring that highly sought after brick & mortar business location can be another hurtle to overcome. Scaling your business to the point where having a physical location for your clients actually makes business sense.

Like most things, I recommend taking baby steps when scaling your business, especially if you are on a tight budget. I’m ok with achieving small successes, as long as I’m still headed in the right direction, which is onward and upward.

ABBJ: What resources have helped you the most as an entrepreneur?

Bucklew: Participating in targeted networking activities has been a great resource for me. As a CEO I believe that 90% of your time should be spent doing things that bring awareness, revenue, or funding to your company. Engagement within the community you provide products and services for is also a value added practice which could lead to key relationship building that can become a significant resource.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for firsttime entrepreneurs?

Bucklew: I would advise a first time entrepreneur to surround themselves with key team members as quickly as possible.

This will leverage their time and help them avoid running their business as an entreprenuer; like I did. I was trying to save on expenses by doing everything myself, which in the long run only leads to stress and not utilizing your talents for the highest and best use within the company.

The second bit of advice I would share is to “go for it.” By no means am I suggesting that they jump in blindly or skip steps in the process. They will still need to do their research and plan their business; however, I would recommend doing this by harnessing the vision of what their “dream” company looks like. “I design Ethos-Chic Jewelry for today’s progressive women living a cosmopolitan lifestyle.”

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Valerie Deyo Broker, Imperium Sky Realty investments by 2003. Real Estate has its ups and downs but there is no more land being made and what is available always will have a price tag on it. I have been an Entrepreneur even before I knew what the word meant and Health and Wellness has always been a passion to have quality of life and thrive at all requires the best health. I choose the CBD market because it is the new science of Wellness and change lives and how we take care of our health naturally.

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization?

Deyo: Managing Broker/Owner of Imperium Sky Realty. I provide a fullservice company and stellar service.

Branding Partner for NewYou CBD Green Health and Wellness Cannabis Products Promoting homeostasis within the Endocannabinoid system with CBD for Optimal health.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better: Deyo: I try to live my life with intentional acts of kindness, my goal is to do my part to help bless others and share more love in our broken society. Encourage others to see a human race rather than color and labels seeking only to continue to divide the world.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Deyo: I found real estate exciting and very lucrative after I bought my first home in 1985 as a young teacher and leverage it into 6 additional income properties and 20

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ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

Deyo: The world is moving so fast and people want immediate information and quick gratification. The Technical world is always evolving and the use of social media for branding and monetizing your business is at your fingertips. Creating an audience and opening up new avenues to grow your business has gotten easier. I am able to serve clients more efficiently and in less time with the use of mobile devices and business apps for Realtors. I have mobile apps to send information about my business, post to social media, tweet and send a photo to Instagram all from my phone in a matter of minutes. I still believe in old fashion face to face and building rapport and relationships on a human level. Artificial intelligence may be the future but I still like remember my past business practices that kept my loyal clients loyal.

ABBJ: Obstacles for running a business: Deyo: Best business practices of marketing, prospecting daily to keep your pipeline full requires time management and discipline when you work for yourself and make your own hours. Often times family obligations

and expectations require you to make sacrifices in your business work week, due to flexibility that you don’t have working a 9 to 5 job on the clock. Financial overhead of maintaining a business with all the necessary licenses and fees associated daily operations and educational requirements as a Broker.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be successful?

Deyo: To network more and attend new builders’ opportunities to get my Name and face out to new communities. Start farming my area and own my community as the local Broker for Harris Branch.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for another entrepreneurs/nonprofit?

Deyo: I would say set goals for yourself, personal development is the secret to success, be coachable, find a mentor and learn your business, make sure your passion is what keep you going when you want to quit. Don’t let fear keep you from being who you were called to be. Find your purpose and do what you love, find joy in all you do and be a difference maker. Enjoy every minute in the moments of life because that is all you get.

Born & raised I was born in Greenville, South Carolina.

My father was in the Air Force. I was raised in Kyle, Texas but moved to California in 1978 after graduating for College. I remembered thinking if I ever wanted to move back to Texas, I should buy a home in advance. So, I purchased a home in 2005 and returned to be near my grandkids in 2010.

Moved to Austin 2010 Education BA from Texas Lutheran University 1979.

MA from Azusa Pacific University 1986 Connect online

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Sandra Allen Owner, ASA Baby Boutique

Born & raised Beaumont, TX Moved to Austin In 2003. Previously lived in Manor for 11 years and have lived in Pflugerville for the last 5 years.

Education BA in Sociology/Psychology, MA in Sociology, and Ph.D. in Sociology Connect online

 asababyboutique  asababyboutique  https://asababyboutique.us

ABBJ: Introduce yourself: Allen: I am a Project Manager and I enjoy helping people plan events or projects ABBJ: Tell us about your business/organization?

Allen: ASA Baby Boutique is a one stop shop for all your infant, toddler, youth and maternity clothing needs.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Allen: I’ve always had trouble consistently finding trendy clothes for my children ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

Allen: Social Media has provided a larger platform to market to ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Allen: Follow your dreams

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Alta Alexander Owner, Altatudes

ABBJ: Tell us about yourself.

Alexander: I am the owner of a women’s clothing boutique, Altatudes. Altatudes is a high-end women’s clothing boutique sewn in the heart of historic East Austin, TX where modern design is threaded together with traditional tailoring; the first and only African American owned upscale boutique in Austin.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Alexander: Through my Altatudes Hearts and Handbags® give back initiative I encourage confidence and self-esteem in young women. Promoting the empowerment of women is key to me and my business. I know “women don’t feel good in their clothes until they feel good in their hearts and minds”. My ultimate and overarching goal is to help women realize their self-love and build their confidence.

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ABBJ: How did you get started in this business?

Alexander: Fashion is my passion.

Owning my own boutique has been my desire since I was a very young girl.

Seventeen years ago on a second or third date with my then-boyfriend/nowhusband Lamont, I shared my dream of being a boutique owner. Fast forward to Valentines Day 2017, he gifted me space to turnkey on my dream, in the very area I expressed 17-years earlier - in East Austin!

We immediately got busy with the build out and opened the shoppe September 18, 2017. To me, fashion is a tool for a form of personal expression, a way to allow the public a glimpse into who you are on any given day, at any given moment. Style is the unique rendition of that declaration.

Why’d I get into this business? I LOVE clothes! I love all types of clothes because they allow me to use them as another vehicle to speak to people and let them

know who I am. I also believe style, which I call “tude”, can be a mechanism for building confidence and self-esteem. I am well aware that if a woman does not feel good in her mind and heart she will not feel good in her clothes, so expressing one’s self through style can help to buildup one sense of self. And, it starts with self-love!

I began this journey as a child through DIY conversions of shoebox boxes into boutiques, making outfits for paper dolls, “designing” Barbie, Mrs. Beasley and Drowsy dolls clothes, and mix and matching clothing from the only source to be had in the country area of Smithville, the ever-popular Sears catalogs. Later, the journey progressed into collaborating with my cousin Janie and grandmother Johnnie Bea on patterns creating my own looks and designs! I was hooked! The older I got the more specific I became on how I wanted my garments to look. To be the same,was boring to me, so I was blessed to have these two as my own “personal” seamstresses. I really came into knowing and understanding what it was that I loved for me. Friends would ask me to help them select something for events, activities and dates, and I was more than glad to assist!

My mother sent me to Barbizon Modeling School in San Antonio to help my out of my tomboy phase (yes, I went through this phase because I love the simplicity of the jeans and t-shirts)! These are pics of me at a Barbizon photoshoot at 15/16-years.

These pics were also featured in my high school yearbook.

ABBJ: Does your business have a stated mission statement, the reason that this business exists?

Alexander: Giving back is something I have done for long time, so that commitment to develop and grow has FEBRUARY 2019

PROFESSIONALS & ENTREPRENEURS extends beyond my passion and into my business. I am glad to be able to share it with others While I do not (yet) have a formal mission statement, as mentioned previously, my Altatudes Hearts and Handbags® give back initiative is where I encourage self-belief and self-love in young women. Women empowerment is key to me and to Altatudes. I can’t say it enough, “women don’t feel good in their clothes until they feel good in their hearts and minds”. My topmost objective is to help women realize their true self-confidence.

Austin BBJ: Whom do you seek advice from for your business?

Alexander: Without a doubt, my husband Lamont. Although, our businesses are VERY different (he has a real estate investment business and a landscaping service). e has an incredible work ethic and his business acumen is impeccable. He’s my go-to for candid and accurate advice concerning business to-dos (and not-todos). I know he’ll tell me the things I need to hear as well as those things I might not want to hear.

ABBJ: If something happens to you, what will happen to your business?

Alexander: My (step) daughter will assume the role of running Altatudes.

She’s been my number one cheerleader since day-one and learned the POS system before I did! I impart as much of the dayto-day business details to her as possible (she has a fabulous day job she loves, my two grand babies, and a wonderful husband), and like her father - her business ethics and acumen are part of her DNA! I know Altatudes would be in the best hands with her.

ABBJ: How has technology impact how you conduct business?

Alexander: The advent of social media has been a prolific marketing tool that has helped to move my business further faster byway of communicating to the masses on scales that would not have been possible had I started my business decades ago. The many elements these platforms offer allow for the business reach to be extended in ways that had never before been perceived!

I have to admit I have a love-not-so-love relationship with social media, Some days

I love it and other days it’s more of a chore, but I can’t imagine business without it!

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running a business?

Alexander: One of the biggest challenges for running any business is getting the name out - you can build it, but they won’t come unless they know you’re there! A good portion of your operating budget must be dedicated to marketing.

The injection of social media into the business realm has helped to defray the cost somewhat, however the monetization of social media is growing and a budget set-aside will need to include these communications platforms as well.

ABBJ: What resources have helped you the most as an entrepreneur?

Alexander: Obviously, the internet and social media are some of the vital tools/ resources that have assisted in helping Altatudes, but building relationships has been a crucial and appreciative key! I have meet so many folks along this journey who have reached out with advice, knowledge and experiences of this industry and of business in general, and I will be forever grateful for the shares. As this is my first entrepreneur venture, there were countless unknowns of the launching a business - I completely appreciated those individuals and entities that stepped up to share their path pearls with me and help bring clarity to some of the clutter!

ABBJ: What advice do you have for firsttime entrepreneurs?

Alexander: Keep an open mind! Listen to the advise of those you can trust and that have your best interest at heart! Heed to what makes sense to YOUR business and YOUR plan. Don’t be afraid to say ‘no’ - this is your business, your dream and at the end of the day you’re the one accountable to its success. Don’t be afraid to fail. My grandmother said, “Nothing beats a fail, but a try!”, so no matter what, you’ve already won just by trying! Lastly, I would advise to embrace the fear. With the aforementioned unknowns, comes ‘fear’ and that’s natural, and there will be many times fear will visit. Embrace it full on, and when you’re done you will have an unbelievable sense of self and success.

Born & raised I proudly hail from Smithville, TX. Yes, I am a country girl and proud of it! I grew up on a small farm outside town, on Winchester Road. We had one neighbor that was close-by - Mr. Leslie and Mrs. Ileana. I was raised by loving grandparents (grandfather was a farmer, and my grandmother a homemaker), while my mother worked in Austin at IRS. Moved to Austin I moved to Austin permanently when I was about 12. Being from a small town, I couldn’t wait to get to the “big city” - I mean after all, Austin had malls, boutiques ...and McDonald’s!

I actually remember coming to the Zodiac Record Store in the space Altatudes is currently in!

Education Graduated Travis High School, then earned a Bachelor’s in Communications and Business from Huston-Tillotson University. I would eventually like to obtain my master’s, but at the moment, my cup runneth over.

Connect online

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Jasmine Willis Founder, NexCrew

ABBJ: Introduce yourself: Willis: I currently work at the American Heart Association. My passions are 1) give back to the community that I grew up in and 2) to enhance the lives of others through positive promotion of self-awareness, acceptance, and thriving as geeks of color starting in Austin and spreading throughout Texas.

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization?

Willis: NexCrew is a multimedia group that aims to provide platforms that highlight the contributions, endeavors, and success of geeks of color within our community. We accomplish this through the hosting of local geek-related events, meet ups, an online podcast, and by offering brand building services to geek and non-geek entrepreneurs.

Born & raised Born & raised: Austin, TX Connect online

 thenexcrew  @thenexcrew  thenexcrew

ABBJ: How are you making the world better? What problem are you solving in the world?

Willis: Through our podcast and our events that we host, we hope to change the mindsets and remove the negative stigmas of those who may not have an understanding of what being a geek or nerd as a POC is. By providing geekpreneurs with our brand management, social media, and audio/video services, we encourage those around us to build and share their creative prowess to the masses.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Willis: I wanted to do this because I was tired of going to various anime or gaming events, conventions, expos, etc. and NOT seeing people who looked like me as headliners. There are plenty of people of color who have worked hard to get to

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where they are, but do not receive the recognition they deserve. The NexCrew will change that.

ABBJ: How has technology, such as computers, internet, social media impacted how you conduct business?

Willis: We thrive on the internet! Our podcast reaches thousands through Spotify and iTunes! It’s been amazingly scary, but wonderful at the same time.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Willis: It’s getting people to get on board with our mission. Being a Black woman makes it even more difficult for anyone to really take what we’re doing serious. This is definitely not a hobby.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Willis: We’d like to connect with other Black-owned businesses who are willing to look beyond the “video games and cartoons”. We’d love to have sponsors (corporate and non-corporate), office/ recording space, and access to event space that we can use to hold galas, fundraisers, dances, and meet-ups.

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Willis: Know that your idea is not too wild or crazy! Use your idea/business to build and maintain a connection within your community. Start where you are comfortable and don’t worry about getting somewhere too soon. It all takes time!

Utilize your strengths and develop your weaknesses. Trust in your gut and never be afraid to keep mentors around you. They will help you in more ways than one!

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Tiffanie Harrison Founder, Engage Round Rock

ABBJ: Introduce yourself Harrison: I am a Marketing Teacher and Racial Equity Leader at Round Rock High School. Entrepreneurship and dance are two of my lifelong passions and started my own choreography business at only 16 years old. Harrison’s day-job is spent building a culture of entrepreneurship with the students on her campus. Her passion-job includes co-creating and overseeing organizations that impact school culture and inclusivity. She works with students from all backgrounds through the Black Student Union and Dragon Nation (the school’s spirit council). She believes that students, parents, teachers and community members have solutions to the problems that public education faces so she works to bring those solutions to the surface.

Harrison enjoys traveling. Her last trip was to Thailand and is looking forward to New Zealand next.

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization.

Harrison: I am the co-founder of Engage Round Rock; an organization that serves to encourage those most impacted by public and educational policy (and inequities) to engage in the community advocacy and solutions.

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Harrison: I am making the world better through education. I engage in real conversations with my students. I

encourage them to not only be the change they want to see in the world, but to also advocate for systemic change as well.

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Harrison: I didn’t choose education, it chose me! I did not set out to be a teacher but I have never loved anything more!

ABBJ: How has technology impacted how you conduct business?

Harrison: I use social media to connect with other educators and to share the unique and interesting things we are working on in my classroom.

ABBJ: What are the biggest obstacles for running this business?

Harrison: Bureaucracy.People say that they want every student to succeed because it sounds good. But we don’t always want to do the tough reflection on our individual and systemic practices that create and sustain educational inequity.

ABBJ: What resources do you need to be more successful in your business?

Harrison: Community partnership.

Parents, students, teachers, community members go farther in the interest of students when we go together. It Takes a Team!

ABBJ: What advice do you have for other entrepreneurs/nonprofits?

Harrison: Take care of yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup.

Education Baylor University, Bachelor of Science in Education & Baylor University Master of Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Marketing Connect online

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Elizabeth Guillory Medina Chief Diversity Officer, Concordia University Texas

ABBJ: Introduce yourself Medina: Elizabeth Guillory Medina, Associate Vice President for Student Life/ Chief Diversity Officer at Concordia University Texas. I am passionate about women in leadership, higher education, as well as health and wellness among women of color.

highly respected Concordia University System, in which more than 36,000 students are enrolled nationwide.

Born & raised

ABBJ: How are you making the world better?

Medina: Educating and developing college students as future leaders.

In 2003. Previously lived in Manor for 11 years and have lived in Pflugerville for the last 5 years.

ABBJ: Tell us about your business/ organization?

Medina: Concordia University Texas is a regionally accredited institution of higher education, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees through a variety of delivery methods, including online and accelerated learning. A privately held, liberal arts university, Concordia is affiliated with The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. It is a member of the

ABBJ: Why did you choose this type of business?

Medina: I come from a family of educators and I have always been committed to lifelong learning.

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ABBJ: What advice do you have for others?

Medina: Remain focused on your goals and authentic in your leadership.

Beaumont, TX Moved to Austin

Education BA in Sociology/Psychology, MA in Sociology, and Ph.D. in Sociology Connect online

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Black Business Journal’s Kid Press Corps Trains At Local TV Station Emmy Award-winning journalist Ashley Goudeau sat down with Black Business Journal’s Kid Reporters to share a few tricks of the trade.

Six Kid Reporters had the opportunity to train first hand in a local television station thanks to television news Anchor Ashley Goudeau.

Goudeau said she is blessed to be a part of the KVUE news team, serving the people of Central Texas and was thrilled to share her knowledge with the young journalists.

Goudeau serves as KVUE’s Midday anchor and as KVUE’s political reporter.

Goudeau shared that on the last day of her sophomore year of high school her history teacher told her she would be a great television news reporter. He said her versatility and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone would help make her a great journalist.

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Goudeau gave the Kid Journalists valuable information on conducting live TV interviews. She told the crew of six local elementary and middle school students who are interested in TV careers the three keys to live TV interview.

- Research who or what your story is about - Write down your questions - Listen closely during your interview to ask follow up questions The trip was sponsored by Made Media Group, a local nonprofit, whose mission is to help minority kids seek careers in media and technology.

Contact info@blackbusinessjournal.com if you have a story to share with our local Kid journalists.

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COMMUNITY

Richard Overton, 1906 - 2018

A beloved Austinite and the country’s oldest living World War II Veteran The city of Austin lost one of its most beloved residents and the country lost the oldest living veteran who fought in World War II. After a battle with pneumonia, Richard Overton passed away at 112 years old. As his family and friends alongside not only Austin but the entire country, mourn the loss of a great man, we look back at a life well-lived.

A soldier is born May 11, 1906

On May 11, 1906, Richard Arvin Overton was born in Bastrop County, Texas. Back then the average life expectancy was only 47 years. That was one of many barriers Overton shattered. In 1940, Overton joined the Army as a member of the 188th Engineer Aviation Battalion. Private First Class Overton arrived in Pearl Harbor weeks after the bombing that killed 2,403 Americans. “Every window that was in those houses was shot out. So when we got there, that’s the way it was. And the ships, some of them were still floating, some of them still smoking,” Overton told KVUE in 2013. “Some of them were still burning.”

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Overton was part of a segregated unit that “island hopped” throughout the South Pacific. Between 1940 and 1945, he traveled to Guam, Palau and Iwo Jima.

“You heard in Iwo Jima the water turned to blood? Well, it did,” he recalled. “When you talking about some of the stuff we had to go through, I never want to go through that again.” He left the Army in October 1945 as a technician fifth grade and returned to Austin.

Return to Texas October 1945

Overton worked at local furniture stores and then as a courier for the Texas

Department of the Treasury at the Texas State Capitol where he served four Texas governors before he retired.

“He knew many dignitaries,” Overton’s cousin, Volma Overton Jr. told ABC News.

“He worked for the treasurer of the state at one time and would drive a golf cart to the bank to deposit millions of dollars in checks.” In 1945, Overton built the house on Hamilton Avenue in East Austin that he would call ‘home’ for the rest of his life.

His time was filled with friends and family, afternoons spent sitting on his front porch, but he also liked to stay busy.

“That’s the only thing that will keep you living. You got to keep moving. You don’t sit down and watch TV all the time. You have to keep moving,” Overton said.

The world takes notice 2013

In 2013, the nation took notice of Overton.

A whirlwind of publicity over the oldest living World War II veteran brought lawmakers to his front porch and sent him out into the world to meet celebrities and his brothers and sisters in arms.

President Barack Obama invited Overton to Washington, D.C. to visit the White House and participate in a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.

At the ceremony, Obama led a standing ovation for the proud veteran. Overton later said it was one of the proudest FEBRUARY 2019

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which more than 80 million people lost their lives. He lived through segregation and saw 21 presidents in the White House during his lifetime.

Overton led a life well-lived, filled with love, laughter, bravery and courage. He loved his family, his country and hoped that we could all learn to love each other.

He was a beloved member of not only the Austin community, but the nation.

Celebration of Life

moments of his life. In November of 2015, Overton battled pneumonia and recovered. But by 2016, the soldier had grown frail and was in danger of losing his beloved home of more than 70 years to stay in a nursing home. A GoFundMe campaign raised close to $200,000 to help pay for in-home care for the proud veteran.

Celebrating 112 years May 11, 2018

In May 2018, Overturn turned 112-yearsold and the city and the nation celebrated alongside his family and friends. “… that’s pretty old, ain’t it?” Overton said. “I can still get around, I can still talk, I can still see, I can still walk.” He had no plans of

slowing down. Austin Mayor Steve Adler has declared the day Richard Overton Day and the city also changed the name of his street, Hamilton Avenue, to Richard Overton Avenue.

“I’m proud to get that,” Overton said.

Overton said his secrets to good health and longevity were smoking a cigar every day, having an occasional whiskey and surrounding himself with good friends.

In December 2018, Overton was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with another bout of pneumonia. He has battled pneumonia twice in recent years.

He was released from the hospital into rehabilitation on Dec. 24, but passed away three days later. Richard Arvin Overton watched the world change during his 112 years on this Earth. He survived a war in

On Saturday, January 12, 2019 Austin said its last goodbye to Richard Overton with a funeral and procession, followed by burial at a cemetery full of Texas state heroes.

At the time of his death on December 27th, Overton was the nation’s oldestliving World War II veteran at 112 and the oldest man in the United States.

Overton’s funeral was held at the Shoreline Church in Austin. Gov. Greg Abbott, Austin Mayor Steve Adler and U.S. Army General John M. Murray all spoke, praising the World War II hero and longtime Austin resident. Overton was Austin’s most beloved citizen. He had such a warm and welcoming nature and well-known for his love of cigars and whiskey. He died at a rehabilitation facility on December 27.

He had been hospitalized with pneumonia at St. David’s Medical Center for more than a week before he was admitted into the rehab facility on Christmas Eve. Overton was buried at Texas State Cemetery on Navasota Street in East Austin, about a half-mile from the home where he lived for 72 years. His plot is located on the east end of the cemetery on Monument Hill, next to his cousin Volma Overton Sr., who was president of the Austin chapter of the NAACP. To advertise email sales@blackbusinessjournal.com

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RELIGION

Austin’s Black Churches Church Name

Pastor

Address

City

State

Zip

Agape Baptist Church

H. Ed Calahan

7801 North Lamar Blvd., Bldg. F-15

Austin

Texas

78752

Alpha Seventh Day Adventist

Dr. Gordon S. Jones

3016 East 51st Street

Austin

Texas

78723

Bethany Christian Church

Rev. W.W. Booker

3507 East 12th Street

Austin

Texas

78721

14900 Avery Ranch Blvd. Suite C200

Austin

Texas

78717 78702

Christian Faith Fellowship Church Church of the New Testament

Billy J. Walker

1602 Harvey Street

Austin

Texas

David Chapel Missionary Baptist

Rev. Joseph C. Parker, Jr.

2211 E. MLK Jr. Blvd.

Austin

Texas

78702

East 19th Street Missionary Baptist

Rev. M.C. Walker

3401 Rogge Ln

Austin

Texas

78723

East Side Church of Christ

George Williams - Minister

5701 East MLK Jr., Blvd.

Austin

Texas

78721

Ebenezer Baptist Church

Dr. Ricky Freeman

1010 East 10th Street

Austin

Texas

78702

First Presbyterian Baptist Church

Elizabeth McLean

8001 Mesa Drive

Austin

Texas

78731

Gates of Dominion Word MinistryInternational

Michael A. Price - Apostle

5050 Commercial Park Dr., Suite A-1

Austin

Texas

78724

Grant A.M.E. Worship Center

Rev. Sylvester Delaney Patton III

1701 Kramer Lane

Austin

Texas

78758

Greater Calvary Baptist Church

Archbishop Dr. Sterling Lands, II

6510 Berkman Drive

Austin

Texas

78723

Greater Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist

Chester F. Brown, III

4907 Springdale Road

Austin

Texas

78723

Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Gaylon Clark

4301 Tannehill Lane

Austin

Texas

78721

Greater Union Baptist

Pastor Rickey E. Williams

2939 Pecan Springs

Austin

Texas

78723

Higher Dimension Church

Bishop Sid Deon Johnson

1310 Salina Street

Austin

Texas

78702

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Rev. Basil Aguzie, MSP

1610 East 11th Street

Austin

Texas

78702

Imani Community Church

5214 Duval Road

Austin

Texas

78757

Joshua Chapel C.M.E.

1309 East 12 St

Austin

Texas

78702

406 East Burton St.

Manor

Texas

78653

Metropolitan AME Church

Little Zion Baptist Rev. N. Jordan Mkwanazi

1101 E. 10TH STREET

Austin

Texas

78702

Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. L.K. Jones

2111 S.L. Davis Ave.

Austin

Texas

78702 78702

Mt. Olive Baptist Church

Rev. Richard E. Carter

2718, 1800 E 11th St

Austin

Texas

Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church

A. W. Anthony Mays

5900 Cameron Road

Austin

Texas

78723

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Rev. G. V. Clark

2938 East 13th Street

Austin

Texas

78702

3403 Manor Road

Austin

Texas

78723

New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church

507 Commercial Drive

Buda

Texas

78610

New Hope Baptist Church

New Covenant Church Pastor Roy F. Jones II

2405 East 16th Street

Austin

Texas

78702

New Lincoln Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. Darron E. Patterson

2215 East 8th Street

Austin

Texas

78702

Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church

Pastor Nathaniel T. Cannon, Jr.

78721

Rehoboth Baptist Church Simpson United Methodist Church

Robert C. Waddle

1158 Webberville Road

Austin

Texas

5303 Samuel Huston Ave

Austin

Texas

78721

1701 East 12th @ Leona

Austin

Texas

78702 78721

Solid Rock Missionary Baptist Church

John M. Perez

1014 Gardner Road

Austin

Texas

St. James Missionary Baptist Church

Dr. B.W. McClendon, Sr.

3417 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Austin

Texas

78721

St. James Episcopal Church

Rev. Madeline Hawley

1941 Webberville Road

Austin

Texas

78721

St. John Primitive Baptist Church

1709 E.M. Franklin

Austin

Texas

78721

St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church

1160 Hargrave St

Austin

Texas

78702

Rev. Richard A. Coaxum

1202 Russell St

Pflugerville

Texas

78660

St.Peter United Methodist Church

Jack Gause

4509 Springdale Road

Austin

Texas

78723

St. Stephens MBC-Northstar

BJE McQueen

12300 Amherst Dr

Austin

Texas

78727

Sweet Home Baptist Church

Dr. Dante R Wright

3200 Sunrise Rd

Round Rock

Texas

78665

1300 Fort Branch Blvd.

Austin

Texas

78721

Wesley United Methodist

Sylvester Chase

1164 San Bernard Austin

Austin

Texas

78721

Zion Rest M.B. Church

R.E. Foster

3326 Paisano Trail

Austin

Texas

78745

St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church

True Light Baptist Church

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