First Impressions Are Lasting Impressions Making a good first impression is important, especially for young men getting ready to emerge into adulthood. An oil and gas industry advocacy organization partnered with the Sims-Fayola Foundation to help three young men to make a difference in their lives. On April 11, three graduating seniors from three different school districts, all pursuing higher education, were fitted for custom designed suits at Moda Man in Downtown Denver. “It is known that communities of color, especially African Americans, are underrepresented across the energy industry and we’re hoping to change that by helping with interview training, resume-writing, and fitting them with custom made suits!” said founding member of Energy Strong Colorado Jack Hamlin when
asked what inspired him of the idea and providing the generous gift. Hamlin reached out to Dedrick Sims, CEO of the SimsFayola Foundation, an organi-
zation that works with young men and boys of color, making this an ideal partnership. After selecting the three young men from their respective high school, Sims-Fayola
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board treasurer Richard Lewis, reached out to managing partner Jon Johnson of Moda Man who without hesitation agreed to be part of the Dress for Success team who said, “For men to look good, it’s all about the fit.” “Changing the narrative and making the futures of young men of color look like their dreams, that’s what we do at Sims-Fayola Foundation,” said Dedrick Sims. “Working together with partners like Jack Hamlin and Jon Johnson, we gave these young men a memorable experience.”. Editor’s note: For more information on the Sims-Fayola Foundation, visit www.sffoundation.org or call 720-557-8443.