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Urban Focus Minority Business Leaders Magazine

LEGENDS BARBER COLLEGE PREMIERE SERVICE

PRINCETON

Extraordinary Visionary behind The Success

CORPORATE HELM WHY WE LIKE JENNIFER BREHON

DESK OF THE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN

Welcome to Urban Focus Minority Business Leaders Magazine; The new premiere minority business magazine. Our vision is to provide a publication that features some extraordinary professional businesses and the powerful leaders in the minority business community. By connecting you to these businesses we will strengthen relationships in the Minority Business Community and also increase economical growth and make our entire community thrive.

Urban Focus will provide information, business connections and compelling editorials to inspire and connect our community to the powerful business leaders who are having an impact on the Minority Business Community. Our vision is that every time you open the pages of an Urban Focus Magazine you will be inspired , informed and more connected to the Minority Business Community more than ever before.

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BUSINESS PRIMETIME ..............................................

MINORITY BUSINESS TODAY ................................

R.D. Thompson

EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN PRESIDENT

CORPORATE HELM........................................................

FIRST IMPRESSIONS .................................................

RED TAPE .........................................................................

THE INTERVIEW ...........................................................

OPEN FOR BUSINESS...................................................

BUSINESS ALL-STARS ..............................................

COVER STORY: PRINCETON - REGINA MILLER Jacquette Thompson Editor in Chief publication director

BUSINESS SENSE .......................................................

Business Primetime Entrepreneurs Innovators

LEGENDS BARBER COLLEGE PRECISE & REFINDED SERVICE

The days of a couple barbers in the popular community barber shop where everyone goes to get a hair cut to has slowly faded away.

New vision and ideas can create a fresh start for a classic past time some, and that is what Dominic Garcia has done. A barber in his own right, he decided that he would be more than just a barber and he expand his barbering brand into a vast grooming company. His vision began with his first shop on Harry and Rock Rd., then he expanded to his second location on South Meridian and then add a third location in Towne West Square on West Kellogg. Garcia enlarged his vision by creating Legends Barber College; teaching and training men and women personalized and professional grooming services as their future just like he has done.

We at Urban Focus have had the pleasure of getting our hair cut at Legends Barber College. This has been an experience that was worth the travel time across town.The professionalism and great customer service will have you coming back again and again. You can also book your appointment online through their facebook page: legendsbarbercollege@facebook.com.

Legends has new innovation that creates a Legendary Grooming Experience!

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MINORITY BUSINESS LEADERS TODAY & BEYOND

KW Building a Brand one Business Component at a time

Karmerion Wimbley has put up his Football cleats and has moved into becoming a premiere Business Leader in the Minority Business Community in the city of Wichita.

As the visionary behind KW Growth Holdings LLC., he is creating viable opportunities for individuals and groups to have the chance to succeed as business owners without the challenges of being turned down by a financial institution. We at Urban Focus found this to be a phenomenal model of business. That drove us to contact him and ask him to be our first editorial in the MB Leaders.

His office in Florida shared this information: Q - How many businesses and properties does KW Growth Holdings own in Northeast Wichita?

KW: KW Growth Holdings LLC owns several businesses ranging from commercial real estate investments, to restaurants to the Fashion and Beauty industry as well as pet services.

Q - What are your strategic focuses for KW Growth Holdings in Wichita?

KW: As the name implies, KW Growth Holdings, LLC is committed to the development and expansion of businesses that are in line with communities in which they serve. KW Growth Holdings advocates for small and large businesses, whether they are start up or already to scale. KW Growth believes in elevating the quality of experience.

Q - What are some your challenges of doing business in Wichita?

KW: Quite simply ....the weather! The most challenging part of doing business in Wichita has been the distance between my permanent residence in Florida and Wichita. Not being readily available when something happens that requires my immediate attention, has encouraged me to build a formidable team who is "boots on the ground".

Q - Recreating new growth in Northeast Wichita is this one of KW Growth Holdings goals?

KW: Absolutely, I am from this part of town, so it is incumbent upon those who are here or from here to grow this area.

Q - How can the community better support and connect with KW Growth Holdings business ventures?

KW: a. Engaging. We plan to do a number of events, workshops, and seminars. b. Tracking us. Following our social media page to always be aware of what is happening with our business is vital. c. Investing. Investing time and energy into continuing to patronize our businesses.

Corporate Helm Business is an ever changing world and knowing the faces that keep the power source moving is important. Corporate Helm puts you in contact with the power players in the Business World.

Jennifer Brehon - Business Development Specialist / Partnership Communications Coordinator DuBois Consultants Inc. As the Business Development Specialist / Partnership Communications Coordinator in Wichita at DuBois Consultants Inc., Jennifer's responsibilities are focused on building meaningful and trustworthy relationships with the Architectural, Engineering and Construction Industry and the business community at large.

Her effective communications skills have increased awareness of DCI's expertise in civil and structural design in Wichita and surrounding counties in Kansas. She communicates and coordinates with the CEO / President of organizations to assure all objectives are achieved within the defined time lines and identify growth opportunities and execute strategies for marketing ideas that promote DCI. Staying focused on customer satisfaction.

CURTIS WHITTEN - PRESIDENT VENDTECH ENTERPRISE LLC Curtis Whitten is an essential figure in the Minority Business Community although he would prefer to remain humble and continue to grow Vendtech Enterprise LLC., it is vital that we at Urban Focus share how this precise visionary has created a refined company through consistency and commitment to quality service.

Customer satisfaction, has allowed Mr. Whitten to build a nation wide customer base and grow Vendtech Enterprise into a formidable and strategically sound corporation that will continue to grow and expand for years to come.

FIRST IMPRESSION

This is where we highlight individuals and businesses who continue to reinvent their careers and business over time and come out even more relevant than ever

THE BOARD ROOM

BY EUGENE

Premiere clothing is still relevant and The Board Room by Eugene is proof of that by providing Men's fine dress shirts, ties and specialized cufflinks.

After 4 decades in Men's fine retail clothing, Eugene Canidy has stepped out on his own and has created a personalized service just for you. If you want to make an appointment with Mr. Canidy in The BoardRoom, call him today. It is about personalized service in helping you rebuild or enhance your wardrobe needs so if you don't like shopping or the Lady in your life wants to update your wardrobe, contact The BoardRoom by Eugene @ 316-305-4273 or email ecanidy54@gmail.com for a personalized appointment.

Riccardo Harris is an innovator, and regardless of the

RICCARDO HARRIS WICHITA STATE GEAR UP NORTH

challenge, he always comes up big, just like his basketball playing days. He is a precise performer in the business world. As the Executive Director of Wichita State Gear Up North program, his ability to create new opportunities has been the key to his success in the business world.

When others stop working he goes into overdrive and continues to push more and by doing so, he continues to grow and excel when others think he is no more well, think again because Riccardo Harris he doesn't go away he just readjust and continues forward. Keep pushing the envelope Sir! To connect with Riccardo Harris you can contact him at Wichita State University Gear Up North or email him at riccardo.harris@wichita.edu

RED TAPE Business Guidelines, Strategies and Principles for starting your business the right way Starting a Business from a vision is great but, remaining in business requires a sound formula which many entrepreneurs often times forget or overlook. Regardless of the product or service, knowing what makes your product unique is the ultimate key to getting your business noticed. Then you must create a plan for continuous development and growth.

Here are some Practical Guidelines for building and growing your business and vision; 1. Create a Solid Business Plan 2. Know Your Product 3. What is Your Target Audience and Market 4. Financial Investment 5. Have all proper legal and business paperwork in place for business operations on state and federal levels Creating a business is a vision that requires work and preparation.

THE INTERVIEW

THE 2K JOB MARKET AND RESUME HIGHWAY The employment market in the 21st century has been completely over hauled. It is now a virtual world and it is no longer walk into a place and ask for an application and come back to speak with the manager to see if he has any openings.

The world of employment technology has become the new market on how to find a job on your own or how to make your skills and talents accessible to employment scouts for small, mid size and large corporations.

The employment market has become an intense highway were your resume must be sophisticated and structured into an attractive sales pitch to entice the employer, to give you a fighting chance to get the job you desire. Most applicants do not know that when you go online and fill out and application along with your resume that your are actually dealing with an artificially intelligent robot system that scans your resume for alluring words that help you standout to the employer. So, it's just not about going online and filling out an application but, you must have a strategic plan in order to attract the target employer and not just be on the employment highway were according to statics 75,000 resumes are viewed at per day that means 375,000 resumes are viewed per week and that means 11.2 million resumes are viewed and in a month by various types of businesses, all for potentially 6% of actual employment openings.

Even the social media market has come to the forefront of the Job market.

Linken is were most top employers are looking for candidates in the employment market.

Creating A Vision Once The Doors Open A Business Owner is extremely excited the day their doors officially open for business and their very first customers walk through the door.

But creating a vision that will allow a business to remain open long after the first official day of opening is over. Business owners must recognize that creating a vision is not the only thing that will keep a business's doors open for a long time. Here are a few reasons why: Vision for Your Business to Remain 1. What makes my product or service different from other competitors?

2. How great is our customer service?

3. How professional are you and your staff when the customer enters the store?

4. Is your staff customer service focused at all times?

5. What is the vital core of your business operation and vision?

6. Do your daily operations keep the company mission and vision out front?

"Open for business" means your vision has come together and you are ready for customers.

Business is more than just a mere notion.

Being a business owner and entrepreneur requires the ability to set your product and service apart from the competitors in order to find continuous growth. Most business owners want longevity as the core ingredient, and stable business operation. If your business doesn't include longevity as a high value in the daily operations of business, then your company will have challenges. Here are 5 things any business should implement into their Business Vision:

1. Great Customer Service 2. Excellent and Quality Product 3. Quality and Reliable Employees 4. Connect with the Customer 5. Civil responsibility to give These are just a few of the many questions any back to the community

business owner must ask themselves in order to remain a sound business for years to come. We believe being in business means your are the servant master by servicing the customer at all times.

HOLLY ALLEN TERRELL, MD GRACE MED HEALTH CLINIC VIRGINIA & GEORGE ABLAH FAMILY CLINIC WICHITA, KS Dr. Holly Allen Terrell is a board certified Family Medicine Physician at GraceMed Health Clinic. She is originally from St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Allen Terrell received her undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis. She then went on to study medicine at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita. Dr. Allen Terrell became interested in the study of medicine at a young age and knew that she wanted to become a doctor to help people live long healthy lives and to help control the many medical conditions that plague many families. Dr. Allen Terrell found her calling serving uninsured and undeserved patients, as everyone deserves quality and affordable healthcare. She is currently married with five children ranging in age 2-13 and is enjoying watching them grow into their different personalities and talents. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Jesse Miller Farmers Insurance - Independent Agent Jesse Miller is an Entrepreneur because it runs in the Family blood line and being up to the challenge is something that comes easy so, with him having his own independent Insurance agency with Farmers Insurance Company is expected by those who know him well and since is he the new face and brand in the Minority Business Community, we consider him a Business All-star who is proving that there new leaders and visionaries making an impact in the Business Community at Large.

Keep Up the Great work Jesse

THE PRINCETON WAY REGINA PURVIS-MILLER EXTRAORDINARY MASTERMIND

Regina Miller has become an inimitable force that continues grow and expand Princeton Childcare. She is venturing into an even bigger market

business. You can connect with her with her own Regina Miller consulting @rmillerconsulting.com, on her website. She is continuing to prove Upon our first meeting Mrs. Regina that creating vision takes commitment, consistency, and character. With these Purvis-Miller, she is a breath of fresh air, excited and engaged. She took time three C's you can make your vision a reality. out of her busy schedule to do an Regina Miller has established her interview with Urban Focus while brandlas a force to be reckoned with being at her son's business award on all levels of business. She isn't ceremony. This let's us know what a afraid of any challenge and is always refreshing business person she is the looking for the next new idea or Minority Business Community. vision. She says she is always willing to Regina Miller has been in the childcare help the next entrepreneur get their industry for over 40 years, she spent 20 vision off the ground.

of those years with La Petite child care centers. After those 20 years, she created a vision that would surpass even her greatest imagination and that is Princeton Children's Center.

For the next 20 years and counting Ms. Regina; as she's know to all that know her, has made Princeton Children's Center the essential hub and model for other child care centers and she has become the premiere consultant nationwide on how to create a dynamic vision in Child Care centers.

We at Urban Focus are honored that she would take time out of her busy schedule to sit down and be our first Official Cover Story. Thank for being such a great servant leader for the Minority Business Community you are setting the example and raising the standard.

Kudos!!!

Mrs. Regina Purvis-Miller

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REAL BUSINESS VS. SOCIAL MEDIA BUSINESS PUTTING THE TWO TOGETHER In 2018, the Business world has become a virtual world, thanks to Facebook, Instragram, Twitter, etc. The thought of doing real business in person is a lost art for most. For those who combine Real Business and Social Media Business together can stabilize their business foundation into the future.

Business isn't always about instant results but, it's about quality product, service, and an excellent staff to service the customer. Often times when you find products on Amazon, Ebay, etc., for an astounding price most consumers find out that the quality isn't the same as going into a "real place of business" like a brick and mortar store and receiving great service along with the quality product.

Real Business has been challenged to due HD and 4K screen imaging making the product look 3 times the quality than the one you actually received. According to E-Commerce 30% of online orders are returned compared to brick mortar store at 8.89% this proves that real sustainable business and social media or online businesses must have a brick and mortar location to minimize financial loses. Yes, we know that social media is good for beginning businesses to defray overhead cost such as payroll and inventory etc., in the end real business vs. social media the truth is you must eventually put the two together and have a more stabilized business now, and for the future.

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Not about the Customer But About the Ownership and Employees When you enter a place of business whether it's a restaurant, clothing store, etc., the first 30 seconds is a reflection of the owner and it's relationship with the employees. The service a customer receives is how the ownership treats the employees, when ownership makes the employees feel valued it is reflected in the service the customer receives because, it is reflected in the appearance and attitude toward the performance on the job which is ultimately projected toward the customers that enter your store.

Positive and connected ownership is the core ingredients to finding great employees, companies that are connected to the employees, both thrive and the company grows and becomes known for how they treat their employees.

Whether small or large company the value of creating an atmosphere where employees feel value increase the potential for great customer service.

How the employees feel about their job and the company they work for is reflected in their performance and how they treat the customer that comes through the door studies show that employees who feel valued and their place of work the performance was better than the employees who felt that their employer didn't have any interest in them at all.

All customer services experiences are a reflection of the Owner and employees because you are creating experience and the experience a customer receives determines what it said or perceived about your business and those employees who represent your company.

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