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Publisher ’s Message Diversity: the condition of having or being composed of differing elements : especially : the inclusion of different types of people (as people of different races or cultures) in a group or organization <programs intended to promote diversity in schools>
How Do You Celebrate Diversity? It has become increasingly popular to speak of racial and ethnic diversity as a civic strength. From multicultural festivals to pronouncements from political leaders, the message is the same: our differences make us stronger.
to solve a vexing problem. Culture clashes can produce a dynamic give-andtake, generating a solution that may have eluded a group of people with more similar backgrounds and approaches. At the same time, though, Putnam's work adds to a growing body of research indicating that more diverse populations seem to extend themselves less on behalf of collective needs and goals.
Harvard political scientist Robert Putnam -famous for "Bowling Alone," his 2000 book on declining civic engagement -- has found that the greater the diversity in a community, the fewer people vote and the less they volunteer, the less they give to charity and work on community projects. In the most diverse communities, neighbors trust one another about half as much as they do in the most homogenous settings. The study, the largest ever on civic engagement in America, found that virtually all measures of civic health are lower in more diverse settings.
This edition of Urban Trendsetters is to partner with Champions of Diversity to recognize the companies and individuals who keep diversity and inclusion in our local corporation and community. Columbus is one of the most diverse cities in the country and I think that I can safely say that this is one of the reasons we have been named on numerous lists as a great place to live, work and raise a family.
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The study is part of a fascinating new portrait of diversity emerging from recent scholarship. Diversity, it shows, makes us uncomfortable -- but discomfort, it turns out, isn't always a bad thing. Unease with differences helps explain why teams of engineers from different cultures may be ideally suited
There is strength in numbers but I believe also in celebrating our differences. Next month is National Diversity Month. How will you celebrate the month of diversity within your company or business? Let us know of what creative ways your company leaders honors the cultural differences within your workplace. Enjoy this edition of Urban Trendsetters and help us kick off National Diversity Month in style.
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COMMUNITY COLUMBUS ACTION NETWORK TO HEAR FROM THE PUBLIC AT TOWN HALL MEETING ON VIOLENCE IN AND AGAINST THE COLUMBUS BLACK COMMUNITY .(Columbus, OH) The Columbus Action Network
Rev, Joel L. King, Jr.
Jonathan Beard
(“CAN”) is hosting a Town Hall Meeting called “Following Ferguson and Beyond Beavercreek – A Plan to Increase the Peace and Reduce the Violence in Columbus’s Black Community.” In announcing the town hall meeting, Rev. Joel L, King, Jr., President of the Columbus Action Network, said: “as was highlighted most recently by the tragic events in Ferguson Missouri and Beavercreek, Ohio, Black communities in most cities have been frustrated for decades by the unaccountable and abusive police presence. We are looking at lessons learned from the needless tragedies in Ferguson and Beavercreek, and applying them to Columbus to build a better community. In addition, we will be talking about violence within our Black community, and developing an agenda designed to increase the peace and reduce the violence we afflict on one another.” Political Awareness Director Jonathan Beard says “during the Ferguson crisis, the National Action Network and the other major civil rights organizations issued a Unified Statement, outlining positive steps that can be taken to curb police abuses. We are taking that next step locally, and will be presenting the local elements of that strategy to the com-
munity in a town hall format, where we can hear from the community on these issues – as well as to explore developing an opportunity agenda to increase the peace and reduce the violence within our community. We urge you to join us for this working meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 6:00, at the Driving Park Branch Library at 1422 E. Livingston Avenue.” The Columbus Action Network is the Greater Columbus Chapter of Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network – CAN was formed in March of this year to address disparities in economic and justice in Columbus, and to promote and support positive action for the betterment of African American and low income people.
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CAN “Loving Our Babies” Back to School Give-Away and Movie Day bicycle as a door prize, in coordination with the Major Taylor Cycling Club and the Long Street Businessmen’s Association “Bike the CBus” tour. CAN Vice President Denise Benning says, “the idea for Columbus Love Day came from our member DeVance Wright, and we decided to buy all the seats at the Lincoln Theater to create a free and fun family event focused on loving and supporting our community’s children.” Sharon Gordon, Director of Corporate Responsibility Committee added “this is about sharing our resources to support our children, so we were glad to have donors to make this event, and to make sure our children had needed supplies for school. The event was so positive, and we all had so much fun, that we will certainly do it again as we keep the idea of Love Day alive.” Under the terms negotiated into the theater’s 1995 purchase agreement by The Neighborhood House, Inc. won the girls bike give-away for their center to former owner Charles Adrien and pursuant to a subsequent lawsuit against share the City of Columbus by Adrien to enforce those terms, the Lincoln Theater began this year to provide $1.00 Saturday double-feature movies for chilth On August 30 , the CAN sponsored “Columbus Love Day – Loving Our Ba- dren during summer months as the CAPA Family Fun Day series. The CAN bies” – an event developed to raise our awareness on loving our children views this as a significant community benefit to our community’s children, and our community. For that event, the CAN purchased and gave away free and the Columbus Love Day effort at the Lincoln Theater was done in part to seats at the Lincoln Theater on E. Long Street, so that children and parents help raise awareness of this attraction, so that it will continue to be could attend a morning double-feature movie of Ice Age and Madegascar. In addition, CAN had a book bag give-away and a boy’s and girl’s
Winner of the boys bike pictured with riders from the Major Harris Bike Club. Note: This lucky fellow had just had his bike stolen 2 days prior to winning his new bike!
offered. The CAN encourages other organizations to mobilize around these double-features when the series resumes next summer.
Children line up for free school supplies and refreshments provided by JP’s BBQ.
The first Columbus Love Day was sponsored by CAN with the generous support of The Academy for Urban Scholars, J.P.’s BBQ, Urban Trendsetters, Door to Empowerment, Columbus Compact Corporation, Old National Road Business Association, Making a Difference , Long Street Businessmen’s Association/Long Street Tour, Christian Valley Missionary Church/Franklin County Department of Probation, Kroger, Olive Garden, and Panera Bread. To join or get more info visit www.columbusactionnetwork.com 7
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THE JOURNEY Grammy, Stellar and Dove Award-winning gospel greats Fred Hammond and Donnie McClurkin unite on stage for the Festival of Praise Tour 2014 Hammond has entertained his fans for more than three decades. In addition to his successful solo career, this singer/songwriter/producer/ musician was a founding member of trendsetting sextet Commissioned and the creator of both Radical for Christ and United Tenors. He’s also achieved success as an actor and producer of stage plays, TV shows and movies. In addition to his musical endeavors, McClurkin pastors the Perfecting Faith Church in Freeport, New York and hosts the nationally syndicated radio program, The Donnie McClurkin Show. From traditional gospel, praise and worship, to Gospel Artists Donnie McClurkin and Fred Hammond funk, acoustic rock and a cappella, this show is sure to be one music lovers, church lovers and Two of the most recognized men in Gospel mu- Gospel music fans will be talking about for sic today are teaming up for a fall concert tour years to come. that will excite fans across the country. On Sep- Joining Hammond and McClurkin is Alexis tember 25th, the Festival of Praise tour, featur- Spight, a favorite of both the judges and audiing Fred Hammond and Donnie McClurkin ence during Season Five of BET's Sunday Best. comes to Columbus, promising to spread the While she came up just short of the crown in the message of God’s love. 2012 gospel competition, the 20-year-old singBoth Hammond and McClurkin are Grammy er/songwriter is still a winner. She has completAwards, Stellar Awards and Dove Awards win- ed recording her first album, L.O.L.: Living Out ners with songs commonly heard in the church Loud, which was released on March 12, 2013, and on the radio. Hammond’s best-known gos- and reached #1 in the country. Her freshman pel hits include, “Blessed,” “No Weapon,” and project L.O.L landed her Stellar Award nomina“Celebrate (He Lives.).” McClurkin’s crowd tions in two categories; “New Artist of the favorites are “Stand,” and “We Fall Down,” a Year” & “Contemporary Female Vocalist of the song that made the Top 40 of Billboard’s R&B Year”. chart and rocketed past platinum sales of over See ad for ticket information. one million copies.
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EDUCATION TRENDS
Nexus Academy and the “Blended Learning Difference When you first enter the Nexus Academy of Columbus lobby you get the feeling that you are in a high tech office space not a high school. This is most due to the fact that Nexus is a high school unlike most high schools. Nexus features proprietary interactive web tools, online lesson plans and instruction, their own internal email, secure community message boards, and more. At Nexus Academy, blended learning combines the best parts of online and inperson education. Students attend some courses in person with other students and take others online; small on-site classes let teachers provide targeted,
individual attention and support, while virtual classes give students variety and help them learn the material at their own pace. It all comes together in a serene college-like setting that promotes positive interaction with peers while bringing out the best in every student every day. Nexus Academy will be a featured booth at the Champions of Diversity Career and Opportunity Fair on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at the Aladdin Shrine Temple. Visit their booth and schedule a tour of the facility. For more information contact Nexus Academy at 888-553-6360 or visit their website at nexusacademyschool.com.
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BUSINESS
How to Make Contacts, Raise Capital
(NewsUSA) – While the economy struggles to find its way back to some semblance of middle ground between a bull market and a bear, industry conferences can provide a welcome boost for companies looking to raise capital. To this end, Financial Services Exchange, Inc. (FSX) gives companies who need both exposure and funding a way to meet independent broker dealers, investment bankers, fund managers and more who can help a company thrive. “Our quarterly conferences get people together in one place and provide opportunities for networking and one-on-one communication,” said Judy Ensweiler, FSX executive director. “Instead of traveling around the country to meet with individual investors one at a time … presenting companies can spend several days with key decision makers from firms nationwide,” she added. This arrangement, Ensweiler said, saves companies both time and money. In this way, FSX connects companies with a nationwide network of financial investment professionals. Indeed, analysts say these conferences are now a must to gain the contacts needed for financing and publicity. “It is a way to have access to a lot of people who may be useful to your company, a way to connect for success,” said Ensweiler. While it is difficult to say how fast the conference industry has grown from its 1980s roots (at that time, only large investment banks sponsored them), it would appear that FSX’s 29-year history is indicative of an increasingly growing market for small companies and potential investors. To this point, fund managers say the most valuable information is not found during a company’s standard presentation, but rather in the break-out and one-on-one sessions that follow — welcome news to presenters and attendees whose main purpose is to expand visibility, broaden the company’s appeal and increase investor understanding. Underscoring its success rate is that, to date, billions of dollars have been raised for presenting companies through FSX’s network. In this way, FSX believes it is creating relationships, that companies and investors may “come in as strangers but leave as friends.” For more information, visit fsx1.com.
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Women’s Business Center Holds First Annual “In the Company of Women” Luncheon By Susan Post for Metropreneur
women achieve self-sufficiency.
The Women’s Business Center powered by ECDI held its first annual lunch to support women entrepreneurs on Thursday Sept. 11 at the Athletic Club of Columbus. Keynote speaker Karen Hough, entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of ImprovEdge, discussed using improvisation as an engagement and learning tool for powerful presentations, and the WBC honored its members with three awards.
Membership at the WBC gives women access to office space, computers, WiFi, copy and faxing capabilities, conference room space, as well as numerous networking and training resources.
The event celebrated the impressive statistics the WBC has achieved since its inception in January of 2013. The WBC has:
Urban Trendsetters President and CEO Sharon S. Gordon with is presented Women’s Business Center of Ohio Member Award by WBC Director Ellen Harvey
• Created 28 businesses • Helped 27 businesses to expand • Provided training for 483 individuals Provided one-on-one counseling for 234 women • Created 44 jobs • Helped 44 businesses receive capital through grants and loans
Ohio lags behind other states in the number of women-owned businesses. The WBC serves to level that playing field by not only providing a network for women entrepreneurs to mentor one another through their shared experience, but by helping
As a video at the event described it, “The WBC gives a hand up to women, to families and to communities.” During her keynote address, Hough provided valuable insights on powerful presentations to a crowd of female business owners. Three unique introductions stressed the importance of a first impression and Hough’s first point that people assess others in about seven to 30 seconds. She discussed perception and the importance of confidence. “We can control our confidence level more than we realize,” Hough said, describing body language and other techniques that can help boost confidence. “Practice is what makes you able to handle anything,” she added. When it comes to the presentation, Hough recommended to keep it straightforward and simple. Present with purpose. What action should people take when the presentation is over? And the answer is not just to inform, Hough says. The WBC also presented three awards. Sharon Gordon of Urban Trendsetters News Magazine and Media was named WBC Member Business of the year. Mayda Sanchez of Unlimited Media was honored as WBC Volunteer of the year, while Accenture was awarded as WBC Corporate Partner of the Year.
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Champions of Diversity
Ohio Champions of Diversity Awards Luncheon and Celebration
Steven Davis, CEO & President Bob Evans Winner of the Pioneer Award
Columbus, Ohio - Cincinnati Police Chief Jeffrey Blackwell will be the Keynote Speaker at the 4th Annual Ohio Champions of Diversity Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at the Aladdin Shrine Event & Conference Center.
Dr. JS Jindal, Chair of the Columbus International Festival Winner of the Pioneer Award
Jeffery Black well Cincinnati Police Chief Keynote Speaker
cinnati, Ohio. “I am honored to serve as the Keynote Speaker for the 4th Annual Ohio Champions of Diversity Awards,” said Chief Blackwell. “Recognizing and celebrating the many outstanding diversity efforts and
Champions of Diversity Awards program is a unique one of a kind annual 2 Day event that includes an Awards Luncheon and an On Line and On Site Career Fair and Workshops.
The Annual Champions of Diversity Awards recognizes individuals and companies for their outstanding efforts in diversity leadership, development, community outreach, workforce and supplier diversity. The 4th Annual Champions of Diversity Awards will present two Pioneer Awards; one to Bob Evans CEO & President, Steven Davis and one to Dr. JS Jindal, Chair of the Columbus International Festival and one Amos H. Lynch, Sr. Legend Award to Attorney Otto Beatty, Jr. “The Ohio Conference NAACP has a rich history of empowering the disadvantaged in our community to enter the economic and social mainstream of our society. Our legacy includes the dedicated efforts of many supporters to help solve the problems we have faced along the way”, said Ohio Conference NAACP President Sybil EdwardsMcNabb. “The Champions of Diversity Awards Celebration gives the Ohio Conference NAACP the opportunity to highlight our programming and deliver a message of confidence and courage that we must stand strong and continue to forge partnerships to make Ohio a better place in which to live”, continued Edwards-McNabb. Chief Blackwell, formerly of the Columbus Police Department, is the second African American to serve as Chief of Police in Cin-
Otto Beatty III Attorney Amos H. Lynch Legend Award Honoree
Previous Champions of Diversity Pioneer and Legend Award Winners include: State Senator Joyce Beatty, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman, the late Dr. Frank Hale of The Ohio State University, the late Judge Robert M. Duncan, Tuskegee Airman Harold Brown, Attorney Joseph L. Mas, Grace Ramos, former Commissioner for the Ohio Civil Rights Commission and former Ohio State Justice Yvette McGee-Brown. The 2014 Champions of Diversity Sponsors include: Honda, The Ohio State University, Walmart Transportation, and Fifth Third Bank. Media Sponsors include: WBNS10TV, Radio One, Spencer 4Higher Media, Urban Trendsetters News Magazine and Media, Who’s Who in Black Columbus, Telemundo, Azteca Columbus TV23, Bounce TV, The Somali Dalmar TV, Outlook Media, La Mega 103.1 Hispanic Radio, La Jornada Hispanic Newspaper, The Praise Reporter, 1580 WVKO AM The Praise and the Ohio Chinese & Taiwanese Newspaper.
In 2013 Steve Francis of Honda presents the Supplier Champion of Diversity Award to WalMart. Accepting for Walmart was Tracy Ezell. Tracy will present the Supplier Award to this years winner. Emcees Sharon S. Gordon CEO and President of Urban Trendsetters Media and 10TV Jerry Revish will return this year.
achievements being made throughout Ohio is greatly needed and highly refreshing in light Created by Ohio publishing legend, Amos H. of the many negative images we see in our Lynch, Sr., and the Lynch family, The Ohio everyday lives,” continued Blackwell. Champions of Diversity Awards are designed to highlight and recognize the contributions The Ohio Champions of Diversity Awards is of individuals and corporations who demonan inclusive event that represents all commu- strate outstanding efforts in Diversity Leadnities including African American, Hispanic, ership, Development, Supplier, Workforce Asian, Somali, LGBT, Disabled, Veterans, and Community Outreach. Emerging and the general market. The Ohio
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Diversity
Career Town Fast-Growing MBE Innovating in Employment Solutions Market
Columbus, Ohio – Career Town Networks, The Ohio Champions of Diversity Awards and the Ohio Conference NAACP will feature Tom Joyner. The 5th Annual Ohio Champions of Diversity Career Fair, Business Expo and Workshops will have individuals from the African American, Hispanic, Asian, Somali, LGBT, Veteran, Disabled and General Market Communities “On Site” and “Online” look for employment, careers and education opportunities.
Career Town Network, has created solutions to help employment professionals successfully and efficiently fill job openings. The Columbus company has created a low-cost, userfriendly virtual career fair software platform with built-in technology that provides recruiters with a more sophisticated way to organize, assess and match qualified candidates. "The field of online recruiting is growing by leaps and bounds and we're focused on being a leader in that market." says Career Town Network's Chief Executive Officer, Orville C. Lynch, Jr. Career Town Network offers an array of flexible, customizable solutions for employment professionals. The company presents its own Career Town-branded virtual career fairs—for which recruiters or hiring managers can then purchase online "booth space"—or provides other organizations the technical ability to host their own virtual career fairs. A Minority Business Enterprise, Career Town Network is also committed to helping businesses recruit talented candidates from a wider, diverse au-
dience. To that end, the company recently formed a promotional partnership with the Tom Joyner Morning Show to create The National HBCU Virtual Career Fair Series, the largest event of its kind in the country. Career Town Network was recently granted a grant to assist their future growth. Career Town pans to use the investment for product development and hiring employees. "Career Town has figured out a unique way to innovate within the traditional career fair market," says Lynn-Ann Gries, Chief Investment Officer for JumpStart, the EMF's General Partner. "Career Town Network has the right people in place to execute this idea. Orrville is a dynamic leader with the experience and connections to take the company to the next level." "Our team is excited by what lies ahead," Lynch says. "Career Town Network is ready put this investment to work to help others discover their opportunities." For more information visit the Career Town Network today www.careertown.net,
Tom Joyner Morning Show Crew featuring Jay Anthony Brown, Sybil Wilkes and Tom Joyner will host a meet and greet at the COD CareerTown Network Career Fair
The Kiwan Institute and Honda will also host a Implicit Bias & Race Relations Workshop during the Career Fair from 10am to 11a.m. Business Owners, Human Resource and Diversity & Inclusion representatives and members of the Political and Non Profit community will be in attendance for the FREE workshop! The Onsite Ohio Champions of Diversity Career Fair will also feature national Radio Personality Tom Joyner of the Tom Joyner Morning Show. The Tom Joyner Morning Show has over 8million listeners daily from across the country. This event will feature a live remote with Radio One’s Magic 106.3 FM from the Radio One studios in Columbus and Joyner will be available for a meet and greet at the Ohio Champions of Diversity Career Fair. The COD Career Fair will feature Employers from: Fifth Third Bank, Honda, iForce, WalMart, Bob Evans, Limited Brands, Dawson Centers, Viaquest, Staffmark, Emerson Network Power, City of Cincinnati Police Department, City of Akron Police Department, Diversity Search Group, Nexus Academy, The Child Development Council of Franklin County, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Urban Trendsetters Media, Spencer 4 Higher Media, iPay Network, IT Works Global, Alpha Loop and MORE! 13
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FCC Doublespeak: Diversity, African-American Broadcast Ownership Snubbed Recently, the FCC voted to slam the door shut on an important gateway to enhancing localism, viewpoint diversity and opportunities in broadcast television ownership. It did so by ruling for the first time that when a TV station provides sales and marketing support for another station in the same market under a Joint Sales Agreement (“JSA”), that station will be deemed the “owner” of the other station for regulatory purposes. JSAs have been approved by the FCC for more than a decade and were in fact shaped by the FCC and its staff to comply with the ownership (duopoly) rules. JSAs have been an almost ubiquitous facet of the marketplace, as they are used by scores of stations in numerous marArmstrong Williams, Owner Stirk kets. In fact, just two months prior to its latest ruling, in Holdings January 2014 the FCC approved Gannett Co.’s $1.5 billion acquisition of Belo Corp., and Tribune Company’s $2.73 billion purchase of Local TV Holdings LLC. Both of these deals rely heavily on JSAs and other sharing agreements. At the same time, direct competitors of local television — cable, satellite and telecom companies — use their own JSA-like agreements, called “interconnects,” to sell local advertising with no percentage limit. I am the sole owner of Howard Stirk Holdings, which holds the licenses for two broadcast television stations: WEYI-TV in Saginaw, Michigan, and WWMB-TV, in Florence, South Carolina. Without the help of JSAs my company has entered into with Sinclair Television Group, Inc., I would not have been able to fulfill my lifelong dream of being a TV station owner. These agreements allowed me to obtain access to capital that would have otherwise been unavailable to me. Access to capital and financing are without question the single biggest obstacles to new entrant and minority broadcast ownership. Single buyers of a TV station, especially in small-
and medium-size markets, simply cannot get financing without JSAs and similar types of shared services agreements. In my experience, JSAs and shared services arrangements provided the only means over that obstacle, and are thus a critical avenue for addressing the FCC’s goals of serving the public interest in fostering competition, diversity, local programming and minority ownership. Therefore, the FCC’s statement that its recent action banning JSAs is designed to “enhance broadcast diversity and minority ownership” rings hollow. Nevertheless, the FCC also invited parties to seek waivers of this new rule, promised a prompt review and stated it had “an obligation to take a hard look at whether enforcement of a rule in a particular case serves the rule’s purpose or instead frustrates the public interest.” I immediately filed for such a waiver — which costs thousands of dollars in legal fees and costs — to acquire three more station licenses in the hope of doubling from three to six the total number of full-power TV stations in the country owned by African-Americans. My formal request for a waiver of the new JSA attribution rule in connection with the acquisition of the three additional stations was prompted by intense time sensitivity. Sinclair’s acquisition of Allbritton Communications, which would require divesting three stations I intend to acquire, will close by mid-July of this year. Therefore, we requested a ruling on the waivers by the FCC before the end of May. Contrary to its statement that it would act expeditiously with regards to waiver rulings, the FCC has done exactly nothing with my request — essentially letting the clock run out on the opportunity. So much for its self-designated “obligation to take a hard look” at a rule that may in fact “frustrate the public interest.” Juan Williams hit the nail on the head about the FCC’s doublespeak in a recent Wall Street Journal article when he wrote, “Liberals at the FCC who claim to be interested in promoting diverse broadcast ownership lose interest if the owner is a conservative like Armstrong Williams.”
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Beauty & Fashion TRENDS In The Bag — Budding Black-Owned Handbag Brand work on their brand- developing a vision, establishing a brand name, drafting logos, designing products, etc. Grows Sales Beyond $350K in a Little Over a Year The Gregory Sylvia brand focus has been the mid to high end handbag and accessories market with current sales exclusively online. For the company, there are now plans to embed their brand further and into more markets. In addition to continued expansion initiatives for online growth, the company is also looking to expand its sales channels with offline sales to retail stores and boutiques. As stated by Gregory, “From our start we saw the lack of black-owned producers in this arena and we wanted to bring some diversity… and not just diversity, but excellence along with the diversity.” Terri adds “We also saw us doing this together as a means to encourage people to follow their dreams and bring marriage and family to the forefront.” Charlotte, NC — Mr. Sylvia is the name that many call him; however, designer Gregory Sylvia is not a single designer at all. Founded by a husband and wife duo, Gregory Sylvia is the brain child of Gregory and Terri “Sylvia” Pope. The Popes officially started sales in 2012 and has experienced a steady growth ever since.
Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Gregory Sylvia is a designer brand of leather goods and accessories namely handbags and wallets. Officially starting sales in 2012, Gregory Sylvia products are now featured on the official Gregory Sylvia website as well as 2 e-tail websites. Furthermore, the company has been featured in several blogs and digital lifestyle magazines. The company is dedicated to providing beautifully designed pieces that uphold high standards of quality craftsmanship while providing excellent customer service.
After a year and a half, company sales surpassed $350K and the couple has been busy implementing new growth strategies to continue the incline.Gregory and Terri “Sylvia” started their brand as a means to fill a gap that they noticed in the marketplace. After noticFor additional information about Gregory Sylvia, call 980-272ing a lack of presence of African Americans producers in the leath8770, email admin@gregorysylvia.com, or visit er goods industry they felt that it could be a place where they could www.GregorySylvia.com. be successful and make an impact. Soon after, the couple went to
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TRAVEL TRENDS Get the Scoop on Fall Travel from Ohio Autumn Adventures -Fall color viewing, lists of farm markets & wineries, fall festivals and more “Ohio is a feast for the senses in fall with the brilliant foliage color, the taste of fresh, crisp apples, the smell of grapes on the vine and the sight of jack-o’- lanterns glowing in the night,” said Mary Cusick, director of TourismOhio. “Our Autumn Adventures site makes it easy to begin planning a vacation, long weekend or a day-long outing.” Don’t miss the link from DiscoverOhio.com to Ohio’s Department of Natural Resources website where visitors can find more indepth information on all of Ohio’s State COLUMBUS, Ohio – TourismOhio, in part- Parks, natural areas, forests and waterways, nership with the Ohio Department of Natural upcoming park events, unique overnight acResources (ODNR), today launched “Aucommodations, scenic driving routes and tumn Adventures,” a web portal accessible plenty more great outdoor information. from DiscoverOhio.com. Autumn Adventures provides visitors with getaway planning For more Ohio travel ideas, visit DiscoverOinformation including: fall festivals & hio.com, follow us on Twitter at @Discovevents, farm markets, wineries/vineyards, erOhio, like us on Facebook or join the social sample itineraries and a “build-your-own” media conversation about Ohio's fall foliage itinerary builder, weekly fall color updates using #ohiofall14. and more. Travelers also can view the new Fall/Winter Ohio Calendar of Events Autumn Adventures Website (featuring more than 700 festivals and events) online, from the free Ohio Travel Fall Color Report Guide iPad app or order a free print version. As the leaves begin to turn, the Fall Color
Report will be updated weekly by forestry experts with information on when and where to find the most brilliant fall colors in Ohio. Generally, leaves change color earliest in northern Ohio and progress to the southern portions of the state later in October.
and events throughout the state that include pumpkin and apple butter festivals, largerthan-life corn mazes, harvest fairs and much more. Additional events can be found by searching the interactive calendar on DiscoverOhio.com.
Farm Markets and Wineries Chart a course for locating farm-fresh, organic and heirloom produce and just the right wine to complement your purchases. Check out the markets and pick-your-own farms for perfect carving pumpkins, apples and gourds, not to mention delicious Amish cheeses, fresh-baked pies, pastries, jams and more.
Choose Your Getaway Visitors can pick and choose when and where they want to begin their Ohio getaway. Divided into categories by interest, including: Cities, Culture and Cuisine; Family Fun; Ohio History and Heritage; and Sports and Recreation, the Choose Your Getaway option gives visitors a wide range of opportunities to enjoy the fall season.
Three-Day Getaways & Itineraries Themed weekend getaways are divided into five regions to help travelers jump-start their travel planning. Choose from themes including the Great Outdoors, Ghost Hunting in Ohio, a Lighthouse Hunt and more. Then, create your own itinerary to share with friends and family. Fall Festivals and Events Ohio is alive with fall festivals that celebrate the spirit of autumn and the harvest season. Visit this section for a sampling of festivals
Fall Geocache Through Autumn Adventures, travelers can see all the sights Ohio has to offer as they try their hands at finding a geocache with the aid of a GPS system. Half the fun is getting sidetracked while hiking Ohio’s scenic trails, snapping pictures of the trees’ blazing red, orange and yellow leaves, or tasting some of Ohio’s delectable, locally grown foods.
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Peanut Oil Crisps Your Deep-Fried Turkey For the perfect juicy turkey this holiday or for your next tailgating party, cook a flavorful, deepfried turkey in 100 percent peanut oil in half the time. Roasting a turkey can take many hours, making it hard to get a crispy skin without drying out the meat. Deep-frying a turkey in 100 percent peanut oil produces a delicious, tender and juicy bird with crispy skin in much less time and frees up oven space. Peanut oil has a delicious nutty flavor and because of its high smoke point, foods are cooked quickly at a high temperature and absorb less of the fat and calories from the oil. A 4-ounce serving of roasted turkey has 244 calories and 12 grams of fat while a 4-ounce serving of turkey deep-fried in peanut oil comes in at 255 calories and under 14 grams of fat, a very subtle difference. Peanut oil also doesn’t absorb any of the flavors from foods fried in it and can be reused three to four times before it needs to be replaced. Just let the oil cool completely after use, strain it, and store in a cool place. Or, dish up some mouthwatering sides that can be prepared in the same oil as you fry your turkey, such as hush puppies, fried okra, sweet potato fries, and veggie chips.
As a bonus, peanut oil is very healthy. It is high in good monounsaturated fat. Major studies show peanut oil reduces the risks of heart disease. And, according to the FDA, refined peanut oil is allergen-free. So try one of America’s hottest growing trends, deep-fried turkey. It’s the only way to go! Crispy and Juicy Deep-Fried Turkey 1 whole turkey 1 tablespoon of salt 1 teaspoon of black pepper 1 teaspoon of garlic powder 2 tablespoons of your favorite dry rub 3 to 4 gallons of 100 percent peanut oil (enough to cover the turkey) Directions: 1. Wash bird inside and out and allow it to drain. 2. Rub turkey with the salt, pepper, garlic and dry rub. 3. Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 1 hour or until completely thawed and dry. 4. Preheat peanut oil in an outdoor or countertop turkey fryer to 350º F. 5. Make sure there is no moisture on the skin and carefully lower turkey into hot oil either in a fryer basket or using a sturdy tool inserted into the chest cavity. Submerge the turkey completely. 6. Fry turkey for 3 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes per bird. Internal temperature should reach 165º F. 7. Remove turkey from the oil and let sit 20 minutes before serving. Visit www.turkeyfrying.net to view recipes from celebrity chefs, instructional videos, and nutritional information on deep-frying your turkey this year.
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Calendar of events Community Outreach Town Hall Meeting COLUMBUS ACTION NETWORK TO HEAR FROM THE PUBLIC AT TOWN HALL MEETING ON VIOLENCE IN AND AGAINST THE COLUMBUS BLACK COMMUNITY
When: Wednesday, October 1, 2014 Time: 6:00p.m. Where: Driving Park Library 1422 E. Livingston Avenue, Columbus, OH
Networking The Women's Book 2014 Columbus Area Release Party Presented by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center When: Tuesday, September 20, 2014 Time: 5:00p.m. Where: The Ohio Union 1739 North High Street, Columbus, OH
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Community Outreach Promise Made/Promises Kept The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Central Ohio Chapter (NCBWCOC) & the Ohio Council of YWCAs are partnering to host, Promises Made/Promises Kept, a forum to hold elected officials accountable and provide a forum for them to highlight their accomplishments. NCBWCOC’s mission is advocacy on behalf of African American women and girls; the reduction of health, education and economic empowerment disparities; YWCA's mission is the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women. When: Tuesday, September 23, 2014 Time: 6p.m-8p.m . Where: YWCA 65 South Front Street, Columbus, OH For More Information 614-565-2290
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