Hurricane Harvey: Reaction, Recovery, Resiliency Under Mayor Turner’s direction the city’s recovery work included: Opening and operations the George R. Brown Convention Center as an impromptu shelter that held as many as 12,000 people benefiting from services by thousands of volunteers and the American Red Cross. Creating and operating Neighborhood Recovery Centers, which became one-stop…
A recent report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that U.S. employment is projected to grow by 8.4 million jobs from 2018 to 2028. At the same time, employers are battling an ultra-competitive job market, in which candidates are being wooed by increased pay and enhanced medical benefits. Today’s smartest employers are…
Dr. George C. Fraser has made it his life’s mission to lead and influence the black business community. He has been deemed a “networking guru” for his great work in teaching the power of networking and using influential relationships to build a career. Keith “MR. D-MARS” Davis, Sr. experienced the teaching and mentoring of Dr….
It has been said thousands if not millions of times in the U.S., across North America and throughout the world that running a small business is challenging and is not for the faint hearted. From dotcoms that start out with lots of venture capital money to donut shops like Billy’s Donuts in Missouri City, Texas…
This has been a busy and productive year for Houston First Corporation (HFC) and Brenda Bazan, President and CEO. After taking the reins of Houston’s official destination and marketing organization a little over a year ago, Bazan has taken impressive steps to more strategically position HFC to meet its goals and objectives. “This has been…
The Ensemble Theatre’s performance of Pipeline by Dominque Morisseau and directed by Rachel Hemphill Dickson elevates awareness of the national conversation about the educational system and the school-to-prison pipeline. “We want to join Dominique Morisseau in sparking the conversation about the state of our educational system, the importance of the whole child being considered…
March 31, 2019 – Austin, TX – Tomorrow marks the first day of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM), which takes place every April. This month is dedicated to raising public awareness about sexual assault and educating communities about how to prevent sexual assault, said the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault. “More than…
(Beaumont, TX) – Under the leadership and direction of Founder and CEO Andre Horn and Vice President Miranda Horn, Industrial Welding Academy (IWA) is proud to announce the addition of their new Beaumont, Texas location. IWA is dedicated to teaching students the in-demand trade of welding through emphasis of their motto “Integrity with Attitude.” IWA…
The Cox Pradia Law Firm sets itself apart from other law firms in several ways, but its most prominent difference is the value it places in giving back to the community. The Cox Pradia Law Firm was started in 2010 by Jonathan Cox and Troy Pradia. Cox is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University,…
It’s rodeo time again! Break out the cowboy hats and boots! We are so here for it. The concerts, the food (turkey legs, funnel cakes and deep-fried everything), and the carnival make this the ultimate party with a purpose. Since its inception in 1932, the Rodeo has committed more than $475 million to the youth…
The festivities will kick off on Feb. 13 with “An Arts & Cultural Showcase/Discussion” in the premier Visitors Center, 1522 Texas Pkwy. from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests will enjoy discussions with historian Sam Collins III who serves with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, The Bryan Museum, and the Ruby Bridges Foundation; and…
“January 31, 2019 commemorates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday. Our production of Jackie and Me is a tribute to Jackie and to all those who continue to stand up against prejudice, discrimination and hate.” Main Street Theater (MST) celebrates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday, his breaking the color barrier, and his impact on the civil rights movement…
Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (DECF) Annual Scholarship Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Ayva Center, 9371 Richmond Avenue, Houston, Texas 77063 from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 midnight. Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (DECF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1992 with the purpose of supporting youth in the Houston…
When the Cancer Research Institute (CRI) was founded in 1953, little was known about cancer and even less about the immune system. CRI was the first – and for many decades the only – research funding organization that believed that we could one day harness the immune system as a powerful weapon against cancer. Since…
This month Houstonians will join people from across the county to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday, January 21, is the official observance of Dr. King’s birthday, who would have turned 89 years old if his life had not been cut short by an assassin’s bullet. As the country pauses to remember the late…
Houston, Texas – (December 18, 2018) – On Sunday, December 16, 2018, MELODRAMA Boutique celebrated its “Sweet 16 Anniversary”, hosted by Sky Houston, Radio Personality at KMJQ Majic 102.1 FM. MELODRAMA Boutique, located at 5306 Almeda Road, offers one-of-a-kind apparel and accessories for sophisticated women of all lifestyles and sizes. The Sweet Sixteen Celebration kicked off at…
AUSTIN – An innovative instructional video and presentation on how citizens and law enforcement officers should interact during traffic stops is now available to the public. The Community Safety Education Act (S.B. 30) – introduced by State Senator Royce West and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott – mandates specific instruction on traffic stop…
Houston self-made business woman and communityleader, Deavra Daughtry, recently graduatedwith a certificate from the exclusive Owner/President Management Program (OPM) at Harvard Business School alongside international businessowners. Participants represent a diverserange of organizations from around the world and hold dual roles as owner and CEO or Managing Director of firms with annual sales ranging from severalmillion…
Byron Alfred’s life was dedicated to sports. He played football throughout college as a starting offensive lineman for the University of Houston and even had NFL aspirations. But when knee and shoulder injuries derailed that dream, Alfred was faced with the daunting question of “what am I going to do now?” Being from the refinery…
Special guest Brandice Daniel of Harlem’s Fashion Row to discuss turning connections into collaborations at premier business and branding event HOUSTON (Nov. 26, 2018) — Houston author, community leader and business expert, Miara Shaw, will host The Hope of Purpose Experience in Houston, Texas on Jan. 25 and 26, 2019. The educational conference and…