Black Enterprise articles from May 2005

Black Enterprise archives from May 2005

Become a Mutual Fund maven.(web features)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Log on to blackenterprise.com to get up-to-the-minute quotes, news, and analysis on BE'S Top 100 Mutual Fund Performers. You'll find all the information you need to make the best investment choices. Our interactive tools let you research your...

Resource line.(web columns)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Whatever your professional or entrepreneurial needs, you can find advice at blackenterprise.com. Interactive Media Editor Latif Lewis' column provides useful resources for business owners, corporate executives, and budding investors. ...

Running a home-based biz.(blackenterprise.com)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Today's home-based business owners face regulations that are more daunting than ever. At the federal level, IRS regulations penalize home-based businesses when it comes to deductions, while at the local level, zoning laws and other stipulations...

Franchise finder.(web tools)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... FRANCHISE FINDER www.blackenterprise.com/franchisefinder Select from franchises that suit your interests and open your dream business today!

Get $25 when you invest.(web tools)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... GET $25 WHEN YOU INVEST www.blackenterprise.com/bemoney ShareBuilder and blackenterprise.com allow you to invest online through automatic, recurring dollar-based investments.

Web highlights.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... JOB SEARCH Give yourself a free career makeover using our online job search. B.E. NOW ON TV AND RADIO Look for streaming video and audio clips from our latest business news ventures HOMEOWNERSHIP Find out the steps you need to take to...

Excellence by design.(publisher's Page)
May 1, 2005... Style sells. Fortune favors the fashionable. Design delivers the dollars. You buy a car because you need reliable transportation, a watch to tell time, a chair because it's impractical to sit on the floor. But you buy a particular luxury sedan,...

Masters of design.(About This Issue)(works of African American designers)
May 1, 2005... When Paul R. Williams became a certified architect in 1915, he knew he would have to fight to gain the attention of peers and clients alike. At a time when blacks were expected to impart brawn over brain, Williams remained steadfast, noting,...

400 million reasons not to give up.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... Your article about Ronald Hall's company, Bridgewater Interior L.L.C., being awarded a $400 million contract with Chryster (Newspoints, January 2005) save me the boost I needed to keep going. While my public relations firm is already thriving....

French hospitality.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... HIGHLIGHTING BLACK BUSINESSES in far away places does pay off! It certainly helped me and my two daughters when we went to Paris. Thanks to your article on Percy's Place (Lifestyle, January 2005), I called the restaurant before I left to get...

More resources for small businesses.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR "Finding Cash for Your Business" (February 2005), which described how several businesses needed to navigate financing challenges. One of the studies was about the lending solution that Presidential Financial Corp....

Perfect for our skin type.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... I RECENTLY READ YOUR ARTICLE IN the February 2005 issue on the Cultura cosmetic medical spa in Washington, D.C. I can tell you that there is definitely a growing need for places that concentrate specifically on ethnic skin care. I have always...

Enough said.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... I read "The 75 Most Powerful African Americans in Corporate America" (February 2005) with a pride that beyond words, your article confirms what I have been saying to friends and business associates years--that there are blacks in significant...

Insured for life?(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... AS AN AVID READER OF BLACK ENTERPRISE, I APPLAUD you for establishing the Declaration of Financial Empowerment to help focus our attention in this arena. Building wealth and passing this wealth on to our children will continue to be a challenge...

Small business financing options.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2005... THE ARTICLE "FINDING CASH FOR YOUR BUSINESS" IN THE February 2005 issue was very informative. However, I'd like to note that there are additional funding options out there. Surprisingly, most of us are not aware of options like accounts...

Corrections.(Correction Notice)
May 1, 2005... In "The 50 Most Powerful African Americans in Sports" (March 2005), we incorrectly stated that William L. Stricktand was the president of IMG and that Daunte Culpepper was one of his clients. Strickland is the president of the basketball...

Maynard Jackson: creating a bully pulpit for black business; this bold politician used his city hall office to create black millionaires.(Ultimate Wealth Builders)(Maynard Holbrook Jackson)(Biography)
May 1, 2005... The audacity of Maynard Holbrook Jackson was apparent from one of his first acts as mayor of Atlanta. In 1974, Jackson told the city's business leaders he was going to expand Hartsfield Airport into an international hub. One of his...

Reggie Fowler agrees to buy MN Vikings: the millionaire will be the first African American principal owner of an NFL team.(SPORTS BIZ)(Minnesota Vikings, National Football Leaguae)
May 1, 2005... The newest star in professional football is "six-foot-one and tons of fun." And he's a black man. But despite having the size of a linehacker, Reggie Fowler, 46, won't be taking the field when the National Football Leaguae's season starts...

Election reform: a work in progress: former EAC chairman discusses hurdles facing election reform and who needs to get involved.(WASHINGTON REPORT)(Election Assistance Commission)(Interview)
May 1, 2005... During testimony before Congress in February, members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission reported that election reforms mandated under the Help America Vote Act of 2002 are working, but they warned that HAVA is a success story in...

Wave newspapers goes bankrupt: publisher owes creditors $5 million in debt.(Wave Community Newspapers, Pluria Marshall Jr. )
May 1, 2005... When black media veteran Pluria Marshall Jr. bought Wave Community Newspapers in 2000, it seemed the papers would get a new lease on life. Now, one of the nation's largest chains of newspapers serving black and Hispanic readers faces an...

Bell named acting CEO of Boeing.(NEWSBYTES)(appointed James A. Bell as chief executive officer)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Boeing Co, Chief Financial Officer James A. Bell, 56, has temporarily landed the top spot at the aviation company, serving as acting CEO. Bell was promoted after CEO Harry Stonecipher was forced out in March after an anonymous tip lead to the...

In a move to expand its capital markets operations, Cleveland-based SBK-Brooks Investment Corp. (No 9 on the Be Investment Banks list with $31.5 million in total managed issues) has opened a New York office.(NEWSBYTES)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... In a move to expand its capital markets operations, Cleveland-based SBK-Brooks Investment Corp. (No 9 on the BE INVESTMENT BANKS list with $31.5 million in total managed issues) has opened a New York office. The company hired eight former...

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc.(NEWSBYTES)(appointed Carol H. Williams to handle advertising and marketing campaigns)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. taps Carol H. Williams Advertising to integrate a distinct African American voice into their advertising. CHW (No. 2 on the BE ADVERTISING AGENCIES list with $300 million in billings) announced in...

Black migration in reverse: African Americans are leaving major cities for opportunities in the South.(FACTS & FIGURES)
May 1, 2005... Decades of vacating Dixie are reversing, reports The Brookings Institution, a nonpartisan research organization. According to The New Great Migration Black American's Return to the South, 1965-2000 during the Fatter part of the '90s, the South...

A sunny outlook on investing: Rainy Day investment club has flourished by sticking to strict investment principles.
May 1, 2005... Rainy Day investment club has weathered storms that might have sent other clubs running for cover. For starters, when it was first established, it rained every time the members met. Fortunately, that didn't dampen their determination to save....

Safe can be good: Graceful Grady relies on innovative products and spending trends to fuel growth.(STOCK PICKS)(forecasts of consumer spending and sales)
May 1, 2005... To obtain the best possible investment return for his clients, Graceful Grady, president of Atlanta-based financial management firm Grady Financial, practices both conservative and aggressive investment strategies. When evaluating stocks...

Think long, think right: Charles Payne's shrewd analysis pays dividends in difficult markets.(PORTFOLIO REVIEW)
May 1, 2005... Charles Payne, founder, CEO, and chief analyst of Wall Street Strategies in New York, focused on the fundamentals and selected a portfolio of stocks that handily beat the market. Although one of his selections suffered a big decline, the...

Score one for credit: improving her credit made it possible for Vivian Alston to own a home.(HOMEOWNERSHIP)
May 1, 2005... Maintaining good credit can affect your lifestyle in many ways. It can enable you to purchase a vehicle, qualify for extended credit, and increase your chances of obtaining a home mortgage loan. That's something Vivian Alston, 37, learned...

401(k) loan setback.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... QA I am 51 and was recently downsized from my job of 18 years. Prior to the downsizing, I had taken out a loan against my 401(k) and was paying it back. Since trying to continue making payments would be a hardship for me, I stopped. What should...

Small business, big ambition: this year's nominees got up and running with more than a little drive.(10TH ANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS)
May 1, 2005... We honor the accomplishments of small business pioneers like these every year with the BLACK ENTERPRISE Small Business Awards. The winners will he announced at the both annual Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference, hosted by General Motors,...

Emerging company of the year nominees: this award recognizes businesses that have poised themselves for future growth by carving out a special business niche or by adopting creative marketing techniques.(YOUR BUSINESS CONSULTANT Enterprise)(Vision Systems & Technology Inc., Carol's Daughter Inc., Physical Therapy & Sports Assessment Center.)
May 1, 2005... Vision Systems & Technology Inc. TYPE OF BUSINESS IT services PRESIDENT/CEO Dwayne Robinson LOCATION Ellicot City, MD Dwayne Robinson, president of Vision Systems, founded his IT services company in 1997 and ran it from home. He had one...

Business innovator of the year nominees: this award recognizes companies that have set trends and broken new ground in a particular industry.
May 1, 2005... Mid-Atlantic Surgical Assoc. P.L.L.C. TYPE OF BUSINESS Robotic surgery FOUNDERS Dr. John Crews and Dr. Derron Simon LOCATION Richmond, VA This medical practice is truly space-age. Robotic surgery is a new phenomenon in the world of...

Rising star award nominees: this award recognizes individuals aged 21-35 whose outstanding skill, professionalism, and perseverance have established them as future business leaders.(ENTERPRISE)(achievements of Etu Evans of Etu Evans L.L.C., Dana Powell and Shannon Bonner of Brides Noir and Marcus Johnson of Three Keys Music)
May 1, 2005... Etu Evans L.L.C. TYPE OF BUSINESS Footwear design and retail CEO/HEAD DESIGNER Etu Evans LOCATION New York City If you love one-of a-kind footwear on the cutting edge of fashion--or you know someone who does--you should know about Etu...

Teenpreneur award nominees: this award recognizes entrepreneurs under the age of 18 who serve as role models and are committed to advancing the rich tradition of black business achievement.(ENTERPRISE)(Najee McGreen of Techmaster Computer Works, Geneva Johnson of Hamilton Art Gallery, Brandon Griffin of Quality Web Solutions)
May 1, 2005... Techmaster Computer Works TYPE OF BUSINESS Computer repair services PRINCIPAL Najee McGreen LOCATION Brooklyn, NY Najee McGreen's company profile reads like he's been in business for much longer than three years. As president and CEO of...

Master of the PDA: self-taught tech guru helps the masses maximize their handheld computers.(BLACK DIGERATI)(personal digital assistant)(services of G. William James)
May 1, 2005... Growing up in Chicago, G. William James did everything he could to make a few bucks. Whether that meant delivering newspapers, working as a DJ, or washing cars, his ventures were always entrepreneurial in nature. In fact, he put off starting...

Looking at RFID? Companies are ready to exploit the technology despite privacy concerns.(E-BUSINESS)(usage of radio frequency identification equipment)
May 1, 2005... When retail giant Wal-Mart issued a mandate in 2003 that required its vendors to use radio frequency identification tags, the announcement gave an enormous boost to an emerging technology that was already gaining momentum. As of January 2005,...

Competing for your home media center: the battle for control of the digital living room is heating up.(TECH NEWS)
May 1, 2005... The race for dominance in the digital home, where digital entertainment media such as music files, photos, and video and television programming is managed and distributed by one device or platform, is not new. For several years, consumer...

Webcam no-show.(CYBERWISE)(usage)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... QA I have a Logitech Webcam and I'm having trouble getting it to work after setting it up on my PC. I have a friend in California and I want to use my Webcam to talk to her. All connections are in place but it doesn't seem to transmit. Do you...

You got the job--now what? How to maintain a high performance level in a new job.(EXECUTIVE MEMO)
May 1, 2005... Within six months of attorney Pamela T. Miller signing on as vice president of market strategy and development for Medco Health Solutions Inc., she made good on her promise to open a new market and deliver a new client. "I knew that, not only...

Women, get ready: executive coaching program promises to help black female professionals move ahead.(DIVERSITY WATCH)(Executive Program for Women of Color)
May 1, 2005... According to a recent report by Catalyst, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the workplace, African American women who are corporate officers at Fortune 500 companies represented 1.1% of the workforce in 2002. The...

Target practice.(SINCE YOU ASKED)
May 1, 2005... QA I will be graduating in June with an M.B.A. and I'm starting my job search now, but I'm not sure how to advertise my job experience. I'm a former Army captain with experience in personnel administration management, logistics, and...

Women's leadership conference.(POWERPLAY)
May 1, 2005... Spelman College is set to host Embracing Our Differences, its second annual Women of Color: Leadership in the 21st Century conference. The Atlanta institution welcomes female professionals from the public and private sectors to discuss...

20th Century Fox Licensing & Merchandising.(ON THE MOVE)(appointed Tamilyn Bonney as director of retail marketing)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... 1. Tamilyn Bonney has been named director of retail marketing for 20th Century Fox Licensing & Merchandising. She will be responsible for managing and developing all retail strategies and programs for its television and film libraries. She will...

M.R. Beal & Co.(ON THE MOVE)(appointed Wayne Seaton as executive vice president of its finance department)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Wayne Seaton has joined M.R. Beal & Co., a BE 100s company, as executive vice president of its finance department. His responsibilities include managing bank activities with respect to public finance, including overseeing the firm's regional...

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing.(ON THE MOVE)(appointed Kristal Shipp as manager of media outreach )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Kristal Shipp has been named manager of media outreach for the West at The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing. She is responsible for communications planning and managing all media outreach efforts to raise awareness about NASCAR in...

Comcast Communications.(ON THE MOVE)(appointed Harvin O. Davis as senior vice president of marketing)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Harvin O. Davis has joined Comcast Communications as senior vice president of marketing. In this newly created position, Davis is charged with developing and implementing comprehensive integrated marketing, sales, and branding strategies for...

Concessions International L.L.C.(ON THE MOVE)(Regynald Washington appointed)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Regynald Washington has recently been added to the board of directors of Concessions International L.L.C., one of the leading food service management companies in the country. A former executive vice president for the organization, Washington...

Convention calendar.(powerplay)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
May 1, 2005... Women in Technology International's 2005 National Conference May 5-6, 2005; Los Angeles; 818-788-9484; www.witi.com YourCareerFair Diversity Career Expo Hay 17, 2005; Dallas; 404-758-3733; www.yourcareerfair.net 10th Anniversary Black...

Buying businesses with equity: Shauna Anderson is using real estate to create multiple streams of income.(BLACK WEALTH INITIATIVE)(Biography)
May 1, 2005... ALTHOUGH HER PARENTS ARE GIFTED musicians, Shauna Anderson says she knew at an early age that she wouldn't be following in their footsteps. "I never had the gift of song, and so I knew that I'd have to find another talent." At age 15,...

Embracing financial responsibility: M'Kisha Shell is facing single parenthood and fiscal challenges head-on.(FAMILY FINANCES)
May 1, 2005... M'KISHA SHELL GETS IT NOW. AS A single mom, she understands that it's her responsibility to develop a financial plan for herself and her 5-year-ol daughter, Kayla. The 26-year-old from Jamaica, New York, recently graduated with a...

Creating a winning bond strategy: with the right approach, bonds can achieve outstanding returns in a volatile market. Here's how.(INVESTING)
May 1, 2005... While shopping for mortgages to refinance her three-bedroom, loft-style home in a Los Angeles suburb and her vacation condo in Nevada, Karen Ellis couldn't find anything better than a 5.8% interest rate on a 30-year fixed loan. That's lower...

Seeking seed money: grants for starting a small business are available through a variety of local sources. Here's how to get them.
May 1, 2005... ROZALIA WILLIAMS RECALLS THE DAY she was awarded a small business grant in 2001 from the Miami Dade Empowerment Trust. She and the other eligible competitors had given presentations and she was now sitting with her fingers crossed under the...

The business of getting away: tired, overworked, stressed? We've got retreats for you.(services of health spas)
May 1, 2005... After seeking help from 12 different doctors for more than 20 years for a rare skin condition, Lonnie White grew tired and frustrated of misdiagnosis and prescriptions that seemed to trigger other health problems. A former professional football...

Form & function: from industrial pioneers to industry innovators, these designers create the world's hottest products.(design 2005)
May 1, 2005... The Harlem office of former President Bill Clinton. The Freddie Mac headquarters in Washington, D.C. The halls of Hollywood's Kodak Theatre. The Chrysler 300C. What do all of these have in common? The bear the signature of African American...

Family trips.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... No matter what you call your family, there are more than a few types of vacations that cater to the special needs of your particular group. Whether it's a getaway with the guys, a family reunion, or a trip with the kids, there's something...

Tips.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... * Contact your travel agent or consolidators like Hotwire.com, Expedia.com and Travelocity.com for the best group deals and last-minute offers. * Check ahead for additional cots in the room; some resorts let kids stay free. * Make...

Embassy Suites Hotels.(special advertising section)(Company Profile)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... With more than 175 locations in major cities, suburban areas, resorts, and airports throughout the United States, it's easy to find an Embassy Suites Hotel near your next destination. From big cities like New York, Chicago and Atlanta to resort...

Doubletree.(special advertising section)(Doubletree Hotels Corp.)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... Doubletree[R] Hotels * Suites * Resorts * Clubs Family friendly. Full service. Two more reasons why a Doubletree hotel can make you and your children feel especially welcome in over 160 destinations across the U.S., Canada and Latin...

Texas.(description and travel)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... The rich historical and cultural legacy of African Americans in Texas is a mosaic inlaid with memories and experiences dating back to the first Spanish expeditions in the early 16th century. Today visitors can experience first hand the places...

Louisiana.(special advertising section)(description and travel)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... From roller coasters to space travel to a trip back in time, you never know where a Louisiana vacation may take your family. Yet you always end up surrounded by some of the best food, music, and natural beauty anywhere. Start at Six Flags...

Hyatt.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... IWI-FI AT HYATT Hyatt Hotels & Resorts[R] has recently introduced wireless, high-speed Internet, available in the guestroom and beyond. Hyatt provides you with fast and reliable Wi-Fi service throughout its hotels' public spaces and...

Wisconsin.(special advertising section)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... Wisconsin. All that... and thee some Waterparks. Wisconsin Dells is one of the Midwest's most popular family vacation destinations with nearly three million visitors each year. Wisconsin's indoor and outdoor water theme parks draw...

Diverse leadership in the utilities industry.(special advertising section)(American Electric Power Company Inc.)(Company Profile)(Advertisement)
May 1, 2005... The public utilities industry is vital. It is expected that our rooms will be bright with the flip of a switch, or that our homes will be warm from heat generated by natural gas. Anyone who has experienced a power outage knows that life without...

Extreme mental makeover: give your thoughts an organization overhaul.(PEAK PERFORMANCE)
May 1, 2005... Wake up at 5:30 a.m. Work out for an hour. Grab a liquid breakfast on your way out the door. Drop off the dry cleaning. Pitch a new campaign idea to the head of advertising at the morning board meeting. Pick up the kids. Make dinner. Spend...

A word on multitasking.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Commitment to one task or process allows a person to dedicate his or her cognitive capacities to the project at hand and not be burdened or slowed by having to switch back and forth between various tasks or projects, says Todd Campbell, who is...

Reading resources on mental management.(MOTIVATION)(psychological literature)(Brief Article)(Bibliography)
May 1, 2005... How to Mind Map by Tony Buzan (Harper Collins; $13.08) Managing Your Mind: The Mental Fitness Guide by Gillian Butler & Tony Hope (Oxford Paperbacks; $14.95) Conquering Chronic Disorganization by Judith Kolberg (Squall Press; $13) ...

Planning a business.(HELP YOURSELF)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... QA I want to open a gym. I have the vision, the mission statement, and the blueprints, but need a successful business plan. Is there a mentor who could teach me how to [write one and] also lead me in the direction of eager investors? --D....

Need a passport? Three steps to gaining your ticket to world travel.(CONSUMER LIFE)
May 1, 2005... It's that time of the year again--time to pack up the kids, send the dog to the kennel, and get out the summer gear. Everyone loves to take a vacation, but if you're traveling overseas, don't forget to bring one crucial document: your passport....

Making a hotel reservation? Use these tips to get a better deal.(SECRET SAVINGS)
May 1, 2005... Whether you like to stay at the Four Seasons or the Hilton, get discounts that count! According to The Penny Pincher's Passport to Luxury Travel by Joel L. Widzer (Travelers' Tales Guides; $12.95), you don't have to be wealthy to enjoy luxury...

Credit score lessons.(ASK YOUR ADVOCATE)
May 1, 2005... QA I have nine credit cards and have paid off four, but I read somewhere that you should not close the accounts because if you do, that could actually lower your credit score. I don't understand how paying them off and closing them could...

Shipping for less:.(PRICELESS RESOURCES)(services of WWW.Freeshipping.com and www.med-express.com)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Save funds with these sites that offer free shipping. Freeshipping.com, a members-only Website offers one-stop shopping for brand-name products offered by more than 1,000 merchants, with free shipping and handling. This online shopping...

A lover of reds: a California vintner wrestles with the toughest grape of them all.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Pinot noir is one of the oldest recorded grape varieties. At its best, pinot noir is silky, subtle, light- to medium-bodied, perfumed with fruit, such as strawberries, or wild cherries, and is a joy to savor. At its worst, it is reedy, thin,...

Going back to Indiana: Max Siegel sports the Circle City.(CITY INSIDER)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... Indianapolis usually brings to mind Hoosier dreams and the Indy 500. But the nation's twelfth largest city--often described as having small-town charm cosmopolitan style--also has a rich African American heritage. Madame C. Kenneth "Babyface"...

Accommodations.(hotels and motels services in INDIANA)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... * The Indianapolis Marriott Downtown Hotel (350 W. Maryland St.; 317-822-3500) is the largest convention hotel in downtown Indianapolis. It features high-speed Internet access, a business center, and express check-in and check-out. *...

Restaurants.(AROUND TOWN: INDIANAPOLIS)(services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... * Oceanaire Seafood Room (30 S. Meridian St.; 317-955-2277) "The menu's incredible and the service is excellent. It has more of an East Coast feel than any of the other restaurants here, which is unique to Indianapolis," remarks Siegel. The...

Nightspots.(AROUND TOWN: INDIANAPOLIS)
May 1, 2005... * The Slippery Noodle Inn (372 S. Meridian St.; 317-631-6974) is the state's oldest bar and a former way station on the Underground Railroad. Today, it's home to an eclectic crowd and live blues. "It's always crowded," says Siegel. "It's...

Sights to see.(AROUND TOWN: INDIANAPOLIS)
May 1, 2005... * "It's generally not difficult to get tickets for the games. Host of the concierge services can probably get you tickets for a small premium," says Siegel, who checks out the local teams up close at least twice a month.

Transportation.(AROUND TOWN: INDIANAPOLIS)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2005... * Indianapolis International Airport is a 12-minute drive from downtown. With a 15% increase in daily flights there are plans to build a new terminal, concourse, and parking garage this year. "There is public transportation, but it's more...

Last chance to register.(ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE)
May 1, 2005... Times have changed. Are you ready to adapt? With its theme Seasons of Change: Taking Risks, Embracing Opportunities, the 10th annual Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference, hosted by General Motors, provides the information and resources you...

Take the challenge.(ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE)
May 1, 2005... Bring your family, meet old friends, and make new ones at the nation's most popular summer event for African Americans. With activities to suit your taste and pace, the Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge appeals to the hedonist in...

Back talk with Ruby Dee.(Interview)
May 1, 2005... For more than 60 years, Ruby Dee has brought dignity and grace to the characters she's portrayed on stage, in film, and on television. Her accomplishments within her craft and as an activist make her one of the most respected African American...