Black Enterprise articles from November 2003

Black Enterprise archives from November 2003

Want to be a millionaire?(Web Features)
November 1, 2003... Nine hundred ninety-nine thousand nine hundred ninety-nine. Almost there. Have you always dreamed of becoming a millionaire? Just because you don't have a six-figure salary doesn't mean you can't realize your dream. Read success stories of...

Happy Thanksgiving.(Web Features)
November 1, 2003... As you prepare to host that special feast for friends and family, log on to blackenterprise.com to find the best food shopping deals. Plus, we've rounded up a few restaurateurs who convinced their chefs to reveal secret recipes for you to share...

Resource line.(Web Columns)
November 1, 2003... Whatever your professional or entrepreneurial needs, you can find them on black enterprise.com. Interactive Media Editor Lewis' column provides useful resources for business owners, corporate executives, and budding investors....

Get organized.(Web Columns)
November 1, 2003... Whether you are trying to get your career on track or pay down your debt, Consumer/Careers Editor Alleyne can help. See her column for tips on getting organized at work, moving up the corporate ladder, and spending your money wisely....

Franchise Finder.(Web Tools)
November 1, 2003... Want to become an entrepreneur but don't know where to start? Use our FREE Franchise Finder[TM] your ultimate business startup resource, to locate franchise and business opportunities. Select franchises that interest you based on the category...

Free Microsoft Money 2003.(Web Tools)
November 1, 2003... ShareBuilder and blackenterprise.com are offering investors an innovative way to invest online through automatic, recurring dollar-based it investments. With this limited time offer, we'll send you a free copy of Microsoft Money 2003, once...

And justice for all.(Publisher's Page)
November 1, 2003... A free negro of the African race, whose ancestors were brought to this country and sold as slaves, is not a 'citizen' within the meaning of the Constitution of the United States. This assertion, made by the United States Supreme Court...

About this issue.
November 1, 2003... The 1896 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Plessy v. Ferguson initiated a series of Jim Crow laws that were adopted throughout the South. That decision would eventually lead over the next 50 years to African American attorneys using their legal...

Ladies first.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... FIRST OF ALL, I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT BLACK ENTERPRISE is the best thing since sliced bread! I've been a loyal reader for one year now, and this is the most uplifting, encouraging, and inspirational magazine I've ever read. Your August...

The cost of prison.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... YOUR ARTICLE "INCARCERATION RATES Fuel Economic Crisis" [Newspoints, August 2003] has brought a sensitive, and often overlooked, matter into the spotlight and onto the front line, thus exposing the effects of incarceration and the role it plays...

Why not the gop?(Letters)
November 1, 2003... AS AN AFRICAN AMERICAN, I AM GLAD THE Republican Party has decided to once again court members of the African American community ("Republicans Courting Black America--Again," Newspoints, August 2003). Members of the black community deserve to...

So satisfied.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... I AM A SATISFIED SUBSCRIBER. WHEN I THINK of BE, I think of professionalism. You really inform us, your subscribers, in every way [on subjects such as] health, politics, wealth building, and getting out of debt, just to name a few. The...

Inspiring couple.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... I'VE HAD THE PLEASURE OF READING YOUR magazine in its entirety. I am pleased to know that BLACK ENTERPRISE is dedicated to the success of the black community, and I do not find that the content excludes any other ethnic groups. I read the...

Valuing diversity.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... THANK YOU FOR YOUR RECENT ARTICLE discussing the vital issue of racism in the workplace ["Does Your Company Discriminate?," July 2003]. Racism is ugly, no matter who the victim is. Companies and organizations that demonstrate that they...

Powerful ministry.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... TRULY THIS LETTER IS LONG OVERDUE. I have been subscribing to BE since the magazine's inception back in 1970 when I was just 14 years old. Even at that tender age, I was impressed and positively affected by the positive and progressive articles...

On target.(Letters)
November 1, 2003... THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! I HAVE SUBscribed to and read BE since 1983, and I must say that the article featuring Rev. Paula McGee ["Is Your Career Your Calling?," February 2003] was one of the best. I am presently pursuing a master of science...

Mixed fate for black law firms: a dozen firms gained prominence in the high stakes of corporate law in the '90s. Where are they now?(Industry Review)
November 1, 2003... What a difference a decade makes. In our August 1993 issue, BLACK ENTERPRISE spotlighted the nation's leading African American-owned law firms that had achieved blue chip status. Once relegated to handling low-profile cases, these firms had...

Hit discriminators where it hurts: African Americans must use their vast spending power to make change.(The Economy & You)
November 1, 2003... African American consumers are a powerful force in the U.S. economy. Based on the 2001 Consumer Expenditure Survey, the $383 billion spent by African American consumers accounts for 5% of all U.S. consumer spending and 4% of Gross Domestic...

Russell Simmons debuts new clothing line.(Newsbytes)
November 1, 2003... Russell Simmons is making another foray into the clothing business. His new collections of men's and women's sportswear, called Def Jam University, will be made by Kellwood, a $2.2 billion manufacturer and marketer of clothing and accessories....

Cracker Barrel faces more racial bias charges.(Newsbytes)
November 1, 2003... Cracker Barrel is under fire again with allegations of racial discrimination. Twenty-three African Americans, who visited restaurants in Bryant and North Little Rock, Arkansas, have filed a lawsuit against the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store....

Race-conscious agenda: poll shows most African Americans want affirmative action reform.(Facts & Figures)
November 1, 2003... On June 23, while Supreme Court Justices concluded to favor of Michigan's Law School admissions process and denounce the undergraduate admissions policies, African Americans were making up their own minds about affirmative action. A national...

Of marriage and money: make sure you and your spouse are in agreement about finances before you get married.(One For Your Money)
November 1, 2003... When high school friends Tischelle George and Idris Abdul-Zahir began dating in 1999, they knew they would eventually get married. The New York couple was so sure, they began discussing how they were going to manage their finances as husband...

Long-term technology: Anthony K. Johnson of the Philadelphia employee retirement system has stayed with technology since the bubble.(Private Screening)
November 1, 2003... In 1999, when technology stocks were at their peak, the managers for the city of Philadelphia Public Employee Retirement System (Philadelphia PERS) took a hard look at market conditions and mulled over whether they needed to adjust the fund's...

Management makes a difference: Bill Thomason managed his way to outstanding gains.(Stock Update)
November 1, 2003... Hedge fund manager Bill Thomason, CEO of Thomason Capital Management in Oakland, California, doesn't spend much time on risky stocks once they start dropping in price. Last year, he emphasized the effect management has on a company's bottom...

Biotech balance: mutual fund diversification lets investors temper biotech's risk.(Mutual Fund Focus)
November 1, 2003... There is a peculiar split down the middle of the health sciences industry. On one side, there are stalwart pharmaceutical companies, such as Merck and Pfizer, which put out blockbuster medications and earn billions of dollars a year. On the...

About penny stocks.(Ask B.E.)
November 1, 2003... Q What do you think about penny stocks? And what is a good discount broker to go with? --A. Barnes Via the Internet A Penny stocks are often small, early-stage, unknown companies whose stocks trade at less than $1 per share. Many...

Getting stars to shine: dawn to dusk image agency has an A-list clientele.(Making It)
November 1, 2003... When Halle Berry embarked on a European press junket to promote her role as bikini-clad agent Jinx in Die Another Day, Dawn Haynes was at her side. When '90s pop group En Vogue needed an image overhaul, Haynes answered the call. And when singer...

What's in a name? Often overlooked, choosing the right business moniker is key.(Management Advice)
November 1, 2003... When Coca-Cola first began distributing its soda product in China the company's marketing staff poured over hundreds of Chinese characters that, although pronounced similarly to the English version of Coca-Cola, made entirely no sense. The...

Fostering urban entrepreneurship: winners of grant competition represent an array of businesses.(Small Business News)
November 1, 2003... Picked by a panel of judges from a pool of 140 applicants, the winners of the third annual Miller Urban Entrepreneurs Business Grant Competition each walked away with $20,000 to fund their business ventures or implement expansions. This...

If at first you don't succeed ... These enterprising women found their calling with children.(Making It)
November 1, 2003... Over the years, Linda A. Banks and Terri Michele tried many different business ventures, but it wasn't until they agreed to start a childcare center that they discovered their true calling in life. When Banks, 35, joined forces with her...

License to bill?(Savvy Solutions)
November 1, 2003... Q I would like to start a business out of my home and would like to know how to go about getting a business license. --Via the Internet A Keep in mind that you may not need a license initially. Most micro businesses--especially those...

Virtual money chain: company changes the rules of wire transfers through the Internet.(Black Digerati)
November 1, 2003... A faltering global economy is fueling the success of one technology firm. Atlanta-based iKobo Inc. recognized early on that when times are hard, foreigners travel to the U.S. to find work, often leaving family members behind. These immigrant...

Music-go-round: Webcasters reach tentative agreement with RIAA, DiMA.(Tech News)
November 1, 2003... In early April, just days after Neil Blake launched a new subscription-based model of his radio station, BlakeRadio.com, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the Digital Media Association (DiMA), a nonprofit trade group,...

One-button backups: creating a batch file is as easy as ...(Tech 1-2-3)
November 1, 2003... You're racing out the door, and you need to back up key files in their latest state. But you don't have time to run a complicated and lengthy program. What should you do? Well, if you sit down just once and write a simple plain-text list of the...

Take one tablet.(Cyberwise)
November 1, 2003... Q I read a recent article in BLACK ENTERPRISE on Tablet PCs and would like some more information about this new technology. What are they and Are they ideal for traveling? --D. Tisma Guttenberg, N.J. Tablet PCs function much the way...

The new school: what to expect from today's M.B.A. program.(Making Connections)
November 1, 2003... This year 1.2 million college graduates faced the grim reality that they had to compete with nearly nine million unemployed individuals for approximately three million jobs. Yet, many career specialists are warning against the urge to postpone...

Star attorney.(Since You Asked ...)
November 1, 2003... Q I am 21 and will soon receive a B.S. in political science and criminal justice. I plan to attend law school, and I'm very interested in entertainment and sports law. I would appreciate any information you can provide. --A. E. Tida Miami...

PepsiCo.(On The Move)
November 1, 2003... Paula Banks has been appointed PepsiCo senior vice president, global diversity and organization partnerships in Purchase, New York. She will be responsible for leading the company's next phase of internal and external efforts to promote...

Federated Department Stores Inc.(On The Move)
November 1, 2003... William L. Hawthorne III has been elected vice president/diversity and deputy general counsel of Federated Department Stores Inc. in Cincinnati. He will be responsible for corporate-wide diversity initiatives including employment,...

National Women's Business Council.(On The Move)
November 1, 2003... Jean Johnson has been appointed to the National Women's Business Council in Houston. One of her major goals will be to implement a national program that will provide incentives for companies and governmental entities to patronize women-owned...

NHP Foundation.(On The Move)
November 1, 2003... LaSalle D. Leffall III has been named chief executive officer of the NHP Foundation. He will supervise asset management, refinancings, acquisitions and dispositions, resident services, and finance and administration. Leffall will continue to...

Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation.(On The Move)
November 1, 2003... Toni Crawford-Major was recently appointed president of the board of directors for the Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation. Since 1986, this nonprofit organization has raised more than $3 million to improve the quality of childcare. She is...

Convention calendar.
November 1, 2003... National Association of Black Scuba Divers (NABS) NABS Summit November 5-9 Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles 800-521-6227 www.nabsdivers.org Association of Black Cardiologists National Congress Meeting November 8 ...

A comfortable retirement: the Knights secured their financial future by going back to the basics.(Black wealth initiative)
November 1, 2003... THERESA KNIGHT AND HER HUSBAND, JOHNNIE, ARE proof that slow and steady wins the race. The couple paid off the mortgage on their New Orleans home 10 years ago, has a new car, and take trips to Europe or cruises to the Carribean at least once a...

Life after Enron: their lives thrown into turmoil by corporate scandal, the Chalk family is looking for solutions.(Family Finances)
November 1, 2003... AFTER 15 YEARS AT ENRON, WANDA CHALK'S WORK AS a human resources generalist had finally begun to accelerate, right along with the fortunes of the high-flying energy company. In her position, Wanda was responsible for company essentials such as...

Networking for success: it takes more than just handing out business cards. These days, entrepreneurs must use every resource available to develop and maintain professional relationships.(B.E. Small Business Report)
November 1, 2003... IT'S NEARLY 5:30 P.M. ON A BALMY TUESDAY night in Los Angeles, California, but Valencia Roner, president and CEO of VXR Enterprise, isn't headed for home just yet. Fighting traffic along a busy highway, she's on her way to Cigar Night, an event...

A tribute to those who laid the groundwork.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... I am blessed to be the product of two cultures. I am equally proud of each. My Mom has taught me much about my Thai heritage while Pop has given me a lot of insight into the struggles African-Americans have faced just trying to gain equal...

Making an impact.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... The little, old man moved lithely through the large crowd that had gathered outside the clubhouse nodding every so often in acknowledgment of a familiar face. His wool pullover sweater and Hogan-esque fedora fended off the chill of a winter...

A place of their own.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... Long before a PGA Tour card became a gold carrot and platinum passport to prosperity, those who aspired to play golf professionally were considered foolhardy souls with an aversion to dirty fingernails and sweaty brows. Amateurs held a higher...

A century of milestones 1896-2000.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... 1896 As a 16-year-old, John Shippen became the first American-born player to lead the U.S. Open (first round). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1899 Dr. George Grant was awarded a US. patent for the wooden golf tee. [ILLUSTRATION...

A fly in the buttermilk.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... Although the Professional Golfers' Association's "Caucasian-only" clause, barring non-whites from participating in PGA-sanctioned events and membership, wasn't written into the organization's by-laws until 1934, blacks were, in effect, shunned...

Public battles private wars.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... There have been many soldiers in the African-American battle to gain access to the game Chicagoan Walter Speedy was one of the first activists. Normally placid Robert (Pat) Ball constantly found himself in the eye of the storm. Alfred (Tup)...

The next wave.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... Except for the "golden era" front 1967-1982, when there were as many as a dozen African-Americans attempting to earn a living on the PGA Tour, professional golf has been a burial ground for all but the staunchest survivalists. By 1995, only Jim...

African-Americans of the PGA Tour.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... Henry Carl Baraben * Born November 18, 1933 in Jenerette, La,; turned pro in April 1958; worked in West Chester, Calif.; belonged to Southern Cal section of PGA; became member of PGA in 1968. James W. Black * Born May 26, 1942 in Charlotte,...

The complete story.(Legends Of The Game)
November 1, 2003... The text appearing in this section is adapted from the book, "Uneven Lies: The Heroic Story of African-Americans in Golf," by Pete McDaniel For ordering information, contact The American Golfer at (203) 862-9720; (www.theamericangolfer.com) ...

Leading the pack: from high technology to publishing, B.E.'s small business Award winners are pushing their companies to new levels.(America's Best Small Businesses)
November 1, 2003... AMID THE LINGERING AFTEREFFECTS OF THE recent recession certain savvy business owners are emerging from the miasma stronger than ever. They've managed to keep their ventures afloat and grow them by adapting to difficult times. These Stalwart...

Getting back on the bull: now that the financial markets have begun to rally, here are some approaches that will pump up your portfolio for 2004.(Investing)
November 1, 2003... THIS YEAR HAS PROVIDED A LOT OF ENCOURAGEMENT FOR investors. A bull market hoofed its way through all the major stock indexes, boosting the Standard & Poor's 500 and the Dow Industrials some 12% or more by the end of August, and treating Nasdaq...

How to boost your portfolio's performance: with the bull market raging back, take these steps to keep your investments on track.(Book Excerpt)
November 1, 2003... HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHAT SEPARATES SUCCESSFUL INVESTORS FROM MARGINAL ONES or from those who get clobbered by Wall Street? The best investors aren't always better stock pickers. Most of them don't boast Ivy League degrees. Nor do they have...

Drive time live: today's car can offer almost all the conveniences of home and work.(B.E. Winter Auto Guide)
November 1, 2003... REMEMBER WHEN POWER windows and sleeting were all the rage? "And power lock brakes," adds Robert Donnelly, an install manager for the ear audio retailer Tweeter, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. "Back then, we were [wondering] what else they...

America's Top Black Lawyers: from corporate law to criminal litigation, here are the lawyers to call to get you the best deal or keep you out of trouble.
November 1, 2003... NOTHING HAS MEANT MORE TO THE ASPIRATIONS OF BLACK AMERICA THAN THE law. For more than a century--from the "separate but equal" ruling of Plessy v. Ferguson to the recent Michigan case upholding affirmative action--it has been a determinant in...

Celebrating small business partnerships: companies salute their partnerships with African American suppliers.(Special Advertising Section)
November 1, 2003... Ms. Johnnie B. Booker Director of Supplier Diversity The Coca Cola Company Mr. David Harris Chief Executive Officer BESTSTAFF THE COCA COLA COMPANY In 2000, Doug Daft and chief executive officer of The Coca-Cola...

Keys to successful multiple-unit franchising.(Special Advertising Section)
November 1, 2003... The old potato chip commercial, "Bet you can't eat just one," seems to apply to franchising in the last few years. More and more franchisees are opening more than one unit, either of one brand, or of several. The statistics are...

Staying power: a Philadelphia principal is grounded in his inner-city roots.(Everyday Hero)
November 1, 2003... Salome Thomas-El did not discover his calling alone. It's no wonder that he commits his life to helping inner-city youth realize theirs. As principal of the Reynolds Elementary School in Philadelphia, he has rejected six-figure offers to teach...

Just as you are: a healthy self-acceptance is a meaningful trait to possess.(Common Ground)
November 1, 2003... "I've accepted my reality I was meant to sound the way I do. --Kathleen Battle Every June, T pull out my list of New Year's resolutions for a midyear assessment. It's not a formal ritual. I just do it to remind myself of goals and...

Money talks.(Help Yourself)
November 1, 2003... Q I am an African American woman who has been working the typical 9-to-5 job and I am looking to choose a different career path. My current job is in customer service and is geared to communicating with people all over the United States. I've...

The power of the group: membership associations offer more than meets the eye.(Buying Power)
November 1, 2003... Most of us belong to some sort of shopping club or group, brandishing our membership cards as if they were golden. For Debra Williams, 48, belonging to AAA has been an invaluable experience. "I wouldn't leave home without my AAA card," says...

Shop around: getting estimates can save you a bundle.(Buying Power)
November 1, 2003... When Lamont Williams decided to renovate his Randallstown, Maryland, ranch house, he thought finding the right contractor would be as easy as 1,2,3. Two years and several estimates later, Williams, 42, is much wiser. He has learned that whether...

Turn off the lights! Tips to reduce your home electricity bill.(Secret Savings)
November 1, 2003... A typical household in the U.S. spends approximately $1,400 each year on energy bills. If you're looking to get out of this statistic, you can adopt some very basic energy conservation measures to save 30%, or more than $400 each year. So...

The public library: technology lets you browse the stacks from your home office.(Priceless Resources)
November 1, 2003... You can visit public libraries via your computer for access to e-books, databases, and online classes. For instance, the Los Angeles Public Library (www.lapl.org) connects readers to materials on marketing and management topics through its...

Check, please!(Ask Your Advocate)
November 1, 2003... Q I recently visited a nice restaurant with a friend. As we neared the end of our meal, the waiter hounded us with the check, as if to rush us out the door. We paid the check, and as we chatted, the manager informed us that be needed the table...

Bead it! For Johnna Snell, her hobby's a charm.(Personal Passions)
November 1, 2003... As your market director for the American Heart Association in Charlotte, North Carolina, Johnna Snell supervises a range of programs to help kids adopt healthy habits. By night, she makes bracelets. "I do it whenever [the spirit] hits me--and...

On the cuff: the art of finishing touches.(In Fashion)
November 1, 2003... James C. McMillan shakes a lot of hands, closes major deals, and occasionally settles disputes. As an attorney who practices entertainment, sports and fashion litigation at his law firm in New York City, Mcmillan intends on making a firm...

Revving in the motor city: Michelle Sherman chauffeurs us through Detroit.(City Profiles)
November 1, 2003... For Executives, this Midwestern business center (probably best known as the automotive capital has endured much ridicule for not keeping pace with more cosmopolitan metropolises--but Detroit is steadily working on its image. As a result of...

Roll on: Davin enjoys just spinning your wheels.(The Enthusiast)
November 1, 2003... Chrome wheels that dressed up the Mustangs and GTO's of the '60s are taking a new spin. Specialty rims are the latest explosion in car accessories. According to the Special Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA), last year, owners spool more...

A time to shine: awards celebration spotlights today's successful entrepreneurs.(B.E./Microsoft Entrepreneurs Conference)
November 1, 2003... Once a year, BLACK ENTERPRISE recognizes the tireless efforts of today's outstanding African American entrepreneurs, including small-business owners and top-level executives at companies appearing on our BE 100s lists. Held at the Black...

Do you Ski?(Extra Options)
November 1, 2003... Challenge yourself to a friendly downhill race of skiing, starting at 11,480 feet, or network with potential clients along any one of Vail Cascade's 4,000 acres of incredible ski trails. At our annual Black Enterprise/AXA Advisors Ski...

Black Enterprise Unlimited.
November 1, 2003... Black Enterprise Unlimited is a division of Earl G. Graves Ltd. dedicated to creating products and services that are designed to meet your business needs. We can be contacted at B.E. Unlimited, 130 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10011-4599;...

Young, gifted & making moves: B.E. spotlights today's young entrepreneurs and professionals.(Our Next Order Of Business)
November 1, 2003... Next Month, BLACK ENTERPRISE will unveil its long-anticipated list of successful young business leaders who have managed to carve a niche for themselves within industries such as technology, entertainment, and finance. These young entrepreneurs...