Black Enterprise articles from September 2005

Black Enterprise archives from September 2005

African American graduation rates.(WEB FEATURES)(www.blackenterprise.com/gradrates)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Researching and finding the right college is crucial, whether you're a rising high school senior or the parent of one. Log on to blackenterprise.com to find out which colleges have the best and worst graduation rates for African Americans. ...

Entrepreneur of the Week.(WEB FEATURES)
September 1, 2005... Check out our latest online feature, "Entrepreneur of the Week, "for news, video, and in-depth interviews with the most influential African American businesspeople in the country. Tune in weekly to learn about the professionals who are shaping...

Franchise finder.(WEB TOOLS)(www.blackenterprise.com/ franchisefinder)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... www.blackenterprise.com/ franchisefinder Select from franchises that suit your interests and open your dream business today!

Get $25 when you invest.(WEB TOOLS)(online investing)(www.blackenterprise.com/bemoney)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... www.blackenterprise.com/bemoney Sharebuilder and blackenterprise.com allow you to invest online through automatic, recurring dollar-based investments.

Resource line.(WEB COLUMNS)
September 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 building investors. ...

A new brand of civil rights leadership.(publisher's page)(Bruce S. Gordon, NAACP)
September 1, 2005... A young college sophomore is so inspired by an organization and its mission that he works to recruit every student on his campus for membership. The organization's mission not only captures the attention of this impressionable 20-year-old, it...

More than just an internship.(About This Issue)
September 1, 2005... Experience is something that can't be gained in a classroom. It has to be acquired through participation. As an organization dedicated to providing each generation with the tools to make greater advances than its predecessor, BLACK ENTERPRISE...

Inspired again.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... I am writing to praise your May 2005 cover story about black designers (Form @ Function"). I am a 26-year-old industrial designer working for a product development company in Chicago. I am the only African American on a staff of about 20...

Creative promise.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... WHAT A SUPERB, SMART ISSUE COVERING THE INFLUENCE of America's top black designers. Many of the people you featured are pushing the profession in new directions that others will soon follow. While your article focused on the contributions...

Correction.(Correction Notice)
September 1, 2005... CORRECTION: In "The 30 Best Companies for Diversity" (July 2005), we incorrectly reported that ARAMARK's annual sales amounted to $8.8 billion. The company's annual sales actually amounted to $10.2 billion.

The beginnings of success.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thank you for profiling the late Reginald Lewis in the Ultimate Wealth Builders feature by Derek Dingle (June 2005). Mr. Lewis raised the bar for African American entrepreneurship. Before TLC Beatrice Foods Co., Wall Street, and Harvard Law...

Hope for dreams.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... I HAVE RECENTLY BEGUN SUBSCRIBING TO YOUR MAGAZINE AND I'M ON my third issue. Inspired by the Ultimate Wealth Builders series, I found myself framing the write-up on Reginald Lewis as an ever-present reminder of what I am capable of achieving....

Bolstered confidence.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... SINCE READING BLACK ENTERPRISE, I HAVE GROWN, AND NOW WANT to master my skills and abilities. As a young black woman I'm constantly thinking, "What if I'm not good enough for this position?" or "What if I fail?" As I read your magazine, I...

Constructive change.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... IN A TIME WHEN AFRICAN AMERICAN publishers are making conscious choices to sell to white media conglomerates, it is refreshing to know that publishers like yourself are holding true to a commitment to empower African Americans without...

Ernesta G. Procope: America's insurance maven: building the largest black-owned insurance brokerage, this first lady staked her claim on Wall Street.(Ultimate Wealth Builders)(Company Profile)
September 1, 2005... It was the mid 1960s and race riots were erupting all over the nation, leaving many urban neighborhoods in ruins. Reluctant insurance companies were canceling property insurance coverage in affected black communities. Ernesta G. Procope,...

MDL Capital fights lawsuit over $215 million loss: CEO says charges are politically motivated.(B.E. 100s)(Mark D. Lay)(MDL Capital Management)
September 1, 2005... Mark D. Lay is in for the fight of his life. His company, one of the nation's largest black-owned money managers, has been rocked by a scandal involving one of its hedge funds that lost more than $200 million. The CEO of MDL Capital...

Georgetown names Muir director of athletics: but management positions in sports still lack an African American presence.(SPORTSBIZ)(Bernard Muir, Georgetown University)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... College athletics added another African American to its list of top officials with the hiring of Bernard Muir as Georgetown University's director of athletics. Muir is one of two African American directors in the Big East conference and thinks...

Can you still count on the EEOC? Critics say reorganization may affect handling of discrimination claims.(WASHINGTON REPORT)(Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... A member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says the agency's impending restructuring has been hastily crafted and will have disastrous consequences on its effectiveness in combating workplace discrimination. EEOC Commissioner...

Former textile maker agrees to fraud plea: Terry Manufacturing CEO admits he lied about company's finances to obtain loans.(B.E. 100s)(Roy Terry)
September 1, 2005... Roy Terry, president and CEO of Terry Manufacturing Co., pleaded guilty to felony bank, mail, and wire fraud charges, and mishandling pension funds that resulted in a loss of more than $20 million to investors, lenders, and employees. The...

Jackson Securities grows with merger: union with Chicago-based Berean Capital combines business strengths and provides greater geographic coverage.(B.E. 100s)
September 1, 2005... Following a trend of expansion moves by other BE 100s companies, Jackson Securities L.L.C. (No. 7 on the BE INVESTMENT BANKS list with $36.4 billion in total managed issues) merged with Berean Capital Inc. to form a firm with greater geographic...

Take a loved one for a checkup: national campaign urges blacks to address healthcare disparity.(AROUND THE NATION)(Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... One of the best gifts you can give a loved one is a trip to the doctor. The annual Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day is challenging African Americans to take charge of their healthcare needs and turn around some of the disparities in medical...

Solomon climbs MLB ladder: promotion reflects increased black presence in America's favorite pastime.(Jimmie Lee Solomon Jr., Major League Baseball)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Jimmie Lee Solomon Jr. has been promoted to executive vice president of baseball operations of Major League Baseball. Solomon is responsible for on-field discipline, security, and facility management. He will also head Ma League, Minor League,...

Blazing trails in conservation: Ringo named first black chairman of the National Wildlife Federation.(Jerome Ringo)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2005... Jerome Ringo, a veteran outdoorsman who spent decades fighting to preserve the nation's parks, wildlife, and other natural resources, was elected board chairman of the 4.5 million member National Wildlife Federation. The organization's goals...

What's Debra Lee doing to bet?(BET Holdings Inc.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... BET President and Chief Executive Officer Debra L. Lee--Robert L. Johnson's longtime right hand--has set her plan in motion to restructure the network's programming. BET has long been known--and often criticized--for its content, which has...

Ground breaking begins next month for a $225 million renovation of New York's Harlem Hospital.(NEWSBYTES)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Ground breaking begins next month for a $225 million renovation of New York's Harlem Hospital. Five murals, housed in buildings slated for demolition, will be preserved. Valued at $1 million, the murals will be reinstalled in the lobby of a new...

Baseball fans may soon enjoy more than hot dogs and beer during games.(NEWSBYTES)(Sweet Unity Farms may supply coffee)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Baseball fans may soon enjoy more than hot dogs and beer during games. Sweet Unity Farms is in talks to supply several Major League Baseball parks with coffee through a partnership with Levy Restaurants. The company was founded 10 years ago by...

Workplace bias abounds: new study confirms the American workplace has much farther to go to achieve true diversity.(FACTS & FIGURES)
September 1, 2005... The days of politically correct multiculturalism have not contributed to the end of bias. Workplace discrimination is alive and kicking, and statistics of job-related bias against African Americans and women remain eye-opening. One in five...

Riding the highs and lows: experiencing tough times is teaching MMIC to be better investors.(INVESTMENT CLUBHOUSE)(More Money Investment Club)
September 1, 2005... The More Money Investment Club was formed in 1997 by a group of nine friends who have attended the CIAA basketball tournament every year since graduating from college. A conversation about retirement and the future of Social Security prompted...

Looking for competitive advantage: Silas Myers of Roxbury Capital Management focuses on cash flow and competition for growth.(STOCK PICKS)
September 1, 2005... While many analysts say the economy is still on the upswing, Silas Myers, senior vice president, analyst, and portfolio manager at Roxbury Capital Management L.L.C., thinks most of the economic expansion in corporate America has already...

An economic mood swing: Ron Johnson's portfolio performance stalled although the economy gained speed.
September 1, 2005... It could be said that the five stocks selected by Ron Johnson, the former chief strategist at Smith Graham & Company Investment Advisors L.P., experienced serious mood swings during the last 12 months, much like the overall stock market. When...

Bonds without borders: funds holding issues from developing nations outpaced their stodgy cousins from the industrialized world.(MUTUAL FUND FOCUS)
September 1, 2005... While stock funds have plummeted and bounced during the last five years, bond funds, for the most part, have been steady gainers. Moreover, according to mutual fund tracker Morningstar Inc., no type of bond fund has even come close to emerging...

Is that house overvalued? Here's how to determine the true worth of your biggest investment.(HOMEOWNERSHIP)
September 1, 2005... Buying a home is perhaps the biggest investment most Americans will ever make. According to the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, price appreciation for single-family homes nationwide has increased more than 50% during the last...

No 401(k) plan.(ASK B.E.)(retirement planning)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A The company I work for doesn't have a 401(k) plan. I'm 33 years old and want to have enough to retire comfortably. I just opened an IRA with Citibank, and I contribute $300 per month. Any advice? Ozzie--Via the Internet ...

Creative solutions: husband and wife combine talents to deliver award-winning ad campaigns.(MAKING IT)(Rudy Gaskins, Joan Baker)(Push Creative Inc.)(Company Profile)
September 1, 2005... After winning an Emmy for his "Follow The Dream" advertising campaign during the 2000 Olympic Games, Rudy Gaskins was inspired to make his own dream of owning a creative services business a reality. To get started, Gaskins needed a plan...

Another man's treasure: old vending machines turn new profits for Jackson State Student.(STARTING UP)(Andrell Harris)
September 1, 2005... What distinguishes a gold mine from ordinary junk depends on whom you're talking to. When Andrell Harris and his friend Jason Owens happened upon old vending machines in Owen's garage, they recognized a profitable venture underneath the years...

Bringing luxury to the masses: distributor specializes in unique contemporary products.(MAKING IT)(Terry Phillips, Astute Advance)
September 1, 2005... When Terry Phillips saw an opportunity to marry contemporary lifestyle with functional products, he knew he'd found a way to scratch his entrepreneurial itch. And with that, the engineering graduate from Kettering University and the University...

Grow by referral: create a buzz through word-of-mouth campaigning.(CLOSING THE SALE)
September 1, 2005... You could break your small business bank account on flashy advertisements. Or, you can follow the lead of successful entrepreneurs who know one sure-fire marketing tool: there's no shame in simply asking a friend to tell a friend. ...

Plastic debt.(SAVVY SOLUTIONS)(credit card debt)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A If I use my credit card to cover my business' startup costs, is that considered good debt or bad debt? --L. Stokes Via the Internet The more I hear about how startups use credit cards to cover the initial costs of their...

Just do it: DIYnetwork.com director Phillip Williams gives his home improvement Website an extreme makeover.(BLACK DIGERATI)
September 1, 2005... It's not often that employees make a significant impact on a company's success during their first year on the job, but that's exactly what Phillip S. Williams did. As director of Knoxville, Tennessee-based DIYnetwork.com, the online arm of...

Training day: UNITECH develops cutting-edge battlefield simulation for the U.S. Army.(TECH NEWS)
September 1, 2005... A soldier aims across the battlefield at an enemy combatant. She pulls the trigger, and a laser beam from her rifle zaps a sensor on her target's Uniform. Hundreds of yards away, a training official's handheld controller immediately receives a...

Earn your living online: 10 ways to increase your cash flow by becoming an eBay PowerSeller.(E-BUSINESS)
September 1, 2005... More than 430,000 people earn part or all of their living selling products on eBay, but only 90,000 have achieved PowerSeller status by selling at least $1,000 worth of goods each month and maintaining at least a 98% positive feedback rating....

Do-it-yourself estate planning: it takes good legal advice to plan your will, but these software alternatives can help.(B.E. TESTED)(Quicken WillMaker Plus 2005)(LegalZoom.com)(Software Review)(Product/Service Evaluation)
September 1, 2005... Can will-making software replace a legal professional? The answer depends on whom you ask. For an attorney, the obvious answer is no. For software companies and independent consultants, the answer lies somewhere between a definite "yes" and "it...

Website objective.(CYBERWISE)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A I have an idea for a new business venture. I want to explore the options of getting a Website built. Is it cheaper to do it myself? Should I obtain software? Or should I go through a company? T. Wood Philadelphia Whether to...

All together now: the importance of generating "buy in" from your staff.(MAKING CONNECTIONS)
September 1, 2005... Carl Dickerson, president and founder of Dickerson Employee Benefits, knows it's natural for his 50-person staff to wonder, "What's in it for me?" as they are encouraged to achieve the goals of his Los Angeles-based firm. To generate "buy...

Can't shake it: has career imprinting been good to you? Would you know?(EXECUTIVE MEMO)
September 1, 2005... Out of all the places I worked, IBM made the biggest impression on me," says Dwayne Crawford of his first job out of school. Today, as chief operating officer of 100 Black Men of America Inc., Crawford admits he runs the nonprofit much the same...

?Habla espanol? Why Spanish should be your second language in business.(DIVERSITY WATCH)
September 1, 2005... Globalization and the growth of the Hispanic market in the U.S. are driving the demand for cultural diversification in the workforce. Those who understand the needs of the work environment and prepare accordingly position themselves to be...

Finding focus.(SINCE YOU ASKED)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A I have three degrees in business, including an M.B.A. in business finance that I received in 2000 but I have not been blessed with good job opportunities. I end up in jobs that require just a high school certificate or an associate degree....

Newton Learning.(John A. Williams appointed)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... John A. Williams has been named general manager of summer and after-school programs for Newton Learning, a nationwide extended learning program. Williams is responsible for all business aspects as well as recruitment. Prior to joining the...

Edelman.(Daniel J. Edelman Inc. appoints Goldie Taylor)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Goldie Taylor has joined the Atlanta office of Edelman as vice president of diversity marketing and consumer brands. Taylor is charged with growing and co-managing the company's global diversity marketing practice as well as handling brand...

American College of Healthcare Executives.(Samuel L. Odle appointed)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Samuel L. Odle has assumed the office of chairman of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). ACHE is an international society of 30,000 healthcare executives who lead our nation's hospitals, healthcare systems, and other...

Charter Communications.(Willie J. Epps Jr. appointed)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Willie J. Epps Jr. has been appointed vice president and chief compliance officer of Charter Communications. He is responsible for managing day-to-day operations of the program, identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability, and...

America Online Inc., Black Voices.(Janet Rolle appointed)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Janet Rolle has been named president and general manager for America Online Inc., Black Voices. In this new role, she will be responsible for developing the Black Voices service across all AOL platforms and products, leading the day-to-day...

Convention calendar.(POWERPLAY)(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... CONVENTION CALENDAR September 2005 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29...

Staying cash-flow positive: taught by grandparents who lived through the depression, Ayanna Goring knows how to hold on to money.(BLACK WEALTH INITIATIVE)
September 1, 2005... AYANNA GORING IS SERIOUS ABOUT managing her money. She has her grandparents, who told her stories of frugal and resourceful living during the Depression, to thank for that. Goring says the stories her grandparents shared with her gave her...

Property pitfalls: Veronica Stewart is managing her debt better to safeguard her real estate investment.(Financial BLACK Fitness ENTERPRISE Contest Winner No. 62)
September 1, 2005... VERONICA STEWART ISN'T DREAMING of becoming a real estate mogul like Donald Trump. But she does envision owning several income-producing properties as part of an overall investment portfolio. "I want to become financially self-sufficient...

Stolen lives: identity theft is the country's fastest growing crime. Here's how to protect your most valuable asset--you!(CONSUMER ALERT)
September 1, 2005... WHEN TAHIRA SCOTT MOVED IN WITH her cousin, she was looking forward to saving money and establishing a good credit history to buy a home of her own. Instead, her plans were ruined before they began. The 31-year-old leasing consultant from...

High caliber companies: our Small Business Awards winners are growing their businesses by serving their niche.(AMERICA'S BEST SMALL BUSINESSES)
September 1, 2005... ENTREPRENEURSHIP HAS LONG BEEN viewed as one of the paths to achieving wealth. Our Ultimate Wealth Builders series shows that the overwhelming majority of African Americans who have acquired and passed on wealth have been entrepreneurs. This...

... But can you walk the walk? These chief diversity officers say the best diversity practices are about more than good intentions--they're about measurable results. How does your company stack up?(DIVERSITY ROUNDTABLE)(Panel Discussion)
September 1, 2005... WHEN WE PUBLISHED OUR LIST OF THE "30 Best Companies for Diversity" in July, we learned that as much as corporate America touts the importance of diversity in business, many companies are still uncertain about how to maximize the benefits of a...

20 best franchising opportunities: are you ready to own a proven business? Here's our list of the most promising franchises.(FRANCHISES)
September 1, 2005... MARCIA MICKLE'S DECISION TO OPEN AN Athlete's Foot retail store with her husband, Fred, had nothing to do with athletic footwear. It was the business aspect. "For me it was really about what's the return on our investment," explains Mickle 38,...

Fixing Ford: Darryl B. Hazel revived the Lincoln Mercury division. Now the 33-year veteran faces the greatest challenge of his career.(B.E. CORPORATE EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2005... SURROUNDED BY PRISTINE forests shimmering lakes and lush mountains, Darryl Hazel stands near the shores of Lake Placid with a purpose. On this brilliant July day, New York State's scenic Adirondacks provide the perfect backdrop to unveil the...

Black Enterprise: much more than a magazine: at the ripe old age of 35, BE keeps expanding its multimedia franchise, and there's no end in sight.(ON THE MOVE)
September 1, 2005... Why? Because in business, new tricks are the hot commodities that stand between a company's viability (otherwise known as profitability and growth) and its demise. That's why BLACK ENTERPRISE, heeding the same advice it's been giving other...

Why I play: golf and tennis enthusiasts speak out about their love and their games.(SPORTS FEATURE)(Panel Discussion)
September 1, 2005... For former champions of the Black Enterprise/Pepsi Challenge, golf and tennis are much more than mere games, and when it comes to pursuing their respective sports, they don't play! They live and breathe tennis and golf. They travel the globe...

Too young to go pro? Will tennis prodigy Donald Young join the constellation of stars that shone brightly but burned out?(YOUNG PROS)
September 1, 2005... There's a secret that every statistician, CFO and Weight Watcher's representative knows: Numbers tell a story. Take, for example, the career of tennis phenomenon Donald Young Jr. He started playing tennis at 2 years old. When he was 10, he...

10 best-kept secrets of serious spa seekers: just as there are newbies in golf and tennis, there are novice spa-goers as well. Here are the experts' top tips on how to make your Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge Spa Weekend the best that it can be.(AT THE SPA)
September 1, 2005... You made it! You're here at one of the country's most celebrated and luxurious spas, The Doral. The sweet scent of hibiscus fills the air. The soothing music of cascading waters wafts in from the distance. You've registered, unpacked, and...

Internal stamp of approval: self-validation should matter most.(PEAK PERFORMANCE)
September 1, 2005... After working at Solomon Smith Barney for seven years, Wanda Thompson found herself at a crossroad. She wanted to advance her career, but despite assurances that internal candidates would be given priority to any openings, her department...

Leading the way: discover what you need to be an effective self-leader.(Self-Leadership and the One-Minute Manager)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
September 1, 2005... What does it take to become a self-motivator? Well often it takes a high level of competence and commitment, according to Ken Blanchard's Self-Leadership and the One-Minute Manager (HarperCollins Publishers; $19.95). Beyond that, it takes...

Find your keys, make a difference.(It's Hard to Make a Difference When You Can't Find Your Keys: The Seven-Step Path to Becoming Truly Organized)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
September 1, 2005... It's funny how your keys always seem to disappear when you're running late and need to get out the door. When it happens on occasion, it is likely just an isolated case of absent-mindedness. But if you frequently lose your keys--or any other...

Starting a nonprofit.(HELP YOURSELF)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A I would like to start a nonprofit organization to help build up low-income communities, create jobs, and start inspirational programs in the schools. Can you provide assistance with government grants for minorities and women in the...

Renter's rights: what you should know as a tenant.(CONSUMER LIFE)
September 1, 2005... A house is a home unless, of course, it's an apartment. Then the rules--and your rights--change. Janet Portman, a lawyer specializing in landlord-tenant laws and co-author of Renter's Bights: The Basics (NOLO; $24.99); Every Tenant's Legal...

Credit cards getting costlier: banks to double minimum payment fees within a year.(CONSUMER ALERT)
September 1, 2005... If credit card debt has you struggling to make the minimum payments, brace yourself for more hardship. Credit-card-issuing banks have begun increasing the minimum amounts due in order to comply with federal regulations. The increase will...

The DMV helps you fight fraud: new law prevents display of Social Security numbers on driver's license.(KNOW YOUR RIGHTS)(Department of Motor Vehicles)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Had your share of long lines at the DMV? Well, here's an incentive to be a little more patient. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America, according to the Federal Trade Commission, and through the DMV, the government is...

Lost in translation: interpretation Websites can help you learn a foreign language.(PRICELESS RESOURCES)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Whether you have employees that speak a foreign language, or are preparing for a vacation abroad, there are free Websites that allow you go translate the English language into other languages. Two of these sites, Freetranslation.com (www.free...

Money for school.(ASK YOUR ADVOCATE)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Q A My boyfriend is about to graduate from dental school. He has accumulated a little more than $170,000 in student loans and is looking for a way to pay for orthodontics school without taking out more loans, Do you know of any grants and/or...

Journey to adventure: Karl Domangue takes activity travel to new heights.(THE ENTHUSIAST)
September 1, 2005... Karl Domangue, 35, never saw himself as an adventurer, but he was a natural competitor, Formerly an investment banker, Domangue looked for opportunities to Will bragging rights among his coworkers. "The environment was so competitive that...

Island cruising: yachting through the British Virgin Islands.(FIRST-CLASS TICKET)
September 1, 2005... The British Virgin Islands offer many sea splendors, but the RMS Rhone, a British mail ship that sank off Salt Island during a storm in 1867, is a renowned dive site. The annual Black Boaters Summit (www.honeyletstravel.com) convenes for a week...

Posh purses: handbag designer has a handle on style and function.(IN FASHION)(Angela Theodora Anderson)
September 1, 2005... It was frustrating at first because I was used to drawing teeth, not handbags," says orthodontist Angela Theodora Anderson. Three years ago, while working in New York at different dental practices, including her own, Anderson saw a woman on...

Be a part of a powerful network.(WOMEN OF POWER SUMMIT)
September 1, 2005... Registration is underway for the first BLACK ENTERPRISE Women of Power Summit, Feb. 1-4, 2006, at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix. This four-day networking event is a unique opportunity for women of color executives. Through...

Back talk with Bruce S. Gordon.(Interview)
September 1, 2005... When Bruce S. Gordon was named president and CEO of the NAACP in June, he became the organization's first president in 30 years who was neither a politician nor a clergy member. Gordon was chosen to lead the organization, namely for his...