Business News
Dozens to be Recognized at BMORENEWS.com’s 6th Annual BBBW Soiree:
On Tuesday, February 17, 2009 from 6 to 8 pm, BMORENEWS.com will host the 6th Annual Baltimore Black Business Week Soiree at The Diamond Tavern (www.DiamondTavern.com) at the New Hilton, 401 W. Pratt Street. This is a free event that will recognize several individuals for their contributions and support of black business in the area. However, please RSVP (Space is Limited) to Phenomenal Events at 443.223.8759 or email: contact@phenomenal-events.com. Parking is available in the garage for $5 with a receipt from the restaurant.
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6th BBBW Soiree to Honor Black Business Elite:
BMORENEWS.com publisher Doni Glover announced yesterday that the first-ever William C. March Service Award will be bestowed upon a half-dozen individuals for their contribution to the black business community at the 6th Annual Black Business Week Soiree at the Diamond Tavern at 401 W. Pratt Street. March was a funeral industry pioneer in the city of Baltimore.
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Salon Spotlight: A Cut Above … at XSCAPE Hair Studio in Owings Mills:
XSCAPE Hair Studio of Owings Mills is a full-service beauty salon that provides the highest quality of service from some of the best operators in the Greater Baltimore area. For appointments, call 410.504.5572 or visit the salon at 9419 Common Brook Rd. - west of New Town High School and around the corner from Owings Mills Mall. Read in Full >>
Senate Bill 211 Minority Business Enterprise Program – Participation by Race or Gender:
The GBC is preparing testimony in support of Senate Bill 211 Minority Business Enterprise Program – Participation by Race or Gender. The bill allows a woman who is a member of an ethnic or racial minority to become certified under the racial minority and gender category. Read in Full >>
BMORENEWS.com presents 6th Annual Baltimore Black Business Week Soiree:
BMORENEWS.com publisher Doni Morton Glover announced yesterday that his multimedia marketing and PR firm, DMGlobal, will present the 6th Annual Baltimore Black Business Week Soiree on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 from 6 to 8 pm at the Diamond Tavern located at 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.
All are welcome to attend, however, one should RSVP to Phenomenal Events at 1.443.223.8759 as space is limited. Some thirty individuals - including entreprenuers and business owners - will be recognized.
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LEADERS, MEDIA CELEBRITIES, AND CORPORATE LEADERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 10TH ANNUAL MINORITY BUSINESS SUMMIT:
On Thursday, February 19, 2009 and Friday, February 20, 2009, Visionary Marketing Group (VMG) presents The 10th Annual Minority Business Summit during the 23rd Black Engineer of the year Awards Weekend. The Minority Business Summit affords small and minority businesses the opportunity to participate in networking, free workshops, and resource building. All Summit events take place at the New Baltimore Hilton located across from historic Camden Yards. Read in Full >>
TGR: You Can’t Keep A Good Woman Down:
And so, Jewel West, formerly of The Jewel Salon, is now taking clients at her new home, Deborah Wiggs' Xscape Hair Studio at 9419 Common Brook Road off of Lakeside Drive in Owings Mills. Yes, she can still be reached at 410.627.7404 for all appointments. Her email is: thejewelsalon@aol.com.
To see their latest video, visit bmorenews.com's BTV: http://www.bmorenews.com/video/jewel-salon-merges-to-x-scape-hair-studio-in-owing.shtml
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THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY FOUNDATION NAMED A 2008 RECIPIENT OF NATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION AWARD BY W.K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION:
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation has announced The Twenty-First Century Foundation as one of the five 2008 recipients of its prestigious National Leadership in Action Award, recognizing excellent work by nonprofit organizations and philanthropic institutions in communities of color. Read in Full >>
For Sale: '92 Lexus Coupe:
’92 Lexus SC 300 Sport Coupe, As Is - $3,500 or best offer. FMI, please call 410.627.7404. Read in Full >>
Final HARAMBEE Dinner Club of ’08 Set for Tues., Dec. 16th at Milton’s Grill:
Who: Kweisi Mfume, former President and CEO of the NAACP and former Congressman
What: HARAMBEE Dinner Club
When: Tues., Dec. 16, 2008 - 6 to 8 pm
Where: Milton's Grill, 336 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
Why: To break bread and network so as to determine our own destiny. We can do it!
RSVP: $20. Call 1.443.223.8759. $25 at the door. Includes 3-course dinner by Chef at Milton's.
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NEWTON-THOTH, INC. INTERNATIONAL MEETING PLANNERS & SEBAYIT TOURS JOINS THE WORLD RELIGIOUS TRAVEL ASSOCIATION:
Baltimore based Newton-Thoth, Inc. International Meeting Planners/Sebayit Tours Division has joined the World Religious Travel Association (WRTA), the leading organization dedicated to the $18 billion and 300 million traveler faith tourism industry. Read in Full >>
A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY STORY AND A FUN HOLIDAY COOK BOOK:
Nadine Charleston and Gerald Phillips are closer and hotter than ever. These two mixed like oil and water in Hunger, but soon became inseparable. It wouldn't be the holidays, though, if things weren't a little funky. Read in Full >>
CELEBRATE THE CHANGE SWEEPING AMERICA:
The election of Senator Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States is not only historic, but culminates the long history of the African-American Civil Rights struggle. Now, all can learn more about the leaders and events that led up to and enabled Obama to rise to the highest office in the land with the "From Slavery To The White House: A Historical Journey" The Special 2009 Keepsake calendar available from African American Expressions, Inc., www.black-gifts.com. Every family will want to own their own collectible piece of American history. Read in Full >>
Better Business Bureau: Beware of Bankrupt Retailers in this Holiday Season:
As a result of the declining economy, the number of retailers closing their doors has increased substantially, leaving confused shoppers wondering what will happen to goods they haven't received, gift cards and outstanding warranties. Your Better Business Bureau if offering general advice for consumers on what to do if a retailer closes up shop without fulfilling its promises. Read in Full >>
