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Walmart continues its focus on AfricanAmerican Women Owned Companies Restauranteur Leah Abraham Shares her Recipe of Success of Hiring Locally and Giving Back (Black PR Wire) The second Quick Chat video in the three-part series Hidden Talent, sponsored by Walmart, highlights Restaurant Owner Leah Leah Abraham Abraham as she shares how hiring locally in Harlem has helped her business grow from humble roots to an in-demand hotspot. Continued on pg 18

INSIDE: These Gen Z Influencers Are Making Some Serious Money On YouTube See Page 10

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Extraordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things in Columbus, Ohio! Entrepreneurship is the process of designing, launching and running a new business, which is often initially a small business. The people who create these businesses are called entrepreneurs. In this issue, we are celebrating and spotlighting women business owners in Columbus, Ohio and surrounding areas! Kay is responsible for the vision, strategy and fundraising efforts for LeaderSpark as it expands the youth it serves in Central Ohio. A native Buckeye, Kay fell in love with nonprofits when she was only a teenager. Inspired as a Guild Girl at her church she served on a local food pantry along-side her Grandmother, Kay quickly developed a deep passion for charitable work. She has always been inspired by people and organizations doing great work in the community. Kay decided to align her passion to help organizations advance their missions with her skill to strengthen brands through college, leading her to get her BS in Marketing Communications from The Ohio State University, as well as her MBA in Leadership & Community Development from Ohio Dominican University. This resolve stuck with her while living overseas on the continent of Africa, leading her to work on inter-

national platforms in the areas of human rights and social justice. Her career has led to some incredible opportunities to help organizations advance their missions through strategic communications. Over 16 years of nonprofit management experience, Kay will build on the strategic vision provided by Karen Dawson over the past 25 years. Learn about Kay and Leaderspark by visiting www.leaderspark.org.

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SHARON GORDON Urban Trendsetters New Magazine

"I am merely proof that you can do and have the power within you to do whatever it is you want to do if you refuse to listen to those who are doing nothing!" - Sharon S. Gordon Sharon S. Gordon is a publisher, lifestyle entrepreneur, minority/diversity outreach specialist, motivational speaker and master networker. She is the CEO and founder of Urban Trendsetters, LLC (UTS) a full service multimedia company that specializes in minority and diversity outreach. Providing total outreach and access UTS consists of a television station and TV network, newspaper, website and indoor digital billboards. UTS provides advertising and marketing solutions for corContinued on pg 00

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About The HUB Asad Z. Shabazz The HUB CDC President/CEO

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How Women Can Become Better Negotiators To Navigate The Workplace Good negotiating skills are learned over time and, when done well, can provide many benefits. However, new findings from a University of Phoenix survey found that while almost 60 percent of men are comfortable negotiating their salary, only 42 percent of women say the same1. “While women have made great strides to overcome gender inequality in the workplace, not negotiating well can have a significant impact on women’s earnings as they could be leaving additional pay on the table that accumulates over the course of their career,” said McCeil Johnson, senior director and dean of accreditation and regulatory compliance. “In my experience, women already possess many skills that make them natural, effective negotiators, and with practice, can enhance improving their negotiating abilities.” Following are a few tips that women can use to improve their negotiating skills: 1. Know the value of your unique assets: Know your strengths and how your experiences can benefit the organization. Everything you bring to the negotiation table is part of life’s rich tapestry, whether you are fresh out of college, mid-career, male or female—your

Mission The Mission of the HUB Community Development Corporation (the HUB) is to be the premier social enterprise for the advancement of:  Employment  Small business development, and  Education Vision We seek to establish a communitybased economy, impact the quality of life for families, shape public policy, and influence investments in underserved neighborhoods. Employment… The HUB prepares our clients for the workforce and link them with viable job-opportunities. We provide employ-ment training and offer wrap -around services as part of our case management process. Small Business… Our program is designed to empower small businesses for longterm success. The HUB provides an unique set of circumstances provides leverage for your situation. Observe and tailor your approach based on your situation. 2. Research: Research is an important aspect of the negotiation preparation process. For instance, when negotiating for a job or salary, come prepared with industry assessments of how people with similar experience to yours and for that type of position are compensated and what qualifies them to receive that level of compensation. Also research other benefits such as vacation, working from home or other perks that could be used as a bargaining tool. 3. Practice and get feedback: People Continued on page 09

administrative back office and support system, to help grow their operations. We foster connections for business opportunities in the private marketplace, with major corporations, and government agencies. It is our ultimate objective to impact their bottom line, grow a broadbased economic system, and help entrepreneurs become good community partners. The HUB features a small business incubator which offers physical and virtual office space, meeting and training rooms for rent, and shared resources. Education The HUB provides educational & training opportunities on and off site. In collaboration with our training partners, we assist individuals and small businesses with specialized training, and connect them with institutions of higher learning. We seek to prepare our clients for all aspects of the workforce, from employment

to small business development. The HUB believes that people cannot be successful without the right education and training opportunities to do so. Concept The HUB CDC is a Non-profit workforce and economic development enterprise located in a 20,000 square foot facility on the Near East side of Columbus, Ohio. We have established a centralized operations center for the underserved and impoverished, offering a professional yet unorthodox approach to wraparound social services. With a convenient location, our clients and the general public have easy access to programs and services that are designed to help improve an individual’s ability to achieve gainful employment and self-sufficiency. We offer employment services, counseling/mentorship, networking, and education. 

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Contents President’s Corner Pg.2 Employment Pg.3 Education Pg.6 Small Business Pg.10 Health Pg.12 HUB Radio Pg.15

Asad Z. Shabazz HUB CDC President/CEO Publisher

Kay Wilson Editing Manager

Kevin Flemister Beverly Baylor Sharon S. Gordon Renesea Byrdsong

Derek Payne Layout & Design

Media Consultant Sharon S. Gordon

Contributing Writers Kay Wilson Terron Mitchell

The HUB News is a monthly publication which is electronically circulated to over 100,000 individuals throughout central Ohio and the United States weekly. The HUB News also distributes 10,000 additional printed copies months. HUB News reserves the right to deny any or all advertisements that go against our standards. We are at no means connected or affiliated with any advertisements. No part of any publication may be reproduced without written permission from the authors. The opinions and articles not written by HUB News staff do not necessarily represent our views.

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Five Reasons To Pursue A Cybersecurity Career In 2018 (NAPSI)—Cybersecurity, as an industry, is one of the highest-paying, fastest -growing and most in demand in the U.S., yet there are not enough skilled professionals in the pipeline to fill open positions, leading to a sizable skills gap. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) finds that the demand for information security analysts who can prevent data breaches is expected to be very high over the next decade. From 2016−2026, BLS projects employment to grow 28 percent, with 28,400 additional jobs added by 2026. Despite the growing need, a University of Phoenix College of Information Systems and Technology survey found that only 18 percent of the 2,016 U.S. adults surveyed were interested in pursuing a cybersecurity education or profession. Cybersecurity can be a rewarding career, especially for those who want to help organizations or be part of a dynamic industry. Maurice Gibson, assistant dean at University of Phoenix, shares five reasons to pursue a cybersecurity career in 2018. 1. Cybersecurity Careers Are Here to Stay With the rise of technology comes increases in cybercrime, according to data from Cybersecurity Ventures. Gibson believes technology has converged with nearly all industries, meaning more companies will need trained professionals to combat hackers in the future. In fact, LinkedIn listed network information security as the sixth most in-demand skill for today’s digitally advanced working world3. Cybersecurity spending is expected to exceed $1 trillion between 2017 and 2021, finds

Cybersecurity Ventures, driving the need for more qualified professionals. 2. Job Opportunities Across Nearly All Industries As technology converges with business, Gibson says nearly all companies will soon become tech companies, providing cybersecurity professionals with myriad job opportunities across numer-

ous industries. Cybersecurity jobs are no longer shoehorned into only the government, finance or technology industries. From retail and health care to media and start-ups, cybersecurity professionals may have the option to choose an industry they most want to work in. 3. Competition for Jobs Remains Low With more open jobs than people to fill them, competition continues to remain low in the cybersecurity workforce. The BLS projects employment of information security analysts to grow 28 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Gibson says individuals seeking a growing career with plenty of job opportunities should look no further than cybersecurity. 4. Near Top in Compensation For many Americans, a good salary is Continued on page 14

The next great way to look to the Future Letter from the Employment Coordinator Friendships; some of the ones we form at the Hub. Embark on a thought, look at your past and present, leave no extreme Expectations of Beverly Baylor what your life Employment Coordinator can be like. Invest in your Future. Examine and learn about Apprenticeship programs, interviewing skills, Kia's stations, evaluate what will meet your needs at the HUB. Responsiveness diversity and Leadership; We strive to create an environment where the coordinator always implement excellent dedication diversity and Leadership Employment Program is committed and advocacy opportunities for minorities and returning citizens to create careers for people from diverse backgrounds in the community. We have a strong presence in the community. We regularly participate in activities and events that promotes to prevent the cause of unemployment and aim to bridge the gap between difficulties for return citizens. gainful employment. Employable Employment. We give 1on 1 personal attention to see how job assessment transfer into results “YOUR HIRED”! come visit the Hub & find out about our services, employment referral for permanent employment, job assessments, drug testing, resume writing and positive Motivational speaking seminars, GED and education programs. Meet employment coordinator, Beverly Baylor. bbaylor2500@gmail.com

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Women in Business Spotlight:

Mayor Annette M. Blackwell Maple Heights, Ohio

ayor Blackwell is a very successful business professional who has worked at KeyBank in Installment Lending and University Hospitals of Cleveland as an Administrative Coordinator to the President & Chief Medical Officer of University Hospitals Physician Services.

Safety and acts as the chief conservator of the peace of the City. Mayor Blackwell serves on the Executive Boards of the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, Cuyahoga County Mayors & City Managers Association and the First Suburbs Consortium, which is a group of Cleveland inner-ring suburban communities that collaborate to foster regional collaboration and cooperation. Mayor Blackwell has also been appointed to the Board of The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA), Policy Committee, and is an active member of the Ohio Municipal League and National League of Cities.

She ended her 16 years as a Senior Commercial Property Tax Analyst and Co -Leader of the Black Employee Network at Deloitte and Ryan Global Tax Services where she was also a U.S. India Liaison, when she won the election.

During her time in office, she has received numerous awards. Most notably 2016, the Maple Heights City Schools Pathfinder Award, and the National Action Network of Greater Cleveland Humanitarian and the Warrior of Justice and Leadership Award.

On January 6, 2016, Mayor Blackwell was sworn in as the City of Maple Heights’ 16th Mayor and the first female and first African-American in the City’s 100-year history. She is also the City’s Director of

Extraordinary Women Continued from Page 01 porations and small businesses. Her passion is empowering small business owners and entrepreneurs. How Media Found Me Sharon began her entrepreneurial journey in Direct Sales as a Mary Kay Consultant. While attending Cosmetology school she worked her Mary Kay business building a good customer base and recruiting women into entrepreneurship. She enjoyed a 15-year career in the beauty industry as a licensed hair designer and make-up artist prior to landing her dream “Job” as the Promotions Director for Nordstrom in Columbus where her department became 3rd in the Nordstrom organization. In 2002 while building her free-lance business she was looking for a way to effectively advertise her brand as “The Makeover Madam” Sharon launched a beauty column in a local newspaper,

here she discovered her love for media. After less than one year as the Beauty Editor for the publication she discovered that her community needed a newspaper that covered the positive aspects of the urban community and launch Urban Trendsetters News Magazine. Since that time UTS has served as the diversity media and outreach coordinator for campaigns for construction projects throughout Columbus that include: Columbus Hollywood Casino and the Greater Columbus Convention CenterHilton. UTS also is the media sponsor of many local events as well as national events including the Black Enterprise Conference, The Power Networking Conference in Dallas, Google Ohio Online outreach partnership, to name a few. J. Averi Frost is Executive Director of the Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce (COAACC), Founder of Microcosm Community Improvement Corporation, and Walk Manager for NAMIWalks Franklin County, the major annual fundraiser for NAMI Franklin County. Frost acted as Director

of the Columbus Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) from 2012 until 2017, and began working at the Central Ohio Minority Business Association in 2010. Through her work with the MBAC, Frost developed and facilitated business development workshops, and counseled clients to help advance their business in areas such as general business administration, marketing, government procurement, and applying for minority certification. Having facilitated over 160 workshops and having counseled 200+ business owners, Frost prides herself in helping to build

Mayor Blackwell and her husband are local business owners in the City of Maple Heights, owning an event and multipurpose center. Mayor Blackwell is a wife, mother and grandmother. She serves alongside her husband, Alonzo Blackwell, a Deacon, as a Deaconess at her church as well as on the Women of Royalty Outreach Ministries Board of Directors. She completed her business education at Indiana Wesleyan University and currently attends Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio where she is studying Public Relations. In November 2017, Mayor Blackwell satisfactorily completed the Cleveland Leadership Center’s Civic Leadership Institute. 

J.AVERI FROST Central Ohio African-American Chamber of Commerce

community through strengthening the minority business community in whatever way she can. ♥

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Know! To Stop, Drop and Breathe

ven as adults, anger can be a difficult emotion to control, especially when it involves a child who continues to defy his or her parents. No one can push our buttons like our own children. However, the importance of exhibiting self-control in order to discipline a child appropriately, is monumental. An angry parent is scary enough. An angry parent who is in the habit of yelling and screaming, swearing and/or calling their child names, is likely to cause even more harm, since a child’s very sense of ‘self’ depends so greatly on mom and dad. As for hitting, slapping or other physical force toward a child; it is likely to not only cause fear and hurt in the present, but can leave lasting, negative impressions that follow the child into adulthood, including relationship problems, as well as increased risk for substance abuse, among other issues.

watching us. So think about the qualities and characteristics you want to create and nurture within your child, and the type of person you want your child to become. Dr. Laura Markham, clinical psychologist and author of Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids, offers these tips as effective, positive ways to discipline your child, that encourage better behavior, while keeping your emotions in-check:

We love our children more than anything, but we all get frustrated and angry with them at times – that’s human nature. We are the adult in the relationship, however, so we must behave like one to express that frustration and anger properly. We must also keep in mind that we are our children’s role models.

Calm down BEFORE you take action: Anger causes us to lose our ability to think clearly. So if your heart is beginning to race and your body is starting to tense, it is time to STOP, DROP (your agenda, just for a minute), and BREATHE. This is like hitting the pause button on the situation.

They, of course, get angry, too. And how they handle their anger will depend a great deal on what they’ve learned by

Take five or 10: You may need to step away for a moment to gain your composure and harness your self-control. Exit-

Set limits and expectations BEFORE you get angry: Make sure the rules are clear and clearly known.

ing does not let your child win. Instead it lets them know how serious the situation is, plus it models selfcontrol. Just say, as calmly as you can, “I am too mad right now to talk about this. I am going to take a moment and calm down.” WAIT before disciplining: Make it a point to NEVER to act while angry. Nothing says you have to hand out a punishment on the fly. In fact, when we do, it is more likely to be irrational. Give yourself time to think; you can say something like, “I want to think about what just happened, and we will talk about it later. In the meantime, I need to make dinner and you need to finish your homework, please.” The suspense will be much more powerful than a list of empty threats that are not enforced because they were said in the heat of the moment. AVOID PHYSICAL FORCE, NO MATTER WHAT: This is an instance where hands-off parenting is a must. According to Dr. Markham, getting physical may make YOU feel better

temporarily because it discharges your rage, but it is bad for your child, and ultimately sabotages everything positive you do as a parent. Monitor your tone and word choice: Nothing positive comes from swearing and/or speaking disrespectfully to children. It will only cause upset and further escalate the situation. Speaking in a calm tone, using appropriate language, helps us to remain calm and helps our children to respond more calmly. Consider that you’re part of the problem: Angry parents are more likely to produce angry kids. Be open to emotional growth, take responsibility to manage your own emotions first, and seek assistance if needed. Your positive example will bring your child closer to you, make them want to please you more and it will set the foundation for them in knowing how to appropriately deal with negative emotions. For the full article, How to Handle Your Anger at Your Child, and more detailed tips on peaceful parenting by Dr. Markham, visit http:// www.ahaparenting.com/parenting-tools/ positive-discipline/handling-anger Learn how to get the drug prevention conversation started at StartTalking.Ohio.Gov. 

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Administrative support staff Pictured (L to R): Sheila Ruash Gaines and Stacy Chever

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MORE PHENOMENAL BUSINESS OWNERS

U.P.F.A.D. Unlimited Posibilities For All Disabilities

icole Carter also known as LadyXtreme is well known in the community as a promoter and founder of the Xtreme Gospel Comedy Show. As the mother of a son with Autism, she understands the challenges families face when a member of the family has special needs. Her passion for the disabled to be seen in society has fueled her vision for UPFAD.

While she through her children may share the bond of having a disability, she shares and even greater bond, the belief and the gifts that have been placed within them that need to be shared with the world. To learn more about UPFAD, visit them online at https://www.facebook.com/ UnlimitedPossibilitiesForAllDisabilities/ •

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HBCUs Make America Strong

Historically Black Colleges Make Multi-Billion-Dollar Economic Impact, New UNCF Study Finds (Black PR Wire) America’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) inject billions of dollars in economic impact into the national economy, according to HBCUs Make America Strong: The Positive Economic Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, a landmark study released today by UNCF (United Negro College Fund). The impact described in the report includes almost $15 billion annually in economic impact. This study clearly enumerates the significant economic contributions of 100 HBCUs by focusing on the institutions’ far-reaching economic effects that can be felt in communities and nationwide, as well as the increased earning power of their students. Offering data by institution, as well as a national analysis, the UNCF study – underwritten by Citi Foundation and prepared by the University of Georgia’s Selig Center for Economic Growth – also reports that HBCUs significantly increase local and national job creation and economic development. For example:

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Total economic impact of HBCU spending in the United States is $14.8 billion annually; the equivalent to a ranking in the top 200 corporations on the Fortune 500 list.  Every dollar spent by an HBCU and its students generates $1.44 in initial and subsequent spending for the institution’s local and regional economies; particularly significant as many HBCUs are in southern communities where overall economic growth has lagged.  The strength and vitality of HBCUs prepares a critical sector of the workforce, people of color from low- and moderate-income families, to fill the economy’s demand for college-educated workers.  HBCUs generate roughly 134,000 jobs for their local and regional economies, including on-campus and off-site jobs, equating to approximately 13 jobs created for each $1 million initially spent by HBCUs.

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HBCU graduates, over 50,000 in 2014, can expect work-life earnings of $130 billion—an additional $927,000 per graduate—56 percent more than they could expect to earn without their HBCU degrees or certificates. “This study is conclusive evidence that HBCUs not only provide a college education for 300,000 students every year, but they are a powerful economic engine: locally, through the jobs they create and the expenditures they make in the cities where they are located, and nationally, through the students they educate and prepare for an information-age workforce,” said UNCF president and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax. “The study demonstrates conclusively that HBCUs are not only relevant to the country’s economic health and vigor, they are necessary.” “The education that HBCUs provide to their students, many of them from lowincome families and the first in their families to attend college, helps the national economy fill critical jobs with college-educated workers who otherwise would not acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to compete in the evolving workforce,” said UNCF’s Vice President of Research and Member Engagement Dr. Brian Bridges. The first of its kind, HBCUs Make America Strong sets forth those benefits in detailed dollars-and-cents terms. It shows that money spent in, around, and by the nation’s HBCUs and their students drives economic growth on- and offcampus—and the effect of that spending is multiplied over time. Each dollar spent creates far more than a dollar’s worth of productive activity as it moves through the economy. “The future economic competitiveness of our nation hinges on the positive economic outcomes of our young people,” said Brandee McHale, President, Citi Foundation. “HBCUs are developing our next generation of business and civic leaders. These impactful institutions have long contributed to the fabric of our nation and continue to fuel economic progress, which has a profound ripple effect on the strength of our families, communi-

ties, and businesses.” HBCUs have long been bastions of academic achievement—it is clear to see that the value of HBCUs is not solely confined to economic impacts. HBCUs are 3 percent of America’s public and private nonprofit colleges that receive federal student aid, but enroll 10 percent of African American undergraduates, award 17 percent of African American bachelor’s degrees and award 24 percent of African American STEM bachelor's degrees. When the economic impact of these same schools is examined, it becomes clear that HBCUs are not only a sound economic decision for students, but that investing in HBCUs is beneficial for the communities they serve, potential employers of HBCU graduates, and the nation at large. HBCUs Make America Strong: The Positive Economic Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universitiesdemonstrates conclusively: HBCUs matter—not only to students, but also to employers, economic development and the economy. Please visit UNCF.org/ HBCUsMakeAmericaStrong to access the full report. About the Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute UNCF’s Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute (FDPRI) is the nation's foremost research organization focusing on the educational status of African Americans from pre-school to and through college. Committed to understanding and expanding the pathways

that lead to educational attainment, FDPRI conducts and disseminates research that informs policymakers, educators, philanthropists and the general public on how to best improve educational opportunities for and outcomes of African Americans and other underrepresented minorities across the pre-school-throughcollege-graduation pipeline. About UNCF UNCF (the United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. To serve youth, the community and the nation, UNCF supports students’ education and development through scholarships and other programs, supports and strengthens its 37 member colleges and universities, and advocates for the importance of minority education and college readiness. UNCF institutions and other historically black colleges and universities are highly effective, awarding 17 percent of African American baccalaureate degrees. UNCF administers more than 400 programs, including scholarship, internship and fellowship, mentoring, summer enrichment, and curriculum and faculty development programs. Today, UNCF supports more than 60,000 students at over 1,100 colleges and universities across the country. Its logo features the UNCF torch of leadership in education and its widely recognized motto, ‟A mind is a terrible thing to waste.”® Learn more at UNCF.org or for continuous updates and news, follow UNCF on Twitter at @UNCF. 

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SHERRI HAMILTON ENTREPRENEUR, WEB DEVELOPER, GRAPHIC DESIGNER, CONSULTANT

herri is the Senior Developer and Designer for Black Central Creative, the Creative Apps Lab, and co-founder of BLACK CENTRAL™. Enhancing her passion for creativity is 30 years of IT experience, the last 15 of which were in the Engineering Department of WBNS 10TV as a network administrator. She returned to school for Web Development and Interactive Multimedia Technology to make the official transition to her career in Marketing. Knowledge of all sides of the web, from servers and networking to code and user devices, coupled with broadcast experience, allows her to rise above the capabilities of most web developers. Early in her IT career, Sherri was a mainframe programmer/analyst in The United States Air Force. When personal computers emerged for office and home use, her work shifted towards building and maintaining PC’s. Also at this time, she started to build and maintain computer networks. After almost 6 years of military service, she returned to Ohio and worked for CompuServe Network Services. Her training there

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underestimate how much preparation is required in negotiating. Develop and review your talking points and practice them with a friend or colleague who can provide honest feedback. 4. Be flexible: Customize the situation based on the people with whom you will be speaking. By learning as much as you can about them and their role within the company, you can assess how they will react to you and how they want you to react to them. 5. Listen: Listening is a critical skill in negotiating. Make sure you hear the offers given to you; the last thing you want to do is talk yourself out of a deal.

strengthened and reinforced her knowledge of networks, network security and the Internet as it evolved in the mid-90’s. Her graphic design work began as a hobby that evolved into freelance work in the early 90’s. A few years later, she began to learn HTML and design websites. If it’s true that “we are the sum of our experiences,” Sherri’s experiences have given her a strong foundation in marketing and using the power of the web to go beyond just text and images on the screen. She has come full circle in technology, returning to her love for programming. Black Central Creative is a full service marketing firm, offering a wide range of services that also include branding, graphic design, full color printing, web hosting and more! The Creative Apps Lab division develops custom web and mobile apps, empowering organizations by automating and streamlining efficiency in her clients’ daily processes. 

6. Be assertive, not aggressive: Tone and presentation are also major factors in negotiating; it is not what you say, but how you say it. Stay calm and present your position thoughtfully. To achieve success in negotiating, consider the following: 1. Don’t go in blind: Know the desired outcome and find common ground. According to Bruce Patton, co-author of “Getting to Yes,” 2 when you create a problem-solving atmosphere in which all parties feel safe to brainstorm options, you secure a win-win outcome in negotiations. Envision the “least restrictive alternative,” which is the minimum you are willing to accept during the negotiation. 2. Don’t get emotional. Showing passion without being overly emotional is a good approach. Practice keeping a steady cadence and tone, and control any tremor in your voice.

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3. Don’t get personal. Your manager will give a raise because of your work accomplishments and not because of your personal situations. That means your rent, upcoming mortgage, number of children and the like should not be part of the conversation. Your work and career experience and accomplishments must be the focus. 4. Don’t fidget. Maintain eye contact and sit still. Awkward or sudden movements can make you seem nervous and less confident. 1. This poll was conducted from July 7−9, 2017, among a national sample of 2,191 adults. E- interviews were conducted online and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of adults based on age, race/ ethnicity, gender, educational attainment and region. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus two percentage points. 2. Fisher, Roger, Ury, William & Patton, Bruce (1991). Getting to Yes: Negotiating agreement without giving in. Penguin: New York. Chapter 2. ♥

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These Gen Z Influencers Are Making Some Serious Money On YouTube

f you are scrolling through YouTube as a woman of color, then you are bound to come across a GRWM (“get ready with me”) video by friends turned content creators “Kay & Kosh”. The YouTube channel, originally created by Calah and Asha, first began as an expressive outlet for two introverted teenagers from Georgia that slowly amassed a YouTube following of 200,000+ subscribers and several brand sponsorships just by being themselves. Based outside of the city of Atlanta, Calah and Asha teamed up routinely to shoot videos on real topics together before recently branching out to start new channels (peep their progress on Female Consumer Goods and AshaKosh). In this interview with BAUCE, Calah and Asha share what it has been like for them to be young digital influencers and how you can make it big on YouTube too.

What inspired you ladies to get into YouTube and vlogging? Whose idea was it and when did you shoot your first video? Calah + Asha: We actually got the idea together spontaneously. It was almost heaven sent to the both of us like it was just meant to be. We were walking after school one day [after going to] the nail salon and we decided “Hey! Let’s do this!” and we immediately went home afterward and set everything up. We both were really interested in natural hair (we would do each other’s hair after school), we ran track together, and we had a few classes together at the time. We shot our first video a couple weeks after that. We had no equipment at the time so we would tape our phones to the window and sit in front of it until we could afford to buy more things!

What was your family’s initial reaction to YouTube? Did they want you to do it or not want you to do it? Calah: At first my family didn’t really understand me doing the whole YouTube thing. It took a minute for them to

fully grasp me on camera being a career but they were supportive after the fact. When I first started I was much younger so my parents really just tried to make sure I was being safe and careful with the things I shared on social media with a growing following. Asha: My family was cool about it. They didn’t know it would get this big though. They didn’t not want me to do it; I guess they were just happy to see me be passionate about something.

How did you two meet? What is it like being business partners with a close friend? Calah + Asha: We met on the first day of high school in our first period class. Ironic right? Being business partners and close friends is super cool. Sometimes it definitely takes some getting used to because there are many different

aspects that are immediately brought into the picture. So making sure we stay balanced is really important.

How would you describe each other’s personalities? Calah: Asha is very bubbly and very straightforward. The straightforward part can be super funny at times because some of the bold things she would say in situations I probably wouldn’t so it’s

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super interesting to watch. I think we balance each other out with that part. Asha: Calah is very much a breath of fresh air. She’s always so positive. She has great energy to be around. Calah’s super funny and always does the weirdest things. She very much a character on her own.

When did you realize that YouTube was actually becoming a business for you all? How many months did it take you to get “big”? Calah + Asha: We realized YouTube was becoming a business not only after we started seeing the money coming in, but when we saw the number of emails we were getting from companies interested in working with us and sponsoring us. We also started receiving tax forms that we never got before so we completely had to learn the entire business aspect of it all. It actually took us a while to get big — it definitely didn’t happen overnight although it does feel like that sometimes. We started our channel about three to four years ago. We never had one specific video that took off and shot our following straight up. It was a slow process, but extremely worth it because we got the opportunity to learn so many different things.

In one of your videos, you ladies shared that you decided not to go to college and wanted to focus on YouTube full time. Is that still true? Why did you make that decision? Calah + Asha: We chose not to go to college for a couple of reasons. We both weren’t 100% certain or set on what we exactly wanted to go to school for and we needed more self-discovery before paying that amount of money. Also, not being in school full-time not only has given us a ton of time to focus on our Youtube, but it has also given us time to figure out other business ventures that we want to branch out and explore. We have found different things that we like now that we didn’t necessarily realize beforehand. Being an entrepreneur takes a lot of time and is definitely a personal

investment so this has given us the time to build a foundation. Now that our foundation is somewhat built, we definitely have been talking about going to school. What is it like as young influencers? Did you ever get bullied by classmates or feel hated on for your early success?

What is it like as young influencers? Did you ever get bullied by classmates or feel hated on for your early success? Calah + Asha: Being young influencers was very odd at first. We definitely received some hate from classmates but we didn’t let that stop us. At first, getting the hate would be somewhat discouraging but we always had each other’s backs and made sure it didn’t affect one another so deeply. People will always have something to say when you’re doing something! I think the main thing that was totally different was making the amount of money we were making at such a young age. It definitely did put us ahead in financial aspects and felt really good being able to take care of things on our own at such a young age.

Which YouTubers do you look up to? Why? Calah: The Youtubers I look up to are Alyssa Forever, Jamie + Nikki, and Shannon Boodram. They inspire me to put my 100% effort into the videos that I do. The quality of their content is so consistent and always something new to look forward to. They also portray a realistic lifestyle which makes it super relatable when watching. Asha: I look up to Jackie Aina and ItsMyRayeRaye. They both are the definition of #blackgirlmagic; they also are very uplifting and funny. They both have launched successful makeup lines and that’s something I aspire to do.

Where would you like to see yourselves in five years? We’re going to have to hit you up in a few to see if these statements come true! Calah: In five years I see myself with a house or maybe married and digging deeper into business. I see myself finding and discovering more pieces of myself. I would love to have a safe space for girls where I could have a “Girls Club” with a monthly membership. I see myself also doing something with inte-

rior design or architecture. Asha: In five years I would like to see myself running a successful studio for Youtubers or photographers where they can have the tools to be great. I know when we were starting our YouTube channel, we didn’t have the money or camera equipment that we wanted. So I would be giving other people the chance to have great quality right away. I would also [host] classes and workshops there as well.

What is your advice for other young women who look up to you and want to do what you’re doing? Calah: For young women that look up to us, I would say to find your niche and stick with it. It is extremely hard to find exactly where you want to be or where you want to go sometimes but it is even harder to get anywhere without a plan or blueprint. Try out different things, get your feet in the water. Not everything will work, somethings will, some won’t. Figure out your “why” and make sure you know why you’re doing a specific thing. Stay consistent with what you do, don’t ever let anyone talk you out of doing it and work on turning your vision into reality 100%.

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Central State University Receives Nearly $600,000 to Create an Ag-STEM Institute (Black PR Wire) Central State University will create an Ag-STEM Institute to prepare youth and college students for careers in agriculture. Today, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown announced an award of $599,997 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to fund the program. The funds are from the Department of Agriculture’s 1890 Capacity Building Grants Program. “The agricultural research and educa-

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE RECOGNIZES WEIGHTS AND MEASURES WEEK ZANESVILLE, OH (March 2, 2018) – Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Director David T. Daniels celebrated Ohio Weights and Measures Week by certifying a new propane delivery truck and checking scales at two Muskingum County businesses today. Weights and measures officials work to both protect consumers and provide fair competition among businesses. ODA’s Division of Weights and Measures works daily with county and city officials to ensure the accuracy of devices such as retail store scanners, gas pumps and livestock scales. Ohio Governor John R. Kasich declared March 1

tion fostered at 1890 land-grant institutions supports farming and production nationwide,” Brown said. “These federal resources will help Central State University continue its long tradition of providing Ohio students with a quality education that allows graduates to obtain jobs in one of Ohio’s leading industries.” As an 1890 Land-Grant University, Central State University is expanding its highly regarded STEM curriculum to

include teaching, research and extension initiatives in the area of sustainable agriculture.

-7 as Ohio Weights and Measures Week to commemorate President John Adams signing the first United States weights and measures law on March 2, 1799. Today, Director Daniels watched as ODA inspectors certified a propane delivery truck for Amerigas Propane Company. Working with the Muskingum County Auditor’s Inspector, the scales used at Zanesville’s iconic Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl were also checked and sealed. “I hope Ohioans understand the important work our inspectors and local workers do each and every day to ensure consumers get what they pay for,” said Daniels. “It’s also our goal to work closely with businesses to ensure their equipment is in good working order and able to provide services and products that people need or enjoy like propane from Amerigas or a treat from Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl.”

ODA is home to Ohio’s Metrology Laboratory, which houses the state’s standards of mass, length and volume. In 2008, the lab received accreditation to the International Standard of Organization 17025. This assures necessary traceability for Ohio manufacturers and businesses using these services. The department also hosts one of only four National Type Evaluation Program laboratories in the nation, which tests and evaluates new scale designs and technology. For more information about the department’s Division of Weights and Measures, visit www.agri.ohio.gov. ♥

The goals of the Ag-STEM Institute are to: Increase the recruitment and retention of African Americans and minorities into Agriculture-related STEM majors at Central State

Develop a pipeline of minority graduate workforce with the appropriate technical and professional skills to fulfill the employment requirement for USDA, National Institute of Food and Agriculture and related Agriculture businesses in the nation. Enhance Ag-STEM career awareness and interests for Youth in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. 

FYI: The Division of Weights and Measures protects all Ohio businesses and consumers. The division works with county and city weights and measures programs to test devices ranging from fuel meters and retail store scanners to vehicle and livestock scales for consistent measuring standards. Ohio administers one of only four National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP) laboratories in the nation, which tests and evaluates new scale designs and technology.

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Is A Self-Paced, Competency-Based Education Right For You? Here Are The Six Questions You Should Ask Yourself. by Laurie Dodge

curriculum, the technology and philosophy. A dedicated staff supports CBE learners, and the qualified faculty is accessible and engaged to improve the student’s academic journey. Brandman MyPath is one of the only directassessment CBE programs reviewed by, and deemed compliant by, the U.S. Department of Education for its consistent and substantive faculty interaction. 4. Are the required competencies clear and measurable?

boards and partners in the fields of industry. Future employers need to join faculty in co(NAPS)—It seems we can’t view the news creating the curriculum to ensure work-ready today without seeing another story about techskills and knowledge. Students will know their nological advancements in the workplace, inCBE curriculum is on point because they’re cluding Artificial Intelligence. Whether you able to immediately put into practice the believe that millions of jobs will be displaced knowledge and skills they’re learning in their or millions of new jobs will be created, the fact coursework. is the skills required to compete in a rapidly Here’s why Brandman MyPath may be your evolving employment market are changing like best option: never before. • You’re self-motivated. Think about a time If you need a change in your profesyou completed a project from sional environment, wish to make more start to finish. Were you able money, advance in your career or organito pace yourself to complete zation, or even switch careers altogether, it? If you can set your own a degree is likely required for this prodeadlines to tackle the work, gression. In fact, by 2020, two out of with a level of independence every three jobs will require a college that includes support if and degree. when you choose, competency When you’ve established that you need -based education is ideal. a change and decided a degree is required • You have a wealth for career advancement, Competencyof knowledge and want a Based Education may be for you. degree. Brandman MyPath In 2012 there were 20 documented enables you to show your competency-based education programs. level of competency with a To date, there are 500 competency-based subject matter or skill set, so education programs across the nation to you can spend time learning choose from. So where do you start on the information you don’t You may be closer to getting a college degree than you realize. your journey to find the program that is know…yet. best for you? • You have a wealth Start by asking yourself the following six The pathway to achieve your degree should of knowledge to move you faster through questions as you evaluate the educational be clear. You should know from the very bethe program. Brandman MyPath uses adapmethod and programs: ginning of your program what content and tive learning that customizes your learning which topics will be covered, as well as how materials so you spend time on the areas that 1. What mode of education fits your your learning will be assessed—be that a proyou need to learn. You’re still responsible for needs and your life? Do you prefer being in a classroom with ject or paper, an activity or an exam. The all the materials in the assessments, but the fellow students? Are you comfortable with learning journey should be clearly stated as more you know, the faster you go. technology and can you keep up with the pace well as how you will be assessed. • Pace drives price. With a flat annual tuionline? Or, are you driven and focused, and tion of $6,400 billed every six months, the 5. How is your level of competency ashave you acquired knowledge through your more you know and the more competencies you sessed? work and life experiences that makes a selfThe process should be clear, and assessed master, the greater value you’re getting for your paced, competency-based education program through authentic work-related projects submoney. You’re not tethered to a seat in a classthe better fit? Determine which kind of teachmitted by students and graded by qualified room or to the pace of the instructor. Because ing and learning style works best for you. faculty. As competencies are achieved, stuBrandman MyPath is the only truly self-paced dents receive industry-recognized certifications CBE program, you earn your degree as fast as 2. What is a competency-based and badges. That way, employers know the you want to. Tuition reimbursement may be education? Competency-based education, also known student has achieved this milestone. With a available through your employer, and MyPath as CBE, is a system of learning and assessment recent Deloitte study predicting that by 2020, is VA Veteran Education Benefit approved. that is based on students demonstrating the the skills we use at work will have a five-year • All costs included. All of your learning knowledge they already have and the knowlshelf life, continued education and staying materials are embedded in Brandman MyPath. edge and skills they need to know. Not all nimble in the workforce have never been more That means no extra books, no extra fees and competency-based programs are self-paced. crucial. no extra costs. Brandman MyPath is, and allows each student With a competency-based education pro6. How has the university engaged with to set an appropriate pace for completing comgram like Brandman MyPath, it’s possible to external partners to develop the CBE propetencies. earn a four-year degree in just three years. For gram? To ensure the CBE program has real- world working adults who know what they need to 3. How committed is the university to its relevancy and the skills learned are transferable know, a high-quality, affordable and flexible self-paced, competency-based education to key industries and occupations, the univerprogram like Brandman MyPath can be their program? A solid CBE program has invested in the sity should assemble and maintain advisory education solution. ·

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Walmart From Pg 01 Through her dedication to her community and the desire to contribute to Harlem’s transformation into the bustling city it is today, Leah shares the methodology behind operating a successful restaurant, bakery and catering business, Settepani; which she regards as a true extension of her family. By hiring locally and empowering her staff to be leaders, Leah has raised the bar on how African-American women are shaping the future in business while giving back to their communities. Join us in our Business Sanctuary as Leah takes us through the journey of building a successful brand in the heart of Harlem, what that means to the community and how it’s helped her bottom line. 

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Black Women in Media Conference (Black PR Wire) NEW YORK, NY – Black Women In Media (BWIM), the renowned platform created for and by women of color in media and entertainment, has announced BETHer as a media sponsor for the 3rd Annual BWIM Awards & Conference. The empowering two-day event will take place on Wednesday, March 28th and Thursday, March 29th in New York City. Other sponsors include Microsoft one of the leading brands in digital and tech and Miss Jessie's catering to Black women since 2004. BETHER (formerly CENTRIC), is the premier network for AfricanAmerican and specifically AfricanAmerican woman audiences. Since inception, the network brand has successfully served its target audience with solid programming – becoming one of the leading destinations for the latest AfricanAmerican entertainment and news for women of color. News of the partnership with BWIM brings great excitement to both parties involved. This partnership also presents a great opportunity to support an organization also seeking to empower and uplift people of color. In two weeks, the 2018 BWIM Awards & Conference will kick off with a day-long conference following the highly anticipated awards ceremony the next day that celebrates and honors notable Black women making great professional strides within the media industry. Additional honorees have been announced for the awards. Newly added honorees include Amber Payne, Executive Producer at Teen Vogue & THEM; Lori Stokes, Co-Host of Fox 5's Good Day New York; Lauren Wesley Wilson, Founder of ColorComm; Flo Anthony, AwardWinning Journalist & Author; Dulcé Sloan, Comedian & Correspondent on The Daily Show with Trevor

Noah; Crystal McCrary, Author, Filmmaker & Producer, and Codie Elaine Oliver, Co-Creator & Director of OWN Network’s Black Love docuseries. BET’s Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Jeanine Liburd and BET’s SVP & BETHER’s Head of Sales Michele Thornton Ghee also will be honored on Thursday, March 29th. Guests will experience two encouraging, inspiring and uplifting days filled with Black Girl Magic at the 2018 BWIM Awards & Ceremony. CEO & Founder Judith Jacques and team are beyond excited to bring the event back to New York City for a third year in a row! A limited amount of tickets are still available to purchase by visiting BWIMAwards.com. Use code: BWIMFriend for 20% off.

ABOUT BLACK WOMEN IN MEDIA Black Women In Media, a subsidiary organization of BLACK STREET, was created to provide a platform for women in media and entertainment. Black women are dominating fields in Communications, Journalism, Entertainment, Television, Radio, and yet there continues to be a lack of representation. BWIM provides a platform to recognize those who have paved the way, empower those who are dominating their fields, and inspire future media mavens. BWIM aims to encourage women to break past barriers and prejudices and continue spreading their Black Girl Magic! To better serve the community, BWIM is launching a mentorship opportunity, launch a series of digital talk shows, and their annual awards ceremony and conference.

ABOUT BLACK STREET BLACK STREET caters to showcasing greatness within the Black community. We are an outlet which focuses on many facets to highlight our community’s greatness. Be it features on our websites, a Black Tie Awards Ceremony, workshops, and expos, BLACK STREET aims to empower the Black community! Notable individuals in which we have honored in the past are: Actor, Philanthropist, & Author Isaiah Washington, Essence Magazine’s Editor-at-Large Mikki Taylor, Black Girls Rock Founder Beverly Bond, CBS TV Personality and WEEN Co-Founder Sabrina Thompson, New York State Senator Kevin Parker, and TV Legal Analyst Midwin Charles. Many of those whom we’ve honored and awarded, have worked for and/or with notable brands such as the Obama Administration,

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TAMMI GRIFFIN

DMT Consulting Group Offering business management solutions to help any company!

MT Consulting, headed by Tammi Griffin, is a business consulting agency that provides affordable marketing solutions for businesses. DMT Consulting services include Business Consulting , Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design including websites, logos & business card design, SEO Services and Event Promotions & Mobile App Development. DMT Consulting believes in making your brand stand out for years to come. At DMT Consulting Your Business Is My Business. DMT Consulting is a business consulting agency that provides affordable marketing solutions for businesses.

Business Consulting DMT Consulting provides personalized programs to help you get your business started whether you’re a new business owner or established. DMT Consulting offers solutions to help you reach your business goals. Whether it’s marketing, increase your online presence, managing your Social Media pages or promoting your daily/weekly events.

Search Engine Optimization If your business can’t be found, what’s the point? Google takes into consideration hundreds of factors when deciding how high to rank a website against it’s competitors. In the past 12 month’s Google search algorithm was updated more than 1,000 times. DMT Consulting keeps stays on top of the lastest SEO

your event online through Social Media while you concentrate on preparing for your event.

Mobile App Development DMT Consulting designs professional mobile apps for your business. This app would be downloadable in the Google & Apple Play store. Your customers would

TAMMI GRIFFIN Business Management Specialist guidelines and will maintain your site ranking on an ongoing basis to improve and maintain site rankings.

Social Media Marketing DMT Consulting will utilize social networks to market your business. DMT Consulting focus is to create relevant & meaningful content that your audience will share on their social network to increase brand exposure & widen your customer reach.

Social Media Management We offer full-service social media management services. Transform your social media presence with high-quality content, daily activity, and increasing followers.

Event Promotion DMT Consulting offers event promotion packages. Let us focus on advertisting

"Tammi with DMT Consulting ranked a video on the first page of Google because of this service, I've had clients from out of town find my barber salon. My business is now listed on Google & Yelp which hasn't been done before. I would recommend Tammi for your marketing services." Lamar Hammock Owner Raw & Uncut Salon

have access to your business anytime from their phones. To contact Tammi Griffin or to learn more about DMT Consulting Group, visit them online at www.dmtconsultingoh.com. ■

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Columbus’ Dawn Dickson Patented Pay With Face Vending Machines and Kiosks Dawn Dickson, a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, is the mastermind behind the vending machines and kiosks that allow customers to pay with their face. She initially started out as a hardware manufacturer to build vending machines for her shoe brand, but other entrepreneurs started asking her to franchise and sell the machines directly to them.

Recently, she and her team completed the Canopy Boulder program, a seedstage business accelerator focused on ancillary products and services in the legal cannabis industry. They also completed the TechStars LA program, which aims to help innovative tech startups from around the world that are seeking to build a deep network across the Los Angeles tech ecosystem.

The bigger picture It was then that Dawn saw what the bigger picture was. She needed to create an automated retail technology company that provides software solutions for kiosks and intelligent vending. And that's exactly what she did. Based in Columbus, Ohio, her company, Pop Com, produces smart vending machines and kiosks that provide valuable analytics. Their solutions combine with point of sale data to generate customer

All in all, they closed $1 million total pre-seed to build the product and team. demographic information, while also helping vendors monitor inventory, capture sales data and help leverage insights for lead generation and retarget advertising.

kiosks use biometric payments, which introduces pay with your face technology to self service retail.

Paying with your face

In the near future, their her machines will accept bitcoins and all other forms of digital payments.

Dawn's patented vending machines and

Getting funded

Black Women in Business Conference From Page 19 BET, CNN, MSNBC, MercedesBenz Fashion Week, NY Times, Essence Magazine, BRAVO TV, TV One, Food Network, Black Enterprise, New York Urban League, NBC, the renowned television show SMASH, Mike Bloomberg, NAACP and many more! BLACK STREET is an online publi-

cation catered to showcasing greatness within the Black community. Although there are many outlets catered to the Black community, not many showcase individuals the way shown on the website. With an extensive mission, they plan to cater to their community through many facets. Be it mentorship programs, fundraisers, collaborations with other

nonprofits, panel discussions, awards ceremonies, expos, and various other empowering and uplifting projects. Not merely a website, BLACK STREET is well on its way to becoming a movement.

To learn more about the company, visit www.popcom.shop For more details about Dawn Dickson, visit www.dawndickson.com or follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ dawndickson ■

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MELINDA PAYNE EVENT PLANNER, COORDINATOR, DECORATOR

“Taking the worry out of your next event”

ince the summer of 2011, Mo Entertainment Event Planning and Coordinating, owned by Melinda Payne starting helping residents and businesses of Columbus, Ohio create memorable events. Her executive administrative skills was essential in helping her launch this successful planning and coordinating business. “I actually never imagined I would be operating a premiere wedding and event planning business, but you never know the plan that God has in store for you. I also never imagined that weddings would be a major focus but after the very first one, I fell in love with planning weddings. Now with several years of wedding and event planning experience behind me, I am confident in my ability to deliver expert service in the area of wedding planning and coordination! I am passionate each time I get to help brides and grooms create their "dream" wedding event.” Having planned everything from weddings and parties, to conferences, graduations and baby showers, Melinda’s organizational skills have earned praise throughout Central Ohio and now, even Florida! She has a great team and she’s built relationships with local vendors and venues. “Give me the opportunity and I will use my experience and expertise to make your day seem effortless,” she says.

“Give me the opportunity and I will use my experience and expertise to make your day seem effortless.” - MELINDA PAYNE

MELINDA PAYNE, Owner of Mo Entertainment Event Planning & Coordinating

MISSION:

Destination wedding, Fort Lauderdale, FL

We strive to make every event as stress free for our clients by taking care of all the details. We listen attentively to your ideas and create an unforgettable experience for you and your guest. Our model is to remain professional at all times. Mo Entertainment, established the summer of 2011, is Columbus, Ohio's best resource for booking entertainment and special events. For more information about what we do visit www. moentertainment.biz. Weddings, receptions, anniversaries and special events.

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ME’s personal network of only the finest vendors, venue spaces, and creative minds create events unparalleled by any other event planning organization. MoEntertainment can execute a multitude of highly successful events.

Business is a family affair! Pictured left to right: Derek (husband), Melinda Payne, and daughters Monique and Tontalaia.

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Ms. Kimberly Mitchell, President

All Advanced Tactical Klean

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