Washington, D.C. – At the nexus of an upcoming presidential election and contentious Supreme Court decisions, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) 52nd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) is not your run-of-the-mill networking event. This year, it’s a battle cry. Lifting the curtains with its theme—Securing Our Democracy. Protecting Our Freedoms. Uplifting Our Culture—CBCF is forcing...
Intro: A Gathering of Visionaries In the heart of Montgomery, Alabama, under the expansive southern sky, something extraordinary unfolded—a testament to the power of community, collaboration, and the unwavering commitment to positive change. The Network ‘n’ Chill: Season 2 kick-off was not just an event; it was an experience that celebrated the spirit of unity...
A U.S. Air Force veteran, Hozell Odom III understands the importance of serving and giving back to his community for the greater good. With his military career now far behind him, Odom is using the leadership skills, training, and education he acquired throughout his career to offer opportunities to the next generation of leaders in...
Daverney Freeman stepped into the most important role of her life when she became a mother at the age of 16. “It’s the biggest challenge I have faced in my personal life,” said Freeman, who grew up in the small South Florida community of Fort Pierce. “There’s no way to fully prepare you for parenthood,...
An Unforgettable Evening of Networking, Entertainment, and Meaningful Partnerships Are you ready to be captivated by the power of collaboration and witness the magic that unfolds when diverse individuals come together for a common cause? Look no further than the Network ‘n’ Chill: Season Finale, an event that celebrated the spirit of humanity, connection, and...
After experiencing the loss of two siblings at early ages, Birmingham resident Alexander Boone Jr. imagined all the possibilities they could have explored through giving back in the community. Boone’s sister, Ingrid, passed away when she was just a toddler and his brother, Steven, passed when he was a young adult. “Steven spent most of his...
For U.S. Army major and fitness coach Dewayne Webb, fitness encompasses balancing many dimensions of our lives. Webb, founder of the Christian-based nonprofit All About Fitness (AAF), leads free bootcamp-style workouts nine days a week to inspire others to live physically fit lives, but his participants are receiving more than just a workout. Since 2014, Webb has been encouraging...
The Network ‘n’ Chill Business Mixer was an evening to remember, with over 200 business professionals and entrepreneurs from across Alabama coming together at the Nest at ASU. The event was presented by GumpTown Magazine and inCity Magazine, and featured guest speaker Shernovius Bennett, who spoke about the power of AI in business. The evening...
The creators of University Of dope are two Hip-Hop enthusiasts, A.V. “$upreme” Perkins a DIY blogger and Marian “Skinni Bee” Andoh a project manager. The University of Dope brand was created when A.V. asked Marian to name all the members of Wu-Tang while drunk…turns out she could name them all, and thought it would be...
Stress affects people of all ages, ethnicities, and social classes. In fact, 75% of Americans experienced moderate to high stress levels in the past month according to the Global Organization for stress. Stress also affects the economy. According to Business Insider, American employers spend an estimated $300 billion annually on health costs and lost work...