Article: Business

My parents lived a legacy of health and education and when I was young I was very concerned about all the negative connotations that the name Harlem evoked and I always saw the veneer of the street corner petty criminals and some of the other illegal activities as not the core of Harlem but at the core of Harlem were the really hard-working African American families who were trying to get ahead and trying to improve the quality of life for their children and for themselves

Consumers today are, for the most part, in double-digit debt. What’s more, foreclosures are also on the rise—during 2005, there were 2.1 million bankruptcy filed, more than in any other year in history. Simply put, Americans are living far beyond their means, spending more than they actually earn.

Ms. Joann Soto, ACCION client and proud owner of J.S. Imports was referred to ACCION New York by her Citibank branch for alternative financing and technical assistance. As a speaker at the event, Ms. Soto explained that the “ACCION loan had incredible impact, not only on the business, but also on the livelihood of so many others� that she employs locally.

Greeted at the entrance by taste bud titillating aromas and lured into the Marriott’s luxurious Grand Ballroom, guests were awarded the opportunity to have a taste of the finest of epicurean delicacies. Succulent roast beef, pungent shrimp and hard shell crab steamed to perfection

From Africa to the Orient and all lands near and far, the much sought after Bay Area stylist/designer Andrea Lamadora of House of Mamasan artfully makes creations like nouveau riche, bohemian-goddess and street chic coexist in perfect harmony in what she coins urban ethnic couture…

The implications of such a startling discovery have gotten the attention of several large companies. Neutrogena, Johnson & Johnson, Proctor & Gamble, and Dow Chemical are just a few of the big companies that have shown interest in copper peptides.

Buyout payments could reach $100,000 per employee, with an additional payment each year for four years to be used for college tuition. Although this may seem like a lot of money to some, it would leave people without job security or health benefits.

“Hair styles and color are reflecting this softer, yet more austere silhouette,â€? says Clairol Color and Style Master Ingrinette Pope. “Hair will be worn longer, styles will be unstructured, natural…

From this near tragedy – with all of its bleak trappings – was launched a refreshing concept in clothing and the human spirit. “We’re the first clothing company that makes comfort, color and the human spirit the essence of the brandâ€?, says Bruu.

George Fraser combines his fervent message of self-empowerment with concrete practical advice and information about career, business and networking possibilities.