Johnson Publishing Company

"Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited" Holds Ribbon Cutting

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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CHICAGO, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy (CAAIP) hosted a ribbon cutting Feb. 2 for the outstanding multi-media photographic exhibition "Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited" at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy (CAAIP) hosted a ribbon cutting Feb. 2 for the outstanding multi-media photographic exhibition "Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited" at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.
  • The photos were compelling, and the specially curated Chicago section of the exhibit was particularly arresting with its black backdrop.
  • Each local philanthropist celebrated had a shadow box of memorabilia that further engaged the viewer with historical data.
  • Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited was made possible through a grant in 2014 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

Tenia Davis Joins NORC as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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CHICAGO, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to announce that Tenia Davis, PhD, has joined the organization as its first-ever senior vice president (SVP) and chief human resources officer (CHRO).

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to announce that Tenia Davis, PhD, has joined the organization as its first-ever senior vice president (SVP) and chief human resources officer (CHRO).
  • Tenia Davis, PhD, joins NORC from HBR Consulting.
  • "Her multi-industry, global human resources experience will be a tremendous asset to guiding the evolution of our culture at NORC locations nationwide."
  • Davis joins NORC from HBR Consulting, where she served as chief talent and administrative services officer, overseeing the company's talent, legal, information technology, and security operations.

YR Media Adds to Leadership Team in Development, Creative and Technology

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
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Following a banner year in 2021, the three additions to YR Medias leadership team will expand the nonprofit organizations widespread impact.

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  • Following a banner year in 2021, the three additions to YR Medias leadership team will expand the nonprofit organizations widespread impact.
  • Campbell was recently promoted to Chief Technology Officer after serving as YR Medias Technology Director since 2017.
  • Vega Jr. joined YR Media in September of 2020 as Creative Director during the thrust of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
  • Prior to joining YR Media, Vega Jr. served as Creative Director and Co-Owner of Wasena Creative, LLC., and as Creative Director for Ebony Media Operations (previously Johnson Publishing Company).

Unique Opportunity to Acquire Exclusive Rights To the "Ebony" and "Ebone" Names

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Thursday, January 6, 2022
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The iconic brand Ebony owes its provenance to Johnson Publishing Company, founded in 1942 by the late Eunice W. Johnson and John H. Johnson.

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  • The iconic brand Ebony owes its provenance to Johnson Publishing Company, founded in 1942 by the late Eunice W. Johnson and John H. Johnson.
  • The license is worldwide, royalty-free and sublicensable in accordance with the terms of the license agreement.
  • Fried noted that, "as with the previous sales from this estate, the opportunity is highly unique andprovides buyers numerous avenues to offer a storied brand to consumers via a license with compelling economic terms."
  • Interested parties should CLICK HERE or contact Hilco Streambank directly using the contact information provided below.

Black Marketers Coalition Announce Creation of National Black Marketers Day

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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The Black Marketers Coalition is excited to announce the creation of National Black Marketers Day which will be celebrated annually on Nov. 16.

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  • The Black Marketers Coalition is excited to announce the creation of National Black Marketers Day which will be celebrated annually on Nov. 16.
  • The day, which has officially been recognized by the National Day Archives, recognizes Black marketers across the nation by celebrating them, their accomplishments, businesses and what it takes to be a Back marketer in today's society.
  • "National Black Marketers Day is now cemented in history and one we created to advocate for and celebrate ourselves," she said.
  • The Black Marketers Coalition was founded in June 2019 in Atlanta to support Black marketers across the United States.

EBONY Names Marielle Bobo Editor-in-Chief & Senior Vice President, Programming

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
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b'ATLANTA, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EBONY, the iconic brand serving as the leading voice of the Black American experience for 75 years, today announced that Marielle Bobo has been tapped as Editor-in-Chief & Senior Vice President, Programming, effective immediately.

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  • b'ATLANTA, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EBONY, the iconic brand serving as the leading voice of the Black American experience for 75 years, today announced that Marielle Bobo has been tapped as Editor-in-Chief & Senior Vice President, Programming, effective immediately.
  • Bobo brings with her a 20-plus-year career in media as well as a unique understanding of the power of content and creating key strategic partnerships.\n"We are thrilled to have a visionary like Marielle in this role and leading EBONY through this pivotal time in its history.
  • For 75 years, EBONY has chronicled the Black American experience, amplifying our culture, our joys and our struggles with grace, tenacity and beauty," said Bobo.
  • Additionally, Bobo has served in leadership roles with major media brands such as Essence and Urban One.

Black owned and Oakland, CA-based UMBER Graphic Journal launches Umber Publishing with two new print publications

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Thursday, March 25, 2021
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Now,UMBER takes the bold step by forming Umber Publishing and launching two new print publications - TONE and SLUMBER.

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  • Now,UMBER takes the bold step by forming Umber Publishing and launching two new print publications - TONE and SLUMBER.
  • "In launching a Black-owned publishing company, we acknowledge the legacy and legend of John H. Johnson of Johnson Publications, who created Ebony and Jet magazines," says Umber Publishing Founder, Creative Director & Editor-in-Chief Mike Nicholls.
  • TONEis for the forward-thinking Black man and SLUMBER is for the uninhibited print publication exploring sensuality, eroticism, and desire from the Black and Brown perspective.
  • Umber Publishing has also launched a fundraising campaign, "Succeeding Against the Odds," to pre-order TONE and SLUMBER and support Umber Publishing's expansion.

Michele Ghee named CEO of EBONY & JET MAGAZINE

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Bridgeman Sports & Media has installed Michele Ghee as CEO of iconic brands EBONY & JET.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Bridgeman Sports & Media has installed Michele Ghee as CEO of iconic brands EBONY & JET.
  • This titan of industry understands the privilege and responsibility of stepping into a leadership role within the culturally embedded Ebony and Jet brands.
  • According to the new CEO, Ebony and Jet will hold true to those simple fundamental principles of documenting stories of Black Culture as it raises the brands' profile to reach a global community.
  • Michele Thornton Ghee is proud and honored to serve as the CEO of 1145 Holdings LLC.

Enova Announces New Board Member Linda Johnson Rice

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
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CHICAGO, Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Enova International (NYSE: ENVA), a leading financial technology and analytics company offering consumer and small business loans and financing, announced today that Linda Johnson Rice is joining Enova's Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Enova International (NYSE: ENVA), a leading financial technology and analytics company offering consumer and small business loans and financing, announced today that Linda Johnson Rice is joining Enova's Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • "Linda is a highly accomplished executive, and we are thrilled to welcome her to Enova's Board," said David Fisher, Enova's CEO.
  • "Linda's extensive board experience across a variety of industries, including financial services and technology, will be invaluable to Enova as we work to deliver value for our shareholders, customers, employees and communities."
  • Ms. Rice is the CEO of Johnson Publishing Company, LLC, formerly the parent company for Ebony and Jet magazines and Fashion Fair Cosmetics.

EBONY and JET Brands Not Affected by Johnson Publishing Company/dba Fashion Fair Bankruptcy Filing

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
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HOUSTON, April 10, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --EBONY Media Operations, LLC (EMO), which owns the brands EBONY and JET, is not affected by Johnson Publishing Company /dba Fashion Fair (JPC) bankruptcy filing announced April 9, 2019.

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  • HOUSTON, April 10, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --EBONY Media Operations, LLC (EMO), which owns the brands EBONY and JET, is not affected by Johnson Publishing Company /dba Fashion Fair (JPC) bankruptcy filing announced April 9, 2019.
  • EMO brands have operated viably and independent of JPC since Black-owned EMO purchased the media assets of JPC in 2016.
  • EBONY Media reflects the cross section of Black America as delivered by the best thinkers, trendsetters, activists, celebrities and next-generation leaders.
  • EBONY Magazine is the heart, soul and pulse of Black America, and a catalyst for reflection and progression.