Alpha Phi Alpha

Rainbow PUSH Coalition Formally Installed Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III as President and CEO

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters. The sold-out installation event featured VIP program participants and attendees from all over the country, including Roland Martin, Rev. Al Sharpton (NAN), Shavonne Arline-Bradley (NCNW), Dr. Michael Sorrell, Dr. Amos Brown, and Dr. Ron Daniels, among others. Tashara Parker, 4X Emmy award-winning journalist, served as the mistress of ceremonies. A livestream is available to watch on YouTube, courtesy of Roland Martin Unfiltered, a Black-owned media network. Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company. 

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters.
  • Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company.
  • Sharpton, however, explicitly called out the issues at hand, connecting the Civil Rights Movement to Dr. Haynes' existing work as a social justice pastor.
  • The day after the installation, Friday, February 2, 2024, Rainbow PUSH Coalition hosted the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference from 9 AM - 4:30 PM at Paul Quinn College.

Tourism Minister to Promote The Bahamas for Meetings & Conferences at Alpha Phi Alpha Conference in Tallahassee, FL

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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In a bid to boost the country's groups business, DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.

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  • In a bid to boost the country's groups business, DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.
  • DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.
  • DPM Cooper said: "I embraced this opportunity to speak to a gathering that encompasses representatives from all Florida chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha.
  • "Meetings, Incentive, Conferences & Exhibitions, what we call the MICE industry, accounts for 40% of all tourism business to The Bahamas.

Season of Giving Helps TMCF Close The Equity Gap & Provide Pathways To Prosperity

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Still, it ignited a commitment to uphold her legacy—and a promise to be a pillar in my family.

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  • Still, it ignited a commitment to uphold her legacy—and a promise to be a pillar in my family.
  • Those dreams have been realized because of generous philanthropic efforts from the public and TMCF supporters.
  • For every $1that TMCF invests in education, another $20 is needed to support more students and TMCF’s member schools.
  • “My journey, started by hardship, has been illuminated by TMCF with their unwavering support,” Thigpen said.

TMCF Supports Alpha Phi Alpha’s Decision to Pull Its Convention from Florida

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Thurgood Marshall would be proud of his fraternity brothers, Alpha Phi Alpha.

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  • Thurgood Marshall would be proud of his fraternity brothers, Alpha Phi Alpha.
  • The decision to cancel the convention should spark discussions about the underlying message behind the move.
  • Pass it on.” That’s what Alpha Phi Alpha did as an organization, and it aligns with Justice Marshall’s legacy.
  • Alpha Phi Alpha was one of many organizations to make a significant statement.

Austin J. Franklin Named Keynote Speaker for 2023 Billion Dollar Roundtable Summit

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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FLEMING ISLAND, Fla., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Billion Dollar Roundtable (BDR) has named leadership expert and author, Austin J. Franklin , as a Keynote Speaker for its 2023 Summit in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • FLEMING ISLAND, Fla., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Billion Dollar Roundtable (BDR) has named leadership expert and author, Austin J. Franklin , as a Keynote Speaker for its 2023 Summit in Chicago, Illinois.
  • The Billion Dollar Roundtable was created in 2001 to recognize and celebrate corporations that achieved spending of at least $1 billion with minority and woman-owned suppliers.
  • Austin J. Franklin will be the keynote speaker during the Billion Dollar Roundtable Induction Ceremony.
  • Austin J. Franklin is a nationally acclaimed keynote speaker, author, and leadership expert.

Austin J. Franklin Named Keynote Speaker for 2023 IACAA Annual Conference in Springfield, Illinois

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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FLEMING ISLAND, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies (IACAA) has named leadership expert and author, Austin J. Franklin , as the Keynote Speaker for its 2023 Conference.

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  • FLEMING ISLAND, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies (IACAA) has named leadership expert and author, Austin J. Franklin , as the Keynote Speaker for its 2023 Conference.
  • In his keynote, Austin will lead a discussion that invites attendees to explore research-based ideas that will position their organizations for a future-ready and thriving workplace.
  • The 2023 IACAA Conference is scheduled from April 30-May 2, 2023 in Springfield, Illinois.
  • To learn more about Austin J. Franklin, visit www.austinjordanfranklin.com and to learn more about his company, visit www.goodnaturedlife.com .

Morgan State University Professor Anthony Estreet to be next CEO of NASW

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthony Estreet, a professor and former chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University and chief executive officer of a behavioral health company in Baltimore, will be the new chief executive officer of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) beginning February 6.

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  • Janlee Wong, MSW, who retired as executive director of the NASW California Chapter in 2020, will serve as interim CEO of NASW until Estreet takes the helm.
  • "We are delighted to have Anthony Estreet as our next CEO at NASW after doing an extensive search," said NASW President Mildred "Mit" Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW.
  • Estreet earned a bachelor's in science in psychology from Bowie State University, a MSW in social work at Virginia Commonwealth University, a doctorate in social work at Morgan State University, and a MBA at the University Maryland-College Park.
  • He has been a professor and chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University since 2013.

Professional Diversity Network, Inc. Announces Launch of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Job Board

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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Alpha Phi Alpha is the largest historically black fraternity.

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  • Alpha Phi Alpha is the largest historically black fraternity.
  • PDN, one of the largest diverse professional networks in the nation, collaborated with Alpha Phi Alpha to launch an easy-to-access job board at the APA website for their over 85,000 current alumni members.
  • For more information about PDN, please visit:
    Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated (APA) is a historically African American Greek-letter organization.
  • For more information about Alpha Phi Alpha, please visit:

Wendell Joseph Gorum II, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendell Joseph Gorum II, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Orthopedic Surgeon for his career in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his private practice achievements.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendell Joseph Gorum II, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Orthopedic Surgeon for his career in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his private practice achievements.
  • A determined orthopedic surgeon with 20 years of experience, Dr. Gorum serves patients at his private practice in Brooklyn, NY.
  • In his private practice, Dr. Gorum specializes in trauma surgery, motor vehicle accidents, and workers' compensation cases.
  • In light of this recognition, the doctor wishes to honor the loving memory of his father, Wendell Gorum, Ph.D.

William L. Doss III, MD, MBA is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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In his work, Dr. Doss provides physical medicine and rehabilitation services to patients impacted by physical impairments or disabilities.

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  • In his work, Dr. Doss provides physical medicine and rehabilitation services to patients impacted by physical impairments or disabilities.
  • In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Doss serves as an Associate Professor within the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Eastern Carolina University Brody School of Medicine.
  • Following his training, he became certified in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and electro-diagnostic medicine through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
  • In accepting this honor, Dr. Doss wishes to acknowledge and thank his father, Dr. William Doss, Jr., and dedicate the recognition to his three children, Danielle, Xavier, and William.