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HeroZona Foundation Announces 20th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 20th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 20th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We are proud to continue this tradition of providing Thanksgiving meals to our local community as everyone deserves to celebrate with their loved ones.
  • Other initiatives include Phoenix Tools 4 School, Holiday Bike Giveaways, MLK Celebrating the Dream, Veterans Reach to Teach and the HeroZona Forgotten Heroes Breakfast.

University of Phoenix President Chris Lynne and Jobs for the Future (JFF) Lucy Fernandez Join “It Happens at STN” Discussing Partnership on Professional Social Capital for Black Learners and Workers

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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“We learned from our 2021 Career Optimism Index® study that half of American workers don’t have an advocate in their professional life,” states Lynne.

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  • “We learned from our 2021 Career Optimism Index® study that half of American workers don’t have an advocate in their professional life,” states Lynne.
  • “Professional social capital opens doors and is immensely important to busy, working adult learners like our students to be successful in their careers and goals.
  • As a career-focused university, our work with JFF is a natural fit for our mission.
  • The partnership began by launching an in-depth market scan conducted in 2022, analyzing existing strategies for the development of professional social capital that are being implemented by community-based organizations, postsecondary institutions, non-profits, and employers.

Orange County Transportation Authority Board Selects Genesis Bank Founding Board Member Tam Nguyen to Serve as Vice Chairman

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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Genesis Bank (“Genesis” or the “Bank”), announced today that Tam Nguyen, a founding Board member of Genesis Bank, has been unanimously elected to serve as Vice Chairman of the Orange County Transportation Authority’s (“OCTA”) Board of Directors.

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  • Genesis Bank (“Genesis” or the “Bank”), announced today that Tam Nguyen, a founding Board member of Genesis Bank, has been unanimously elected to serve as Vice Chairman of the Orange County Transportation Authority’s (“OCTA”) Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Nguyen has served on the OCTA Board since 2021.
  • Since the initial launch of Genesis, the entire Bank, across all levels, has had the privilege of working directly with Tam in various capacities.
  • Prior leadership roles also include involvement with the U.S. Bank Orange County Advisory Board, Pacific Trade Culture Alliance, and American Association of Cosmetology Schools.

USBC has Record Breaking National Conference with U.S. Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Ice Cube, Sheila Jackson Lee, Doug E. Fresh, and More

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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WASHINGTON,  July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Last week, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) brought together 300+ Chamber leaders and Black business owners from across the country to Washington DC for their first in-person conference in over three years. The 2022 USBC National Conference "Learning, Connecting & Leading" was powered by Google, and held at the Marriott Marquis.

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  • The 2022 USBC National Conference "Learning, Connecting & Leading" was powered by Google, and held at the Marriott Marquis.
  • In addition to bringing Chamber leaders together and highlighting USBC's key programs, it was also a time to make big announcements.
  • Friday, kicked off Advocacy Day with an Armchair Conversation with U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, moderated by USBC President Ron Busby Sr.
  • The U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) is the voice of Black business owners and a top advocate for resources and policies that impact Black business owners.

Phoenix Suns, Community Groups Honor Business Heroes at Upcoming Game

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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During the month of February, the Suns organization will celebrate Black History Month through numerous in-game and community activations.

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  • During the month of February, the Suns organization will celebrate Black History Month through numerous in-game and community activations.
  • "It is critical that business leaders vocally support the advancement of diversity, equity and inclusion principles, and actively engage in the process of achieving outcomes," said Rowley.
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.
  • The Community Collaborative is a web series that highlights diversity and inclusion initiatives happening in Arizona.

The Bridge Forum Announces 'Next Generation' Panel Featuring Three Police Departments

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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The event will take place Monday, Sept. 27 from 8 to 10 a.m. at The Saguaro Scottsdale (4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd).

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  • The event will take place Monday, Sept. 27 from 8 to 10 a.m. at The Saguaro Scottsdale (4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd).
  • The forum will also be livestreamed to the public at Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg/Live .
  • For more information about the Bridge Forum and to stream its upcoming event on Monday, Sept. 27, visit Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg .
  • The group works with veterans, first responders and those that bring social good to future generations and under-served communities.

HeroZona, Equality Health Foundations and Loyalty Restaurant & Lounge Host COVID-19 Vaccine Discussion Panel

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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PHOENIX, Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The HeroZona and Equality Health Foundations are excited to announce they will host a special invitation-only coronavirus vaccine discussion panel, titled "Spread the Word", on Thursday, August 19 from 8 to 9 a.m. at Loyalty Restaurant & Lounge (4209 N. Craftsmen Ct.) in Scottsdale.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The HeroZona and Equality Health Foundations are excited to announce they will host a special invitation-only coronavirus vaccine discussion panel, titled "Spread the Word", on Thursday, August 19 from 8 to 9 a.m. at Loyalty Restaurant & Lounge (4209 N. Craftsmen Ct.) in Scottsdale.
  • Event panelists include Arizona Department of Health Services Director Cara Christ, Wooten Healthcare Group President and CEO Duane M. Wooten and Equality Health Medical Director Edmond Baker.
  • "As a retired registered nurse, coronavirus has deemed itself the deadliest disease that I have ever encountered in my career," said June Durr, Loyalty Restaurant & Lounge Owner.
  • The Equality Health Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to leveling the healthcare playing field in culturally diverse and underserved communities.