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COMPASS HOUSING ALLIANCE WELCOMES MICHAEL BAILEY AS ITS NEW LEADER

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Compass Housing Alliance, a leading provider of affordable housing, shelter, and emergency services throughout the Puget Sound region, is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Bailey as its new President effective October 16, 2023.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Compass Housing Alliance, a leading provider of affordable housing, shelter, and emergency services throughout the Puget Sound region, is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Bailey as its new President effective October 16, 2023.
  • Bailey, a thoughtful and passionate leader, brings a wealth of experience to Compass.
  • With a proven track record of collaborating with diversified stakeholders, Bailey is poised to lead Compass Housing into its next century of service.
  • His exceptional leadership skills, varied experience, strategic insights, and deep background in public roles make him the ideal choice to lead Compass.

The Journey Venture Studio Appoints First Four Board Members

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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PHOENIX, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Journey Venture Studio announced today the appointment of the first four members to its board of directors. Each board member was sought out as a mission-aligned partner as the studio prepares to launch its first Founder in Residence Cohort.

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  • PHOENIX, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Journey Venture Studio announced today the appointment of the first four members to its board of directors.
  • The first four board members include:
    Justin Bayless, Former CEO of Bayless Integrated Healthcare, Founder & CEO of Ten Figures, and Founder & President of The Journey Venture Studio
    All board members have extensive knowledge of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and healthcare.
  • "With the support of these experienced board members we are able to hit the ground running and quickly grow the scale and impact of The Journey Venture Studio," said Mark Moeremans, Managing Director of The Journey.
  • The Journey Venture Studio is a mission-driven venture studio building disruptive healthcare companies in partnership with the next generation of diverse founders.

HUNDREDS OF VIPS FROM AFRICA, THE CARIBBEAN AND THE UNITED STATES GATHER AT THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB TO HONOR 2022 RECIPIENTS OF THE PRESIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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WHO: The Africa and Caribbean Presidential Leadership Awards Gala, www.CAFBLC.com

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  • WHO: The Africa and Caribbean Presidential Leadership Awards Gala, www.CAFBLC.com
    Gala & Award Show Begins: 7:30 pm
    VISUALS: Performances by Aaron Exie Triplett aka ExieJ (Saxophone),Ed Botts (keyboardist), Onyx Chibuikem Onunkwo (4-Year-Old Prodigy), Her Excellency Hilda Suka-Mafudze, African Union Ambassador to the United States of America, Minister Tobi Olowokande, Jesus House D.C., Ministers Matthew Boateng & Jonathan Laws, Miracle Arena for All Nations of Ontario, Canada, keyboardist, Jazmyn McKoy (Soloist),and Biney Traditional Dancers
    Attendees Include: Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (Texas), Rep. Yvette Clarke (New York), Tomekah Burl from Rep. Karen Bass office, Dennis O'Leary (DarkPulse CEO), His Royal Majesty Okatakyie Asafo Boakye III (King of Sanzule Kingdom, Ghana West Africa), Reverend Dr. Dike (CAFBLC President and Founder), Office of Washington D.C Mayor Muriel Bowser Office on African American Affairs as well as the office of Caribbean American Affairs, Jan DuPlain (DuPlain Enterprises), Shanelle Simmonds (Charge d' affairs, Embassy of St. Kitts and Nevis), H.E.
  • Dr. Erieka Bennett, H.E.
  • Nardos Bekele Thomas

Herozona Announces Arizona Delegation National Update Brunch Schedule

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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PHOENIX, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Herozona Foundation, which recently announced the return of its 17th annual, invitation-only Arizona Delegation National Update Brunch during the 51st Congressional Black Caucus from Sept. 28 through Oct. 2, will bring new guests and performers to the momentous event. Taking place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Georgia Brown's in Washington D.C. on Saturday, Oct. 1, expert speakers will cover important topics related to Arizona, including the diversification of the state, economic impact, business development, the housing market and more.

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  • Arizona Young Professionals and Community Stakeholders Will Learn About Business, Real Estate, Police Relations and More
    PHOENIX, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Herozona Foundation , which recently announced the return of its 17th annual, invitation-only Arizona Delegation National Update Brunch during the 51st Congressional Black Caucus from Sept. 28 through Oct. 2, will bring new guests and performers to the momentous event.
  • The Herozona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.
  • The group works with veterans, first responders and those that bring social good to future generations and under-served communities.
  • The foundation's mission is to create opportunities for the brave men and women who serve their country, and community, every day.

Penny & Robert Sarver Foundation to Host College Students at D.C. Black Caucus

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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PHOENIX, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce its 17th annual, invitation-only Arizona Delegation National Update Brunch, during the 51st Congressional Black Caucus from September 28 through October 2. The event, on Saturday, October 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., will take place at Georgia Brown's in Washington D.C. and will cover important topics related to Arizona, including the diversification of the state, economic impact and business development.

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  • "This brunch and the Black Caucus allows Arizona to keep moving forward in the right direction, and provides important updates for African-American communities in our state."
  • In partnership with the Penny & Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation, HeroZona will also sponsor the attendance of ten local university students through the Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals' YP CoNEXT program.
  • APS will also sponsor the students to attend the National Newspaper Publishers Association "Black Press of America" 2022 National Leadership Awards Reception.
  • "Giving the future generation of leaders an opportunity to experience history as it happens at the Black Caucus is something our foundation is thrilled to do," said Robert Sarver.