ELEVEN28 ENTERTAINMENT TO HOST 100 MEN OF COLOR GALA Motivational Speaker Eric Thomas to Provide Keynote Address
ELEVEN28 ENTERTAINMENT TO HOST 100 MEN OF COLOR GALAMotivational Speaker Eric Thomas to Provide Keynote Address
HARTFORD – Entertainment company Eleven28 Entertainment today announced plans to host the 100 Men of Color Gala in Hartford, recognizing men of color from Springfield to Stamford who have achieved distinction in their profession or industry, and made a difference in the community.
The event will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at the Connecticut Science Center. Proceeds from the event will support a number of nonprofit organizations.
“There is often a disproportionate amount of negative information that is disseminated about our young men,” said Eleven28 President June Archer. “I wanted to inspire these young men by recognizing the many, many men of color in our realm who are powerfully and thoughtfully changing our communities for the better.”
The gala will feature a keynote address by Eric Thomas, renowned speaker, educator, author, and activist. Thomas, a former high school dropout who is nationally recognized for his message of breaking the cycles of crime, has helped thousands of youth reach their potential. Thomas will deliver a message of his own life’s struggles and the principles, insights and strategies he used to overcome them. Hartford Mayor Pedro Segarra and Governor Dannel Malloy will also be in attendance to address these men of distinction.
A portion of gala proceeds will fund The Science Center Exploration Camp, Scholarships, Community Activities and other nonprofit organizations. Through this event, Eleven28 seeks to remove barriers that limit participation in educational, extra-curricular, and community endeavors. Research has shown that participation in such activities improves access to higher learning, fosters community responsibility, and promotes a healthy social environment in which our young men deserve in order to thrive.
More information on the 100 Men Of Color Black Tie Gala and Award Recipient List is available via https://100menofcolor.eventbrite.com
100 MEN OF COLOR 2013 HONOREES
Abdul Muhammad Adam Cloud Alphonso McGriff Attorney Corey Brinson
Bernard Thomas Bishop Leroy Bailey, Jr. Brandon McGee, Jr.
Brian Pettway Carey Redd Cecil Hudson Chandler Howard
Colin Bennett (Posthumous) ** Chief Emory Hightower Sgt. Cleon Moses
Clinton Hamilton Cyril Persaud Dennis Mink Det. Fred Abrams
DJ Buck Doug McCrory Dr. David R. Grice Dr. Richard Ruffin Michael Williams
Dr. Steve Perry Dwight Bolton Edwin Carty Floyd Bagwell, Sr.
Floyd Green Glenn Fields George Scott Greg Deavens Lincoln Davis, Sr. (Posthumous)**
Hugh Russell Iran Nazzario Jason Gill Jerry Long Jimmy McMikle
Joe Young John Motley Joe Victor Joshua Hall Juan Castillo
Julian Alexander Keith Claytor Keith Carr, Sr. (Posthumous) **
Kenneth Bennett Kevin Henry Kevin Joiner Kevin Kirksey Kyle Anderson
Lionell Thompson Chief Luiz Casanova Michael Ansarra Michael Jordan
Dr. Michael Sharpe Rev. Bruce Carter Rev. Sam Saylor Richard Weaver-Bey (Posthumous) **
Pastor Eldren Morrison Walter "Doc" Hurley Riley Johnson. Jr. Gil Martinez
Robert Akuoko Sam Gray Sandy Cloud Scot X. Esdaile Sen. Eric Coleman
Shastri Boodram Stack Williams Stan Simpson Tom Ficklin Tom Smith
Tony Pettaway Victor Luna Vincent Wright Sgt. William Kittle Yvon Alexandre
Please join us on Saturday September 14, 2013 as we celebrate these men!
For More Info: Eleven28Events@gmail.com or 641.715.3900 Ext. 32080
To Make Donations:
Eleven28 Entertainment
P.O. Box 221
Hartford, CT 06141
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