Who's Who In Black South Florida Unveiling Reception
 

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The Who’s Who In Black South Florida Toasted The Inaugural Publication of WWBSF With Style and Grace

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 23, 2007) On April 10th, the crème de la crème of South Florida African-American society came out to toast the unveiling of the highly anticipated Who’s Who in Black South Florida (WWBSF) publication at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Center for Performing Arts, on the campus of Nova Southeastern University, host sponsor for its Unveiling Reception.

The evening began with a red carpet entrance into the H. Wayne Huizenga, School of Business, where hundreds of guests networked  and enjoyed hors d’ oeuvres, and beverages before heading into the theater for the unveiling presentation.  The event was a sellout and the theater was standing room only.  Many in the crowd expressed amazement and delight at such a large gathering of South Florida black achievers.  Former Congresswoman Carrie Meek stated that the collection of black movers and shakers “..has touched my spirit and made me feel I was back in Washington D.C.”

Among the Living Legends honored were former Congresswoman Carrie Meek, radio broadcasting pioneer Jerry Rushin and legendary power attorney Willie E. Gary.  The program included a posthumous tribute to the late M. Athalie Range, business leader and community activist.  Her son, Patrick Range and grandson, attorney, N. Patrick, Range, II, along with other family members, were on hand to receive an award in her memory.

Pamela M. Hutchinson, Who’s Who in Black South Florida Publisher was overwhelmed with well-wishes and congratulations from many in attendance.  Sope Aluko, a local businesswoman featured in the directory commented that the event was “absolutely phenomenal”.  Dr. Dorsey Miller, a member of Who’s Who in Black South Florida Advisory Board added: “I am proud to be part of this historical event.”  Ms. Hutchinson noted and thanked the thirty-one member Advisory Board for believing in and supporting the publication.   Later, Ms. Hutchinson quoted the bible verse: “..To whom much is given, much is required”, as a pretext to a one-thousand ($1,000) donation she and her husband, Jerome presented to 100 Black Men of Greater Fort Lauderdale on behalf of their company Success Marketing and Management, Inc.


C. Sunny Martin, Who’s Who Publishing, LLC. Founder/CEO recognized the many sponsors and advertisers which included notable South Florida companies such as Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd., Access Health Solutions, Burger King, Ocean Bank, JM Family Enterprises, Bank of America, City Furniture and many others.

As the celebrated honorees and Living Legends, arrived they greeted over 650 admirers, walked the red carpet and took a host of pictures with guests.  The evening was graced by Dr. Bobby Jones, BET’s renowned gospel extraordinaire responsible for its longest airing Sunday show, Bobby Jones Gospel. Dr. Jones took pictures with admiring fans and mingled with other reception guests.  NBC 6 Meteorologist and South Florida Today host, Trina Robinson, and WHQT’s Ken James co-hosted the highly anticipated event.  The Dillard High School Jazz Ensemble entertained guests in the courtyard during the reception and the Dillard Chorale performed two selections during the program; earning a standing ovation for their rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”  Who’s Who Publishing’s Founder/CEO C. Sunny Martin presented a one-thousand ($1,000) donation to the Dillard High School for the Performing Arts.

Other notables in attendance at the Who’s Who Inaugural Unveiling Reception included Cecil Hayes, Interior Designer to the Stars, Linnes Finney, President of the National Bar Association, Elijah Williams, Broward County Circuit Judge, Miami Gardens Mayor Shirley Gibson and Dr. Rovan Locke, Publisher of the Caribbean American Commentary Newspaper, along with many other prominent African/Caribbean-American business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and socialites from South Florida.

The Who’s Who in Black South Florida Inaugural Edition, a compilation of over 350 of South Florida’s most influential and affluent blacks retails for $24.95 and is available online at www.wwbsf.com.
 

 

 
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NEWS PARTNERS

Community Response To Who's Who In Black South Florida Has Been Overwhelmingly Positive!

Congratulations on your recent publication.  It is very well done.  Very obvious that this project demanded considerable time, expertise and dedication.  With this historic publication, you have entered the South Florida market in impressive fashion.  On behalf of our members, Board of Directors and Trustees, please extend our congratulations to all involved!

Elizabeth A. Williams, CFRE
Executive Director
The Black Archives History & Research Foundation, Inc.

I wanted to extend my personal gratitude for the tremendous effort and vision to bring this endeavor to South Florida.  It was inspiring to see the huge turn out at the inaugural event.

Respectfully
Roderick C. Kemp
Roderick C. Kemp
Business Development Officer
Loan Consultant
OneUnited Bank

I just wanted to congratulate you on this awesome publication!  I was not able to attend the reception last week, but I heard that it was a wonderful event. 

Keisha N. Harris, Esq.
Law Office of Keisha N. Harris, P.A.

I want to commend you on an outstanding job.  The publication is wonderful and the event was very nice.  I know it took a lot of hard work, late nights and some pulling of teeth to achieve such an accomplishment. 

Cassandra R. Wiggins
AVP,  Human Resource Diversity Officer
Ocean Bank

The feedback that you are receiving from the community is incredible.
Everyone is saying how wonderful the book is as well as what a nice event
the reception was. I am sure this directory  will have a great presence in
South Florida for many years to come.
 I am amazed that  newcomer to the community could make such inroads to
finding the so many prominent people!! Again, thank you for bringing this
directory to South Florida.

Verda M. Farrow, Ed.D.
South Central Area Superintendent
Broward County Public Schools

Your Who's Who Unveiling was great last night!  Good job.

Jasmin D. Shirley, MSPH
VP, Community Health Services
North Broward Hospital District

Let me be among the many to congratulate you on the first annual "Who,Who in
Black South Florida. I was honored to attend the event , as I am sure many were. The turn out was tremendous and the enthusiasm was palpable. My only
regret was that I did not have the opportunity to meet and shake your hand for the wonderful work you and those associated with this program did.

Dr. Gary R. Hill
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Nova Southeastern University
College of Medicine

You and Jerome did an outstanding job! I was proud to be a part of this
historical event!

Dr. Dorsey Miller
D.C. Miller and Associates

just wanted to thank you for the wonderful opportunity to be apart of such a paramount event. I'm certainly thankful to God for allowing me to meet you and Bro. Hutchinson. Alene and I have truly been inspired by your spirit of excellence and genuine humility

Dr. Robert C. Stanley
Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church

Just a quick note to say your event was exceptional last night.  You did a phenomenal job and I know you worked very hard.  It definitely paid off and all glory to God!

Sope Aluko
President
Multi-Marketing Group, LLC

I LOVE THE BOOK!

Bernadette Morris
President and CEO
Sonshine Communications
Black PR Wire, Inc.

"Congratulations on the successful launch of the publication.  The book is amazing and we are so proud to be associated with Who's Who In Black South Florida and more importantly with you two."

Curt Nichols
Vice President, Human Resources
City Furniture

"This publication honors the maturity of the most diverse and vibrant Black community in America.  It opens the door to the soul of our community's personalities from around the African Diaspora."

Marlon A. Hill, Esq.
delancyhill, P.A.
Past president, Caribbean Bar Association