The BRC 4th Annual Gala proved yet again to be a star-studded event. With the Georgia International Convention Center ballroom to near capacity, guests could clearly see that this was the hot ticket for the evening. Honorary Co-Chairs Tommy Dortch, CEO of TWD, Inc., and George Andrews, CEO of Capitol City Bank opened the Gala with Greetings.

Honoring this year's Gala recipients Hank and Billye Aaron, guests included the Honorable C. T. Martin who presented the BRC History; former East Point Mayor Patsy Jo Hilliard; the Honorable Herman Russell; Mrs. Sasha Taylor, who read a proclamation from her husband, Lt. Governor Mark Taylor; Mrs. Theresa Walker, wife of the late Dekalb Commissioner Lou Walker; and Georgia Secretary of State Cathy Cox. Mission on the Move Overseer Rev. Cynthia Andrews presented a proclamation from Congressman John Lewis.

The Aarons were honored with a special video tribute and a musical tribute by Entertainer Faye Raye. Rev. Dr. Gerald L. Durley, Senior Pastor of Providence Baptist Church, introduced guests to the BRC Kitchen Table Affirmative Action (KTAA), the principle and practice of self-help that is sweeping through churches, businesses and communities throughout metro Atlanta. The night concluded with entertainment from Gospel Recording Artist James Bignon, who performed with his own Deliverance Choir and members from BRC churches.

By implementing and practicing KTAA program, we can begin to meet the needs of our community and strengthen the manner in which we do business as a people. The BRC doesn't want you to just sit at the table, but be accounted for. Take affirmative action to release the shackles off our finances by making a conscious choice to circulate your dollars in the Black community. This will help to produce financial freedom for us all.

Under the management team of Judy Ming-Inchup, President and Managing Director, and husband Neil Inchup, Jr., NJI Ltd. (L.P.) services include accounts receivables and payables and bank reconciliation, budget preparation, business plans, and cash analyses. Other services include inventory control, Internet banking, payroll preparation, and taxes. Ms. Ming-Inchup (pictured left)

BRC Welcomes The Following New Members to our family of businesses . . .

• A Plus Computers
• A Regal Event By Especially Yours & Two Gather
• African American Sports Museum
• All State Insurance, Taj Lewis, Agent
• Blessed Hands Enterprises, LLC
• Highly Favored Ministries
• Kemi Construction
• Kevin Ross Public Affairs Group
• Liquid Marketing & Promotions
• Malaleuca The Wellness Company
• Rishona Inspirational Ware
• The Deval Group LLC
• The Real Estate School
• Toucharose
• Ware International

Look for them to be highlighted in the Sparks and under the BRC Business Profiles in The Conductor Newspaper.

The BRC invites you to attend the April Biz Forum featuring a presentation by Judy Ming- Inchcup, President and Managing Director of NJI Ltd. (L.P.)b>. Judy has more than 20 years experience in the accounting and financial arena. Her wealth of knowledge provides business owners with services necessary to meet their financial goals.

NJI Ltd (L.P.) Accounting & Financial Services, located in The 1899 Building on Powers Ferry Road, was incorporated in Bermuda and Georgia in 2003 to provide services to small business owners. Wendy Murray- Baptist, of Time For Life Concept, Inc., a lifestyle management service in Conyers, will also be attendance, along with Judy's husband

NJI's objective is to help business owners see a snapshot view of success when accounting practices and controls are implemented. NJI Ltd. serves clients in the Atlanta Metropolitan area and the beautiful isles of Bermuda. Call 770.953.3733 for more information.

The Biz Forum is held every last Thursday of each month from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. at the BRC Headquarters, 3485 N. Desert Drive, Bldg. 2, Suite 109. Please RSVP if you plan to attend. Call Today! 404.346.0808.

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