is to promote the religion of Islam, as taught by the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan. He advocates spiritual and moral excellence; drug, alcohol, and criminal rehabilitation; educational reform; strong family values; economic self-sufficiency; community pride; and self-improvement.
Brother Robert was born in Suffern, New York. The youngest of three children, he was raised in Harlem. Growing up in New York City during the turbulent sixties afforded him an opportunity to see the widespread influence and work of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad through his most famous students, Minister Malcolm X and Minister Louis Farrakhan. In 1971, his f
amily moved to New Jersey where he completed Middle Township High School in 1974. Brother Robert first met
the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan personally in 1976 while a student at Hampton University. Minister Farrakhan spent two days at the university by invitation of the Student Government Association. Those two days would change Brother Robert's life forever.
Brother Robert earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1978 from Hampton University. In 1980, he moved to Houston, Texas, to pursue a career in Banking and Finance. He became student minister of Muhammad Mosque No. 45 in Houston, Texas in 1987. In 1994, he was appointed as the Student Southwest Regional Representative of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam. He is currently a graduate student in the field of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy at the Texas Southern University School of Public Affairs. He is married and the father of four sons.
Brother Robert has a wide range of experience which includes travel to the continent of Africa, helping to organize the Million Man March (1995) and Million Family March (2000); substance abuse counseling and referral, criminal rehabilitation, HIV/AIDS health awareness, family relations, economic development and self-improvement. He served as the spiritual advisor and witness to the executions of Texas Death Row Inmates O'Dell Barnes (executed, March 1, 2000) and Shaka Sankofa, a.k.a. Gary Graham (executed, June 22, 2000). He was featured in the French film documentary, "Made in the U.S.A." which chronicled the case and execution of O'Dell Barnes. The title "Made in the U.S.A." was taken from a speech he made in an eloquent defense of O'Dell Barnes. "Made in the U.S.A" was featured at the 2001 Cannes Film Festival. He has appeared on numerous national television programs including BET News, ABC's Nightline, CNBC - Talking Politics with Chris Matthews, Court TV with Attorney Johnny Cochran, as well as many local television programs. He is the host of Connect the Dots talk show on Pacifica's KPFT 90.1 FM every Wednesday from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
BLACK IN TIME ONLINE RESOURCE CENTER FOR BLACK HISTORY & CULTURE
BLACK IN TIME ENTERPRISES is an out-growth of what was formally THE GADDY MARKETING GROUP, created in 1992. With the vision of a business that promoted Black History Year-Round, through original products, concepts and initiatives, company President, Hubert Gaddy, Jr., established BLACK IN TIME ENTERPRISES in 2005.
The two other Gaddy brothers, Timothy and Anthony, serve as General Operations Manager and Chief Art Director, respectively.
Hubert A. Gaddy, Jr.
Founder/CEO
Okang McBride
Named Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Director of Alumni Relations in March of 2007. In this position he is responsible for responding to the needs of over 115,000 domesticly and abroad.
McBride has been a member of the Fairleigh Dickinson University family in several capacities since 1991. Most recently, he served as Director of Undergraduate Admissions from July of 2005, until accepting his new position. In this role, McBride oversaw a campus wide undergraduate admissions relations program that resulted in the University’s largest freshman within the past 10 years in 2006.
Prior to that, he held the position of Associate Director of Admissions for five years, helping to implement the University’s enrollment management initiatives. He was also a primary liaison to various departments and represented the University at various off-campus recruitment events. McBride began his professional career as an Admissions Counselor in September of 1996. He served in that position for two years, successfully assisting in the planning and implementation of recruitment strategies and activities to increase enrollment. McBride also managed the production of the University’s recruitment literature, directories, publications and other promotional pieces.
McBride graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University in May of 1996 with a B.A. in Sociology and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Public Administration. He is a member of Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Professional Administrative Senate (PAS), serving as Senator-at-Large. He was also recognized in 2007 by the Urban of Bergen County where he is also a member.
In 2008, he received the Pinnacle Award which is the highest recognition given to employees of Fairleigh Dickinson University. McBride joined 5LINX in March of 2009 and he has been promoted to Executive Trainer in less than a year. For more information about, visit: The Synergy Unlimited Network
"A colleague sent me this story about a young man who not only is becoming a well-known artist, but also an Electrical Engineer working for the Department of Defense. Another young man who brings it to the top. Another example of what still can be. accomplished for just about anyone. Llorens is truly a model , someone the community should embrace." db
Llorens (SoulStice)
To say that SoulStice spits knowledge would be an understatement; after all, he does have a Masters Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering and holds down a position with the Department of Defense. Recently named a “Modern Day Technology Leader” at the 2010 Black Engineer of the Year Awards, SoulStice has assumed a unique position of leadership in two very different fields - engineering and music. Since he started his independent label, Wandering Soul Records, SoulStice has been a fixture on the hip hop scene with 5 LP releases, features in just about every major hip hop publication and website and tours in the US, Europe and Japan.
Since the release of his 2003 debut album, North by Northwest, SoulStice has been featured in XXL Magazine, The Source, URB, Scratch, Elemental, Ballerstatus.com, Allhiphop.com and most other tastemaker hip hop publications and websites. Renowned journalist Tavis Smiley has even taken an interest, dubbing SoulStice and his music as “enlightened…outside the norm.” Energetic live performances and chart-topping college radio singles have served alongside the press coverage to create an impressive buzzSince the release of his 2003 debut album, North by Northwest, SoulStice has been featured in XXL Magazine, The Source, URB, Scratch, Elemental, Ballerstatus.com, Allhiphop.com and most other tastemaker hip hop publications and websites. Renowned journalist Tavis Smiley has even taken an interest, dubbing SoulStice and his music as “enlightened…outside the norm.” Energetic live performances and chart-topping college radio singles have served alongside the press coverage to create an impressive buzz. In early 2006, SoulStice and Wandering Soul Records caught the interest of Neil Levine, head of Urban Marketing at EMI, leading to a national distribution deal through EMI/Caroline. SoulStice has also developed a loyal overesas fanbase, leading to several international tours and distribution partnerships, including Universal Music in Japan. SoulStice’s song, “That Thang” was featured in the Oscar-Nominated film, “The Blind Side” starring Sandra Bullock, and his song “Always” was featured on the CBS hit show NCIS Los Angeles.
SoulStice makes what he insists is “commercial music” with awareness and attitude. Through this unique brand of hip hop, SoulStice documents his one-of-a-kind journey from the windy city of Chicago to the nation’s capitol of Washington, DC, and across the globe.
The book speaks about the life of a woman named Madison; she was born into a struggling marriage between her parents that led her into a generational curse. Madison spent her entire adult life seeking genuine love in all the wrong places; before her strongest desire was met. Madison found out through her faith that true love; is a gift from God. After-all; He (God) loved the world “so much” that He gave His only son.
Sadie E. Hamer is a mother of five, is faithful and dedicated in her personal commitment in building up the Kingdom of God. She continues in her employment of thirty-six years, currently as an instructor counselor and plans to retire in a few years. She continues to pursue her career as a writer, residing in Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Sadie E. Hamer
Author
Deborah Hardnett International
Deborah hails from Atlanta, Georgia, and has more than 20 years of varied business experiences: from sales and marketing to event planning, and real estate, Deborah always strives for the top. Her unwavering work ethic has enabled the development of multi-million dollar revenue producing companies. She serves as founder and CEO of Deborah Hardnett International, a global business development firm that helps entrepreneurs create winning strategies for success.
Deborah has authored the highly anticipated book, Wealthy Sistas Volume I – “13 Inspiring Stories That Prove You Can Do It Too” – Summer 2010. She created and hosts the inspiring radio show, Wealthy Sistas® . Wealthy Sistas is a weekly program that interviews 6 and 7-figure earning women of color. Deborah's main focus has been to be a student of people. She obtained her Bachelor's in Sociology with a minor in Anthropology from Georgia State University; pursued MBA studies at Keller University with a concentration in Human Resources; and received numerous civic and private association awards. Her extensive international travel has helped to develop a great appreciation for all cultures, as reflected in her training sessions held worldwide. She currently resides in the Metropolitan, D.C. area.
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