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More than 600 guests filled the newly-renovated Imperial Ballroom
of the Marriott Marquis in downtown The celebration commemorated the evolution of Black Atlanta’s leading source of relevant business news from its beginnings to the present day. Opening the evening with a VIP reception sponsored by Coca-Cola Enterprises and Tezon Tequila, publisher Pat Lottier hosted an intimate gathering to welcome special guest Earl G. Graves Sr., chairman and publisher of BLACK ENTERPRISE Magazine. During the gala, attendees were entertained by R&B and Jazz ensemble 5 Men on a Stool, and inspired by the Graves’ rousing keynote address praising Lottier for molding the publication into “a unique and effective vehicle for African-American economic advancement.” “The credit belongs to
all those who have contributed to the magazine over the last two decades — to the writers, editors, advertisers and
sales staff who make sure endeavors possible,” Graves said. “But it all had to start with a vision ...”
Keynote Speaker: Earl G. Graves Sr.,
Mistress of Ceremonies: Monica Pearson, Anchor, WSB-TV Evening News Master of Ceremonies: Silas “SiMan” Alexander, host of Si-Man After Dark on WAMJ 102.5 Special Performance by Five Men on a Stool Unveiling of 20th Anniversary Commemorative Painting Silent Auction for 20 Exciting (Proceeds benefit
Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine's 20th Anniversary
Commemorative Painting - "Decision Makers"
Join
us in congratulating Kerream Jones!
Kerream
Jones was born in Reading, Pa. Beginning as an illustrator, his younger years were spent creating and emulating cartoon and
comic book characters. Jones' interest in painting was not born until his first year of high school. It was in an art class
under the guidance of a very enthusiastic art instructor that he was introduced to painting.
The commemorative print is available for $20.00
Purchase your copy of the commemorative print here!
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