events | Saturday, May 19, 2007
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George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida de las Americas
Houston , TX 77002
Expo Starts at 12 Noon.
Tickets are $10 for adults & $5 for kids. Admission is FREE before 1:00 pm with a voucher from HEB or Frenchys.
Trip give-aways will take place at 5:30pm from the MAIN Stage.
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8:30am Houston’s past, present and future leaders in business, politics and community dialogue regarding the present state and future of Black Houston. Breakfast included. Click here for full details. |
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11:45am Houston Black Expo Ribbon Cutting Join members of the community, our sponsors, Houston leaders and the press, and be at the forefront of the excitement as we officially launch the Summer Celebration. |
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WaMu Stage [Home ownership] |
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1:00pm |
Home Buying Basics, Presented by the Houston Real Estate Association Learn all the in’s and out of the home buying process at this informative seminar. All attendees will receive a free certificate for down payment assistance. If you are in the market to buy a new home don’t want to miss this presentation. |
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2:00pm |
Knowing Your Credit and Mortgage Basic, Presented by WAMU Angela Singletary – Emerging Market Loan Consultant (WaMu) – Overview will consist of written information on “How to Know Your Credit” and getting ready for the Mortgage Process. |
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3:00pm |
"Jamaica, Once You Go You Know" Presented by District Sales Manager, Philip Rose |
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3:30pm |
Home Buying Basics, Presented by the Houston Real Estate Association Learn all the in’s and out of the home buying process at this informative seminar. All attendees will receive a free certificate for down payment assistance. If you are in the market to buy a new home don’t want to miss this presentation. |
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5:00pm |
Americans for the Family, Presented by Bill Lampe Learn how you can help protect families across America from major loss and how they can protect their largest asset for themselves and their family. This little known secret will also change how you think and plan for the future for your family. We’re hiring as we cannot keep up with the demand for this great product…full time or part time. This session will change your life!! |
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GRB Room 212 [Business Development] |
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12:30pm |
Learn How to Build Your Business Using Uncle Sams Money! Presented by Sonia Maldonado with the U.S. Small Business Administration If you need working capital for your business you cannot afford to miss this event. You may get the money you need for your business and we will show you ways on how to do it step-by-step in this informative workshop. You will learn of SBA’s Program and Services, and how to apply for SBA’s Loan Programs. |
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1:45pm |
Forecasters say that business on the Internet will reach the trillion-dollar mark within 10 years. This high-octane seminar will teach you how to:
Fran Harris, Ph.D. is a national business expert whose company Fran Harris Enterprises, offers an array of innovative business, marketing and coaching solutions to entrepreneurs, emerging businesses and Fortune 100 corporations. An inspirational speaker, author and business coach, Dr. Fran addresses over 100,000 individuals annually. To find out how to bring her transformational messages to your organization, visit www.franharris.com |
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3:00pm |
"The REMIX Retirement Plan" presented by Jeff Powell, Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor The 401(k) plan has become very popular among small-business owners as a result of changes made by the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 (EGTRRA). These changes have made the 401(k) plan, in comparison to most other retirement plans, more beneficial and flexible for the small-business owner. For the purposes of this seminar, we will refer to the 401(k) plan as the "Retirement Remix" Jeff graduated with a BA from Brockport College in 1998, and subsequently joined JP Morgan Private Bank New York office. Jeff moved his business to Merrill Lynch Private Client Group and joined the team to lead Merrill Lynch’s high net-worth individuals and families, and small institutions. Jeff is currently serving as a Financial Advisor, and a Certified Retirement Plan Specialist. Jeff remains active in the community and is currently involved in various non-profit organizations within the Houston medical community. He is also a member of the Urban Financial Services Coalition, United Way Project Blue Print Alumni, and the Leaders of Tomorrow’s Future. |
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4:15pm |
“Let’s Make a Deal” Brought to you by the Houston Citizens Chamber of Commerce & presented by Steve Brown from Unity Bank & Jeff Boney from WAMU Don’t make the same mistakes as many other businesses that may cost you an approval on your next loan application. Come to this dynamic seminar and learn how to build your business using your banks money. Attendees will learn practical steps to creating powerful loan presentations that will increase the likelihood of your banker saying YES! |
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Internet Marketing Riches: Building An Online Empire One Click At A Time presented by former WNBA Star Dr. Fran Harris
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Culinary Stage [Cooking Demonstrations] |
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1:00pm - 5:00 pm. Learn a new recipe or sample a tasty treat at one of several cooking demonstrations at the Houston Black Expo cooking stage featuring some of Houston’s hottest Chef’s, caterers, and restaurants. Cooking demonstrations begin every hour on the hour beginning at 1:00 and ending at 5:00 pm. FEATURING:
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Demo Stage [Dramatizations] |
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1:00pm |
“Meet Ms. Hariet Tubman” Dramatic Presentation, presented by Melissa Thibodeaux Ever wish you could meet iconic historical figures such as Hariet Tubman or Rosa Parks? Well here your chance. Learn about the life and times of two powerful woman that changed the course of history. |
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2:00pm |
Theatrical Presentation by the Ensemble Theatre Get a glimpse of The Ensemble Theatre’s dynamic production of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone by the late August Wilson. Set in a black boardinghouse in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1911, the play revolves around a group of characters that live in the boardinghouse seeking to find their ‘song.’. The scene being portrayed takes place between Reuben and Zonia, the two young people in the play who discuss the activities that take place in the house and how their lives are affected by them. |
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3:00pm |
“Meet Ms. Rosa Parks”, Dramatic Presentation presented by Melissa Thibodeaux Ever wish you could meet iconic historical figures such as Hariet Tubman or Rosa Parks? Well here your chance. Learn about the life and times of two powerful woman that changed the course of history. |
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Main Stage |
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3:30pm |
Part I - Health & Wellness of the Soul
Part II - Age Specific Procedures for Bringing the Body in Tune with the Soul |
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4:30pm |
Liquid Gold Hair & Fashion Review presented by The Organic Root Stimulator |
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5:30pm |
Opening acts include:
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The Role of Cosmetic Surgery in Rejuvenating the Soul, presented by
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Handle Ya Business Youth Summit presented by Party 104.9 Teens it’s all about you! Hear from your peers and the experts! The Teen Summit is your time to get the latest information on everything you need to know about college, money, health and social etiquette. There are prize giveaways and entertainment too. Click here for details.
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