A Businessman with Big Dreams has his sights set on Amplifying his Brand in Las Vegas

Dec 23, 2023 | Books, Business

Acy Brown Expands his Multimedia Brand to the Las Vegas marketplace with his sights set on the Big Game and Beyond!

Acy Brown Expands His Brand To Vegas and Beyond

Acy Brown Expands His Brand To Vegas and Beyond

LAS VEGAS – Dec. 22, 2023 – PRLog — Acy Brown, acclaimed businessman and film executive, is hoping to tap into the lucrative business sector in Las Vegas as he launches his new documentary project in early 2024.

When it comes to his brand, Acy has a vision as big as the sky. He has earned his stripes in the modeling industry, as well as in the business world; And now he is blazing new trails in the film industry. Acy along with his co-Executive Producer, Anthony Little, have created a new documentary, The Art of Business: The Best of Both Worlds, that is set to be released in February of next year.

With Las Vegas being the host city for the upcoming NFL Super Bowl, Acy sees this as the ideal time and place to heighten his visibility on the West Coast. He is keenly aware that positioning his product, which in this case is his documentary, in front the massive viewership that the Big Game generates would be the ultimate touchdown for his company. And while scoring a television ad during the Super Bowl might be an improbable endeavor at this juncture, Acy believes that with business savvy, and effective marketing strategies he can amplify his brand to shine brighter than the Las Vegas Strip!

As a seasoned businessman, Acy is clearly cognizant of the benefits of expanding his brand to the Vegas marketplace. Here’s why: Southern Nevada’s economic competitiveness is a key contributor to the region’s growth. Trends in current population, employment and gross domestic product reveal an expanding regional economy, and in-migration data suggest the Las Vegas metropolitan area is an attractive destination for new residents and businesses alike.

Moreover, Southern Nevada’s continued growth and diversification have made it a prime region for business relocation. A recent study found that Las Vegas was the top destination for businesses leaving California, accounting for double the number of moves of any other location. Between 1990 and 2019, 2,832 firms moved from California to Las Vegas. The aforementioned statistics confirm the fact that exploring business opportunities in Las Vegas is a smart business move for Acy’s multimedia company, which includes the Acy Brown Media Group [ABMG].

For his first ABMG production project, Acy joined forces with Anthony Little of Charlotte, North Carolina to create this riveting and transformative documentary, The Art of Business: The Best of Both Worlds. This notable film captures the essence of grit, determination, resilience, camaraderie, and next-level business acumen. Throughout the documentary, the viewer is taken on an eventful journey through the lives of two businessmen who have managed to successfully build their empires despite setbacks, hardships, unforeseen tragedies, and familiar loss. Through it all, Acy and Anthony have emerged as remarkably successful men, both personally and professionally.

In the documentary, we witness a bird’s-eye view of both of their lives. Acy’s life showcases his rural hometown of Chatham, whereas he wears many hats; including being a man of faith, a family man, a businessman, a caretaker, a commercial/fashion print model/actor and community activist. Acy parlays his business savvy into creating an expansive brand, despite being based in a small town. Conversely, Anthony’s backdrop of a thriving metropolis gives him far-reaching access to a myriad of professional resources that are available to him in Charlotte. The Art of Business: The Best of Both Worlds was borne out of their desire to work in tandem with one another to create a cinematic masterpiece that would inspire emerging business owners—as well as people from all walks of life— to tap into their God-given greatness to create a masterpiece of their own: In business and in life.

This captivating documentary is essential viewing for those of you who want more out of life. It will resonate with viewers who are determined to be successful in whatever environment they find themselves in. Anthony’s salient takeaway from the film is: “I want the viewers to understand that hard work is not only the key to success but also business entrepreneurship can take your imagination around the planet and give you insight on family values that will help you to understand that we are only passing through and that we must cherish the moment’s and plan for the future not the present.”

The Art of Business:The Best of Both Worlds was directed by Curt Braden, and was Executive Produced by Anthony Little and Acy Brown. For a sneak peek of this “Anointed, Timeless, Masterpiece” check out the film’s trailer, by clicking this link: https://youtu.be/iTaiVgzIhEg Connect with Acy and Anthony via InstaGram @AcyBrown and @anthony33little; YouTube @captonbrandsnetwork7675; Facebook The Art Of Business The Best Of Both Worlds

Harriet Tubman Effect Reparations Season and Lantern Library

Dec 23, 2023 | Books, Business

By: Harriet Tubman Effect, Inc.

Conversation with VP Tia Powell Harris-City Center

Conversation with VP Tia Powell Harris-City Center

NEW YORK – Dec. 22, 2023 – PRLog — In the efforts to dismantle systematic oppression, the Harriet Tubman Effect (HTE), a human resource center and institute for justice advocacy and research, garnered by renowned cultural and educational institutions, by producing participatory-action research and human resource initiatives and reallocating wealth to Black and Brown DEI consultants across American industries, hosted by Lincoln Center Theater (LCT) presented the Lantern Library Pop-Up & Storytelling Festival: Event to Dismantle Systematic Oppression at Claire Tow Theater at Lincoln Center Theater.   In attendance at the Lantern Library were employees from City Center, MCC, Lincoln Center Theater, New York Theater Workshop, Entertainment Community Fund, Maestra, The Public, Business of Broadway, No Guarantees, Black Theater United, RISE, Broadway Advocacy Coalition, Claim Our Space Now, Waterwell, Rev Latina, Producers Hub and Weymouth Watson.

Lantern Library is not only a partnership with LCT but a showcase of the amazing leaders at HTE. A pop-up museum and multi-faceted education experience for guests who are interested in dismantling systemic oppression, the library is led by a team of 54 rotating researchers called Founders, Fellows, and Justice Advocates. The two-day event was designed to help leaders engage with equity education and storytelling around healthy performing arts venues and systems change and advocacy.  The Lantern Library is designed to help leaders engage with stories of the past to help our problem-solving and equity work of the future and to provide BIPOC leaders a space to network, share their work, and recruit employment opportunities.  The Lantern Library serves as an orchestrated network for the practice of reallocating wealth across identities and professions.  The two-days included multiple education seminars falling under three categories, healing, advocacy and history. Guests engaged in these egalitarian style facilitated sessions that offer best practices, strategies, and information for sustainability in dismantling systemic oppression.

Day One consisted of a curated group of actors, administrators and audience members given tools, scripts, dialogue prompts to navigate a variety of case studies underneath a methodology of Founder, Nicole Johnson’s doctoral research called The Playmaker Method.  The Playmaker method is an immersive practice environment that allows participants to explore their storytelling techniques for dismantling systemic oppression.

Day Two consisted of Equitable Practices for Swings featuring Kellen Stancil (Lion King), Dwyane Cooper (Sweeney), Erin Rosenthal (Grey House), Joanna Carpenter (Sweeney), Megan Ort (Sweeney), and HTE Cate Benioff (Chicago Tour). Stage manager wellness, led by Manager Justin Scribner with over 30 stage managers assembled to engage in conversation about knowing one another and knowing who is committed to this work.  Vanessa Pereda, playwright, Founder at HTE and educational theater leader hosted Indigenous Advocacy to theater professionals about Land Back through the HTE 4 pillars of wealth (social, health, time, financial); a concept that she has been refining to activate community members and edify indigenous communities. CSA’s Julie Tucker led the panel discussion on unconscious bias in the casting process. After lunch, Morghan from BTU and Phoebe from Weymouth Watson led a community exercise around navigating healthy ecosystems from an entry point in theater of navigating the challenges of being young leaders of color in this evolving industry and culminated with a presentation from the Entertainment Community Fund introduced resources for healthy productions in New York. The day ended with our City Center Sponsored Accessibility in Performing Arts Venues featuring Access Broadway’s Maria Porto, freelance Dazzle Kailyn-Aaron Lozano, ASL interpreter coordinator Joanne Deane, and Blind Advocate Shane Dittmar introduced by VP of Education Tia Powell Harris from City Center with a panel discussion emphasizing the need for disability-led consulting and departments in performing arts venues and further illuminating our industry’s struggles with ableism.

About the Harriet Tubman Effect (HTE)

The Harriet Tubman Effect

, founded and led by DEI Director Nicole Johnson, is a human resource center and institute for justice advocacy and research. Their mission is to dismantle systemic oppression by producing participatory-action research and human resource initiatives and reallocating wealth to Black and Brown DEI consultants across American industries. HTE is home to 54 researchers, artists, and educators who provide workplaces and communities with consulting services and support to build capacity for effective DEI practices across five sectors: theatre, K-12, higher education, houses of worship, and corporations. In partnership with HTE, production companies are able to shift policies and practices, activate internal inclusion initiatives, and challenge traditional workplace culture to ensure equity and wellness.

www.harriettubmaneffect.com

Natic Taylor & Company

Dec 22, 2023 | Books, Business

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Dec. 21, 2023 – PRLog — Natic Taylor & Company, LLC, a CPA firm in Alpharetta, Georgia, is proud to announce that Samantha Patterson, who has been with the firm since December, 2013 & has served as the Company’s Office Manager, has successfully completed the Internal Revenue Service’s Enrolled Agent course on the United States Tax Code & Income Tax Law & Preparation for Corporations, Partnerships, LLCs, & Individual & Personal Income Tax Returns. She has successfully passed all three parts of the Examination, & has received the title of Enrolled Agent (E.A.) and is now admitted to provide Representation before the IRS for taxpayers. The Firm would like to take this opportunity to Congratulate her on this most arduous Achievement. Sam will continue with the Firm in her new role as a Tax Professional serving our business & individual clients.

The Firm is also proud to announce our new addition to our staff & taking the place of Sam at the front desk, Cameron (Cami) Mirabelli. Cami comes to us with experience in this field having various professional positions with other Professional firms. We are extremely excited to include Cami in our firm as our most recent hire and now as part of our family, here at NTC. She will be the new face, welcoming all our clients.

Natic Taylor & Company is also proud to announce a couple milestones reached:

Samantha Patterson, known to everyone as simply, Sam, not only accomplished passing a rigorous three-part Exam to obtain her E.A., but this past December marked Ten (10) years of service with the firm. At our Christmas Dinner, we were proud to present Sam with an Award for those ten years of service inscribed with the words Paragon. We are so proud of Sam.  She has, and continues to be, a beacon of excellence and a shining light. She now enjoys her own office beside Philip’s.  It took a lot to get to that office, and for her, it was well worth it! Sam will continue to do great things.

And speaking of Philip, this coming May will mark Philip’s twentieth (20) year with our firm.  His accomplishments are too numerous to list. So much so, that in a very short period he made Partnership, as is evident by his name in the firm.  He is indeed a success story, not just for the practice itself, but for the impact he has on all of our clients who rely continuously on his advice & expertise.  There are so many accolades that we can mention, but instead will close with the following:  We couldn’t wait until May, so we decided to present Philip with his 20 – Twenty year Award at our Christmas Party.  Inscribed, also, the very word that defines he & Sam alike:   Paragon.

Please join me in congratulating both Philip & Sam, & welcoming Cami to Sam’s previous position.

https://www.natictaylor.com/

Uniitze.com™ creates Shipping Rate Reduction Act of America SRRAA

Dec 22, 2023 | Books, Business

Small Business Owners are being forced out of business due to High Shipping Rates.

Uniitze.com

Uniitze.com

DALLAS – Dec. 21, 2023 – PRLog — Small Business Shipping Rate Reduction Act of America – SRRAA

Small Business Owners are being forced out of business due to High Shipping Rates.

Large Corporations enjoy greatly reduced Shipping Rates, including partnerships with the United States Postal Service USPS.  Because of these Enormous Costs, Hundreds of Thousands of Small Business Owners can’t compete, and have shut down.  E-commerce is the Future, and Shipping Costs are Essential to a Small Businesses Survival.

Uniitze.com™, a company specializing in uniting People & Businesses Across America, is the main sponsor for SRRAA, and is asking the Department of Justice DOJ, Federal Trade Commission FTC & Small Business Administration SBA, to help reduce Shipping Rates through the USPS.

This reduction in Shipping Rates would be accomplished by the DOJ, FTC & SBA partnering with the USPS, and establishing special Shipping Rates for Small Business Owners Across America.

The DOJ has recently filed a lawsuit against Amazon because they think Amazon is too large, and they are hurting Small Business Owners Across America. Well, if things don’t change Soon, Amazon will be even larger than they are now.

At the same time, Facebook/Meta, Snapchat & Shopify, recently announced a partnership with Amazon to offer product Fulfillment and Shipping for Small Business Owners on their platforms, thus, Americans & American Small Business Owners depend heavily on Amazon to provide Shipping around the U.S., which directly contradicts the DOJ’s lawsuit against Amazon.

If the SBA, would partner with the USPS directly, Small Business Owners would not need to rely on companies like Amazon for reduced Shipping Costs.

The USPS is not directly owned by the U.S. Govt., however, they are funded by the U.S. Govt., which is funded by U.S. taxpayers.

It’s time the Small Business Owners who pay their taxes, get a direct benefit from reduced Shipping Rates through the USPS, and can stop relying on large corporations, like Amazon, to ship their goods to customers.

For most Small Business Owners, they rely heavily on e-commerce to stay open, however, the cost of Shipping forces them to raise their prices, and makes them unable to compete.

Small Business Owners can’t sell products for $15, pay $5-$7 in Shipping Costs, when companies like Amazon pay $.50-$1.00 or less to ship that same product.

It’s time the DOJ, FTC & SBA work with the USPS, help Small Businesses Thrive, Not Hope They Survive, because Small Businesses are the Economic Engines of America.

As of July 2023, USPS launched new pricing, which still causes Small Businesses to be uncompetitive.  Read their recent price change, and news release:

In July 2023, the Postal Service successfully launched USPS Ground Advantage, a new shipping offering which provides a simple, reliable, and more affordable way to ship packages. – FACTS, the rate is $5.91+ with Tracking Number, for a Small Envelope with an item or items less than 14oz inside it.

AND THAT IS THEIR NEW PRICING!

If the USPS Offered US Taxpayers & Small Businesses FREE Shipping, the US Govt., ie U.S. Taxpayers, would pay around $86 Billion annually to cover “ALL” USPS costs.

So, remember that the next time you hear the U.S. sent another country or countries $85+ Billion dollars in aid!! The Entire U.S. Economy, Annually, is around $20 Trillion dollars, which SMALL Businesses play a HUGE role in that amount, or once did!

Now, most Small Businesses are closing their doors or relying on Amazon to fulfill and ship their products! They simply have NO OTHER CHOICE!!

This is Not a Left Wing or Right Wing issue, this is an American issue!

Uniitze.com™, is asking for your support in signing this petition. The best way to demand change is with millions of Americans & American Small Businesses to support the SRRAA.

Thank You in advance for Your Support!

Click to sign https://chng.it/fqmncZ26k2

Rising rap artist Imgonefishing hooks Cannes award winning filmmaker Carlos A. Hurtado for new video

Dec 22, 2023 | Books, Business

Featuring competitive ballroom dancers Nikolas Constantine and Ukrainian war refugee Kateryna Osminina

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LOS ANGELES – Dec. 21, 2023 – PRLog — Imgonefishing, the rising young rap and hip hop artist from San Diego teams up with multi-award winning Carlos Alberto Hurtado on the music video for ‘Double Life,’ the world premiere of which is December 21, 2023.

Watch video “Double Life” https://youtu.be/fX_HTADPB1E?si=iAf2FKfhn0R0fZu7

Featured in the ‘Double Life’ music video are competitive ballroom dancers Nikolas Constantine and Kateryna Osminina, the latter a refugee from war torn Ukrain.

The viewer is instantly drawn into the ‘Double Live’ video, captivated from beginning to end by Imgonefishings triumphant lyrics, the steaming jazz saxophone, the sultry ballroom dance moves all captured in a multicolored dream in sharp dark future psychedelic imagery that has become a calling card of filmmaker Carlos A. Hurtado.

The young San Diego rapper who is a fan of Hurtado’s films states, “I was really impressed by Carlos’ past works, some featuring bolero dancers, some with dreamy water choreography, and even his animated stuff, they all have this beautiful blend of shadows and colors.” Say’s Imgonefishing, “I told Carlos I wanted it all, everything he’s done in the past, even the stuff he’s planning on doing, the ideas he’s shared with me about his future projects, I told him I wanted it all condense into my music video. That’s a huge request, but he nailed it!”

Hurtado comments on the ease of making the music video. “When I heard the lyrics, they were so relatable, yet boastful, as if they could be stated looking in the mirror as a morning affirmation, or proudly shouted from the stage in front of a packed arena, I just envisioned a faceless Imgonefishing in the shadows so the viewer or listener could place their self in his spotlight.’ Hurtado remarks about Constantine’s and Osminina’s dancing, “when I heard that sax, I instantly envisioned some sexy ballroom dancers bringing the video alive.”

About Imgonefishing
A rising artist from San Diego, Imgonefishing was surrounded by music from an early age. He was exposed to a wide range of genres, from hip-hop to rock, and he quickly fell in love with the power of music to tell stories and evoke emotions. As he got older, Imgonefishing began to experiment with different sounds and styles, blending elements of his favorite artists, including Xavier Wulf, XXXTentacion, Mac Miller, and Lil Peep, to create something unique and entirely his own. He drew inspiration from the world around him, crafting lyrics that spoke to the struggles and triumphs of everyday life. With his eclectic sound, and infectious energy, he has captivated audiences both online and in person. And with his relatable lyrics and catchy melodies he shows no signs of slowing down any time soon.

IG: imgonefishingg
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/imgonefishing/1358916005
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vwcc98q8d3YqQ7p1LD4l2?si…
Sound Cloud:
https://on.soundcloud.com/CHYDN

About the Dancers
Kateryna Osminina, born in Melitipol Ukraine, is professional dancer/teacher. A repeated champion of Ukraine, Kateryna took part in many international competitions. At the moment she is a member of the WDC organization and holds a certificate for master of sports in Ballroom Dancing.

Nikolas Constantine, born and raised in Los Angeles California, started his dance training at the age of nine years old in Classical Ballet and Latin Ballroom dance. Nikolas also trained in Kyiv ballet school, is a United States National Finalist in U21 Latin category and the duo take part in many international competitions.

About Director Carlos Alberto Hurtado
Carlos Hurtado is a Mexican American, Cannes Film Festival/American Pavilion award-winner (Hollygrove) whose work has been featured on ABC, CNN, Univision, Azteca, Telemundo, Spectrum News, Playboy Radio, LATV, Moviemaker Magazine, Estrella TV and Alegría Magazine.

His filmmaking career has amassed over 200 Nominations from National & International film festivals, and he has won over 63 Awards as a Director. Carlos was selected in 2014 as one of the Top 200 directors’ finalists for the HBO show “Project Greenlight” [from executive producers Ben Affleck & Matt Damon].

In 2020, Carlos was selected as a Finalist from over 700 applications for the Commercial Directors Diversity Program CDDP @cddprogram. In 2021, Carlos was awarded a Directing contract to direct a feature length movie based on a script that had previous won the Academy Nicholl Fellowship Screening Award. Shortly after, he was signed by APA talent agency which is one of the top 10 talent agencies in the world

While the awards, recognition, and continued prosperity are well worth celebrating, Carlos Hurtado is most rewarded when he can share his talent for filmmaking with community-based organizations and the amazing people they serve. http://carloshurtadofilms.com/.

Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson Releases Second Installment Of The Popular Affirmed Series

Dec 21, 2023 | Books, Business

The “Affirmed Vol. 2: 365 Positive Thoughts & Actions to Start Your Day” daily manifestation journal provides one year’s worth of affirmations and lessons to help guide its readers to success

DALLAS – Dec. 20, 2023 – PRLog — Just in time for the holidays and new year planning, best-selling author and career coach Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson, releases her highly anticipated book, “Affirmed Vol. 2: 365 Positive Thoughts & Actions to Start Your Day” to provide a blueprint to individuals looking to embrace the power of positive talk and manifestation. Now available for sale on the Amazon platform, the book is a daily source of inspiration that comes complete with an affirmation, scripture, lesson, and journal lines for every day of the week. Affirmed is transformative and empowering body of work that serves as a beacon of inspiration, guiding readers on a profound journey to discover and unleash their untapped potential and becoming one step closer to walking in their purpose authentically and unapologetically.

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, “Affirmed Vol. 2” emerges as a powerful source of motivation, providing readers with the tools and insights needed to overcome obstacles, set audacious goals, and create a life of purpose and fulfillment. Drawing from Dr. Polote-Williamson’s personal experiences and the wisdom she has garnered over the years as an in demand thought leader and success expert, the book offers practical strategies for personal development and success through self-improvement and manifestation.

“When I began the journey of creating Affirmed Vol. 2 I knew that my audience was eager to have a plan of action that spoke to them in a practical manner and provided them with the insight and direction that they needed to usher in their success,” says Dr. Polote-Williamson. “Just as Affirmed Vol. 1 changed the lives of the over 33,000 people that purchased the first installment of this transformative series, volume two will take readers to a place of introspection and inspiration and help them reach the levels of success that they so rightfully deserve.”

Key Features of “Affirmed Vol. 2” Include:

Proven Strategies: The book presents a comprehensive toolkit of proven strategies to help readers navigate challenges, overcome self-doubt, and achieve their dreams.

Practical Exercises: “Affirmed Vol. 2” is not just a book to read but a guide for action. Readers will find practical exercises and activities to apply the principles discussed, ensuring tangible results in their lives.

Mindset Mastery: The book explores the power of mindset and provides actionable steps to cultivate a positive and resilient mindset that is essential for personal growth.

Life-Changing Insights: With a blend of motivational wisdom and practical insights, Dr. Polote-Williamson imparts life-changing lessons that empower readers to take control of their destinies and design the life they desire.

“Affirmed Vol. 2” was written with the intention of inspiring individuals to break free from limitations, discover their true potential, and embark on a journey of personal transformation. The book is a roadmap for anyone seeking to live a life of purpose, passion, and fulfillment and is available now at via the online retailer Amazon.

For additional information please visit www.cherylpwilliamson.com.