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We must join the crusade to reform healthcare.(publisher's page)
When my friend AARP CEO A. Barry Rand joined President Barack Obama at the White House in June as the president announced a landmark agreement to lower drug costs for older Americans. I was both ple . . .

When it's time to have that talk with mom & dad.(Executive Memo)
There's an old saying that s always stuck with me: Once a man, twice a child." It succinctly states that we are dependent on parents or guardians for our care and feeding as young children, and as w . . .

We mean business.(About This Issue)(Editorial)(Conference notes)
This issue marks the 39th anniversary of BLACK ENTERPRISE magazine. We couldn't think of a better way to commemorate our publication's birth than to reach back to our roots: wealth-building through . . .

We need to know.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
IN THE PAST, THE MONEYWISE section did a wonderful job of tracking the gains and losses of financial advisers, analysts, stockbrokers, and other industry experts. Articles followed initial investmen . . .

The race debate continues.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] IN THE MAY 2009 ISSUE (LETTERS), ED PIGUT wrote that President Barack Obama is America's first biracial president, not its first black one. I wish Mr. Pigut would open his . . .

Motivated for change.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
ED GORDON, THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTERVIEW with Education Secretary Arne Duncan on Our World with Black Enterprise. You raised several issues and I plan to send Mr. Duncan my views from an educator's p . . .

Write it right.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
THE ARTICLE, "BLACK WOMEN More Affected by Domestic Violence," in the Talking Points section (May 2009) was very offensive to law-abiding black men who are trying to do the right thing. Yes, black w . . .

African Americans love to tweet.(talking points: What You Need To Know)(using Twitter)(Table)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Twitter is the leader of the pack among African American social networkers, according to a study by the Pew Internet and American Life Project, an initiative of the Pew Rese . . .

Tech workforce lacks diversity.(talking points: What You Need To Know)(Table)
Minorities are a small fraction of high-technology workforces, especially at the senior level in Silicon Valley, California, shows a recent study from the Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technolo . . .

More blacks see themselves as "haves".(talking points: What You Need To Know)(Table)
There's a surge in optimism among Americans since Barack Obama was elected. Pew Research Center's latest poll shows Americans are more upbeat in their perceptions of the country as being divided in . . .

Multiracial Americans fastest growing group.(talking points: What You Need To Know)(Brief article)
Americans who self identify as multiracial are on the rise. According to the latest U. S. Census estimates, multiracial Americans are the fastest growing demographic group, up 3.4% from 4.9 million . . .

Repairing shattered trust: the Obama administration's rewrite of the financial rule book could mean greater consumer protection.
IF THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION HAS ITS way, your relationship with money is about to change----quite possibly for the better. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In the largest rewrite of financial regulation s . . .

Have no fear: TIPS offer a way to hedge against inflation.(INVESTING)
PERHAPS YOU'VE NOTICED RECENTLY THAT THE INVESTMENT landscape has been long on turbulence and short on stability. It's in times like these that investors often seek out shelter in sound, conservativ . . .

Can you hear me now? Morningstar analyst Imari Love gives the 411 on international telecom stocks.(STOCK PICKS)(Interview)
YOU SEE IT ALL AROUND YOU. KIDS are doing their homework on devices smaller than the Sony Walkman you had in high school. They're posting YouTube videos from their iPhones. They're sending out resum . . .

Money matters.(QA)(Brief article)(Column)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I'm looking to save $20,000 by my 50th birthday in 2013. I've recently started putting money into an ING Bank savings account, direct deposit $55 bi-weekly. I want my deposi . . .

Five ways to cut wedding costs: your big day can look like a million bucks--without the huge price tag.(CONSUMER LIFE)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WHEN AUBREY WHITTEN AND Major LeGrand got engaged in May 2008, they knew they wanted a traditional Saturday evening, sit-down dinner reception. But when Whitten, 27, a marke . . .

Ask your advocate.(QA)(tax deduction from buying a car)(Brief article)(Column)
I plan to purchase a car later this year. Can you explain to me the new sales tax deduction for vehicle purchases to relieve consumers who buy cars? How will I benefit from a car purchase? --R. Sa . . .

No excuses: everything you need to know now!(ENTRPRENEURS CONFERENCE)(Entrepreneurs Conference andExpo)(Conference notes)
More than 1,000 professionals, business owners, and aspiring entrepreneurs ventured to Detroit for the 2009 BLACK ENTERPRISE Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo hosted by General Motors and ExxonMobil. . . .

Let's talk money: social networking sites focus on personal, business finances.(HOW DO I ...)(Mint, Geezeo and Wesabe)
THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO BECOME more financially aware and responsible. Fortunately, for those too terrified to look at retirement accounts, a group of chatty (and free) financial manag . . .

Microsoft hopes to elevate America: program provides vouchers for tech training, certification.(TECH NEWS)
MICROSOFT HAS ANNOUNCED AN INITIATIVE THAT will offer free technology training for up to 2 million people over the next three years. Dubbed Elevate America, the program is part of Microsoft's effort . . .

Cyberwise.(QA)(Brief article)(Column)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I have profiles on Linkedln, Twitter, and Facebook and also maintain a blog, but I find that keeping up my social networking presence is time-consuming and frustrating. Shou . . .

Lessons in leadership: a seasoned executive shares a proven philosophy for any environment and culture.(EXECUTIVE SUITE)(Intervi
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A. BARRY RAND Title CEO, AARP Location Washington, D.C. Age 64 Power Play Has served as chairman and CEO for two other major firms: Avis Group Holdings Inc. in 1999 . . .

Authentic networking: how you can build and maximize your contacts in today's economy while remaining genuine.(MAKING CONNECTION
WITH THE UNEMPLOYMENT RATE THE highest it's been in 25 years--9.4% in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics those who still have jobs are concerned about their future and those out o . . .

Since you asked.(QA)(lawyer's career change)(Brief article)(Column)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I've practiced law for the past 20 years but would like to work overseas for the remainder of my career. My specialty was not international law and I'm not sure how to seek . . .

Quincy Allen.(ON THE MOVE)(chief executive officer of Vertis Communications)(Brief article)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Quincy Allen New Position: Chief Executive Officer Organization: Vertis Communications Location: Baltimore Former Position: President of Global Business and Strategi . . .

John Comissiong.(ON THE MOVE)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John Comissiong New Position: Director ofMarket Outreach Organization: Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Location: Milwaukee Responsibilities: Oversees the development of st . . .

Kenneth W. Austin.(ON THE MOVE)(executive vice president of Thurgood Marshall College Fund Inc. )(Brief article)
Kenneth W. Austin New Position: Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Organization: Thurgood Marshall College Fund Inc. Location: New York Responsibilities: Oversees the int . . .

Susan Taylor Batten.(ON THE MOVE)(president of Association of Black Foundation Executives)(Brief article)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Susan Taylor Batten New Position: President and (EO Organization: The Association of Black Foundation Executives Location: New York Responsibilities: Provides the vi . . .

Ralph H. Cathcart.(ON THE MOVE)(partner at Ladas and Parry)(Brief article)
Ralph H. Cathcart New Position: Partner Organization: Ladas & Parry L.L.P. Location: New York Responsibilities: Oversees clients' intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrigh . . .

A unique consumer market: study reveals African immigrants may be an attractive, lucrative segment.(TRENDS)
TRADITIONALLY, MARKETERS SEE black people as a monolithic group. Few studies examine black diversity in terms of age or social stares; fewer still acknowledge our cultural diversity. After all, we a . . .

Opportunities in supplier diversity: innovation drives a business model for finding new companies.(DIVERSITY Q)(Interview)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DESPITE THE TENTATIVE ECONOMY, KAREN BLACKWELL, MANAGER OF supplier diversity and development for Nestle Business Services, North America, says businesses are searching for . . .

Continuing education: Kristan Murray boosts her income by earning a master's degree.(Wealth For Life)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Principle No. 2 I will maximize my income potential through education and training NO ONE KNOWS BETTER THAN KRISTAN MURRAY that a graduate degree can equal a higher sala . . .

Preparing for the future: Jason and Carol Wooden are expecting a bundle of joy. Will they be able to quit their day jobs early a
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WHEN JASON AND CAROL WOODEN married in October 2007, they pledged to remain faithful not only in love, but also financial matters. In order to start married life free of rev . . .

College finance 101: a crash course for parents: so, your high school graduate is heading off to college. Here are some ways to
LAST YEAR, CHAD ZIMMERMAN, THEN AN 18-YEAR-OLD HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR in Montclair, New Jersey, applied to nine colleges. "Chad managed the whole process," recalls his mother, Karin. "He chose schools w . . .

How to work for the federal government: 200,000 federal jobs will be created and filled over the next few years--here's how to g
AS A SENIOR STAFF OFFICER IN THE STRATEGY, plans, and policy division in the Pentagon Office of the Chief of Staff, Lillie Downs, plays an integral role in establishing intelligence community polici . . .

The winner's circle: our 2009 Small Business Award recipients share the secrets of their success.(SMALL BUSINESS)(Cover story)
PERSEVERANCE, DETERMINATION, AND RESILIENCE ARE ATTRIBUTES THAT ENTEREPRENEURS have had to wear as armor to get through this year and last. Our 2009 Small Business Award winners are no exception. Re . . .

Clear the way: the power and purpose behind developing a vision board.(PEAK PERFORMANCE)
IN JANUARY, LINDSEY C. HOLMES, owner of Newark, New Jersey-based brokerage firm LCH Real Estate (with an additional office in New York City), was frustrated by a slowdown in business. She knew she n . . .

Pep talk.(QA)(career development)(Brief article)(Column)
My wife wants to teach seminars in schools and colleges across the nation. She recently did a seminar for some college freshman, and now she feels stuck. How can she go about marketing her program a . . .

In the spirit: great tastes, cool packaging, and a spot to indulge. Here are summer suggestions for toasting the good life.(EXEC
NOTEWORTHY EXPERIENCES Brian Duncan and his business partners Dan Sachs and Executive Chef John Caputo enjoy wining and dining guests at their celebrated wine cafe, BIN 36, with seasonal fare and . . .

Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge.(All Access: Your Monthly Pass to B.E. Events, TV & Radio)(Brief article)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Network with more than 1,000 of the top African American business minds this Labor Day weekend at the 16th annual Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge! Taking plac . . .

Are you a campus star?(All Access: Your Monthly Pass to B.E. Events, TV & Radio)
BLACK ENTERPRISE wants you! Join the Black Enterprise College Rep team of talented superstar students just like you. Last year's all-star cast represented Morehouse College Grambling State Universit . . .

Where the jobs are.(All Access: Your Monthly Pass to B.E. Events, TV & Radio)(Brief article)
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BLACK ENTERPRISE recently released it's fifth tally of the top companies for diversity ("40 Best Companies for Diversity: Who's Hiring?" July 2009). According to the Bureau . . .

BE TV.(All Access: Your Monthly Pass to B.E. Events, TV & Radio)
This month on Our World with BLACK ENTERPRISE, we take a look at the National Urban League's 2009 State of Black America report, and on Black Enterprise Business Report we talk with Disney Hollywood . . .

Lincoln Small Business University.(All Access: Your Monthly Pass to B.E. Events, TV & Radio)
Whether you're interested in jump-starting a new venture, re-energizing your current business, or gaining the tools to become financially fit, register for the Lincoln Small Business University. Lin . . .

Back talk with Darryl Strawberry.(Interview)
THE HIGH POINTS OF DARRYL STRAWBERRY'S baseball career were often overshadowed by his low points off the field--colon cancer, substance abuse, depression, and domestic abuse--all of which found this . . .

The dropout epidemic: a crisis of human capital.(publisher's page)
As this issue of BLACK ENTERPRISE arrives in homes and offices and hits newsstands across the nation, many of you are preparing to celebrate a major rite of passage for many of the loved ones in you . . .

A commitment to self-preservation.(Executive Memo)
A year ago, I attended the funeral of a close friend. The 44-year-old former college athlete appeared to be the picture of health. But it took just four short, painful months from the day he receive . . .

Top talent need apply.(About This Issue)
Each month, the American public has met the U.S. Labor Department's unemployment reports with a great deal of apprehension. And with good reason: Since the recession began in December 2007, nearly 6 . . .

Not what I expected.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
AS A READER OF YOUR MAGAZINE for more than 20 years and a relatively new homeowner, I was very excited to see who won your fourth annual homeownership contest. When I read about the Bembrys I was di . . .

A useful resource.(Letters)(Letter to the editor)
I FOUND THE "FIXING THE ECONomy" article in the March 2009 issue of particular interest because I am always looking for innovative ways to help promote a healthy economy. BE keeps me abreast of the . . .