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May is Small Business Month

Celebrate Entrepreneurship

8 tips for improving small business cash flow

Citizens Bank is marking Small Business Month by offering eightsimple small business cash flow tips.

“Managing cash flow is one of the most important yet under-appreciated challenges faced by small businesses,” said Quincy Miller,President of Business Banking for Citizens. “Companies that have accelerated their receivables, streamlined their payroll and establishedmore-advantageous payment terms and processes with their vendors,suppliers and customers have a definite competitive advantage in today’smarketplace, no matter their business.”

In many cases, with business owners focused primarily on day-to-dayoperations, cash flow is only a focal point when there is a problem. Butbusiness owners who establish proactive strategies for cash managementare able to avoid those problems and create new growth opportunitiesthrough reinvestment by making their capital work better for them.

Consider the following tips to improve cash flow: Understand your operating cycle – Regardless of size, every business

must deposit, monitor and manage cash; make payments; fund purchases;invest in their company; and receive payments. Reviewing and understanding each step in this cash flow cycle can help a company workmore efficiently.

Encourage faster payments – Can you provide an incentive or discount to customers or vendors to encourage them to pay faster? Thesooner a payment is received, the sooner you can put that revenue towork for your company. Collections services like lockbox also can helppost payments to your accounts more quickly.

Consider remote deposits - Some banks offer customers the opportunity to make remote check deposits from their mobile device,sparing them trips to the branch. This allows companies to save time and

to keep their workforce focused on operations – a benefit of particularimportance for companies with only a few employees.

Review your payroll process – If you pay your employees twice amonth instead of every other week, you will be managing 24 payroll periods instead of 26 during the course of a year, making your companymore efficient. Direct deposit of employees’ paychecks into their accounts can also create efficiencies.

Evaluate real-time wires - If your small business is buying or sellingoverseas, real-time wires may be an option in lieu of visiting a bankbranch. Some banks have the ability for customers to make ACH payments from their desk or office, which saves time and increases productivity.

Manage outgoing payments in an advantageous manner - Banks canhelp establish relationships with credit card companies that can speed uppayments from customers while giving additional timing or flexibility forrepayment to settle your account.

Look at opening a business credit card – A business credit card hasmany advantages, including the establishment of a clear separation ofbusiness and personal finances. In addition to providing clarity in the dayto day operations of your business, this arrangement can eliminate confusion during tax preparations. If you have employees with companycards, consider solutions that allow you to monitor, track and control theway those cards are used.

Have a Plan B – If you assume you can borrow funds to cover a cashshortfall, be sure to have a loan or line of credit set-up before the cash isactually needed. Waiting until the shortfall occurs leaves you in a ditch asmost financial institutions will hesitate to lend money when your business is already in financial straits.

Citizens Bank Marks Small Business Month

The Black Professionals News hosted a reception at the PrivLiv

Penthouse at the Bourse for professionals and business owners to

celebrate Small Business Month. The event featured a panel discussion

and networking reception.

Pictured are Earl Harvey Publisher BPN with guest speakers; Kimberly

Reed, CEO Reed Development; Bryant Greene, Owner, Always Best

Care Senior Services; co-host Michael Rice, Professional Networking

Associates and Reginald Siles, CEO, Spirit of a Dove Network.

The Ducky Birts Foundation hosted it's 9th Annual Scholarship Awards

Gala and Birthday Celebration for Ducky

David Birts (L) and Ducky Birts (R) present the 2015 Medallion Award

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The African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ & DE(AACC) has exceeded their membership goal of 400 members for the2014-15 fiscal year. The organization is now reporting a membership of405 members - a 78% increase in one year.

"We are excited about the growth of the AACC," states Steven ScottBradley, Chairman. "More businesses are joining because they understand the importance and relevance an organization like the AACCcan have on growing their business and contributing to the economic development of the region."

The AACC Board of Directors named Shalimar Thomas as the Executive Director in January 2013. Collectively, the new leadership andBoard of Directors work to ensure that the AACC remains an advocateand voice for African American businesses, while implementing valuableprograms that support businesses at various stages of development.

"This is the first step to make sure the AACC supports efforts to builda stronger Philadelphia," states Thomas. "The organization will nowwork to continue building membership, and ensure that we are producingquality businesses that are engaged, are able to help businesses meet theirdiversity goals, and understand the importance policy has on improving

business development in the region."Businesses and individuals join the AACC to have a voice in

legislation. In addition, their membership helps them connect with morethan $300 million in contract opportunities and some of the region's topbusiness and community leaders.

For three consecutive years, the AACC has been named one of thetop Chambers of Commerce is the region. In addition, the AACC continues to be the only Chamber of Commerce in Philadelphia with aspecific focus on African-American business development, and continuesto play a supportive role at helping organizations meet supplier diversitygoals.

"The Chamber continues to be an invaluable resource for myself andmy business," states Dewain Johnson, owner of 215 Media. "I've takenaway something beneficial to my development from each event I have attended and the support they've given to my business is just amazing.My membership is easily one of the best investments I make each year."

To learn more about the AACC, or to join, visit www.aachamber.orgor call (215) 751-9501.

African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ & DE Exceeds Membership Goals

Artist Barkley L. Hendricks, Kindred the Family Soul, and noted

children’s author Jacqueline Woodson amongst this year’s

Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees

Art Sanctuary unveiled the line-up for the 31st Annual Celebration ofBlack Writing Festival and the renowned authors, artists, and notedguests who will be highlighted as a part of this year’s programming. Thedistinguished festival, running May 1-May 31, 2015, will include:Wednesdays, 6-8pm in the Art Sanctuary Gallery: Four live ‘In the Sanctuary’ podcasts in with a few of the nation’s most well-known authors, including Sheila Moses, the author of “Dark Girls.”

Friday, May 15, 10-11am: the collaborative Hip H’Opera Showcasewith Opera Philadelphia.

Friday, May 15 at 7pm: an open-mic Sanctuary LIVE! in the ArtSanctuary Gallery.

Saturday, May 23, 10am-2pm: The Celebration of Black Writing Literary & Arts Conference at Temple University.

The 31st Annual Celebration of Black Writing Festival will also feature a month-long exhibition in the Art Sanctuary gallery, featuringthe work of noted contemporary artist Barkley Hendricks. The showcase‘Barkley L Hendricks: Oh Snap!’ will host some of Hendricks’ rarely

seen pieces, including landscapes and photographs.Along with featuring his work, Art Sanctuary proudly announced

Hendricks as one of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.Taking place on Friday, May 29, 7pm at the Temple Performing ArtsCenter, Art Sanctuary will honor some of the most distinguished authors,artists and musicians during the 2015 Celebration of Black Writing Lifetime Achievement Awards. This year’s honorees include Kindred theFamily Soul receiving the ‘Gamble & Huff Award for Excellence inSongwriting,’ and acclaimed children’s author Jacqueline Woodson earning the ‘Award for Excellence in Literature.’ Hendricks will acceptthe inaugural ‘Celebration of Black Writing Lifetime AchievementAward for Excellence in Visual Literacy.’

Each year, celebrated authors, journalists and artists from across theU.S. join Art Sanctuary for the Celebration of Black Writing Festival, oneof the oldest African-American literary events in the nation. The legendary event has grown immensely over the years, starting as a one-day gathering of authors and literary scholars to a month-long festivalfilled with programming for all ages, backgrounds and interests.

For more information on the 31st Annual Celebration of Black Writing Festival, visit www.artsanctuary.org.

Art Sanctuary Unveils Line-Up for 31st Annual Celebration of Black Writing


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On Wednesday, May 27, 2015, the African-American Chamber ofCommerce of PA, NJ and DE (AACC) will host its 2015 Annual Meetingand Awards Gala at the First District Plaza, located at 3801 Market Streetin Philadelphia. This year, R. Donahue Peebles, Founder, Chairman andChief Executive Officer of the Peebles Corporation will serve as thekeynote presenter, and be interviewed by Bill Anderson, Fox29 WeekendCo-Host. In addition, Alex Holley and Mike Jerrick, Co-Hosts of Fox 29News, will serve as the emcees for the program.

Peebles Corporation is the largest African American-owned real estate development and ownership company in the US, with a multi-billion dollar development portfolio of luxury hotels, high-rise residentialand commercial properties in New York City,Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Miami Beach, and Boston. InMay 2009, Forbes listed Peebles in the top ten of the wealthiest blackAmericans, and in January 2015 it estimated his net worth to be over$700 million.

“The AACC has been a tremendous force in the creation, growth andsustainment of economic opportunity for minorities and minority-ownedbusinesses,” said Peebles. “As this year’s Keynote Speaker – and a fellow entrepreneur who was once given a chance – it brings me greathonor to share my story and plan for building a lasting legacy while contributing to the AACC’s already-progressive program, and inspiringbusiness owners to be the catalysts for enduring opportunity.”

This year’s theme, Building Businesses. Creating Legacies, will highlight programs that helped businesses grow, hire and contribute tothe economic development in the region. In addition, the AACC will announce an upcoming initiative regarding programs created to addressthe increasing crisis on succession planning in the African American

business community.“Last year, part of the AACC’s

strategic plan was to focus on programs that helped more businesses move beyond the start-upstage,” states Steven Scott Bradley,AACC Chairman. “Now that we haveeffective, result-oriented programs in place, the AACC believes that now is a great time tofocus on helping these businesses create legacies.”

To assist with this effort, theAACC has partnered with various organizations, including the Urban Affairs Coalition, Pierce College andthe City of Philadelphia Office of Economic Opportunity.

“Creating strong strategic partnerships has been a top agenda item forthe AACC,” states Shalimar Thomas, Executive Director of the AACC.“Over the years, we have realized the greater impact we can have by collectively pooling resources and knowledge to have a noticeable impact on the demographic we serve.”

In addition to succession planning, the keynote presentation willfocus on topics that include involvement in policy, econimc inclusion andcapacity building. The AACC will also honor businesses and individualsfor their success in business and contribution to their community.

For additional information about the event, please contact (215) 751-9501 or visit www.aachamber.org.

African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ and DE (AACC) Announces

Keynote Speaker for 2015 Annual Meeting and Awards Gala

R. Donahue Peebles

The African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ and DE(AACC) will kick-off the Supplier Development Program series. Sponsored by Independence Blue Cross and AmeriHealth Caritas, theAACC Supplier Development Program focuses on key areas that contribute to minority business failure and aims to grow more businesseswho can hire within the communities they serve, and quickly serve theneeds of businesses looking to improve and grow their supplier diversityspend.

“The AACC is working to change a growing crisis in the regionwhere there is a stagnant number of minority businesses that cannot compete and grow their business to scale,” states Shalimar Thomas, Executive Director of the AACC. “By creating a supplier developmentprogram that helps develop established small businesses, the AACC isworking to get more minority businesses educated on the importance andimpact growing their business can have on the region.”

Research indicates that despite the promise with supplier diversity,both minority firms and large companies face challenges in building successful business relationships. Minority businesses are usually smallerand may not have the financial or physical resources to compete withlarge suppliers, therefore, companies may find it difficult to obtain minority suppliers who can provide sufficient scale and service.

“At Independence Blue Cross, we strive to attract business suppliersthat reflect the diversity of the community where we live and work, and

we are proud to support the African-American Chamber of CommerceSupplier Development series,” said Alan Krigstein, Independence executive vice president and chief financial officer. “We respect the diversity of our community and our customers and believe that we canserve them most effectively by embracing diversity within our company.Our corporate culture is one of openness, integrity, and respect where wevalue the contributions of talented business owners with varied backgrounds and viewpoints.”

The Supplier Development program is targeted and promote an ongoing message of sustainability, job creation and capacity building.Classes are taught by industry experts and topics include Industry MarketAnalysis, Developing a Growth Strategy, Developing Your ManagementTeam and Identifying the Problem. Those who complete the program areautomatically nominated for the Good to Grand Award, will have the application fee waived for the Preferred Members Program, receive access to suppliers who can assist you with obtaining larger contracts andlearn valuable techniques that will help grow their business and build capacity.

This program is open to both members and future members of theAACC. For additional information about the Supplier Development Program, or the AACC please contact (215) 751-9501 or visitwww.aachamber.org.

African-American Chamber of Commerce Announces Supplier Development Program

The Stage One Grant is offered to young professionals and start-upbusinesses interested becoming members of the African-AmericanChambers of Commerce PA, NJ, & DE (AACC). Those approved for thegrant will receive one year membership to the AACC, which includescomplimentary admission to various events and programs.

Those applying for the Stage One Grant must attend the Stage Oneorientation program in July 2015, the Women's or Men's Development

program in August and September 2015, the Refined program in October2015 and volunteer at, at least, one Stage One networking event. Also,start-ups must commit to applying for and, if accepted, completing theEntrepreneur Academy, which provides up to $6,500 in start-up capitalfor your business.For additional information about the AACC, pleasecontact (215) 751-9501 or visit www.aachamber.org.

The African-American Chamber of Commerce is Currently Looking for Young Professionals

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Top workplace diversity leader relays first-hand expertise to

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The Multicultural Affairs Congress (PHLDiversity), a division of thePhiladelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB), will explorethe breakdown and benefits of diverse leadership in the second installment of its Distinguished Diversity Speaker Series on May 21,5:30-7:30pm at the Sheraton Society Hill (1 Dock Street, Philadelphia,PA 19106). Over hors d’oeuvres and beverages, guests will whet their appetites with a thought-provoking lecture and frank conversation on"Diversity at The C-Level: How to Make it Work in The Hospitality Industry” with Gerry Fernandez, Founder and President of The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA).

The MFHA is an educational non-profit organization that promotesthe economic benefits of multicultural diversity in the restaurant, foodservice & lodging industry. Since founding The MFHA in 1996, Fernandez has distinguished the organization as the industry's mainsource for multicultural information and one of hospitality's most elite organizations. He has received numerous accolades, including theNation’s Restaurant News’ Innovator Award for founding The MFHA(2007) and Black Meetings & Tourism Magazine’s APEX Award for Distinguished Service (2008).

“At PHLDiversity, we understand the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and across sectors,” said Greg DeShields, Executive Director of PHLDiversity. “Diversity is more than a buzzword; rather, it is a business imperative that all professionals and companies must understand as it helps achieve quantifiable results. Withthe Distinguished Diversity Speaker Series, attendees will have thechance to learn best practices as it relates to effectively incorporating diversity practices into the workplace, and creating a culture that supports and celebrates inclusion.”

The PHLDiversity Distinguished Diversity Speaker Series was designed to provide Philadelphia hospitality professionals with the opportunity to hear from world-renowned scholars, dignitaries and diversity experts in order to open their minds and inspire a more inclusive community. After kicking off in March 2015 with Dr. HowardJ. Ross, Founder and Chief Learning Officer of Cook Ross Inc., the series will continue on Thursday, June 4 with Apoorva Gandhi, VicePresident of Multicultural Markets and Alliances of Marriott International.

To register, visit here. For more information on PHLDiversity or theDistinguished Diversity Speaker Series, visit www.phldiversity.com.

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The charming Victorian seaside town of Cape May, New Jersey, willtransform into a mecca of world-class music, fine wine and great food forhappy music fans May 29-May 31, 2015, for the 5th Exit Zero International Jazz Festival. The festival celebrates music with over 100international touring musicians descending on Cape May in an atmosphere similar to stylish, accessible European festivals. The perfectsize for a family-friendly festival, Exit Zero Jazz offers fest-goers the opportunity to stroll from venue to venue and revel in many styles ofmusic from jazz, soul, blues and R&B – not to mention the gorgeousocean setting of the National Historic Landmark city.

Exit Zero Jazz is produced by Spy Boy Productions, led by MichaelKline, who celebrated many summers in Cape May and returned in 2005from New Orleans: I wanted to offer something to Cape May to kick-offthe summer season and celebrate music. We want fest-goers to find theirsummer soundtrack right here at the Festival. The fest keeps growing,and we’re getting bigger ideas about where we want to take the music.We want visitors to Cape May to hear and feel the music Festival

weekend wherever they go in Cape May. We’re bringing a little of thatNew Orleans street party flavor to Cape May.

Named for the exit to Cape May off the Garden State Parkway, thefestival attracts a loyal, diverse audience of thousands from the majormetropolitan regions surrounding Cape May including New York City,Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C., all within a four or fivehour drive of Cape May. The Festival features Grammy Award-winners,living legends, NEA Jazz Masters, emerging jazz stars, international musicians and home-grown talent too.

Ticket Information. Tickets can be purchased by calling the CapeMay Convention Hall Box Office at (609)884.9563 or by visitingwww.exit0jazzfest.com. Hotel packages are available from CongressHall, the Official Hotel Partner of Exit Zero Jazz, and from Hotel Partners on the Festival site. Individual tickets are available to all CapeMay Convention Hall and Jazz at the Estate events. Festival Passes provide the best value for fest-goers: Duke’s Pass: $150 plus tax andticket facility fee Includes all headliners, club and Jazz at The Estateshows. Count’s Pass: $70 plus tax & ticket facility fee Includes Jazz atthe Estate and Pop’s Pass club shows. Pop’s Pass: $45 plus tax & ticketfacility fee Includes all Club Shows all weekend.

The Spring Exit Zero Jazz Festival Runs May 29-May 31

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State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., has been appointed as theHouse Democratic member of the Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority for the 2015-16 legislative session.

The PMBDA offers low-interest loan financing to businesses ownedand operated by ethnic minorities.

The recommendation to appoint Kinsey was made by House MinorityLeader Frank Dermody, D-Allegheny.

"The PMBDA mission is one that aligns with my goals as a state

representative," Kinsey said. "I look forward to having a say as I work tohelp increase the growth and success of minority-owned businessesacross the commonwealth. Entrepreneurship is a hard-fought goal formany Pennsylvanians, and I believe that the PMBDA can be that vehicleand play an integral role in helping minorities to realize their dreams.

"Minority success in entrepreneurship directly and positively affectsPennsylvania’s economic climate, and the jobs that they create make realdifferences in the communities we call home."

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Walnut Street Theatre concludes its landmark 206th season withBroadway’s rockin’ Tony Award-winning Best Musical, MEMPHIS. Directed and choreographed by Richard Stafford, this exhilarating musical begins previews on May 12th, opens on May 20th and runsthrough July 12th on the WST Mainstage.

From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee,comes a hot new musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing,irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspiredby actual events, MEMPHIS is about a radio DJ who wants to change theworld and a club singer who is ready for her big break. The show features an original score by Bon Jovi's David Bryan that evokes thepowerhouse funk of James Brown, the hot guitar riffs of Chuck Berry,the smooth harmonies of the Temptations and the silken, bouncy pop ofthe great girl groups of the period. It's time for the roof-raising rock 'n'roll musical, MEMPHIS!

Disc Jockey Dewey Phillips was one of the first white DJs to playblack music in Memphis during the 1950s. His story inspired DavidBryan (music and lyrics) and Joe DiPietro (book, music and lyrics) towrite the sensational musical MEMPHIS. Bryan is a founding member

and keyboardist of the legendary band Bon Jovi. Among DiPietro’s credits is Living on Love, currently running on Broadway starring RenéeFlemming, All Shook Up and Off-Broadway’s longest running production I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (book and lyrics).The pair first teamed up for The Toxic Avenger which opened Off-Broadway in April, 2009. Their latest project, Chasing the Song, had itsworld premiere last year at La Jolla Playhouse.

MEMPHIS opened on Broadway in October, 2009 to critical acclaimand ran through August 2012. The show won four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Original ScoreWritten for the Theatre and Best Orchestrations.

Richard Stafford returns to the Walnut as director and choreographer. MEMPHIS runs at the Walnut May 12 through July 12. This production is sponsored by Progressive Business Publications. PNC ArtsAlive is the Walnut’s Community Partner for MEMPHIS. Media Sponsoris NBC 10. For tickets and information, call 215-574-3550 or 800-982-2787. Tickets are also available online 24/7 by visitingwww.WalnutStreetTheatre.org or Ticketmaster.

Turn up that dial! The Tony Award-Winning Musical MEMPHIS Begins May 12!

Theatrical Productions and Broadway Philadelphia announced thattickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s THE LIONKING are on sale. Philadelphia’s most eagerly awaited return will onceagain leap onto the Academy of Music stage on May 20 for a limited engagement of four weeks through June 14.The opening night isThursday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. Broadway Philadelphia is presented collaboratively by the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and theShubert Organization.

In Philadelphia, THE LION KING will play Tuesday through Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00p.m., Sunday evenings at 6:30 p.m., matinees Saturday at 2:00 p.m. andSundays at 1:00 p.m. Additional weekday matinees are scheduled forThursday, May 21 and Thursday, June 11, both at 2:00 p.m. PremiumTicket Packages, which include a prime seat location, a commemorativesouvenir program and an exclusive merchandise item, are also available.

Tickets ranging in price from $28.50 to $159.50 will be available at

the Kimmel Center Box Office, Broad & Spruce Sts.(open daily 10 am to 6 pm) or at the Academy ofMusic box office, Broad & Locust Sts. (open duringperformances only), online atkimmelcenter.org/broadway, or by calling 215-731-3333. Orders for groups of twenty (20) ormore may be placed by calling 215-790-5883 or 866-276-2947.

Ticket buyers are reminded that the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and the Academy of Music are the only official retailticket outlets for all performances at the Academy of Music. Ticketbuyers who purchase tickets from a ticket broker or any third partyshould be aware that the Kimmel Center/Academy of Music is unable toreprint or replace lost or stolen tickets and is unable to contact patronswith information regarding time changes or other pertinent updates regarding the performance.

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Plus undefeated Bryant Perella, Gervonta Davis, John Magda, Kareem

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On Friday night,May 22, boxing returns to the Claridge in AtlanticCity with a full 10-bout card promoted by King's Promotions in association with DeeLee Promotions

In the main event, undefeated super bantamweight Juan "Baby Tito"Dominguez will take on Jonathan Perez in a bout scheduled for 8-rounds.

Dominguez of Brooklyn, New York has a perfect mark of 18-0 with12 knockouts,

The 29 year-old has risen up the ranks with quality wins such histhird-round stoppage over previously undefeated Gabriel Gomez (4-0).He also won the New York State Bantamweight title with a win over Arturo Santiago.

On February 16, 2013, Dominguez won the WBA Fedecaribe SuperBantamweight title with a 2nd round stoppage over Geyci Lorenzo.Dominguez also has a win over Camilo Perez (9-1)

Dominguez is coming off a fifth-round stoppage over Carlos Rodriguez on February 21 in Allentown, PA.

Perez of Barranquilla, Colombia has a record 33-10 with 27 knock-outs.

He has quality wins over Gustavo Sandoval (7-1) and Hugo Berrio(15-2) for the Colombian Bantamweight title.

He has been in the ring with world champions Abner Mares, MartinCastillo, Eric Ortiz and Cristian Mijares.

The 28 year-old is coming off a fifth round stoppage defeat to undefeated Horacio Garcia on August 16 in Mexico.

There will be three eight-round co-features that will highlight a ninefight undercard

8 round bouts: Bryant Perella (11-0, 7 KO's) of Lehigh Acres, FL willbattle German Perez (11-1-3, 3 KO's)of Tijuana, MX in a Welterweightbout.

John Magda (9-0, 6 KO's) ofRutherford, NJ will fight Miguel AngelManguia (31-32-1, 25 KO's) in a SuperMiddleweight bout.

Gervonta Davis (10-0, 9 KO's) ofBaltimore, MD will take on an opponent to be named in Featherweight bout.

In 6-round bouts: Kareem Martin(4-0-1, 3 KO's) of Washington, DCwill square off with with an opponentto be named in a Welterweight bout.

Middleweight Caleb Hunter Plant (6-0, 5 KO's) of Ashland City, TNwill fight Rahman Mustafa Yusubov (11-20, 8 KO's) of Dallas, TX.

Jamontay Clark (5-0, 3 KO's) of Cincinnati, OH will battle JonathanGarcia (4-13, 1 KO) of Aguada, PR in a Welterweight bout.

Pro debuting light heavyweight Carlos Gongora of Brooklyn, NYwill fight Jesus Gonzalez (0-3) of Puerto Rico.

Jr. Welterweight Keenan Smith (6-0, 2 KO's of Philadelphia) willtake on an opponent to be named.

Light Heavyweight Antuwyan Aikens (9-0, 1 KO's) .of Atlantic City,NJ will fight Edgar Perez (6-13, 3 KO's) of Chicago, IL.

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215-545-1258 PHONE [email protected] www.anthonyhwilliams.com

One Vote. One City. Anthony Hardy Williams for Mayor

The son of Hardy Williams, a former elected official and Carole Williams-Green, a retired public school teacher, Anthony Hardy Williams has over 20 years of experience fighting in Harrisburg to bring back resources for Philadelphia.

• Tony has brought back over $250M in funding for Philadelphia public schools• Tony is a consensus builder, and brings people together to solve difficult challenges• Tony’s public career has focused on fighting for better job opportunities, improving public education

and creating stronger gun safety laws

Now he wants to fight for a better city.

As your Mayor, Anthony Hardy Williams will...

Improve Public Education• Fully fund K-12 public education so every neighborhood has a great school • Expand universal Pre-K and provide a tax credit for families who use certified daycare centers • Create a program for students to have free early college access

Grow Our Economy• Create job opportunities that provide a living wage and hire neighborhood residents• Cut wage and business taxes for working Philadelphians and small businesses• Create a business friendly government and establish a municipal bank that will make it easier to start and grow a business• Reduce poverty by supporting paid sick leave, increasing minimum wage, and expanding Medicaid

Establish Clean & Safe Streets • End stop and frisk• Implement weekly street cleaning in every neighborhood• Invest in body cameras and safe cam technology to protect citizens and solve crimes• Diversify the police force• Adopt President Obama’s community policing plan, and zero tolerance for hate speech

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