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WHO'S WHO IN BLACK CHARLOTTE™
PRESS RELEASES
Julius L. Chambers Signs on to Pen
Foreword for
Inaugural Edition of Who’s Who In Black Charlotte™
 Columbus,
Ohio – Who’s Who Publishing Company, the nation’s
largest directory publisher targeting the African-American market,
announced today that Julius L. Chambers has signed on to write the
foreword for the inaugural edition of Who’s Who
In Black Charlotte™.
Chambers is a renowned lawyer who has contributed to the success
of landmark civil rights cases, most notably Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Board of Education (1971), which led to federally mandated
busing in an effort to integrate public schools. His other benchmark
cases include Griggs v. Duke Power Co. (1971) and Albemarle
Paper Co. v. Moody (1974), which are two of the Supreme Court’s
most significant Title VII employment discrimination decisions.
A native of North Carolina, Chambers served as chancellor of his
alma mater, North Carolina Central University, from 1993 to 2001.
He is currently an attorney specializing in business matters, employment
discrimination, education and civil rights at Ferguson, Stein, Chambers,
Gresham & Sumter, P.A., a private law practice firm he started
in 1967.
Who’s Who Publishing Company founder and CEO C. Sunny Martin
affirms, “Julius Chambers is a remarkable figure whose contributions
to the landscape of civil rights law have been of paramount importance
to the advancement of racial equality. We are honored that he will
contribute to our first edition of Who’s Who In
Black Charlotte™.”
Charlotte associate publisher James McDuffie adds, “Mr. Chambers
is a fine representative of the strong African-American history
and leadership in the community. We are grateful for his support
and commitment to our endeavor.”
Who’s Who Publishing Company began in Atlanta, Georgia, in
1989 and currently publishes similar annual directories in 15 cities
across the country. Other inaugural releases in 2008 include Los
Angeles, New York and Washington, D.C. The book will retail for
$24.95 and will be available at bookstores in the Charlotte area.
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McDuffie Named Associate Publisher
for
Who’s Who In Black Charlotte™
 Columbus,
Ohio - Who’s Who Publishing Company proudly announces
that James McDuffie will join the Who’s Who family as associate
publisher of Who’s Who In Black Charlotte™.
An assistant vice president with a major financial institution,
McDuffie will work with Who’s Who Publishing corporate headquarters
to publish this informative directory, which is planned to debut
in Charlotte in 2008.
McDuffie brings to Who’s Who a diverse,
well-rounded background with previous experiences that range from
a software engineer to vice president of product management for
a Fortune 500 company and CFO and co-founder of enCompass Securities,
LLC. Additionally, he has international experience as a consultant,
which provided him with a global understanding of people, business,
and community. McDuffie is also the co-founder of Alex and Associates,
a local marketing company that has partnered with Who’s Who
Publishing to bring this historical publication to Charlotte, North
Carolina.
A native of Durham, North Carolina, McDuffie is a graduate of North
Carolina A&T State University with a Bachelor of Science degree
in electrical engineering. He is a member of the NC Triangle INROADS
Alumni Association, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., the National
Society of Black Engineers, Mortgage Bankers Association and other
business and civic organizations. He devotes a portion of his time
to educating the community on financial management and home ownership.
Shares McDuffie, “I have a great passion and enthusiasm for
the people of Charlotte, the successes they have had, and their
significant achievements. Those in Charlotte’s African-American
community will join the ranks of other African Americans who have
been celebrated in other major cities across America. I hope to
provide a tool that will promote a sense of pride for the people
of Charlotte, while inspiring all ages to strive for excellence
in the footsteps of community role models.”
Who’s Who Publishing Company founder and CEO C. Sunny Martin
stated, “We are looking forward to our venture into the Charlotte
market with James McDuffie on our team. Highlighting the accomplishments
of the African-American community within Charlotte will bring more
attention to a growing and thriving city.”
Who’s Who In Black Charlotte™
will be released at the official book unveiling reception the company
will host in 2008 in Charlotte. Who’s Who Publishing Company
began in Atlanta, Georgia in 1989. The company has published more
than 35 books and currently publishes this brand of upscale directories
in numerous cities throughout the U.S.
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