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WHO'S WHO IN BLACK ST.
LOUIS™® PRESS RELEASES
Michael V. Roberts To Pen Foreword
for Fifth Edition of
Who’s Who In Black St. Louis®
 Columbus,
Ohio – Who’s Who Publishing Company, the nation’s
largest annual directory publisher targeting the African-American
market, announced today that Michael V. Roberts will pen the foreword
for the fifth edition of Who’s Who In Black St.
Louis®.
Roberts is chairman and chief executive officer of The Roberts Companies,
whose business assets encompass a wide variety of industries with
72 companies and more than 1,000 employees. Such assets include
Roberts Broadcasting Company, Roberts Brothers Retail, Residential
and Office Properties, Roberts Orpheum Theater, Roberts Hotels Group
(11 hotels), Roberts Aviation, Roberts Isle (Nassau Bahamas), the
R agency, and Roberts Tower Company.
Who’s Who Publishing Company founder and CEO C. Sunny Martin
shares, “Michael Roberts’ strong commitment to entrepreneurial
excellence and his ardent dedication to helping the St. Louis community
serve as a wonderful example of what this publication seeks to recognize.
We are thrilled to have him contribute the foreword for this upcoming
edition.”
Keith Antone Willis Sr., associate publisher of Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis®,
agrees, “I have admired his ability to be a success in all
of his business endeavors. To have him support our fifth edition
is not only an honor for us in St. Louis, but the entire Who’s
Who Publishing family.”
Roberts’ broad range of professional knowledge and experience
has been developed as both a business owner and a public official,
having served on the St. Louis Board of Aldermen from 1977 to 1985.
His endeavors have created thousands of jobs and entrepreneurial
opportunities, raised the level of economic activity and enhanced
the quality of life for the African-American community.
Roberts serves on the board of directors for the International Council
of Shopping Centers and the National Association of Black Owned
Broadcasters, and is board chair of the National Association of
Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers.
A nationally renowned speaker, Roberts has been featured in a variety
of prestigious publications, including Black Enterprise, Forbes,
Success, BusinessWeek and the St. Louis Business Journal. He has
also graced the covers of the St. Louis Commerce Magazine and the
Kappa Alpha Psi Journal. A recipient of the Spirit of St. Louis
Award, he is author of Action Has No Season.
Who’s Who Publishing Company began in Atlanta, Georgia, in
1989 and currently publishes similar annual directories in cities
nationwide. The book will be available at bookstores in the St.
Louis area.
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David and Thelma Steward Sign on to
Pen Foreword for the 4th Edition Who's Who In Black
St. Louis™
 Columbus,
Ohio – Who’s Who Publishing Company, the nation’s
largest annual directory publisher targeting the African-American
market, proudly announces that David Steward, founder and chairman
of World Wide Technology, Inc. (WWT), and his wife, Thelma, have
agreed to pen the foreword for the fourth edition of Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis®.
WWT is an innovative value-added reseller of technology products,
offering a wide range of complementary professional services. WWT’s
strategic partnerships include Cisco, Sun, and HP among others.
Headquartered in St. Louis and recognized as a leading systems integrator
and supply chain services company, WWT boasts more than 1,000 employees,
1.5 million-plus square feet of facilities and $2 billion in sales.
The company is distinguished as the No. 1 African-American-owned
enterprise in the U.S., and in 2006 Black Enterprise ranked WWT
the No. 1 minority-owned business for the third consecutive year.
Similarly, David has a long list of honors that include: 100 Most
Infl uential Black Americans by Ebony magazine; Small Business Administration
Small Business Hall of Fame Inductee; America’s 14th-Best
Entrepreneur by Success magazine; and Ernst & Young Technology
Entrepreneur of the Year, to name a few. He serves both on the executive
committee and as the campaign chair for the United Way of Greater
St. Louis, Missouri. In addition, he is on the board of more than
a dozen charitable and civic organizations.
Thelma Steward’s commitment to caring is complemented with
a focus on numerous activities that enhance the St. Louis community.
Her current board positions are with the St. Louis Art Museum, Sheldon
Arts Foundation, Care & Counseling, and Girls, Inc.
The Stewards will be married 31 years in May of 2007, and they have
two children and one son-on-law, David II and Kimberly and Jamil
Blackwell. Based on David’s book, Doing Business by the Good
Book: 52 Lessons on Success Straight from the Bible, the couple
teaches a course by the same name at Salem in Ladue United Methodist
Church.
C. Sunny Martin, founder and CEO of Who’s Who Publishing Company,
stated, “As one of the largest African-American entrepreneurs,
I am elated that David and Thelma Steward have graciously agreed
to pen the foreword for the fourth edition. Their entrepreneurial
and charitable contributions to St. Louis mirror our goal of uplifting
the African-American community at large.”
Keith Antone Willis Sr., Who’s Who Publishing’s St.
Louis associate publisher, agrees, “The Stewards are respected
and admired locally, nationally and throughout the world. Their
contribution to this edition elevates and highlights the signifi
cant impact the St. Louis African-American community is making in
this region.”
Who’s Who Publishing Company began in Atlanta, Georgia in
1989 and currently publishes similar annual directories in cities
such as: Atlanta, Ga.; Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati, Ohio;
Indianapolis, Ind., Chicago, Ill., Birmingham, Ala., Detroit, Mich.,
Louisville, Ky., and Houston, Texas. New releases scheduled for
2007 include cities such as Dallas, Los Angeles, New York City,
South Florida and Washington, D.C. Upon release, Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis®
will retail in area bookstores and newsstands.
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Third Edition of Who's Who In Black
St. Louis®
Set for Release Monday, November 6, 2006
 Columbus,
Ohio- The highly anticipated Third Edition of Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis®
is set for release Monday, November 6, 2006, at the Ritz-Carlton
St. Louis. The Unveiling Reception gala, which attracts some of
the most influential and affl uent African-American members of the
St. Louis community will feature both Lou Thimes J.R. of WESL 1490
and Vickie Newton, anchor of KMOV TV. Entertainment will be provided
by FOCUS, Project X and Sunshine, as well as The Community Performance
Ensemble. Doors open for networking at 6:00 PM.
This year’s foreword is written by Cheryl Polk, executive
vice president and chief operating offi cer of the United Way of
Greater St. Louis, and the coffee tablequality publication is more
than 300 pages in length. Who’s Who In Black St.
Louis® offers readers pictures and biographical
data on local African-American leaders in the metropolitan St. Louis
area, including some of St. Louis’ Interesting Personalities,
Most Influential, Corporate Brass, Spiritual and Community Leaders
and much more.
Keith Antone Willis Sr., Who’s Who St. Louis publisher shares,
“This edition of Who’s Who
In Black St. Louis® exceeds expectations
featuring many who have made tremendous strides and sacrifi ces
to become examples of success not only in St. Louis, but often for
the nation. This edition will also feature a special tribute to
the late Katherine Dunham, a choreographer, dancer and humanitarian
who touched the lives of many in St. Louis and around the world.”
Who’s Who Publishing Company founder and CEO, C. Sunny Martin
states, “We are elated about this third edition of
Who’s Who in Black St. Louis® as it represents
one of our most comprehensive efforts to document and highlight
St. Louis’ infl uential African-American leaders. In keeping
with our mission to make an impact on the St. Louis youth, we encourage
the corporate and educational community to purchase these books
and get them into the hands of our youth who are looking for positive
role models and mentors with whom they can connect.” The
Who’s Who In Black St. Louis®
book retails for $24.95 and will be available at bookstores.
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New Who's Who In Black
St. Louis™
Official Unveiling Reception Releases Tomorrow
Wednesday, August 17 - COLUMBUS, OHIO – Who’s Who Publishing
Company, the nation’s largest annual directory publisher reaching
the influential and affluent African-American market, is releasing
the all-new and updated Who’s Who In Black St.
Louis™ publication at a special book
unveiling reception held at the Adam’s Mark Hotel in downtown
St. Louis on Thursday, August 18, 2005. The event is expected to
draw a crowd of more than 450 guests and invited dignitaries.
Says C. Sunny Martin, Founder and
CEO of Who’s Who Publishing Company, “African Americans
in the St. Louis area have actually accomplished much in the last
40 years. They have made significant contributions to the growth,
development and awareness of the St. Louis region in sports, entertainment,
corporate boardrooms, entrepreneurship, and community stewardship.”
The 2005-2006 edition finds Who’s
Who St. Louis publisher Keith Antone Willis, Sr. excited about the
depth of the publication and the individuals highlighted. “The
men and women we feature have made many strides both professionally
as well as personally, and find creative ways to give back to our
community. I am proud to know them and to share the work they do.”
This edition offers a special tribute
highlighting the local and national accomplishments of civil rights
attorney, Frankie Muse Freeman. Further, readers will enjoy a variety
of biographical sketches and feature stories in sections such as
Profiles of Success, Most Influential, Corporate Brass and Community
Leaders, to name a few. Additionally Who’s Who
In Black St. Louis™ spanned the community
to salute St. Louis educators and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The Who’s Who family of publications
is designed to be a historical resource for researchers, educators,
professionals, and students of all ages. To this end, C. Sunny Martin
encourages corporations within the community to become sponsors
by purchasing and donating books to K-12 schools, training programs,
and youth initiatives. He states, “In this fashion, area youth
are exposed to role models in their own backyards and can aspire
to become future leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and professionals
across a variety of fields.”
The publication will retail at local
bookstores and newsstands throughout the St. Louis and East St.
Louis area for $24.95, or can be purchased online at www.whoswhopublishing.com.
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Willis named local publisher for
Who’s Who In Black St. Louis™
February 2004 - COLUMBUS, OHIO –
Who’s Who Publishing Company announced today the selection
of Keith Antone Willis, Sr., as the local publisher for its upcoming
publication titled Who’s Who In Black St. Louis™.
The company publishes an upscale brand of Who’s Who directories
that highlight the significant and outstanding achievements of African
Americans in several cities.
C. Sunny Martin, Founder and CEO of
the firm stated, “We are extremely fortunate to have Keith
Willis as part of our national team of publishers. Mr. Willis is
a veteran communications professional with superior leadership skills
and he remains committed to uplifting the African-American community.”
Mr. Willis states, “ When I
first saw the awesome, coffee table quality publications that Mr.
Martin produced for Atlanta, Georgia; Cincinnati, Ohio; Columbus,
Ohio; and Indianapolis, Indiana, I knew immediately that I wanted
to be part of his team and tell the St. Louis story.”
Willis further states, “Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis™ will afford newcomers
and longtime St. Louis residents a greater awareness of the many
contributions and rich heritage and history that African Americans
have contributed to this city’s growth and development throughout
the years. Additionally, I believe documenting these achievements
of noteworthy St. Louis citizens is another way of encouraging and
exposing our youth to the many positive African American role models
in their own back yard.” Keith Antone Willis, Sr., is an alumnus
of Saint Louis University.
The upcoming publication Who’s
Who In Black St. Louis™ will feature
pictures and biographical data on a significant amount of African
American leaders in the corporate arena, civic and non-profit sector,
educators, women achievers, spiritual leaders, community leaders,
youth achievers, and many more professionals. The publication will
be officially released in October of 2004 and will retail at local
bookstores and newsstands throughout the St. Louis and East St.
Louis area.
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