The National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers (NABAS) Scholarship Fund Announces the 3rd Annual Celebration of African American Entrepreneurs
DETROIT--The National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers (Scholarship Fund) will host its 3rd Annual Celebration of African American Entrepreneurs Gala at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History on Saturday, February 24, 2007 from 8:00PM – Midnight.
The Event’s Title Sponsor is DTE. Other sponsors include “Friends of NABAS” sponsor Office Max and “Supporters” Detroit Chassis, General Motors and MGM Grand Casino. The Master of Ceremony is Detroit’s own Co-Anchor, Charles Pugh with Fox 2.
John James, Chairman of Renaissance Global Logistics, and George Hill, Chairman of Diversified Chemicals, will be recognized at the event for their leadership and outstanding support of the Fund. All Gala proceeds will be used to support current and future scholars.
The NABAS Scholarship Fund has awarded more than $700,000 in scholarship to over 67 students since 2000. Last year’s 18th Annual Scholarship Dinner Title Sponsor was Ford Motor Company; the Scholarship Fund Raised $147,500 and awarded 5 Full Scholarships and 7 Annual Scholarships.
This Year's 19th Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center. The Title Sponsor is General Motors Corporation; and Co-Chair and Keynote Speaker will be Bo I. Anderson, Vice President Global Purchasing and Supply Chain, General Motors Corporation.
About the NABAS Scholarship Fund
The NABAS Scholarship Fund is a 501c(3) organization started by NABAS members dedicated to providing college scholarship assistance to high–achieving high school graduates in SE Michigan. It is chaired by Michael J. Guthrie, President and CEO, Detroit Chassis. Board members are: Jim Williams, Chairman/CEO Pioneer Automotive, Jeanette Abraham, President/CEO Detroit Heading, Rhonda Glover, NABAS Administrative Manager, and Cassis N. Stafford, Account Representative, Comerica Bank.
About NABAS
The National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers (NABAS) membership includes a broad spectrum of well-established black automotive suppliers. It is chaired by Roderick Rickman, President & CEO of the MPS Group. Since 1986 NABAS has been an advocate for its members, customers and community stakeholders in regard to issues of common concern. NABAS is dedicated to working in collaboration with the business community to enhance black entrepreneurship and enhance community development.