The Black Man Can Announce Winners for 2nd Annual Awards on Father's Day

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff


Founder Brandon Frame Award Upstanding Black Men Nationally Every Father's Day

Embarking on its 2nd2nd inaugural celebration, The Black Man Can awarded 13 men in 12 categories helping to honor and salute these young men for their outstanding contributions making it a very special Father's Day.

The site, which has featured over 150 extraordinary men and women and has received over three-million page views globally has been recognized as a media reformer, providing news of positive African-Americans to counteract many of the negatives.

Not meeting his own father until he was 18, Founder of The Black Man Can, Brandon Frame, an intentional champion of a cause, had a desire to seek out positive Black male role models, finding none; he created the website, to counter the stereotypes he found with positive stories of Black men and women globally. Because of its impact, The Black Man Can has been recently featured in JET Magazine's "Men of Honor" (May 2013), UptownMagazine.com (May 2013), Afro.com (May 2013), CNN Money, Black Celebrity Giving, Urban Health Magazine, CBS College Sports, etc., to name a few.

Congratulations to all the winners and for Brandon Frame for creating this dynamic opportunity for Black Men to be recognized for their awesome contributions!

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Kenny Pugh on Weekend Express as On-Air Guest Contributor w/Natasha Curry

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

This past weekend, our client, Kenny Pugh joined HLN's Natasha Curry on Weekend Express to talk about his article that appeared on BlackEnterprise.com, "Daddy Knows Best" about a Father who asked for his future son-in-law's credit report, medical history and a background check before he was willing to give his daughter's hand in marriage.

Some said that was a bit too much, but many think it's noble! Kenny Pugh weighed in with an expert's opinion.  See great photo/screen shot below and click the link to the video after the jump.

Congrats to Kenny Pugh who's making regular appearances on HLN as their guest contributor!

Click here for the piece: http://www.hlntv.com/video/2013/06/08/dad-marriage-wedding-love-relationship-girls

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Star Athlete Releases Book Sharing Triumph over Rare Heart Disease and Reclaiming Wellness

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Fit2DMax Inc. presents the release of International Wellness Ambassador, Max Nazaire's sophomore title, Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Wellness: How to Claim Your God Given Right to Be Healthy ($19.99 or e-book $7.99 Amazon.com). Nazaire is a Brooklyn, New York native and was recruited as a top athlete to run cross country track and field at Farmingdale State University in Long Island where he would go on to set the Freshman record in the 5 mile run in just his first race before he suffered a major heart attack at the tender age of 18.

After a battery of tests, Nazaire was diagnosed with a rare and potentially fatal heart condition called Wolff Parkinson's White Syndrome that required him to have two surgeries. Not only did he beat the disease, but he has inspired others to live a life of health and wellness.

In Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Wellness, Maxim Nazaire who has been featured in major media outlets such as CNN, shares his testimony on how he was able to overcome injury, disease, depression, and self doubt to become one of the leading wellness ambassadors of today. When Nazaire realized that it was his God given right to be healthy, he was determined to become "Spiritually, Mentally and Physically Strong", his company's tagline, to inspire others to do the same.

Founder of Atlanta-based Fit2DMax, Inc., Nazaire is also a nationally recognized coach by the United States Track and Field (USATF), an organization that is known for having some of the best athletic coaches in the world.

Click below to read the release in it's entirety and check out a preview of Max's signature program "Max-a-bolic 3.0". Contact Fit2DMax, Inc. for a tour of their Atlanta-based facility.

Press Release: Star Athlete Releases Book Sharing Triumph over Rare Heart Disease Creating Path for Others:

Click here to hear Max on Total Education Network with Neil Haley (syndicated radio).

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Dr. Claudia Barnett Releases New Book sharing Insight into Mentoring to Career Success

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Training and Performance Improvement Technologist and Graduate Professor, Dr. Claudia Barnett recently launched"The Dissertation Process: A Step-by-Step Mentored Guide" (Amazon.com $29.99) as a much needed resource for individuals - students, professionals and anyone that finds themselves in need of a mentor to navigate the difficult waters to achieving one of life's cherished goals - becoming a PhD.


Written from the perspective and experience of a former doctoral candidate, "Dr. Claudia" (as she is affectionately called: Dr. Klaw), captures the essence and feelings of those who are going through the emotional challenges as a result of entering a rigorous doctoral program. Dr. Claudia says, "When you make a decision to go against all odds, you have to expect there will be challenges along the way. As a Mentor, I understand what it takes to be adequately prepared and I can share my own experience as encouragement for those who are actively on the journey."

Dr. Claudia tested this mentoring process in her own dissertation and came to some unique findings about how having a mentor helps to solidify success in your life. To learn more, click on the press release!

Click here to listen to Dr. Claudia on Total Education Network with Neil Harley

Graduate Professor Breaks Down Dissertation Process in New Book Using Mentoring Method:

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'Kunta Kinteh Island' Debuts in New Bern and Co-executive Produced by Dr. Nathaniel Johnson

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

New Bern will host screenings of a new documentary film,"Kunta Kinteh Island: Coming Home Without Shackles" on May 23 - 24 with a red carpet public screening on Sunday, May 26th at The North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace, New Bern Waterfront from 7pm - 10pm. The film honors the celebrated captive African, Kunta Kinteh, who gained worldwide recognition in the 1977 ABC television series "Roots".

The insightful documentary has the support of many prominent African Americans, including writer, director and actor Tyler Perry, National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial, and many other entertainment, civic and spiritual leaders. Produced by filmmaker Elvin Ross, the film is also co-executive produced by New Bern's very own prominent Atlanta physician, Dr. Nathaniel Johnson and Berry Bryant. The film has been widely supported by academia at influential institutions including Harvard University, Morehouse College, Wayne State University and Northeastern University. Dr. Johnson explains, "It is with great honor that we bring this documentary home to New Bern. I am excited to share not just an important piece of history but the makings of a powerful movement!"

New Bern media interested in covering, attending or interviewing should contact T.MORRISON AGENCY.

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Life & Relationship Strategist Kenny Pugh Launches Abstinence Matters with Multi-City College Tour

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

In support and partnership with The National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Life &  Relationship Strategist, Author and Speaker, Kenny Pugh (http://www.kennypugh.com) launched Abstinence Matters (http://abstinencematters.com/#) on May 1st.

Abstinence Matters is a national program targeting young adults ages 18 - 29 that will encourage dialog with young people of diverse backgrounds in an open-forum format that will address everyday issues affecting young people with a focus on sex, relationships and money. Launching a multi-city tour,"It's A.M.!" (Abstinence Matters) is dedicated to helping to reverse the trend and change the culture that an over-sexed society has had on single young adults directly addressing the consequences associated with engaging in premature sexual relations.

In collaboration with The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy which launches its twelfth annual National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy event on May 1st. Pugh asks that teens nationwide visit http://www.stayteen.org and take the National Day Quiz throughout the month of May. This online activity challenges teens to think carefully about what they might do in a number of risky sexual situations through a series of interactive scenarios.


Spread the word and support the cause and better yet, see how you rate at being a 'sexpert' will you pass?!? Also, want to see this program at your school or organization, contact to become an Ambassador!

Life & Relationship Strategist Kenny Pugh Launches National Program Targeting Teen Pregnancy | PRLog:


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TheBlackManCan.org Announces finalists for 2nd Annual Black Man Can Awards

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Carmelo Anthony, Ne-Yo & Luther Campbell among the nominees

Often negative portrayals of black males make indelible impacts on how the people of the world view black men and boys and how they view themselves, especially when a positive male role model is absent. Brandon Frame, a 25 year-old author, scholar, educator and Morehouse graduate didn't meet his own father until he was 18 and with his desire to seek out positive Black male role models finding none, he created the website, TheBlackManCan.org to counter the stereotypes he found with positive stories of Black men and women globally. To-date the site has featured over 150 extraordinary men and women and is embarking upon their 2nd Annual Black Man Can Awards ceremony that will take place on Father's Day, honoring over 60 distinguished Black men in 12 categories and also give out a Man of Distinction award to a black man serving in the armed forces.

2013 Nominees include: Carmelo Anthony, Ne-Yo, Luther Campbell, Mayor Jamel Holley (Roswell, NJ), Michael Tubbs (Youngest Elected Official in the Country), Sean-Michael Spence (Entertainment Attorney), Rob Hill, Sr. (Author/Motivational Speaker) and more. Voting began on May 7th and a host committee will help narrow down all nominees and assist with selecting the 2013 winners; The Black Man Can Awards will also honor men of distinction in both medicine and the military. Distinguished winners from last year include: Olympian Cullen Jones, Sean Walton, Jr., Chris Johnson, Jesse Muhammad, Ramel Werner, Greg Gadson and Andre Knighton.


Click below for the full press release

Morehouse Graduate Recognize Outstanding Black Men at Annual Father's Day Award Ceremony:

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