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Our special guest this morning is Mr. Clarence Adams who is the President/CEO of Capitol Credit Group, LLC a Business Funding / Finance company.  Clarence was raised in White Plains, New York and attended   Syracuse University from (1979-1983), where he Majored in Political Science and Minored in Public Relations.  Currently, Mr. Adams’ Company provides business owners with business funding products, cash advances, business loans, factoring/purchase orders, Physician loans, assistance with securing government contracts, real estate financing, and equipment leasing. Mr. Adams’ favorite pastimes are developing business relationships, assisting those that are disadvantage, traveling, and golfing.  He was featured on the cover of Pro Golf Magazine, July 2005.

Ann Marie Sorrell is the President and CEO of The Mosaic Group, a full service marketing, public relations and event management firm. Under Ann Marie’s leadership, The Mosaic Group have obtain contracts with many organizations including state agencies Florida Department of Environmental Protection, South Florida Water Management District, nonprofits like Big Brothers Big Sisters, and corporate companies AECOM. Ann Marie received a BS degree in Healthcare Management from Florida A& M University and a MBA from Nova Southeastern University.  She is an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College where she teaches Principles of Business, Small Business Management and Human Relations.  In addition to a multitude of other awards, Ann Marie recently received the 2013 Caribbean American Community Change Maker Award. In 2010, she received the South Florida Business Leader Women Extraordinaire Award and was recognized by Success South Florida Magazine as one of the Top Leaders under 40. Ann Marie was also a 2007

Robyn Donaldson is the owner of Renew Property Solutions, LLC., where her primary function is a Real Estate Developer.  As a Real Estate Developer, she has the opportunity to renew, restore and revitalize the community by purchasing distressed properties.  She then rehabilitates these properties, thus providing quality living space for homeless veterans and displaced families.  Along with this rewarding opportunity to bless many within the community, Robyn also is the owner of Empire Business Solutions of Tampa, LLC.  Under this umbrella, Robyn is able to assist many people with the lifelong dream of having their credit resuscitated by offering programs such as Credit Restoration, Credit Counseling, homeownership, and real estate investing.  This organization has also developed a marketing team to assist individuals who will need assistance in a complete business startup program. Robyn has obtained an Electrical Certification for Residential, Commercial and Motor Controls.  2015 USF CRED Alumni. She is curre

NABWIC Talks with Alex Louis, MBA President of ABSI Insurance Group.  Alex discusses with NABWIC insurance education tips and how politics effect healthcare insurance in the United States of America.

NABWIC Talks with Virgil Perry the National Education Chair of NABWIC.  Mr. Perry discusses education initiatives and strategy towards bridging the generational gap in construction with host Jada Williams.

Presently, Joe is a candidate for District 5 Hillsborough County School Board in Tampa, Florida. A mover and a shaker in Hillsborough County, the community express gratitude for Joe Robinson, a man who gets thing done, he has served the community well as  - Businessman and Professional Consulting Engineer Chair of West Tampa Community Redevelopment Area -Community Advisory Committee   since 2015 up until the present.Vice Chairperson and Founding Member of The West Tampa Community Development Corporation, Inc. (Non-Profit CDC) since 1999 up until present   He has served as the 2nd Vice-President of NAACP Hillsborough County Branch from 2015 up until present.  There are few domains that remain unexplored by Joe Robinson. for the past 26 years years he is an accomplished engineer of RHCA & Associates LLC where he is responsible as President to the majority stockholder for the active day-to-day management and business development of RHCA.  His duties also include project development and overall project m

NABWIC Talks features host Carol Ransom invites into the studio today Joe Robinson - Presently, Joe is a candidate for District 5 Hillsborough County School Board in Tampa, Florida. A mover and a shaker in Hillsborough County, the community express gratitude for Joe Robinson, a man who gets thing done, he has served the community well as  - Businessman and Professional Consulting Engineer Chair of West Tampa Community Redevelopment Area -Community Advisory Committee   since 2015 up until the present.     Vice Chairperson and Founding Member of The West Tampa Community Development Corporation, Inc. (Non-Profit CDC) since 1999 up until present   He has served as the 2nd Vice-President of NAACP Hillsborough County Branch from 2015 up until present.  There are few domains that remain unexplored by Joe Robinson. for the past 26 years years he is an accomplished engineer of RHCA & Associates LLC where he is responsible as President to the majority stockholder for the active day-to-day manage

NABWIC Talks with Mercedes Young of Vivid Consulting Group LLC in Tampa ,FL.  Mercedes talks about the challenges and rewards of owning a civil engineering company in today's competitive market.  Recently awarded five different government contracts, Mercedes discusses business strategy and valued services.  Mrs. Young will also discuss her exciting role as the new Chairlady for the Northwest FL Chapter of NABWIC and the excitement surrounding the   upcoming rechartering process for the chapter which takes place in November.

NABWIC Talks with Naomi Weathers, MBA; President of Weathers Engineering Services Inc.  Mrs. Naomi Weathers has worked diligently in the New York and District of Columbia area to build a resilient firm.  Host Jackie Perry talks with Naomi Weathers on her journey over the last 19 years being a 100% African American owned project management, construction management and technical support consulting firm.  Weathers Engineering Services LLC. has provided construction services to government and private agencies in many different traditional and non traditional verticals within construction contracts. NABWIC welcomes, Nabwic member, Naomi Weathers, from the NCR Chapter. www.nabwic.org  

Mr. Washington has been the President & Chief Executive Officer of Quintessential Construction Managers & Consultants, LLC (Quintessential LLC), a Northern Virginia based construction management services firm, form in March 2006. He has over 30 years of U.S. and international experience involving engineering and construction, contract disputes, project management, project development, and construction management. Before associating with Quintessential LLC, Mr. Washington was Senior Vice President of Construction Management Services with Intelligent Information Technology Solutions LLC's District of Columbia office. He is a former Senior Project Manager with Daniel, Mann, Johnson & Mendenhall (AECOM); Senior Project Controls Manager with Black & Veatch Pritchard; Project Controls Manager with BE&K Construction Company; Deputy Business Manager with the Super Conducting Super Collider Laboratory; Cost & Scheduling Supervisor with John Brown E&C; and Senior Project Scheduler with Fluor-D

Our special guest this morning is Mr. Clarence Adams who is the President/CEO of Capitol Credit Group, LLC a Business Funding / Finance company.  Clarence was raised in White Plains, New York and attended   Syracuse University from (1979-1983), where he Majored in Political Science and Minored in Public Relations.  Currently, Mr. Adams’ Company provides business owners with business funding products, cash advances, business loans, factoring/purchase orders, Physician loans, assistance with securing government contracts, real estate financing, and equipment leasing. Mr. Adams’ favorite pastimes are developing business relationships, assisting those that are disadvantage, traveling, and golfing.  He was featured on the cover of Pro Golf Magazine, July 2005.

NABWIC talks with Naomi Weathers and Quenten Washington. The Annual Congressional Black Caucus Conference 2016 was held  Wednesday September 14th in Washington DC!  NABWIC members from all over the world join in fellowship for NABWIC Mid Year Annual Meetings in Washignton, DC; with great expectations from this years "CBC" confernence.  NABWIC national congressional region members reflect on what the Congressional Black Caucus Conferences mean to community leaders, the local communities and business owners.  This is a rebroadcasted episode for your listening enjoyment.

The Annual Congressional Black Caucus Conference 2016 starts Wednesday September 14th!  NABWIC members from all over the world join in fellowship for NABWIC Mid Year Annual Meetings in Washignton, DC; with great expectations from this years "CBC" confernence.  NABWIC national congressional region members reflect on what the Congressional Black Caucus Conferences mean to community leaders, the local communities and business owners. 

NABWIC talks with Miriam Valkenburg on her winning campaign and her plans following election. Your host Jackie Perry and Co host Carol Ransom discuss what happens next after voting elections are over and the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Conference.

NABWIC host Carol Ransom & Jada Williams talk with candidate Walter Smith for Tampa House of Representative on his campaign journey!   Including updates on the up and coming Annual Congressional Black Caucus Confernece 2016. Along with what the Congressional Black Caucus Conference means on the local, state and natonal levels!

NABWIC Talks with Lynette Judge candidate for Hillsborough School Board District 5 and Orlando Gudes candidate for Tampa City Council District 7 on the close out of their perpesctive campaigns.  Voting Dates vastly approaching! Along with exciting discussion topics on this year's Annual Congressional Black Caucus meeings! 

NABWIC talks with candidate Miriam Valkenburg for Hillsbrough County Court Judge Group 10. Along with Robyn Donaldson; owner of Renew Construction Services and Carol Ransom; author and owner of High Ground Construction.  Highlighting views and work effort during this years politcal season and up and coming Annual Congressional Black Caucus for 2016. 214 S. Armenia Avenue Tampa, Florida 33609 Phone: (813) 514-1058 Fax: (813) 514-1619 Miriam@vandvlawfirm.com www.vandvlawfirm.com

A great repeat show with host Rachel Moore.  Mr. Neil Shiver, Assistant Director of Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency talks about how CRA serves as a community development tool, and what the CRA has accomplished in Overtown. The CRA is an urban initiative to stimulate and guide the redevelopment of the Southeast Overtown / Park West neighborhood and to create a better place to live and work. Mr. Shiver discusses a $60 Million bond obtained to develop six affordable housing projects in Overtown as well as other community development projects. Rachel Moore hosts this exciting show that explores opportunities for projects in the city of Miami for women in construction,  

Mr. Neil Shiver, Assistant Director of Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency talks about how CRA serve as a community development tool, and what the CRA has accomplished in Overtown. The CRA is an urban initiative to stimulate and guide the redevelopment of the Southeast Overtown / Park West neighborhood and to create a better place to live and work. Mr. Shiver discusses a $60 Million bond obtained to develop six affordable housing projects in Overtown as well as other community development projects. Rachel Moore hosts this exciting show that explores opportunities for projects in the city of Miami for women in construction,

Kevin Koscinski is the Senior Mortgage Loan Officer committed to helping  clients fully explore their home loan options and feel confident about their choices. He has 13 years of experience working with third party affordable housing assistance programs, government loans, home equity lines of credit and lending to multicultural borrowers, and more.  He shares his knowledge of the mortgage industry and especially the Jacksonville market with listeners on today's broadcast.