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During an era where segregation was openly thriving in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, many African Americans created lasting fond memories at Fairview Park. It became a place of recreation and entertainment for African Americans who, at the time, were not permitted to … Continue reading →

Terina J. Hicks: What is the name of your company, and what services or products do you offer? Jamal Etienne-Harrigan: The Smokey City’s 412 BBQ is the name of the company. We split the brands we offer, with 412 BBQ … Continue reading →

“Whether it’s in a training workshop, one-on-one coaching or during an action-oriented strategy session, clients will leave with the necessary tools and insight needed to address specific issues and can expect to be inspired and re-energized.” Structured Strategies works to … Continue reading →

This article was first published in Soul Pitt Quarterly Print Magazine (Winter 2019). Copyright Soul Pitt Media. All Rights Reserved. Click article for larger view.

This article was first published in Soul Pitt Quarterly Print Magazine (Winter 2019). Copyright Soul Pitt Media. All Rights Reserved.

       Sometimes it just takes a little push from someone else to get you in the direction that you need to go. That’s a belief that Johnstown native Greg Nash believes to be true. Nash’s fitness brand “Prisoners of Iron” (POI) has recently … Continue reading →

    Brenda Tate is a lifelong resident of the Hill District and a 40-year veteran of Pittsburgh law enforcement where she served in various capacities. These include, from foot patrol to the protection of three visiting Presidents and in 1998 she … Continue reading →

African-Americans and other minorities have long been key constituents in election years. Our population, though small yet growing, has the power to literally change the direction and outcome of a potential victory—if we actually get out and vote. It is … Continue reading →

     Exposed to entrepreneurship by his family, Kevin Jordan’s desire to own his business was inevitable. Internships at Duquesne University exposed him to Corporate America, he then realized he wanted to be the boss. “I had to learn the mechanics of running a … Continue reading →