Premiering on the BET Network, February, 22, 2008 at 8:00 PM
Along with Alicia Keys, Tyra Banks, Dr. Cornel West, Richard Parson and The
Honorable Maxine Waters.
TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- BET Networks celebrated the
inaugural THE BET HONORS, on Saturday, January 12th, an evening dedicated
to recognizing the achievements and contributions of distinguished African
American leaders in their fields. Hosted by Cedric "The Entertainer," THE
BET HONORS celebrates remarkable contributions of Alicia Keys
(Entertainment), Tyra Banks (Media), Dr. Cornel West
(Inspirational/Education), Richard Parsons (Corporate), the Honorable
Maxine Waters (Government) and CEO Janice Bryant Howroyd (Entrepreneur).
"These inspiring individuals have distinguished themselves professionally
in their respective fields, have given back to the community in a
significant way and show us that we can be anything in the world that we
can dream. Their achievements encourage us, their energy motivates us and
their creativity inspires us -- and we thank them for that!" said Debra
Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks.
The inaugural event took place at the Warner Theatre in Washington,
D.C., on Saturday, January 12th, and premiere on the network on Friday,
February 22 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT, airing during Black History Month.
"We are thrilled to present the first-ever BET HONORS and pay tribute
to the thinkers, trailblazers and trendsetters whose accomplishments serve
as inspirations for current and future generations," said Debra Lee,
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks. "Each of these
remarkable individuals has made significant contributions to the Black
community and American culture overall, and BET Networks is proud to
recognize them through this very special, new tent pole event. We've done a
number of significant shows in other cities, but what better place to honor
these individuals than in our home city of Washington, D.C."
Honoree, Janice Bryant Howroyd CEO of the ACT-1 Group, the leading
human resources industry as both the largest staffing agency in America and
the developer and partnership firm for human resource talent management.
The ACT-1 Group is a multi-division conglomerate offering services matching
the growth of today's future-focused industry needs. The group includes
ACT-1 Personnel Services for temporary, direct hire and contract employees;
@Tech, offering professional and technical hire support, as well as project
planning and workforce; A-Check America, a web-based pre-employment and
background screening service; and DSSI, offering complete document and
electronic file management. A stellar part of this conglomerate is the
Agile-1 Solutions group, which provides technology and management solutions
for human capital and vendor management, that creates streamlined and
efficient contingent staffing and project based processes. Her company
group provides global solutions, currently in North America, Puerto Rico
and India. The Group will open locations in England in this year and has
plans to be operable in Brazil before second quarter of 2008.
Last year Ms. Bryant Howroyd was named Outstanding Entrepreneur from
Texas Association of African American Chamber of Commerce. Ms Bryant
Howroyd was also honored by North Carolina Institute of Minority Economic
Development as Top Woman Business Owner. Ms. Bryant Howroyd also made Black
Enterprise's list of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Business based on
entrepreneurial leadership and Ebony's 100 Most Influential. In 2006, She
has been twice named by the Star Group as one of the 50 Leading Women
Entrepreneurs of the World -- becoming the first African-American woman
honored.
Beyond her success in business and civic affairs, Ms. Bryant Howroyd
carries a dedicated enthusiasm and passion for community development.
"Empowering people is a blessing and responsibility," said Bryant Howroyd.
Ms. Bryant Howroyd has appeared on numerous television shows, including
"Tyra," "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and "The Tavis Smiley Show." For more
information please contact the Act-1 Group, go to http://www.act1group.com.
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