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100 Black Men of Eastern N.Y., Inc.’s President Named"Man of the Year"

100 Black Men of Eastern N.Y., Inc.'s President Named as "Man of the Year" by NANBPWC, Inc. Central Nassau Club

Phil Andrews, President 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. and President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Phil Andrews, President 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. and President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (VIDCOM FILM WORKS Photography)

New York, New York - 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc.’s President Named "Man of the Year" honored by The National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women's Club, Inc. Central Nassau Club on April 13th, 2024 at their 65th Annual Founder’s Day Celebration Honoring Entrepreneurs, Business and Professional Women at the Coral House in Baldwin, New York.

“I am humbled by receiving such a prestigious award such as the Central Club "Man of the Year” and the award will continue to build on the work that we have embarked upon in establishing the newly chartered chapter of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York.

It was an honor and a privilege to be honored alongside Tracey Edwards (Sojourner Truth Award), Entrepreneur Awards to Angela Stanley, Joy Williams, LaShawn Lukes, Samantha Lawson, Business Award to Adrian Goodwin, Professional Award to Brianna Vaughn.

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About: 100 Black Men of Eastern New York - As a chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. will be hosting a variety of meetings in its service territory of Eastern New York. Eastern New York is comprised of the counties of Kings (Brooklyn), Nassau, Queens, Richmond, and Suffolk and concurrently with the Southern District, the waters within the counties of Bronx and New York.

The founders of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. have a long and lengthy history of service and commitment to downstate, New York.

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The mission of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York is to serve the African American community in Eastern New York in the areas of Education, Health and Wellness, Advocacy, Mentoring, community Development, Leadership Development and Economic Empowerment.
The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. was formed to address the current issues of our day in our community, and to build upon the illustrious foundation of the men who paved the way for a more just, and equitable society. The “100” advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all aspects of society.

The founders of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. have a long and lengthy history of service and commitment to downstate, New York. Our goal is to bring together a variety of men from diverse backgrounds who are committed to the community and have exemplified excellence in their prospective spheres of influence.

It is our desire to impact our community in a positive manner and change the narrative by creating greater success.

Together we will bring to bear every ounce of our ability to have a positive impact on our problems, challenges, and opportunities, and provide viable solutions. Phil Andrews, Founding President - 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc.

About: Founding President - The Founding President of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. has appeared on WABC Here and Now, NBC’s Positively Black, and was featured in Black Enterprise Magazine as a BE Modern Man. He has served as a Past President of a local chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. as a two-term president. Mr. Andrews is President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce. President-Emeritus of the Black Public Relations Society-New York Inc. (BPRS-NY) which is New York’s Premier organization for Image Makers and Strategists in Public Relations. In addition, Mr. Andrews is the Founding President of the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc.

Phil has received many proclamations from notable political officials including offices from New York State Assembly, Nassau and Suffolk County Executives, Long Island Mayors, Senators, NYC Elected Officials and a variety of other elected offices.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. 501c3 Non-for-Profit organization is membership-based. Follow the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/100bmeny/

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