The Prince William County Minority Business Network held its November Networking Social at the All –American Steakhouse at the Ashland Community Square.
Participants at the monthly social had the opportunity to network, fellowship, win door prizes, enjoy delicious entrees as well as the impeccable service of the All American Steakhouse, and hear from the featured p, Mrs. Simeaka Melton of Rising Above Expectations.
Participants at the monthly social had the opportunity to network, fellowship, win door prizes, enjoy delicious entrees as well as the impeccable service of the All American Steakhouse, and hear from the Featured Speaker, Mrs. Simeaka Melton of Rising Above Expectations.
Mrs. Melton’s organization, RAE, provides mentor services and leadership programs for all youth; with focus areas in: self-esteem building, healthy relationships, and anti-bullying. Each year, RAE, holds a summer camp, that allows youth to “unplug” from technology, and get connected with nature, leadership, and their peers in a positive environment. Please visit www.risingaboveexpectations.org to learn more about their programming, and how you can get involved with an organization that works to uplift our youth.
Please join us for our December Networking Social, where our featured speaker will be Mrs. Nichole Chamblin of Visions Productivity Solutions.
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