Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce and Ford Partner to Honor Congressman John Conyers

PRLog (Press Release) - Sep. 20, 2012 - Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce and Ford Partner to Honor Congressman John Conyers for 50 Years of Advocacy in Social Justice

•   Grammy-nominated R&B singer Eric Benet and celebrity deejay Biz Markie are among the event’s highlights.
•   Ambassador Andrew Young, Harry Belafonte, Judge Greg Mathis, Jasmine Guy and several other special guests and celebrities are scheduled to attend this highly anticipated event.  


WHAT:    Ford Motor Company, the Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC) and a host of other sponsors and strategic partners will team up to present Rep. John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI) with the Champion of Justice Award during the Michigan Congressional Black Caucus Reception and Motown Live Afterglow.

WHO:   Director, Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services Pamela Alexander, MBCC President and CEO Ken Harris, Rep. John Conyers and are other featured guests are available for interviews.

Hosted by political news contributor and host of TV One’s “Washington Watch,” Roland Martin, the event will include a live performance by Eric Benet and music by Biz-Markie. In addition to Conyer’s award, the event will also feature Rep. Hansen Clarke (D-MI), City of Detroit Mayor Dave Bing and President and CEO of the U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce, Ron Busby, Sr. along with, other members of Michigan’s Congressional Delegation.

WHERE:    The Mead Center for American Theater, Home of the Arena Stage
1101 6th Street, SE Washington, D.C.

WHEN:   Friday, September 21, 2012
      8 p.m. – 10 p.m.

DETAILS:   More information about tickets for the Michigan CBC Reception and Motown Live Afterglow visit  www.motownlive.org or call (202) 594-3151
   
CONTACT:   To apply for press credentials please email Xina Eiland at xinaeiland@me.com or call 703-785-4358 and Pernell Potter at ppotter@ntouchgroup.com or to receive form and return it by email no later than September 20, 2012.