IB TALK ONLINE SPECIAL: USO Holds Star-studded Gala and “Honor those who Serve”

By Ibrahim Dabo @IbDabo WASHINGTON, D.C.—Extraordinary bravery, loyalty and heroism of US service men and women were recognized on Nov. 2 when the United Service Organizations (USO) hosted its annual gala in Washington, D.C.  An estimated 1,100 guests were in attendance including Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Chairman of the …

America’s Top Businesses Honored At American Business Awards And Russell Simmons Receives Difference Maker Award

Report and interview by Ibrahim Dabo More than 600 executives from around the country gathered at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel on June 20, 2011 to celebrate the success of businesses that are thriving despite the challenges faced by an economic downturn. The ninth annual American Business Awards (ABAs) …

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: “The economy” is an abstract term as corporate profits have been relatively healthy, Michael Gallagher, president of The Stevie Awards, tells Ib Talk Online

A decade ago Michael Gallagher left his job and founded The American Business Awards to administer the Stevies. The Stevie Awards honor achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide.  Starting with The American Business Awards in 2002, the recognitions grew to include The International Business Awards in …

EXCLUSIVE FEATURE: NBA Champion Trent Tucker to Host Welcome Dinner in New York City & Celebrity Golf Outing in New Jersey

Exclusive interviews and report by Ibrahim Dabo For the first time since the inception of his foundation 12 years ago, NBA Champion Trent Tucker will host an All 4 Kids Foundation Welcome Dinner in New York City, the place where he spent nine years as an NBA player for the …