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SESBM SPORTS with Sean Woodson

J. Anthony — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:51:49 +0000

It’s impossible to talk about sports without mentioning the culmination of March Madness for Men’s College Basketball. The scene was set in Atlanta’s Georgia Dome with 74,326 fans on hand to watch in my opinion one the best National Championship games played in a long time! Louisville the #1 seed over all matched of with Michigan. What’s at stake: Michigan has not been in the title game since 1993 while Louisville is poised to win their third National Championship.

The fans surely weren’t disappointed. There were fantastic plays, big shots made throughout the entire game. Michigan’s Trey Burke, named the best player in college basketball the night before the championship game, started the game hot hitting his team’s first seven points in a flamboyant matter only to miss a significant amount of the game after getting in to foul trouble early. Spike Albrecht provided a spark for the wolverines with his hot shooting in the first half hitting 4 out 5 from behind the three point strike. Louisville’s Luke Hancock would not be out done, signifying himself as a sharp shooter hitting 5 of 5 from the three point strike. Hancock coming out the bench was the driving force to erase the 12 point lead that Michigan desperately tried to hang on to.

Down the stretch Peyton Siva paced the Cardinals making key shots turning an 18 point performance. Burke came back into try to rally his team but would fall a little short despite turning in a 24 point performance. Louisville riding an emotional high focused on winning for their injured teammate Kevin Ware would win the game 82 to 76. Giving Louisville its’ third National Championship.

Throughout the tournament there were a lot of surprises, none greater than Cinderella Florida Gulf Coast making it to the Sweet Sixteen after shocking a #2 & #7 seed in the first two rounds. The school has only been around since 1991. The state of Florida had three teams to make the tournament Florida, Miami, and Florida Gulf Coast. A Honorable mention goes out to Southern University in Baton Rouge for a hard fought game versus Gonzaga which would not be decided until the last 1:30 of the ball game in a first round matchup.

Now that basketball season is over and spring is officially here, so is spring football and the Masters. Majority of College Football teams are practicing and preparing for the inter-squad game which in most instances will be occurring, April 13 or April 20. Check your favorite or local team’s schedule then get out to support them . Golf fans have Augusta, Georgia buzzing with the Masters starting Thursday April 11; the big question will Tiger win his 5^th Masters this weekend? Whatever your sport interests are I encourage you to get outside and enjoy it along with this beautiful spring weather in the south.

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ORLANDO, FL

J. Anthony — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 18:41:25 +0000

A world-renowned destination, Orlando is the place to make all of your vacation dreams come true. Of course, it is beloved for its theme parks: Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando and many others. But it also beckons with world-class resorts, shopping opportunities for every budget, all-season golf courses, and some of the most enticing dining opportunities on the planet. Less known but equally inviting are the downtown sections of Orlando itself and many nearby towns in Central Florida – places that celebrate public art and take pride in offering a myriad of cultural opportunities.

Go to Orlando – and take your family – and wish upon a star.

Nosegay Florist

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:02:05 +0000

Over 70 years ago, a small little business opened on Crawford Road with a name rooted deep in history: Nosegay Florists. The word Nosegay finds its origin in England from about the 15th century. Simply meaning a bouquet of flowers, the word quickly became associated with bridal shops. With those roots, Nosegay has flourished, continuing to produce blooms of beauty in Phoenix City, AL. No longer a tiny shop, Nosegay Florists now operates out of a 4500 square foot facility with a wide range of floral services. From in-home decorating to large corporate events, Nosegay brings beauty to customers. Purchased in 1983 by Shawneice Benton, the shop allows her to combine her formal education (Business and Finance) with her passion: DESIGN…..

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Cynthia Maisano

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:46:49 +0000

Cynthia Maisano represents the Justice Field well. Her love for her work as a private practice attorney blends with appreciation for her clients and commitment to them. Committed to the fair application of law without personal judgments, Maisano is a shining testimony for justice. She also exemplifies the beauty of a life that radiates thankfulness and contentment. “God blesses me and I pay it forward,” is the guiding principle of her life. Attorney Maisano credits her mother with identifying the legal field as the perfect match for her. “She said I talked a lot and ought to be an attorney, “quipped Cynthia. The wisdom of that choice is clear as Maisano…For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men in Business: Daniel Gaines

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:39:26 +0000

Preventing businesses from making his own mistake energizes Daniel Gaines. Not understanding the value of his talent and his own self prevented the birth of Daniel Gaines Ventures! Now that it has arrived, Daniel Gaines strives to help companies understand who they want to be and how to present that identity clearly. With a gift for grasping concepts, visualizing results, and designing a plan for achieving goals, Creative Marketing is the industry suited to Daniel Gaines. “Everything starts with a thought’” says Daniel, and he loves to hear those thoughts and run with ideas for customers……For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men in Business: Charles Lawson

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:33:03 +0000

Just as necessity became the mother of invention, not finding the ‘right’ item gave birth to the dream of L&O Greek Specialties in the fall of 1999. Long-time friends and fraternity brothers, Maynard Odom and Charles Lawson, launched their endeavor in January 2000. After a thorough search of existing products available to fraternal organizations, the friends decided to put their creativity to work designing and promoting items for the unique markets of fraternities, sororities and Masonic organizations…..For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men in Business: Bob Dickerson

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:17:16 +0000

The Birmingham Business Resource Center is a business story of its own. Founded in 1996 by Bob Dickerson, the BBRC offers valuable services to prospective entrepreneurs. Essentially the center is a small business development agency that helps clients in three primary areas: management and technical assistance; access to capital and advocacy. Need birthed this center. While funding opportunities existed in the area, no resource was available to provide the complete package of services to potential business owners. Dickerson, a former banker,…….For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men in Business: Delray Stephens

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:13:06 +0000

Passion for people is not a common business foundation. Happy Valley is not a common business enterprise. It is a testament to faith. “Doing the best we can for every individual is the key to our success,” says Happy Valley founder, Lucretius Stephens. “Everything else will take care of itself if you focus on the individual.” In their fifth year of operation and expanding, the philosophy is bearing fruit! A Day Services facility for adults, Happy Valley develops individualized life plans for every client. Mr. Stephens, a former special education teacher, established Happy Valley with an educational foundation intended to help every person…….For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men In Business: Jamiel Hampton

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:02:53 +0000

SESBM enjoyed the opportunity to talk with Jamiel Hampton, an innovative entrepreneur poised to launch a company with great promise! Already a successful businessman with an eye toward re-purposing items in construction settings, Jamiel was captured by the potential in the emerging technology field of Pyrolysis. Aware that countries such as Japan and India employ Pyrolysis to produce fuel from waste products, he began researching the topic. Excited by the potential and opportunity, the vision of……For the rest of this article subscribe to our magazine.

Men In Business: Emanuel Jones

J. Anthony — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:52:29 +0000

Leaving this world a better place is a worthy goal for every life. SESBM recent sat down with Emanuel Jones, an inspiring business owner and Georgia Senator with numerous accolades to his credit: 2008 nominee for the JFK Profile in Courage Award, Georgia Top 40 Under 40 Rising Stars and Legislator of Year to name a few. It is our hope that his glimpse of a well-lived life might inspire each of us!

Each name of his dealerships–Legacy Ford. Legacy Chevrolet, Cadillac, Saab of Columbus, Legacy Ford of McDonough and Legendary Ford-Mercury of Marion, NC –reveal Jones’ driving force: LEGACY. A philosophy of living a life that leaves a meaningful legacy permeates the story of Mr. Jones. A successful businessman, burgeoning inventor, dedicated family man and committed public servant, Senator Jones’ life is, indeed, a legacy in the making. He credits ………..For the rest of this articlesubscribe to our magazine.