Black Owned Businesses & Organizations

JArthur is an internationally certified (CISSP) IT security professional with over 25+ years of experience in information security in the financial services and global payments industry.  He has served on industry working groups for security standards such as PCI DSS which governs security standards for all domestic and international credit card and debit card payment systems.  He helped design the financial industry’s first CAPP (cyber attacks against payment processors) exercise in 2012 which continues to this day helping banks prepare for existing and emerging cyberattacks.  JArthur is currently a member of IBM's Security and Cryptography Council for the Americas.  He is a computer engineering graduate from Auburn University.  He has an MBA from Columbus State University and a Master of Arts in Christian Studies from Luther Rice College and Seminary.

Antione T. Harvis is a 2004 graduate of Auburn University in Auburn, AL. Where he received his B.S. of Computer Engineering. Since that time he has put his manifold talents and abilities to use in various fields which include Information Technology, education, sales, consulting, entrepreneurship, ministry and the non-profit arena. 

"INSURING A BRIGHT FUTURE WITH ONE ROSE AT A TIME."

Derek B. Thomas moved back to Alabama after serving in the United States Marine Corps. He studied Leadership and Ministry at Grace Bible College. He has led a local church in Opelika for over twenty years. He also owns Young Kings Lawn Care along with his business partner Dennis Stribling. In his free time, Derek loves writing and spending time with his family.

Visions of Colors Paint and Pour Studio a place where Artist are made, FUN is had and friendships become stronger. 

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FRAZELMA LYNN is a wife, mother, grandmother, retired teacher, assistant principal, and Federal Programs Coordinator.  All of her educational background is compiled with her parent coaching and personality profile certifications to promote a deeper family connection through structure, communication | relatability, and empowerment.

She is a cancer survivor and thriver who continued to teach, coach, and mentor in the face of life-threatening adversity. Through this experience, she became a published, award winning author.  The book is entitled: Left With Half Of A Face - Revised Edition (sold on amazon & website - www.parenting911.org).

Finally, she is the PARENTING911 COACH and Founder of FTP: Frazelma Teaching Parents LLC.

Hello all, my name is James and I'm pleased to offer to you my professional industrial cleaning services through my new business Hiecap. I have more than 20 years in the industry and I know what it takes to safely get the job done. I proudly served my country during my time in the Navy where I was a Gas Turbine Systems Specialist. I have worked in the power generation field for the past 14 years and with what I've learned throughout the years, I stand ready to serve the businesses in my community. 

Pannie-George’s Kitchen offers a southern style meat and vegetable cuisine. Each day we vary our meat and vegetable selection to provide our customers with an array of choices. Fried Chicken is the lone exception, due to its great taste, and overwhelming popularity.

My husband and I are both 1994 graduates of Auburn University.  We moved to the area from Atlanta 3 years ago and felt the need to fill a gap in the West Point restaurant industry.  We opened SIP Cafe Steak, Seafood, and Wine restaurant in 2022.  SIP Cafe is a full service restaurant and private event center in West Point, GA.  In addition to great food, we offer live music, sip and paint classes, wine tastings, etc.  Our mission is big city in small town.