Category: PW Innovators

The Phoenix Phoundation works to eliminate generational cycles of domestic violence

by John Reid According to their website, the Phoenix Phoundation, created by Makya Little, “creates community partnerships to provide preventative training resources and wrap-around services for youth and survivors of domestic violence. Training includes financial literacy and credit counseling, spiritual counseling, trauma therapy, physical therapy, and career and life coaching.” In partnership with organizations such […]

by John Reid

Future Kings students win the Hard Problem Challenge at the 2023 I/ITSEC Conference

Woodbridge, VA – Future-Kings.org, a Northern Virginia-based non-profit organization, wonthe Second Annual “Hard Problem” Challenge at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation,and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) on Nov. 29. This conference is the largest of its kind in theworld. Future Kings’ participation demonstrates a dedication to working with academic partnersacross the country to “engineer great futures” by increasing […]

by John Reid

Honey and Ivey opening in Manassas.

Just in Time for the Holidays – First Dedicated Gluten Free Establishment Opens in Old Town Manassas Manassas, VA — A Prince William County farmers market favorite opens their doors in Old Town Manassas just in time for the holidays. Honey and Ivy Gluten Free began selling at the Manassas Farmers Market last season. They have […]

by John Reid

Embrace Creativity and Sustainability at Dabble, Manassas’ New Creative Reuse Center

Historic Downtown Manassas is welcoming an exciting addition to its vibrant community with the opening of Dabble, a Creative Reuse Center, located at 9100 Church Street, Suite 101. Dabble is set to become a hub for creativity, sustainability, and community engagement, offering a unique space for local residents to explore their artistic potential and contribute […]

by Liletta Harlem

Mayor Derrick Wood Hosts Community Event

On Thursday, October 26th, Mayor Derrick Wood hosted the “Your Business, Your Voice” community Business Roundtable in Dumfries. This event provided local businesses and organizations with a platform to express their concerns, needs, and showcase their contributions to the community. The key focus areas of this roundtable were: A standout outcome of this gathering was […]

by Liletta Harlem

Catching up with Dr. Sherrie A. Johnson

by John Reid “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” Whether it’s in the media, education, or entrepreneurship, Dr. Sherrie A. Johnson has always been able to translate whatever she sets out to into purpose and success. Last year, we spoke with her on the creation of her organization, Sherrie Johnson Communications, LLC. […]

by John Reid

SheBelieved Announces Annual Women Summit

by John Reid On Saturday, November 4, the non-profit organization dedicated to the empowerment of women and young girls, announces their annual Women’s Summit and Banquet taking place in Montclair. SheBelieved recently hosted a STEM summer camp, teaching them to develop the necessary skills for the corporate world. It continues the vision of the organization, […]

by John Reid

Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce launches the Virginia Black Caucus Local Elected Officials Initiative

The Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of the Virginia Black Caucus Local Elected Officials (VABC-LEO) initiative. This non-partisan program is a dynamic new platform dedicated to ensuring African-American representation in politics, promoting education for beneficial changes within the black community, and empowering black businesses to thrive. VABC-LEO actively advocates […]

by John Reid