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Caribbean-American Achievers Awards Presented At The 6th Annual “Expressions” Caribbean-American Exhibition & Festival

MIRAMAR“EXPRESSIONS” Caribbean-American Exhibition and Festival held on June 6, 2015 at the Miramar Cultural Center was as an absolute success with hundreds of attendees who came out to meet representatives from the diverse Caribbean-American Businesses and received valuable information. “This event continues to capture the attention of hundreds of consumers, entrepreneurs and business owners from Dade, Broward, Palm Beach Counties and Orlando”, says Elizabeth Burns the event planner/producer.

According to Burns, “The signature event has once again provided a platform for entrepreneurs to meet like minded people to showcase and promote their products and services”.

Caribbean-American Achievers Awards

One of the highlights of the evening was the official launch of the Caribbean-American Achievers Awards, acknowledging the outstanding contributions of individuals in the South Florida community.  The 2015 Recipients were Glen Khan, Rafiek A. Mohammed, John G. Beckford and Randy Corinthian.

Elizabeth Burns with Rafiek Mohammed
Elizabeth Burns with Rafiek Mohammed receiving his Caribbean-American Achiever Award

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elizabeth Burns with John Beckford, Caribbean-American achiever.
Elizabeth Burns with John Beckford, Caribbean-American achiever.

 

Elizabeth Burns with Caribbean-American Achiever, Randy Corinthian.
Elizabeth Burns with Caribbean-American Achiever, Randy Corinthian.

 

Elizabeth Burns with Wesley Kirton accepting the award for Glen Khan
Elizabeth Burns with Wesley Kirton accepting the award for Glen Khan

There was a special Recognition Awards presented to Carlos A. Bodden and James E. Drake, David Ross and Mark Louis Abrams (were not available for photograph) for their outstanding support and participation over the years to “EXPRESSIONS” Caribbean-American Exhibition and Festival.

Elizabeth Burns presenting award to Carlos Bodden.
Elizabeth Burns presenting award to Carlos Bodden.
James E. Drake Receiving Recognition from  Elizabeth Burns.
James E. Drake Receiving Recognition from Elizabeth Burns.

The event was enhanced by a fabulous lineup of entertainment: D.J.’S Tony Owens and Mark Swaby were on point as usual, Drumming Fingers Cultural Dance Group, Saxophonist Randy Corinthian, along with other entertainers did a fantastic job of providing great entertainment for the event.  Special show incentives and many other activities created a fun filled, fantastic environment. Official Photographer Uriah Bennett and Videographer-BarriVision captured the entire event on film.

Lucky attendees won special prizes such as: Trip to the Grand Bahama Island on Belearia Bahamas Express, Cruise to the Bahamas, lots of gift cards & certificates. Kudos to the sponsors/supporters of the event: Waste Pro USA,  Publix Supermarkets, Ellis Ged & Bodden, McKinley Insurance, Vitamalt,  StateFarm, Sagicor, just to name a few.

“Expressions”Caribbean-American Exhibition & Festival was a Huge Success!

“Hi Liz, just to let you know how impressed we were with your well organized event. People flowed through the event nicely, a great turnout. We are very pleased with our results, great business opportunities. We have participated in this event for several years and proud to be a part of it. The entertainment was splendid! Thanks for the beautiful award that I received.  Will certainly be participating next year-June 4, 2016”  James – McKinley Insurance.

Hello Mrs. Burns “ I just wanted to reach out to thank you for such a wonderful event celebrating Caribbean-American Heritage Month that took place in Miramar on June 6th 2015.

I had a great time, met a lot of good people, sampled a few products and best of all won a weekend cruise to the Bahamas and also a gift certificate to Royal India Restaurant. The atmosphere and the mood was so very positive for me that after leaving your event my blessings continued. A would be customer for the past six months finally called me and ordered 3 boxes of my product and I do believe that came about because of that positive energy I received from your event that stayed with me throughout the evening. What more can I ask for. I applaud you for hosting such a great event with a variety of products, services and entertainment. I am looking forward for your next event. Please keep me on your mailing list”.  Maurin Lovell.

The Rambutan Fruit was greatly accepted and enjoyed by Everyone. The Expressions-Caribbean American Exhibition & Festival was a great opportunity to introduce the Rambutan to the Caribbean-American Culture. Great Performers, Attendees, and Vendors” commented Katalina.

“This event was a great Kick-Off for Caribbean-American Heritage Month. An impressive collection of Caribbean-American Businesses and the addition of The Caribbean-American Achievers Awards & Recognition was a great way to acknowledge the contribution of outstanding individuals in our community.  In addition to displaying our fine Caribbean Art, we were treated to Caribbean food and great entertainment. “A complete event” states Albert Lettman of Jamaicaart.com.

 

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