The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis recently celebrated the accomplishments of 14 outstanding African-American media and communications professionals at its Salute to Excellence in Communications and Media recognition event. The honorees demonstrated mastery of their craft and a strong commitment to inclusivity by advocating for balance and perspective in the stories shared about black and brown communities. The ceremony was held at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel in the Crystal Ballroom and was attended by professionals, community leaders, and supporters. Congratulations to the following communications professionals who were recognized for their achievements:
The Daily Mix: Peripheral Apparel
The creator of Peripheral Apparel, Alicia Noori, talks about the inspiration behind this reflective, high-vis apparel line with Angella Sharpe. Also in the Mix: City Summer Jobs, SLATE Summer Youth Employment Program, Tootsie at the Fabulous Fox, Taco & Margarita...