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Curley M. Dossman, Jr. installed as new Chairman of 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
(PRNewswire-USNewswire) – The 100 Black Men of America, Inc., announces the installation of Curley M. Dossman, Jr. as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Dossman, a long standing member and executive officer of 100 Black Men of America, will take the helm as Chairman of the Board on September 28, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Installation Ceremony will be held at the Ritz Carlton Atlanta where Dossman will be officially sworn in along with the 2012-2014 executive leadership team of the 100. Dossman was elected to become the fifth leader of the organization during its 26th Annual Conference in June.
“The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is positioned to execute a seamless transition in leadership,” stated Chairman Albert E. Dotson, Jr. “Curley and I have worked together in the organization for many years and it is my pleasure to pass the baton to a servant leader who also happens to be a proven coalition builder. Curley’s diverse professional, philanthropic, and civic experiences make him uniquely qualified to advance the mission of our organization. He is passionate about empowering our community and committed to strengthening The 100 Black Men of America, Inc.’s core service delivery, which is mentoring youth.”
“I look forward to building upon the great work established by my predecessors, our Board, members, sponsors, volunteers, and staff by leading our organization to a higher level of impact,” stated Dossman. “Our global network of 118 Chapters continues to make sustainable impact in the lives of youth. It is an honor to lead The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and our efforts to narrow the opportunity gap for our youth by bolstering our mentoring programs and through the implementation of our new education advocacy and public policy initiatives.”
Dossman’s diverse professional career, leadership assignments in various other nonprofit organizations, and service on numerous community boards prepared him for this role. He is the former president of 100 Black Men of Atlanta and is currently president of the Georgia Pacific Foundation where he has served since 1995.
Dossman will share his vision for the 100 during the Installation Ceremony which will begin at 11:30 a.m. Leaders from across the 100’s global network, local and national dignitaries, and business executives will be in attendance. The media is invited to participate. Please confirm attendance with Telain Ware at [email protected] or 404.593.5736 by September 24, 2012.
