ATLANTA, GA, January 18, 2013 — organizers for the upcoming Ambassadors Inaugural Ball have announced that Spelman College will be duly represented at the ball – taking place on the night of President Obama’s inauguration. Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, the President of Spelman College plans to be in attendance, as do many of the famous college’s alumnae- who have worked to make sure that their alma mater is a part of the event. Included amongst the well-regarded Spelman alumnae is the President and Co-Founder of the KENO Foundation, Inc. www.kenofund.org, Adrienne Lance Lucas . (It was previously reported that the KENO Foundation would be acting as a fiduciary and beneficiary of some of the proceeds from the event.)

“I consider it an honor and a privilege to be counted among those that will be taking an active role and participating in the Ambassador’s Inaugural Ball next week,” said Ms. Lance Lucas. “Being able to mix and mingle with a who’s who in world government and business is an invaluable opportunity not only our foundation, but for the many teens and young adults whom we support in their own humanitarian & business endeavors.”

The Ambassadors Inaugural Ball is being organized and hosted by a cadre of prominent leaders from around the world. “We will be hosting corporate supporters, international leaders, recognized institutions of higher learning and invited guest from all corners of the planet,” said Robert Shumake, Honorary Consul General to the Republic of Botswana and the Business Chair for the ball. “Having Spelman alums in attendance really brings home the global perspective of the Ambassadors Ball – as the school has taken up a world-wide outlook that has students involved in studies abroad prior to graduating. We will also be graced with a performance of “A Choice to Change the World” by members of the Spelman Glee Club; which definitely mirrors our theme.”

“As an alumna of Spelman College I find it important that we participate in all sectors offered. As for me, I have gravitated toward playing an active role in shaping our global community in business and especially for youth,” added Ms. Lance Lucas who also serves as the Chairman of the Botswana American Chamber of Commerce, www.botswanachamber.org.

Spelman was fortunate to have the nation’s First Lady, Michelle Obama serve as the commencement speaker in 2011. “Regardless of your political affiliation, it is always an added benefit and historical mark for a College to have the President of the United States of America or First Lady walk the grounds of your campus. Spelman’s participation in the 57th Presidential Inaugural events of 2013, add another historical mark to this wonderful institution and as a Spelman woman I am exceedingly proud.”

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Washington, D.C. (January 18, 2013)–As inauguration draws near, the host committee for the Ambassadors Inaugural Ball presented by GrupoMex (to be held at the Carnegie Library – directly adjacent to the official Inaugural Ball & Commander In Chief‘s Ball) has released details on the planned use of proceeds from the massive event.
“Just as the rest of the country is abuzz with excitement over inauguration day, we are overflowing with anticipation – with many wonderful events being intertwined to celebrate where we’ve come from – as well as where we’re going,” said Mr. Robert Shumake, Business Chair of the Ambassadors Inaugural Ball, and founder of event sponsor ShuFund Capital.

“On Monday, we will be celebrating our future with the second term of the nation’s first African-American president, while also remembering an invaluable man (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.), who helped to make this future possible,” Shumake added.
The inaugural ceremonies and other events will take place on MLK Day due to the official inauguration date falling on a Sunday.

Keeping in mind the historic relevance of the day, event organizers are mindful of those who will come up next; which is why they are dedicating our Ambassadors Inaugural Ball to making a difference, and providing more than just encouraging words, but financial support – to a group of organizations that are committed to bringing about change for generations to follow, not just locally, but around the globe.
According to Robert Shumake; “ShuFund Capital has always been about the double bottom line; making a profit and making a difference, this unique event epitomizes this mantra.”

The organizations that are to benefit from the Ambassadors Inaugural Ball proceeds include, Ms. USA Nana Meriwether’s The Meriwether Foundation (which focuses on stabilizing the health & economics of lives in South Africa), the Kid Entrepreneurs Need Opportunities (KENO) Foundation (an organization that trains, grows and nurtures businesses formed by young entrepreneurs) and AthleTECH (a Microsoft supported program, under the direction of Anthony Egbuniwe, a Technical Account Manager).

Mr. Egbuniwe of Microsoft said, “AthleTECH is an innovative social enterprise focused on changing the way the next generation uses modern technology to encourage both personal fitness and an affinity toward technology as a means of STEM education.”

About ShuFund Capital:
ShuFund Capital is a pioneer of the world’s first and largest Global Electronic Mobile Micro-finance (GEMM) technology platform and home of the ShuMoney Mobile Micro-finance Network. Our core competency is moving money fast and providing micro financial services throughout the world to our clients.

ShuFund Capital is an affiliated company of SGP International Holdings L3C. Shufund Capital operates in the high tech mobile micro financial services sector and offers products positioned under the ShuMoney brand.

About The KENO Foundation: @KENOFund
Kid Entrepreneurs Need Opportunities (KENO) Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization co-founded by business woman, Adrienne Lance Lucas and her son, Keno Lucas II in 2010. (KENO) fosters, grows and nurtures businesses formed by kid entrepreneurs. KENO teaches youth around the world leadership, business and financial literacy, legacy wealth creation, and business stewardship. A co-sponsor of a Youth Ambassador & Humanitarian Program, KENO offers high school and college age students an opportunity to gain first hand experience of the economy, culture and society of another nation.

KENO is proud to continue to take steps to lead youth to self-sufficiency and mutual understanding between one another that will aid in eradicating global poverty and building global communities that can change the world for good.

About Meriwether Foundation: @MeriwetherFDTN
The Dr. W. D. and N. Meriwether Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 international non-profit charitable organization. It operates health, HIV/AIDS, agriculture, food security, water, sanitation and sustainable economic empowerment programs in rural and peri-urban areas of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. The mission of the Meriwether Foundation is to improve health, empower communities, and alleviate poverty, with special emphasis on underserved rural and peri-urban areas.

About AthleTECH: @Athele_TECH
AthleTECH creates highly engaging experiences for our next generation of leaders to utilize technology to learn about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) subjects, personal fitness and develop life skills. By utilizing Microsoft resources and the expertise of professional athletes, AthleTECH provides participants with priceless experiences that will help mold them into intelligent, active and responsible champions.

About the 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball: @AmbassadorBall
The first of its kind hosted exclusively by the international Ambassadors community, this ball will be attended by members of the Diplomatic Corps, United States Congress, appointees and other luminaries of politics and business.

The event provides an excellent means to contribute to the worldwide humanitarian efforts being supported by the event including; human trafficking, global warming, AIDS, food security and lack of medical care.

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Currently a finalist for the NFL P.U.L.S.E. Award for his strides in community service and philanthropy off the field, Week 11 AFC Defensive player of the week Michael Johnson is traveling from his hometown of Selma, Alabama to support the 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball!

MJ, as he is affectionately called just finished a stellar season with the Bengals helping his team to the playoffs with 11.5 sacks, 52 tackles and 1 interception. The Georgia Tech alum is a tireless activist for children’s rights and champion for programs that support and encourage healthy eating, physical fitness and education. His own foundation, the MJ93 Fund (www.mj93.com) has recently donated over $16K to the University of Cincinnati Gen-1 Theme House (http://www.mj93.org/mj-donates-over-16k-to-univ-of-cincinnatis-gen-1-theme-house/), $10K to the YMCA and is hosting his 4th Annual Michael Johnson Youth Football and Cheer Camp.

In the past, he has supported Ambassador Inaugural Ball beneficiaries KENO with a donation and AtheleTECH as a pro-athlete mentor! He is also a Trea Day PR Client!

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Representing countries including Suriname, Gambia, Macedonia, Panama, Botswana, Trinidad and Tobago, Liechtenstein, Morocco, Albania, Bahrain, Kosovo, Slovenia, Guyana, Congo, Oman, Bangladesh, Côte d’Ivoire and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the Ambassadors Inaugural Ball Host Committee will present a diverse entertainment lineup including world class singers, bands and a live DJ. Hip-hop artist and TV personality Biz Markie, whose top 10 single “Just a Friend” is lauded as one of the greatest hip-hop songs of all time, will also perform. According to Biz Markie, “It’s an honor to share the stage with such great talent from all over the world at this international event celebrating the re-election of President Obama.”

Ball attendees will be serenaded by Lira, a multi-platinum, award winning South African singer/songwriter. She has graced the covers of numerous fashion and lifestyle magazines and won a multitude of accolades from the South African Music Awards, MTV Africa Awards, Channel O Awards, Metro FM & MOJO Awards as well as Glamour Magazine South Africa’s 2008 “Woman of the Year”.

Afterglow performers include Mi Casa, the South African band consisting of three members, Dr. Duda (producer and pianist), Jsomething (vocalist and guitarist), and Mo-T (trumpeter). The group’s latest album Micasa Music won several awards at the 18th Annual MTN South Africa Music Awards in 2012 including, “Best Dance Album”, “Record of the Year” and “Group of the Year”.

DJ Anané Vega is described by Billboard magazine as “combining earthiness with glamor and roots-deep house music knowledge with pop wise diversity”.

The 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball: Promoting International Peace, Unity & Diplomacy will include a stirring tribute, honoring President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama by heads of state, ambassadors, dignitaries, consuls general, and key embassy officials. The tribute will also feature uHatin?® University’s uLovin Campaign’s modern day version of “We Are The World” entitled “Change This World Together” led by the R&B sensation Quante Eggleston. Schools and youth programs throughout the United States have embraced this anti-bullying campaign.

This ball will be attended by members of the United States Congress, US State Department officials, cabinet members, appointees and other luminaries of politics and business.

Ambassadors to Suriname [Subhas-Chandra Munga], Gambia [Alieu M. Ngum], Republic of Trinidad and Tobago [Dr. Neil Parsan], Principality of Liechtenstein [Mrs. Claudia Fritsche], Kosovo [Mr. Akan Ismaili], Morocco [Mr. Rachad Bouhlal], Republic of Panama [Mr. Mario Jaramillo], Permanent Mission of Panama [Guillermo A. Cochez], Republic of Botswana [Ms. Tebelelo Seretse], Republic of Slovenia [Mr. Roman Kirn], Bangladesh [Mr. Akramul Qader], Guyana [Mr. Bayney Karran], Oman [Mr. Hunaina Al- Mughairy], Bahrain [Ms. Houda Ezra], Congo [Dr. Faida M. Mitifu], Macedonia [Mr. Zovan Jolevski], Albania [Mr. Gilbert Galanhxi], Côte d’Ivoire [Mr. Daouda Diabaté], St. Vincent and the Grenadines [Ms. La Celia A. Prince] and Botswana Honorary Consul Mr. Robert S. Shumake have partnered to present this event hosted exclusively by the international Ambassadors community.

The 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball has premier sponsorship packages available. The Ball provides an excellent means to contribute to the worldwide humanitarian efforts being supported by the event including; human trafficking, global warming, AIDS, food security and lack of medical care. For information about the Ambassadors Ball and sponsorship packages, contact Event Manager Elite Socialite Events, LLC at (202) 594-3151 or info@ambassadors-ball.com. Tickets may be purchased at http://www.ambassadorsinauguralball.com. Visit the Ambassadors Inaugural Ball website at www.ambassadorsinauguralball.com. “Like Us” on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/2013-Ambassadors-InauguralBall/447685975288253 and follow us on Twitter at @AmbassadorBall.

To secure press credentials or arrange interviews contact Trea Davenport, Director of Public Relations of 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball at treadaypr@gmail.com or via US Press Office +1 678 327 8281.

AMB2013 was founded by a collection of international dignitaries for the specific purpose of producing the 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball; the quintessential celebration of diplomacy among diverse races, religions, cultures and countries. AMB2013 promulgates peace and humanity for mankind and sets aside political views and aligning with domestic and international partners that celebrate global peace.

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WASHINGTON, DC, December 13, 2012—Award winning South African  adult contemporary recording artist Lira and prominent band Mi Casa will join celebrated West African DJ Anané Vega and Her Excellency Ambassador Tebelelo Seretse of the Republic of Botswana to the United States in a press meet and greet to formally announce their involvement in the 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball. Taking place in Washington, DC in honor of United States President, Barack Obama following the official swearing in ceremonies on January 21, 2013. The illustrious event will be held at the The Mead Center for American Theater, Home of the Arena Stage . Acclaimed American DJ Biz Markie will be featured on the main stage, other VIPS and celebrities will be announced in the coming days. The Johannesburg press event will take place Saturday, December 15, 2013 in the main lobby of the Michelangelo Hotel located at 135 West Street, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandown, 20146 at 10:00am.

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The Johannesburg press event will take place Saturday, December 15, 2013 in the main lobby of the Michelangelo Hotel located at 135 West Street, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandown, 20146 at 10:00am. The Ambassadors Inaugural Ball will include a stirring tribute, honoring President Barack & First Lady Michelle Obama . Participating in this tribute will be other Heads of State, Ambassadors, Dignitaries, Consul Generals, and key Embassy officials. This event will also be attended by members of the United States Congress, State Department officials, cabinet members, appointees, as well as, other luminaries of politics and business. The 2013 Ambassadors Inaugural Ball: Promoting International Peace, Unity & Diplomacy will be hosted exclusively by the international Ambassadors community. With over 2,000 expected guests, this soiree will be one of the most memorable inauguration events. Host committee members representing a myriad of diverse races, religions, cultures and countries have partnered to present this event, including; Ambassadors to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago , Kosovo , Morocco, Panama and the Republic of Botswana . Tickets may be purchased at http://ambassadorsball.eventbrite.com.

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