The NY-Manhattan MBDA Business Center Grand Reception New York, NY

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Wednesday, October 26, 2011

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The NY-Manhattan MBDA Business Center Grand Reception New York, NY

New York, NY--- On Tuesday, October 25th Johnson Edman Advertising executed and hosted a grand opening reception for the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA). The Ny-Manhattan Business Center (NYCMBC) is one of a nationwide network of over 40 centers designed to stimulate job creation and the growth of minority businesses. It is the third business center opened by NCRC, which also manages the Houston and Washington, DC centers.

NYCMBC utilizes strategic partnerships and diverse professional backgrounds to improve minority-owned companies’ performance and profitability. At Tuesday’s grand opening, the center celebrated partnerships with the New York City Department of Small Business Services, the Empire State Development Corporation and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

The center’s growing client list includes some of the most recognized small minority and women owned firms in the NY/NJ region that operates across a range of industries including advertising, construction, information technology, energy, staffing and retail. The annual revenue of MBDA clients range from $1 million to more than $9 million annually.

“We’re pleased that we can bring to New York what we’ve been successful in providing minority entrepreneurs in Houston and Washington, D.C.: the tools they need to access capital and to sustain business growth,” said John Taylor, President and CEO of the NCRC. Suzette Bather Director of MBDA said that, “she is confident that the center will be of outstanding service to the New York business community.”

About the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA):

The MBDA Business Center in Manhattan, NY is part of a nationwide network of centers established by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency to create jobs and strengthen the U.S. economy by increasing the number, size and prosperity of minority-owned firms.

About the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC): 

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition is an association of more than 600 community-based organizations that promote access to basic banking services, including credit and savings, to create and sustain affordable housing, job development, and vibrant communities for America's working families. For more information, visit NCRC’s website at www.ncrc.org.

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New York, NY 10036

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Welcoming of DEAN E.BENNETT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MWBE NEW YORK STATE

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Thursday, July 21, 2011

Welcoming of DEAN E. BENNETT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MWBE NEW YORK STATE

“What Gets Measured, Gets Done!”

NEW YORK, NY -- On Wednesday July 20, 2011, Johnson Edman Advertising planned a catered reception at the Metropolitan Pavilion to welcome Dean E. Bennett as the new Executive Director for the Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC).

As Executive Director, Mr. Bennett overseas all procurement opportunities throughout New York State for new and current M/WBE companies that would like the chance to do business with the State. The key objectives for the ESDC is to encourage and assist vendors with the certification process that will open doors for minority and women owned businesses. This was made possible by the Executive Law Article 15-A proposed by Mark O’ Luck, Chief Executive Officer at Spectrum P.CC.

Prior to joining ESDC, Mr. Dean Bennett was the President/CEO of J.K. Bennett and Associates, Inc. (JKB), a New York-based management consulting firm that specializes in business development, supplier diversity management, government relations and securing procurement opportunities in the public and private sector.

Before establishing his firm, Mr. Bennett served as Vice President of Business Development and Supplier Diversity Initiatives at AVournou Construction Management Group (AVCMG) on Long Island, NY. At AVCMG, he was responsible for generating business opportunities and responding to government RFP/RFQs as well as privately funded projects.

Mr. Dean Bennett also served as Director of Equal Employment Opportunity and Deputy Director for the Office of Minority Affairs for Nassau County, where he oversaw M/WBE outreach and compliance for over 40 different government agencies. Within the scope of his responsibilities, Dean also served as the project manager of the first Disparity Study in the history.

Mr. Bennett has a Business Management/Economics degree from Hofstra University as well as a Masters of Science in Human Resources from the Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University.

Mr. Bennett resides in Baldwin, New York with his wife and two children.

Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors:

Northeast Brooklyn Housing and Development Corporation, Manhattan Stratergy Group, Armand Group, Argrette&Associates, Park Avenue Building an RoofingSupply, Penda Akin INC., Benchmark Title Agency LLC, The Caymitte Group and What’s Your Event. 

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Johnson Edman Advertising, Inc

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New York, NY 10036

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Reception & Celebration in honor of Mark O’ Luck, the first minority and MBE Trustee in the New York Power Authority’s 79-year history.

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Friday August 6, 2010 

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Reception & Celebration in honor of Mark O’ Luck, the first minority and MBE Trustee in the New York Power Authority’s 79-year history.

New York, NY--- Over 130 individuals including government officials, New York State M/WBEs, and corporate leaders attended a reception on Thursday August 5, 2010 at the Metropolitan Pavilion to honor and celebrate Spectrum’s CEO Mark O’ Luck, who is the first minority to serve as a Trustee on the New York Power Authority Board.

Mark O’ Luck, Chief Executive Officer 

Mark O’ Luck is Chief Executive Officer of Spectrum Personal Communications Corporation (“Spectrum”) a diversified business consulting firm he founded in 1994 that provides consulting services to large construction companies, large construction projects, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. Prior to starting Spectrum, he was co-founder and President of SBMA, Inc., a small business consulting firm, and worked as a business consultant and senior management consultant in Corporate America.

In June 2009, Mr. O’ Luck was nominated by Governor David A. Paterson as a Trustee of the Power Authority of the State of New York, and was confirmed by New York State Senate to serve a two-year term beginning April 2010. Mr. O' Luck is the first minority and MBE Trustee in NYPA's 79-year history to serve on its board. Some of the other boards and capacities in which he has served include: Chairman Emeritus & Past Chairman of the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation; Vice Chairman, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce; Regent, Long Island College Hospital; Director, Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service; Director, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corp. and several others.

Mr. O' Luck has served on the NYS Public Service Commission Consumer Advisory Council; Con Edison Business Advisory Board; Independence Community Bank Business Advisory Board, and the Kings County Overall Economic Development Planning Committee.

In 2007, he served on the Spitzer Paterson M/WBE Transition Team Working Group. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce’s Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Award, the 2006 MBE Award of Excellence from the XIII Annual Competitive Edge Conference, the 2003 Brooklyn Economic Development Corp. Service Award, et al.

Mark O’ Luck is a beacon of hope for the MWBE businesses and works tirelessly on issues concerning theses MWBE businesses in the State in New York. He always put his money where his month is. 

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New York, NY 10036

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3D Capital AG,Johnson Edman Advertising

THE COMPANY YOU KNOW, SERVICES YOU TRUST

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Trading Symbol:                                                                     Press Release # SB3D62708

Shares Outstanding:                                                                June 27, 2008

June 12, 2008. Zürich, Switzerland. Sherbrooke Equity AG, announced its acquisition of 3D Capital AG. The acquisition of the majority equity stake of 3D Capital was acquired for 17,000,000 shares of 3D Capital's European hedge fund at a price of 0.15 per share. 

Sherbrooke Equity AG plans to maintain 3D Capital's public listing. As management settles “into its new position the plan is to “clean house.” Accordingly, they will fix any and all of 3D Capital's shortcomings, said Lee Leblanc principal and spokes person for Sherbrooke Equity AG. The acquisition strengthens Sherbrooke Equity’s position within European financial markets and establishes it’s listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The partners of SBE AG chose to acquire the 3D Capital AG with the core understanding that working from the companies platform created greater benefits and opportunities for growth.

As SBE AG moves its resources into 3D Capital they enter a new realm of the market, reaching companies and services on a higher plateau. Additionally, they are actively pursuing other U.S. and European companies for investment and consequent listing on U.S. and European Exchanges.

“Our goal is to have basic, clear, forward thinking; and to move in a forward direction with this venture. We are promoting changes for the better: better services, better investment, and a better company with transparency. We will be recognized as 'THE COMPANY YOU KNOW, SERVICES YOU TRUST,'” said Louis Phillip Antunes. Managing Director of 3D Capital, AG.

Most people in the financial markets recognize 3D Capital as a long standing vertically integrated, one-stop international investment and consulting firm. SBE AG will operate from that foundation, while building and improving upon 3D Capital's history and relationships.

“We are happy to have made these small steps that will create a better company and a better tomorrow. You will see more from us as we phase into our new home.  Positioning, listings and communication will be first and foremost; and the key to the process for us. We look forward to new challenges and responsibilities that will inherently come with the new positioning. As Sheerbrooke Equity AG, absorbs 3D Capital we will truly become 'The Company you know, services you trust,' “Louis Phillip Antunes. Managing Director, Sheerbrooke Equity AG.

3D Capital AG is now SherBrooke Equity AG. SBE, AG is an International merchant banking firm focusing on special-situation and value growth oriented micro-cap public and private companies. 3D CAP/SBE AG is a Zürich, Switzerland based company with offices in Montreal, Canada and New York City. 3D Capital, AG (SherBrooke Equity AG) has been listing companies on the European Stock Exchange for xxx years now with a success rate of xx percent. 3D Capital AG (SherBrooke Equity AG) Stock Exchange symbol is (D3D.F). http://www.sherbrookeequity.com/

THE COMPANY YOU KNOW, SERVICES YOU TRUST

For Investor Relations Information Contact:             


                                                                        

SherBrooke Equity AG
Louis Philippe Antunes+41793030125, lpantunes@sherbrookeequity.com
www.sherbrookeequity.com/

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Trading Symbol:D3DF                                                                      

 Press Release #62308

June 23, 2008

WDNY AG NEW CLIENT

Sherbrooke Equity AG. Is proud to announce one of its newest clients WDNY AG trading symbol (WDR).  This exciting company that has its offices in Switzerland and is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange WDNY AG has 25,000,000 common shares issued and outstanding it also owns 100% in both its subsidiaries.

WDNY AG has expanded brand offerings include: related sportswear separates, knitwear and tops, special occasion and day dresses, seasonal outerwear, and lounge wear. Current brands under the WD·NY corporate umbrella include WD·NY, Warren by WD·NY, WD·NY Spa, WD·NY Black, WD Platinum and Fresh Twist. WDNY AG and Sherbrooke Equity are enjoying the fruits of new style of savvy brand marketing and creative sales re-engineered look.  The collection have been featured on The Today Show, The CBS Early Show, Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight and in hundreds of leading fashion magazines including Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Lucky, Marie Claire, People, In Touch and In Style with more to come.

Louis Philippe Antunes, Founder and Managing Partner of Sherbooke Equity AG said “ We are very pleased and overjoyed at the same time to have a company like WDNY AG on our client listings. We know that we will see many and great collections from WDNY in the coming season which will continue to build the company into a household brand like other player in the market.”

Sherbrooke Equity AG. Is an international merchant banking firm focusing on special-situation and value growth oriented micro-cap public and private companies. SBE AG is a Zurich, Switzerland based company with offices in Montreal, Canada and New York City. Sherbooke Equity AG has been listing companies on the European Stock Exchange for 6 years now with a success rate of 85% percent.  SBE AG STOCK EXCHANGE symbol is (D3D.F).  “SBE AG Has position itself for growth over the next few months look for more listing with companies that have quality products and services. For of ever change landscape” Oleg A. Reznik Managing Partner.

For Investor Relations Information Contact:

Sherbrooke Equity AG

Louis Philippe Antunes

+41793030125

lpantunes@sherbrookeequity.com

Johnson Edman Advertising, Inc

114 West 47th Street, 19th Floor

New York, NY 10036

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Press Release #41408 

June 2, 2008

Northeast Brooklyn Housing Development Corporation

Project Title: Vernon Avenue Condominiums

Location: 119-125 Vernon Avenue between Tompkins and Marcy Ave

NEBHDCo in collaboration with NYC Housing Preservation and Development will purchase and redevelop four city-owned vacant lots in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Tompkins Park North. The project area is primarily by low density, low-rise residential uses with local retail and services scattered at various locations along most of the adjacent north/south avenues and Myrtle Avenue, which is one block north of the project site. Vernon Avenue Condominiums are accessible to the M, J, Z, G and L trains, additionally; there are transit bus services along Myrtle, Nostrand and Tompkins Avenues. The project will involve the new construction of two 4-story residential condominium buildings, totaling approximately 7,583 square feet in each building, having a total square footage of 15,166. Both buildings are being developed under the quality-housing program. 

The main entrances for each building face Vernon Avenue. Each building will have (8) eight residential condominium units totaling sixteen (16) units and consist of fourteen (14) two-bedrooms with an average square footage of 781 to 801 square feet and two (2) one-bedrooms with an average of 601 square feet; on-site laundry room and individual storage areas for each owner on the lower level of the building. NEBHDCO future goals are to promote a “Greener” Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhoods so they added approximately two-thousand and fifty-nine (2,059) square feet of landscaping will be provided; from the property line of each building’s entrance a decorative gate and passive landscaping will be installed along the frontage of the property as a buffer. 

The project’s prices for the homes will be affordable ranging from 96,000 for a one-bedroom to $374,000 for a two-bedroom. Project financing will be private unsubsidized financing utilizing a cross-subsidy approach to maintain affordability and a real estate tax abatement on the land as a result it will reduce the buyers/owners overall real estate tax . Construction of the Vernon Avenue Condominiums will begin this summer 2008 with a completion date project will be spring 2010.

The community views the project as a positive addition toward increasing homeownership and addressing the housing needs of middle-income households in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood.

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Johnson Edman Advertising, Inc. 

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Alma Cox

Northeast Brooklyn Housing Development Corp

acox@nebhdco.org