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UA-PTC to Host Black History Month panel discussion featuring Arkansas business leaders

UA - Pulaski Tech will host a Black History Month panel discussion titled Overcoming Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers: Black Men in Business on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to noon in the CHARTS Theater on the UA-PTC Main Campus in North Little Rock. A reception will precede the panel discussion at 10 a.m. in the CHARTS lobby.

This event is free and open to the public.

The panel discussion will feature a diverse group of successful Black entrepreneurs and business leaders who will share their experiences, insights, and advice on navigating the challenges and opportunities in the business world.

Panelists include:

• Joshua "Josh" Rucker: A seasoned marketing consultant, data analyst, and entrepreneur. Founder of Lancorp Digital Solutions, a full-service digital marketing agency, Josh specializes in empowering minority-owned businesses to achieve sustainable growth online. His expertise in consumer analytics and strategic planning has helped numerous brands expand their reach and build lasting success.
• Keith Tucker, Jr.: Founder of Truth Sauce Inc., a company focused on creating innovative, high-quality sauces with bold flavors and natural ingredients. Truth Sauce Can Be Found In Walmart, Edwards Food Giant And Many Other Places Across The State.
• Jorn Agugbuem, Jr.: A multifaceted entrepreneur involved in restaurants, promotion, photography, graphic design, real estate, and more.

This project is supported in part by a grant from Arkansas Humanities Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities. For more information, please contact Ronica Crutchfield at rcrutchfield@uaptc.edu.