Thursday
March 29th 2001 was Youth Entrepreneur Day in New York, this annual
event was to congratulate young people who have taken leadership the
economy. These creative and willing young entrepreneurs take risk
to improve the quality of life in our city. The grand prize winner
for best business went to 21 year old Murray Abeles for his business
in information technology.
Second prize went to 17 year old Jordan
Baker-Caldwell for his business Art Brooms (crafts). Jordan Baker-Caldwell
started selling crafts seven years ago but it wasn't until three years
ago when he decided to make crafting into a business. He began carving
ordinary household objects into unique works of art.
Third place winner was 15 year old Alan
Crew with his business Errands R Us
(personal
services) provides services for people whom are unable to perform
their everyday task. HarlemLive was also presented with an award for
having one of the best innovative student produced Internet publications.
Nicole Farrow the financial coordinator of HarlemLive is the person
responsible for us receiving this award. "I am honored to be
given this award and I'm glad that HarlemLive is being recognized
for it's outstanding work."
Christina
Camacho the Managing editor of HL says, "I'm extremely grateful
to be receiving this award and proud to be a part of HarlemLive and
the positive message we give to people all over the world."
Justin Young the editor and Chief says
"Few people have the honor to be a HarlemLive staff member. How lucky
I am to be one."