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Meet Kenneth Harris, President/CEO of DBE
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Kenneth L. Harris is known for his maverick-style in his approach to altering societal and economic challenges within his community. An avid reader and socially-conscious individual, Kenneth has always been passionate about helping African-Americans and other minorities realize their dreams, most importantly through entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. He found it necessary to bridge the gap between minority-owned businesses throughout the region and founded the International Detroit Black Expo, Incorporated (IDBE) on May 24, 2004.
- Apostle, n. def. -- a pioneer of any reform movement-
Born and raised in the City of Detroit, Kenneth L. Harris is the Founder, President and CEO of the International Detroit Black Expo, Inc., an economic empowerment agent for African-American businesses in the State of Michigan. Over the last few years, the nonprofit organization has grown exponentially to more than 7,500 African-American business members across the State of Michigan providing a stronghold in the community.
Commissioner Ken Harris was elected to the Detroit Charter
Commission on Tuesday, Nov 3, 2009 by 40,149 votes to serve a 3-year term on 9 Member Commission to revise the Detroit Charter. The Detroit Charter will have a profound economic impact.
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