BET Recognizes the Achievements of CEO Janice Bryant Howroyd with 'THE BET HONORS'

BET Recognizes the Achievements of CEO Janice Bryant Howroyd with 'THE BET HONORS'

Premiering on the BET Network, February, 22, 2008 at 8:00 PM

Along with Alicia Keys, Tyra Banks, Dr. Cornel West, Richard Parson and The Honorable Maxine Waters.

TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- BET Networks celebrated the inaugural THE BET HONORS, on Saturday, January 12th, an evening dedicated to recognizing the achievements and contributions of distinguished African American leaders in their fields. Hosted by Cedric "The Entertainer," THE BET HONORS celebrates remarkable contributions of Alicia Keys (Entertainment), Tyra Banks (Media), Dr. Cornel West (Inspirational/Education), Richard Parsons (Corporate), the Honorable Maxine Waters (Government) and CEO Janice Bryant Howroyd (Entrepreneur). "These inspiring individuals have distinguished themselves professionally in their respective fields, have given back to the community in a significant way and show us that we can be anything in the world that we can dream. Their achievements encourage us, their energy motivates us and their creativity inspires us -- and we thank them for that!" said Debra Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks.

The inaugural event took place at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, January 12th, and premiere on the network on Friday, February 22 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT, airing during Black History Month.

"We are thrilled to present the first-ever BET HONORS and pay tribute to the thinkers, trailblazers and trendsetters whose accomplishments serve as inspirations for current and future generations," said Debra Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks. "Each of these remarkable individuals has made significant contributions to the Black community and American culture overall, and BET Networks is proud to recognize them through this very special, new tent pole event. We've done a number of significant shows in other cities, but what better place to honor these individuals than in our home city of Washington, D.C."

Honoree, Janice Bryant Howroyd CEO of the ACT-1 Group, the leading human resources industry as both the largest staffing agency in America and the developer and partnership firm for human resource talent management. The ACT-1 Group is a multi-division conglomerate offering services matching the growth of today's future-focused industry needs. The group includes ACT-1 Personnel Services for temporary, direct hire and contract employees; @Tech, offering professional and technical hire support, as well as project planning and workforce; A-Check America, a web-based pre-employment and background screening service; and DSSI, offering complete document and electronic file management. A stellar part of this conglomerate is the Agile-1 Solutions group, which provides technology and management solutions for human capital and vendor management, that creates streamlined and efficient contingent staffing and project based processes. Her company group provides global solutions, currently in North America, Puerto Rico and India. The Group will open locations in England in this year and has plans to be operable in Brazil before second quarter of 2008.

Last year Ms. Bryant Howroyd was named Outstanding Entrepreneur from Texas Association of African American Chamber of Commerce. Ms Bryant Howroyd was also honored by North Carolina Institute of Minority Economic Development as Top Woman Business Owner. Ms. Bryant Howroyd also made Black Enterprise's list of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Business based on entrepreneurial leadership and Ebony's 100 Most Influential. In 2006, She has been twice named by the Star Group as one of the 50 Leading Women Entrepreneurs of the World -- becoming the first African-American woman honored.

Beyond her success in business and civic affairs, Ms. Bryant Howroyd carries a dedicated enthusiasm and passion for community development. "Empowering people is a blessing and responsibility," said Bryant Howroyd.

Ms. Bryant Howroyd has appeared on numerous television shows, including "Tyra," "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and "The Tavis Smiley Show." For more information please contact the Act-1 Group, go to http://www.act1group.com/.

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CONTACT: Deirdre Dix, +1-310-525-1081, for Act-1 Group

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http://www.act-1.com/

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