Men of Honor: A salute to African-American men to be held at Duke Energy Convention Center

Now in its 13th year, Men of Honor | A Salute to African American Men will take place on Saturday at 6 p.m. at the Duke Energy Convention Center.This upscale, strictly black-tie event was created to provide an exciting and unique opportunity for the community to celebrate the accomplishments of African-American men who have succeeded against all odds and achieved special greatness.The 2023 distinguished honorees are:Joe Allen, Business System Operations Leader, Commercial Engines & Services, GE AerospaceJim Anderson, Retired Running Backs Coach, Cincinnati BengalsWoodrow Keown, Jr., President & Chief Operating Officer, National Underground Railroad Freedom CenterJeremiah Kirkland, President & COO, Bethesda Butler Hospital & Executive Leader of Women’s Services, TriHealthRoyce A. Sutton, Senior Vice President, Community Impact Manager, Fifth Third BankThe evening will include a cocktail reception hosted by Visit Cincy; dinner and honors ceremony with inspiring tributes and live entertainment; and an after-party hosted by Greater Cincinnati Foundation.Each honoree will receive a $5,000 grant from the 7 Principles Foundation to donate to an organization of his choice that serves African-American males. Tickets are $200 per person. Valet parking is complimentary. For more information, please click here.

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