(Philadelphia, PA), November 2008 - The Grand Chapter announced today the addition of Michael J. Roberts, Sr. to the upcoming National Founders' Day Celebration festivities. Roberts will serve as Keynote Speaker for the Closed Banquet on January 10, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Roberts is the President and CEO of the Roberts Companies in St. Louis, Missouri, a family owned and operated conglomerate of diversified businesses world wide which is fast approaching the billion dollar plateau.
The diverse portfolio includes a management consultant firm, aviation company (two jets), broadcasting company (owning television stations in 11 cities throughout its existence), and a host of restaurants, malls, grocery stores and real estate companies. One of Roberts' prize companies is his hotel operations, which now totals twelve (12) properties, second as an African-American only to Kappa Brother Robert L. Johnson. Perhaps his most prized possession, however,is his 'island', the Roberts Isle and Resort, the largest African-American owned development in the Bahamas.
A firm believer in family, the Roberts Companies are family owned institutions; a family of Achievers to be exact! Mikes father, Victor; Brother Steven; son Michael, Jr; and nephew, Steven, Jr., are all members of our Noble Bond. Said Roberts, "I'm excited about the opportunity to join my Brothers to celebrate our Founders' Day in Charlotte. Kappa is very important to me and has been an integral part of my commitment to Achieve in all I do since my undergraduate
days."
The Roberts have been strong supporters of Kappa over the years, including identifying the funding source for the National Prostate Cancer Awareness program, sponsorship for the 77th Grand Chapter Meeting in St. Louis, and housing the Undergraduate Leadership Institute in their Atlanta hotel.
Brothers seeking more information and registration information can log on to: www.kappafoundersday.com/nfd/
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