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Young Miss Buffalo 2011, Ashley Whiteside made her first appearance in a fashion show at the Summer Fling Showcase hosted by GMC Exquisite Events and E&J Soul FoodCatering on Saturday, August 13, 2011.

15 year old Ashley Whiteside was crowned Young Miss Buffalo 2011 on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Mason O. Damon Auditorium. Mariah Mason was 1st runner up and Nicole Lowe was 2nd runner up.

Detra M. Trueheart, President/Founder receives the Vision of Hope Award in recognition of her outstanding efforts for making a difference and making history in the City of Buffalo from the Above and Beyond Event Planners, LLC. on February 20, 2011 at their Annual Sunday's Best Dinner.

Detra M. Trueheart, President/Founder receives the Charles Perkins / Margaret Strasner Award for her work with YMBP from the Grassroots Inc. Organization at their Annual Dinner. April 25, 2009

Young Miss Buffalo Pageant: Scholarship & Enrichment Program, Inc. receive "Organization of the Year" from the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers. July 16, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo.

'Women of Influence' honorees announced

Business First of Buffalo

Business First will present awards to area women who have made contributions to the community in 10 categories.

The Women of Influence Awards will be presented to 29 individuals Sept. 23 at Salvatore's Italian Gardens.

The awards recognize the business acumen and community spirit of these women, Business First Publisher Jack Connors said.

"The panel chose these women based on their ability to rise above a very talented pool of competitors," Connors said. "We're honored to recognize their accomplishments."

JoAnne Hudecki, executive director of Kids Escaping Drugs, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.

The 2010 winners are listed below in the following categories.

Behind the Scenes recognizes women who, though they may not have the big title or corner office, are a driving force behind the success of their employer.

Robie Carmina, Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society

Cecelia Raine, Lender Processing Services Inc.

Community Supporter recognizes women who go beyond the call to devote time, energy and resources to support their community.

Anita Ballow, WNY Down Syndrome Parent Group

Kate Bukowski, M&T Bank Community Reinvestment

Theresa Schuta, South Park High School

Detra Treuhart, Young Miss Buffalo Pageant

Anita Williams, Taking it to the Streets

Corporate Executive recognizes female executives who have made their mark in a large corporate environment.

Catherine Campbell, BlueCross BlueShield of WNY

Nancy Dobson, Uniland Development Co.

Roberta Rifkin, Independent Health

Laurie Shaw, Buffalo Games Inc.

Creativity recognizes women who solve problems in the office and enrich the lives and careers of others by sharing the benefits of experience and knowledge.

Patty Murray, Pregnant with Cancer Network

Barbara O'Neill, Alliance Advisory Group

Entrepreneur honors women who are the chief executive, president or founder of a company or business venture that they helped start, build or significantly grow.

Lori Tschohl, Le'Ts Inc.

Nancy Ware, EduKids Early Childhood Centers

Family Business recognizes women who are helping to create a legacy at their family-owned business or company.

Nora Eberl, Eberl Ironworks

Sharon Mabry, Flexo Transparent Inc.

Cindy Smith, Worth W. Smith Co. and Rock City Park

Innovation recognizes women who have improved the lives of others by helping start a business, product or service in the fields of engineering, science, technology, biotechnology or medicine.

Sherry Bradford, Oncology Research Therapeutics

Vivian Cody, Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute

Inspiration honors women leaders who, through their words, actions and attitude, inspire those who work with and around them.

Patricia Haberman, Patrician Haberman DDS PC

Doreen Rao, Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus

Rebecca Reeder, Nardin High School

Nonprofit Leadership honors women who display high energy and skill in a leadership role at a nonprofit institution or organization.

Clotilde Dedecker, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo

Elizabeth Huckabone, Belmont Housing Resources for WNY

Colleen Murphy, Center for Handicapped Children

Ivy Diggs Washington, Everywoman Opportunity Center Inc.

Public Policy recognizes female leaders who have made or are making a difference in government policies or laws that impact business and industry.

Janique Curry, Office of Gov. David Patterson

Tiffany Lewis, Masten District Council office

The presenting sponsor of the program is Lake Shore Savings Bank.

The Sept. 23 luncheon will include an awards presentation and networking opportunities. Tickets are $50. For more information, call Carlene Lippold at 541-1624 or e-mail at clippold@bizjournals.com.

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The Buffalo News --
Published on August 10, 2009
Author: Ja'Nay Carswell - NEWS STAFF REPORTER
© The Buffalo News Inc. If anyone understands the strong impact of the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant,it is NneNna Ferguson. Sunday afternoon, Ferguson, the reigning Young Miss Buffalo, and a host of others watched as 16 middle and high school girls from the Buffalog area showcased their talent, charm, and confidence during the eighth annual Young Miss Buffalo Pageant Scholarship and Enrichment Program in the Central Library's Mason O. Damon Auditorium. Ferguson, 18, says that spending this year as Young Miss Buffalo has been fun and exciting. "It has taught me to be an individual," Ferguson said.. "If you have the confidence, it will take you where you need to go." As songs echoed, dancers performed and poetry was recited, it was clear that this group of girls has both confidence and the talent to match. Sunday's pageant was the finale of what has been a 16-week process for the girls. The contestants attended workshops on healthy relationships, conflict resolution, diversity and public speaking in preparation for Sunday's event and also preformed community service. "We're nurturing young girls from the inside out," said executive board member NaKia Franklin. "A lot of the girls learn responsibility and learn to work well with other young girls." Sheena Harris had no second thoughts about entering her daughter Shelly into the competition for the second year. In fact, Harris was so pleased with the pageant's impact on her daughter, she chose to enter her younger sister, who she is also raising, into the competition. "It has boosted her self-esteem so much," Harris said of Shelly, 15. And for Harris' younger sister, Kimberly Bradley, the pageant has been exactly what she needed in order to overcome some of her insecurities. "She has really excelled in the program and has overcome a lot of fears," Harris said of Kimberly. "They both have made a lot of good friends." The pageant, started in 2000 by Detra Trueheart, judges contestants on poise and charm, talent, evening wear and an onstage question. Winners are awarded savings bonds, among other items. "The pageant does wonders," said Harris, who admits she was in tears as she watched the girls showcase their talents. "They learn there is nothing to be afraid of." Ferguson has high hopes for this year's winner, NaTania Parker, a student at the Middle School for Applied Technologies, as well as the other pageant contestants. "I hope they all walk away from this with a boost of confidence," she said. "It's their time to shine."
e-mail:jcarswell@buffnews.com

COMPETITION

Applications being taken for Young Miss Buffalo.
Organizers of the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant are accepting applications from girls 13 to 17 years old to take part in its 2010 program. Teens must been residents of Buffalo or the surrounding area, middle or high school students and citizens of the United States. Deadline for applications is Feb. 12, 2010. For details or an application, visit www.ymbp.org or call 228-3317. The reigning Young Miss Buffalo is NaTania Parker, 13, a student at Middle School for Applied Technologies.

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Introducing... Young Miss Buffalo 2011 Ashley Whiteside *My Favorite Quote:* "I can do all things through Christ who strengths me." Philippians 4:13 >> Read More Make a Donation Since 2000, YMBP, Inc. has been providing young ladies with an opportunity to broaden their horizons and achieve their educational aspirations through our scholarship and enrichment program. Your gift will help in continuing to support our efforts. We thank you in advance for your donation and continued support. Donate Now using PayPal	News & Events ____________ Young Miss Buffalo 2011, Ashley Whiteside made her first appearance in a fashion show at the Summer Fling Showcase hosted by GMC Exquisite Events and E&J Soul FoodCatering on Saturday, August 13, 2011. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 year old Ashley Whiteside was crowned Young Miss Buffalo 2011 on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Mason O. Damon Auditorium. Mariah Mason was 1st runner up and Nicole Lowe was 2nd runner up. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Detra M. Trueheart, President/Founder receives the Vision of Hope Award in recognition of her outstanding efforts for making a difference and making history in the City of Buffalo from the Above and Beyond Event Planners, LLC. on February 20, 2011 at their Annual Sunday's Best Dinner. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Detra M. Trueheart, President/Founder receives the Charles Perkins / Margaret Strasner Award for her work with YMBP from the Grassroots Inc. Organization at their Annual Dinner. April 25, 2009 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Young Miss Buffalo Pageant: Scholarship & Enrichment Program, Inc. receive "Organization of the Year" from the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers. July 16, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- YMBP President/Founder honored by Business First... Thursday, July 22, 2010 'Women of Influence' honorees announced Business First of Buffalo Business First will present awards to area women who have made contributions to the community in 10 categories. The Women of Influence Awards will be presented to 29 individuals Sept. 23 at Salvatore's Italian Gardens. The awards recognize the business acumen and community spirit of these women, Business First Publisher Jack Connors said. "The panel chose these women based on their ability to rise above a very talented pool of competitors," Connors said. "We're honored to recognize their accomplishments." JoAnne Hudecki, executive director of Kids Escaping Drugs, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. The 2010 winners are listed below in the following categories. Behind the Scenes recognizes women who, though they may not have the big title or corner office, are a driving force behind the success of their employer. Robie Carmina, Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society Cecelia Raine, Lender Processing Services Inc. Community Supporter recognizes women who go beyond the call to devote time, energy and resources to support their community. Anita Ballow, WNY Down Syndrome Parent Group Kate Bukowski, M&T Bank Community Reinvestment Theresa Schuta, South Park High School Detra Treuhart, Young Miss Buffalo Pageant Anita Williams, Taking it to the Streets Corporate Executive recognizes female executives who have made their mark in a large corporate environment. Catherine Campbell, BlueCross BlueShield of WNY Nancy Dobson, Uniland Development Co. Roberta Rifkin, Independent Health Laurie Shaw, Buffalo Games Inc. Creativity recognizes women who solve problems in the office and enrich the lives and careers of others by sharing the benefits of experience and knowledge. Patty Murray, Pregnant with Cancer Network Barbara O'Neill, Alliance Advisory Group Entrepreneur honors women who are the chief executive, president or founder of a company or business venture that they helped start, build or significantly grow. Lori Tschohl, Le'Ts Inc. Nancy Ware, EduKids Early Childhood Centers Family Business recognizes women who are helping to create a legacy at their family-owned business or company. Nora Eberl, Eberl Ironworks Sharon Mabry, Flexo Transparent Inc. Cindy Smith, Worth W. Smith Co. and Rock City Park Innovation recognizes women who have improved the lives of others by helping start a business, product or service in the fields of engineering, science, technology, biotechnology or medicine. Sherry Bradford, Oncology Research Therapeutics Vivian Cody, Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute Inspiration honors women leaders who, through their words, actions and attitude, inspire those who work with and around them. Patricia Haberman, Patrician Haberman DDS PC Doreen Rao, Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus Rebecca Reeder, Nardin High School Nonprofit Leadership honors women who display high energy and skill in a leadership role at a nonprofit institution or organization. Clotilde Dedecker, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Elizabeth Huckabone, Belmont Housing Resources for WNY Colleen Murphy, Center for Handicapped Children Ivy Diggs Washington, Everywoman Opportunity Center Inc. Public Policy recognizes female leaders who have made or are making a difference in government policies or laws that impact business and industry. Janique Curry, Office of Gov. David Patterson Tiffany Lewis, Masten District Council office The presenting sponsor of the program is Lake Shore Savings Bank. The Sept. 23 luncheon will include an awards presentation and networking opportunities. Tickets are $50. For more information, call Carlene Lippold at 541-1624 or e-mail at clippold@bizjournals.com. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The Buffalo News -- Published on August 10, 2009 Author: Ja'Nay Carswell - NEWS STAFF REPORTER © The Buffalo News Inc. If anyone understands the strong impact of the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant,it is NneNna Ferguson. Sunday afternoon, Ferguson, the reigning Young Miss Buffalo, and a host of others watched as 16 middle and high school girls from the Buffalog area showcased their talent, charm, and confidence during the eighth annual Young Miss Buffalo Pageant Scholarship and Enrichment Program in the Central Library's Mason O. Damon Auditorium. Ferguson, 18, says that spending this year as Young Miss Buffalo has been fun and exciting. "It has taught me to be an individual," Ferguson said.. "If you have the confidence, it will take you where you need to go." As songs echoed, dancers performed and poetry was recited, it was clear that this group of girls has both confidence and the talent to match. Sunday's pageant was the finale of what has been a 16-week process for the girls. The contestants attended workshops on healthy relationships, conflict resolution, diversity and public speaking in preparation for Sunday's event and also preformed community service. "We're nurturing young girls from the inside out," said executive board member NaKia Franklin. "A lot of the girls learn responsibility and learn to work well with other young girls." Sheena Harris had no second thoughts about entering her daughter Shelly into the competition for the second year. In fact, Harris was so pleased with the pageant's impact on her daughter, she chose to enter her younger sister, who she is also raising, into the competition. "It has boosted her self-esteem so much," Harris said of Shelly, 15. And for Harris' younger sister, Kimberly Bradley, the pageant has been exactly what she needed in order to overcome some of her insecurities. "She has really excelled in the program and has overcome a lot of fears," Harris said of Kimberly. "They both have made a lot of good friends." The pageant, started in 2000 by Detra Trueheart, judges contestants on poise and charm, talent, evening wear and an onstage question. Winners are awarded savings bonds, among other items. "The pageant does wonders," said Harris, who admits she was in tears as she watched the girls showcase their talents. "They learn there is nothing to be afraid of." Ferguson has high hopes for this year's winner, NaTania Parker, a student at the Middle School for Applied Technologies, as well as the other pageant contestants. "I hope they all walk away from this with a boost of confidence," she said. "It's their time to shine." e-mail:jcarswell@buffnews.com COMPETITION Applications being taken for Young Miss Buffalo. Organizers of the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant are accepting applications from girls 13 to 17 years old to take part in its 2010 program. Teens must been residents of Buffalo or the surrounding area, middle or high school students and citizens of the United States. Deadline for applications is Feb. 12, 2010. For details or an application, visit www.ymbp.org or call 228-3317. The reigning Young Miss Buffalo is NaTania Parker, 13, a student at Middle School for Applied Technologies.

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