UpwardAction Salutes Compton, CA Mayor Aja Brown

UpwardAction Salutes Compton, CA Mayor Aja Brown

In 2013, Aja Brown made history by being the youngest mayor ever elected in Compton, CA. Keep reading for 10 facts about this political trailblazer and African American leader. 10 Facts About Compton CA's Mayor, Aja Brown 1. Mayor Aja Brown was born on April 17, 1982. 2. In June…
UpwardAction Salutes Arthur (A.G.) Gaston

UpwardAction Salutes Arthur (A.G.) Gaston

The Inspired Life of Arthur George (A.G.) Gaston Sr. One of America’s wealthiest Black men during his time, aid to Dr. Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement and leading employer for African Americans in Alabama during the 1960s. These descriptions all apply to African American business giant, Arthur…
UpwardAction Salutes Don H. Barden

UpwardAction Salutes Don H. Barden

Detroit business executive Don H. Barden holds the honorary title as the first African American to own a Las Vegas Casino. He was the first to hold a major cable television franchise, as well. Born December 20th 1943, the ninth of thirteen children, Mr. Barden would go on to become…