Alston Industries Sponsors the Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship
AJ Alston | June 1, 2024
Members of the Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship advisory board with Dr. Johnny L. Evans Jr., interim president of the College of Coastal Georgia
Brunswick, GA – Alston Industries is proud to have sponsored the Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship as a founding director at the inaugural Friends & Founders Fundraiser hosted by the advisory board. This milestone event, held at The Lucas Center - Downtown, celebrated the important work the Lucas Center has done and ongoing economic empowerment in the Coastal Georgia region.
The Friends & Founders initiative marks the first of many events by the Lucas Center, which, under the leadership of Art and Lindee Lucas and the guidance of Drs. Skip Mounts and Ande Noktes, has empowered over 500 entrepreneurs in just two years. With a focus on supporting diverse business leaders, the Lucas Center has transformed lives across Glynn, McIntosh, and Camden counties through mentoring and educational programs.
“It is my genuine pleasure to support the Lucas center in any capacity,” said AJ Alston, Founding Partner of Alston Industries. “I have witnessed the impact of the Lucas Center first-hand through volunteering and mentoring and I look forward to seeing its continued growth.”
Key statistics shared at the event highlighted the inclusive reach of the Lucas Center’s programs:
75% of participants are women
69% of participants are people of color
Over 100 business mentors are actively supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs
The Center will honor all founding supporters of the Friends & Founders campaign with a permanent display inside The Correll Center at the College of Coastal Georgia, commemorating those who want to leave a lasting legacy and take an active role in Coastal Georgia’s continued entrepreneurial growth.
About Alston Industries: Alston Industries is an innovative, multi-faceted company dedicated to providing high-quality services across various industries, including property management solutions, public relations, media production, and broadcasting. With a commitment to integrity, creativity, and impact, Alston Industries strives to build lasting relationships while leaving an indelible mark on the communities in which we live and serve... for generations.
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Alston Industries
Email: tga@alston.industries