Courtney McGill, Donte Nunnally, Charmaine Richardson, & LaTanya Abbott Austin
Brunswick, GA — Alston Industries is proud to announce its sponsorship of Ujamaa BWK 2024, a landmark event and directory launch that champions cooperative economics, celebrates Black-owned businesses, and strengthens community wealth in the Golden Isles region. The event is hosted by Opportunity Uplifted in partnership with Coastal Today Magazine, Black-Owned Brunswick, and The Abbott Institute.
Ujamaa BWK, named after the Swahili word for cooperative economics, aligns seamlessly with Alston Industries’ founding mission: to challenge traditional business norms and cultivate purpose-driven, legacy-minded ventures. As a multi-faceted company rooted in innovation and empowerment, Alston Industries views Ujamaa BWK as more than an event — it's a movement toward a more connected, sustainable, and self-sufficient economic future.
“Our sponsorship of Ujamaa BWK 2024 isn’t just a contribution — it’s a commitment,” said AJ Alston, Founder and Managing Partner of Alston Industries. “We believe in the power of collective action, and we see this platform as an investment in the entrepreneurs, artists, and visionaries shaping what’s next for our communities.”
The Ujamaa BWK 2024 launch includes the unveiling of a curated Black-owned business directory, networking opportunities, live programming, and an immersive celebration of culture, creativity, and commerce. The event aims to amplify visibility for local Black-owned businesses, provide tools for growth, and foster long-term partnerships across industries.
Through this sponsorship, Alston Industries reaffirms its position as a forward-thinking partner in regional and national efforts to reimagine wealth, ownership, and innovation within the Black community.
About Alston Industries: Alston Industries is an innovative, multidisciplinary family of companies dedicated to fostering high-quality connections, engagement, learning, and impact in the communities in which we live and serve... for generations.
For inquiries, please contact:
AJ Alston
Email: media@alston.industries