The Atlanta Business Journal was created to assess and supply economic projections that affect the African American consumer and business community. Our objective is to profile successful entrepreneurs and recount their struggles to become successful role models.

We are fortunate to have a very special cover story on the new vehicles and faces of the Ford Motor Companies. Ford has spent a lot time and effort to promote its African American personnel in marketing and manufacturing. The overall goal is to encourage the market to drive and purchase this outstanding vehicle of the future called the Ford Taurus “Sho”.

Politics and the mayor's race is important in Atlanta. We must evaluate each candidate on their agenda and past accomplishments. Our staff evaluated Kasim Reed's performance in the Georgia House of Representatives and the Senate with his ability to work bipartisen with Republicans. We looked at his legislative passed and his ability to work with President Obama’s administration to bring funds and new programs to the city. His ability to work in the legal community as a phenomenal lawyer and his background as the youngest member of the Howard University Board of Trustees makes him a proven leader and I trust that he will get the job done for the citizens of Atlanta. We salute all the candidates that are running, but he is truly the best selection.

We celebrated this past September, The Honored Chosen 10 Pastors, Gospel Choice Awards winners and performers of the 15th Annual Gospel Choice Awards. Be sure to check out the recap that’s included in the issue as well.

Education is still and will always be our focus as we share the success story of the W.D. Mohammed High School in Decatur and their accomplishments. In our Winter 2010 issue, we will hightlight NorthView High School and its success as one of the top high schools in metro Atlanta area. Education, entrepreneurship, and healthcare continues to be our game plan for future prosperity in our communities. A new program called BDI, The Business Development Initiative. is a non-profit organization created to encourage the youth of Metro Atlanta to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of life through entreprenurial schools and workshops.

The Holiday Season is approaching, take this time out to focus and spend quality with your family and all your loved ones.

The Atlanta Business Journal is proud to serve as a catalyst for a new generation of business owners, a valuable trend indicator for established African American businesses, particularly for the black female sector, whose very powerful populous in Atlanta can be seen everywhere as they continue to rise to the top of their professions and industries. The name of our magazine refl ects our dedication to help generate awareness about the positive changes and the collective success of the African American community, and we look forward to continuing to share that collective success for years to come.