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Scenes From Power Brunch At LIT
BY MONIQUE STAMPS Sentinel Staff Writer
On Sunday May 16, 2021, a Power Brunch was held at LIT Cigar and Martini Lounge. The networking event was the first put on by Kourtney Pina (KP), owner
of LIT. The objective of the Power Brunch was to bring people together that are inter- ested in owning a business.
LIT Cigar and Martini Lounge is located in the heart of downtown Tampa. Their main business is providing sophisticated nightlife for pa-
trons. The company also rec- ognizes the importance of philanthropy and service to the community.
Designed to have leading business leaders share their advice on being successful, the panel included Sharelle Rosado, owner of Allure Re-
alty; Khalilaa McDuffie, owner of 7 + Grove; Aidza Antonio-Thomas, the co- founder and executive direc- tor of SoLITa’s House; and Kourtney Pina, owner of LIT Cigar and Martini Bar.
At the brunch, three fu- ture business leaders were
given funds to cover their pre- liminary business registration costs.
Potential business leaders were encouraged to bring their business models to the event. (Photographs by BRUNSON)
More photos on 2-C.
Adrian, Kourtney, Co-owner Of LIT, and MC of the event, Chanel Kissa.
Brian Keese, Vic Gurley, J. (r), Sam Mc- Duffie, Willia Velazquez and Chris Bruce.
Bianca
LIT Co-owner Chris and Rome.
Co-owner and host Kourtney gives views on how to stay focused to reach your business dreams.
Aiza , Eboni , Renee, Sharrelle (owner of Allure Realty) and Anne. Allure Realty is currently filming for a season on Netflix.
Erica Blends and Morten.
Aminah and Amy.