North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency is delighted to announce its collaboration with The Confidence Group, a prominent minority-owned construction and educational consultancy firm based in Dallas-Fort Worth, to present the inaugural Sapphire Soiree Gala. This prestigious event, themed “Where Elegance Meets Opulence,” will take place on Friday, August 9, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Live! By Lowes Hotel, 1600 E Randol Mill Road, Arlington, Texas, 76011. Individual tickets are $200 and are available at the NCTRCA event site.
The Sapphire Soiree Gala is a black-tie affair aimed at honoring and celebrating the achievements of entrepreneurs who have significantly contributed to the North Texas economy. The gala will honor small business trailblazers, founders, innovators, and major achievers across various industries. Guests can anticipate a captivating evening featuring a silent auction, live entertainment, an exquisite dinner, networking opportunities, an exclusive VIP access lounge, and an inspiring awards ceremony.
Awards categories include:
▪ Trailblazer
▪ Lifetime Achievement
▪ Outstanding Women-Owned Business
▪ Minority-Owned Business Excellence
▪ Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
▪ Soaring Success Airport Concessionaire & Disadvantaged Business Enterp
This one-of-a-kind evening celebrating business owners will bring together a net worth of more than $1 billion under one roof.
Isaac Barnes, CEO of The Confidence Group, expressed his excitement about the collaboration. “We are honored to partner with NCTRCA for the Sapphire Soiree Gala,” said Barnes. “Together, we celebrate and empower entrepreneurs, ensuring they have access to the opportunities and resources they need to thrive.”
NCTRCA Executive Director Angela Alexander emphasized the agency’s commitment to supporting disadvantaged, minority-owned, woman-owned, and small businesses. “Our partnership with The Confidence Group for this gala underscores our dedication to providing resources and opportunities for business growth and success,” she stated. The Sapphire Soiree Gala promises an evening of celebration and recognition, honoring entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to the North Texas economy.”
Three-time Emmy Award winning journalist, Vince Sims, will serve as the master of ceremonies, and bestselling author, philanthropist, CEO and founder of Williamson Media Group, Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson will deliver the keynote address.
Other invited guests include Jim Ross, Mayor of Arlington; NCTRCA Founders, Sundra Davis, and Martin Burrell, owner of the Burrell Group; state officials; and city council members from various cities.
Additional 2024 gala sponsors include The Rios Group, Dallas-Fort Worth Airport, Parkland Health and Hospital System, CarCon, Gorrondona & Associates, Dallas Independent School District, North Texas Tollway Authority, City of Irving, City of Arlington, City of Fort Worth, Dallas County, Dallas County College/ Goldman Sach Program, Alliance Geotechnical Group, Tarrant County College, Muhammad Law Firm, and JE Dunn Construction.
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, small businesses employ nearly half of the American workforce and represent 43.5 percent of America’s gross domestic product, which equates to trillions of dollars of economic activity. Providing local communities with new jobs, products, revenue, services and more, entrepreneurship is a critical part of our economic ecosystem. NCTRCA provides resources for women-owned, minority-owned, small and disadvantaged businesses to participate in contracting and purchasing activities, thus positioning them to successfully participate in the marketplace.
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About North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency
The North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency is the premiere certification agency in North Texas, providing certification and educational support to its member entities and minority-owned, womanowned, disadvantaged, and small businesses through services aimed at facilitating business success in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. https://nctrca.org/
About The Confidence Group
Founded by Isaac Barnes more than two decades ago, The Confidence Group offers a unique combination of educational advancement resources, construction services, and philanthropic and community support. The Confidence Group is one of the country’s premier minority firms and a trusted partner with a proven track record of success in youth development programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. For more information about The Confidence Group, visit: The Confidence Group
