Diaspora News of Wednesday, 13 May 2009

Source: 3g media inc./voltapowerfm.com

NY-based Ghanaian Radio Station to be Launched

Bronx, NY

Bringing the community closer like never before in a New York state of mind

Ghanaians in New York have been yearning for their own community based Radio station for many years. They should look no further because Volta Power FM is about to make this impossibility a possibility. The radio station is officially being launched on Saturday; May 30th in New York and what a proud moment it will be for Ghanaians in New York and beyond. Like the late Christopher Wallace aka 'Biggie Smalls' favorite line; "If you don't know now you know". Volta Power FM, the mouthpiece for the Ghanaian community and bringing the community closer like never before.

The Launch will be a cocktail reception for 300 guests from the local business community. The launch will feature an open bar, a satisfying array of hors d'oevres, live music, a stage performance, awards and recognition, exciting giveaways and one of New York's Premier DJ's to electrify the dance floor. This will be a unique opportunity for hundreds of small business owners to network..

Guest of Honor: His Excellency Leslie K. Christian ( Ghana’s Ambassador to the United Nations)

Special Appearance By: Mr. Musicman - Kojo Antwi. Agya Koo, Ice Kenkey, Katawire, Ohemaa Mercy. "New Kid on Da Block", B-Nyce with his catchphrase; "Kye no mame" and Akodaa Nyame will also be performing.

Event Chairman: Col. (Rtf) Prince Twumasi-Ankrah Masters of Ceremonies: Ofori Anor/Abeku Santana

Endorsed by 3G Media Inc - Volta Power FM's, PR Company handling the event.

For more information, log to http://www.voltapowerfm.com/rsvp

Founded: 2008

Company Overview:

Volta Power FM is a responsible corporate citizen that stimulates the economic growth of its members and community through high quality networking events, professional development opportunities, community service and commerce programs and forums for the small business community. The company was founded in 2008 in the belief that the Web was an up-and coming commerce and communication medium that could benefit the community and elevate less resourced individuals by connecting business and people in an intelligent and well-reasoned manner.

Our Website is a portal for our members to connect with one another and get involved with the community. Volta Power FM’s site is designed to be an interactive website with social\networking capabilities featuring live audio and video streaming.

We are proud of our partnership with the Small Business Development Center at Lehman Collage (SBDC) and the South Bronx Economic Development Corporation (SOBRO). We are active in our community through our financial support and participation in many civic and educational activities.