A Night with Motivational Speaker & Community Builder Dennis Porter

An Elegant Evening of Inspiration, Flavor & Personal Transformation

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Ironbound Studios in Newark, NJ on Thursday, August 28, 2025, as we gather for a soul-stirring night of powerful storytelling, gourmet excellence, and communal upliftment.

Our featured speaker, Dennis Porter—author, transformational mentor, and founder of Prodigal Sons and Daughters Redirection Services, Building Black Boys, and Grooming Black Girls—will share insights from his extraordinary life journey, speaking on key themes of:

🧠 Mental Toughness 💡 Emotional Intelligence 🛡️ Self-Care 🔍 Self-Discovery ❤️‍🔥 Self-Love

From a life sentence at age 17 to becoming Newark’s first Director of Prisoner Re-entry under Mayor Cory Booker, Dennis Porter’s story is a testament to the power of self-examination, redemption, and personal evolution. His presence is not just motivational—it’s transformational.

Gourmet Dining Experience

Enjoy a curated, chef-driven dinner by the one and only Chef Rahman, whose culinary artistry reflects a deep passion for excellence, cultural expression, and heartfelt hospitality. Your $60 ticket includes a full-course gourmet meal, with both vegan/vegetarian and non-vegan options available, including:

• Honey Mustard Marinated Salmon with rice pilaf & honey-grilled asparagus
• Roasted Veggie Slider Melts (vegan/vegetarian option)

🎁 All attendees will receive a gift bag, and the evening will also feature a raffle with exciting giveaways.

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