2022 - About The Event
2022 - About The Organizers
2022 - About The Organizers
It is known that there are many individuals, in and around the The State of South Carolina, who are thought of as “Angels on Earth.” These individuals work tirelessly; giving of their time, energy, and money, to make a positive difference for others in their communities, while neither seeking nor expecting anything in return.
The Host
It is known that there are many individuals, in and around the The State of South Carolina, who are thought of as “Angels on Earth.” These individuals work tirelessly; giving of their time, energy, and money, to make a positive difference for others in their communities, while neither seeking nor expecting anything in return.
The Host of this event seeks to create an opportunity to thank these “Angels,” to show them that they are appreciated, by giving them “Their Flowers” while they are alive. The host also seeks to utilize this event to open the eyes of others, to see that they too can do positive things that will change lives, and make a real difference in our communities.
The event's theme for 2022 is all about TOGETHERNESS! This is a year in which the goal is for everyone to come together, work together, and heal together with pure LOVE as we remember and honor the lives and legacy of The Emanuel 9, The Charleston 9, and The Albright & Wilson 9 Victims; show appreciation to their families, and recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of 18 awesome Servant Leaders from The United States and Abroad!
2022 - About The Organizers
2022 - About The Organizers
2022 - About The Organizers
The Spot Light Awards 2018, 2019, and 2020 proved to be perfect examples of how individuals (Servant Leaders/ Angels) who work tirelessly to help others in their communities, truly make a tremendous positive difference.
The Angel Alliance, a 501 C 3, was formed to help support the efforts of these Servant Leaders; to help them to have
The Spot Light Awards 2018, 2019, and 2020 proved to be perfect examples of how individuals (Servant Leaders/ Angels) who work tirelessly to help others in their communities, truly make a tremendous positive difference.
The Angel Alliance, a 501 C 3, was formed to help support the efforts of these Servant Leaders; to help them to have the ability to reach out to even more individuals and families.
Fair Deal Grocery “The Spot 47” is a business that was opened in 1953 by Paul and Gladys Powell, and it has been a family owned staple of the community; providing a multitude of services and community support, for the last 67+ years. Being that the business has been around all of these years, the owners are fully aware of the difference that one positive individual can make in a community.
As a matter of fact, The Late Mrs. Gladys Davis Powell Fludd, was always that individual for the store’s neighborhood, on the east side of the city. The Seeds of Love, that she planted over the many years, are still producing positive outcomes to this day!
2022 - Event Highlights
2022 - About The Organizers
2022 - Event Highlights
The Spot Light Awards “Recognizing & Honoring The Angels In Our Community,” will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022, 7:30 — 11:00 PM, at The North Charleston Coliseum Performance Hall. The Black Tie - Red Carpet Affair will offer an evening of Agape Love, Surprises, Music, & Entertainment.
The awards committee will select 18 indiv
The Spot Light Awards “Recognizing & Honoring The Angels In Our Community,” will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022, 7:30 — 11:00 PM, at The North Charleston Coliseum Performance Hall. The Black Tie - Red Carpet Affair will offer an evening of Agape Love, Surprises, Music, & Entertainment.
The awards committee will select 18 individuals as finalist, and all of them will be recognized, honored, and given tons of gifts at the event as "Angels In Our Communities." Yet, nine finalists will actually receive A 2022 Spot Light Award. With the approval of the victim's families, each award will be named in honor of one of the Emanuel 9 victims & one of The Charleston Nine Firefighters. Two finalist will receive Lifetime Achievement Awards named in honor of Mrs. Gladys Davis Powell Fludd.
Note: The Spot Light Awards is co-sponsored by The Angel Alliance Inc., a 501 (C) (3) Non-Profit Organization. www.TheAngelAlliance.com
2022 - How It Works
Nominate a Servant Leader "Angel" from any community within The USA, Saint Martin/St Maarten, or Anguilla, WI.
We will start accepting Nominations on Friday, April 22, 2022. Send your nomination to us via email us at SpotLightAwards47@gmail.com or call us at 854-444-3167, to give us your name, contact phone number, and the name of the person(s) you would like to nominate, their contact number, and briefly why you feel that they should be considered to receive a Spot Light Award. Someone from The Spot Light Awards 2022 team will contact you.
Become a sponsor...
It is very easy to for you/your company to get involved as a sponsor. 1. You can select from the sponsorship options, below, on our website 2. You may drop us a note via email, or give us a call, for more information, and we will definitely get in touch with you. Please send your email to SpotLightAwards47@gmail.com or call us @
854-444-3167.
WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME A SPONSOR?
1. We Need Your Support — The goal of spreading love, peace, & harmony, as we uplift each other; to make a positive difference in communities, takes a village of support! Not to say that one person cannot make a difference, but when we all come together, in supporting love, the positive impact can be so tremendous that it reaches out to levels that we couldn't even imagine; encouraging others to make a difference as well. Your sponsoring this event will help us to do just that, spread love, peace, & harmony, as we uplift each other. Together we can erase hate, and create love for all humankind!
2. Brand Visibility — This event will be advertised; social media included, and viewed all over via various other mediums. This will give tremendous exposure and visibility for your business and allow the communities to see exactly where you stand as a supportive business! Not to mention the fact that it will allow you to reach new clients, new customers and other businesses.
3. Community Goodwill — This event will further strengthen the community image of your business, because it is a worthy cause that is impacting multiple communities in and around the USA and abroad. And we all know that people have far more incentive to support a business that has visibly invested in supporting their community.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2022 SPOT LIGHT AWARDS FINALISTS!
Dr. Thaddeus & Cynthia Bell
Ayisha Brown
Carolyn & Rachel Canouse
Holly & Alex Compton
Alfrieda Deas
Roslin Fields
Damon L. Fordham
Anton Jones & Demar Wigfall
Gillian Kohn
Tom McInernie
Alexandra Menegakis
O.W.L.S.
Shujah Reiph
Teresa Tidestrom
Pam Webster
Dr. Paul & Sharon Webster
Leonaire Welch
Dr. Crystal Wigfall
We Proudly Introduce Our Spot Light Awards 2022 Hosts
Leyla Gulen - Fox 24 News
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Leyla is the anchor of FOX24’s News at 6:30 and 10 pm, and the Host and Executive Producer of FOX24 News Now, a news and lifestyle show at 12:30 and 11 pm. Here, she has interviewed hundreds of local and national figures in politics, entertainment, lifestyle and the non-profit sector. Before landing in beautiful Charleston, Leyla was the
Leyla is the anchor of FOX24’s News at 6:30 and 10 pm, and the Host and Executive Producer of FOX24 News Now, a news and lifestyle show at 12:30 and 11 pm. Here, she has interviewed hundreds of local and national figures in politics, entertainment, lifestyle and the non-profit sector. Before landing in beautiful Charleston, Leyla was the morning traffic/weather anchor and feature reporter for KGO-TV, the ABC affiliate in San Francisco. During her tenure there she interviewed stars such as music legend Carlos Santana, Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne, Michael Douglas and indie-favorite Parker Posey. A lover of the arts, she covered everything that was happening in the world of ballet, theater and fine art. Her traffic beat got Bay Area commuters through major events including two transit strikes, the Bay Bridge closure and reopening and the new tunnel system leading to and from the famed Golden Gate Bridge. Before joining KGO-TV, Leyla worked as a freelance traffic anchor and reporter for KCBS-TV, the CBS affiliate in Los Angeles, her hometown. A graduate of the University of Southern California's Annenberg School with a bachelor's degree in Print Journalism, Leyla was always kept on her toes in a different way. For nearly 20 years, she was a ballet dancer, having trained at the prestigious School of American Ballet in New York City. Before being accepted into their yearly program at 16, Leyla trained at other intensive ballet programs including the Joffrey Ballet, the San Francisco Ballet and the Rock School of the Pennsylvania Ballet. In her spare time, her passion is to travel and explore different cultures. Having grown up in the restaurant industry, she celebrates the culinary arts and has a deep appreciation for the industry. Leyla is proud to be part of the Lowcountry. Its warm spirit, rich history and beautiful surroundings make it a unique and special place to call home.
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Professional Experience: WJBF News Anchor/ Reporter WPRW 107.7 Radio News Director WBBQ 104.3 FM Mobile News Reporter
News Philosophy: My job is to help, to inform and to be true; not just to you, but to myself.
Education: B.S. Mass Communications Paine College Augusta, Georgia Hometown: Augusta, Georgia
Organizations and Community Involv
Professional Experience: WJBF News Anchor/ Reporter WPRW 107.7 Radio News Director WBBQ 104.3 FM Mobile News Reporter
News Philosophy: My job is to help, to inform and to be true; not just to you, but to myself.
Education: B.S. Mass Communications Paine College Augusta, Georgia Hometown: Augusta, Georgia
Organizations and Community Involvement: Raphael and wife Sarena developed a website onaisle9.com to encourage other families with special needs children and as a resource for others looking to learn more about special needs. Raphael is also a part of: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. National Association of Black Journalists Boys and Girls Club of America Mentoring
Hobbies: Relaxing with family, Public Speaking, Golf, Basketball, Chess, Reading, Writing Family: Married to wife Sarena with 2 daughters and a son.
Favorite Book: The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson Likes
Best about the Lowcountry: I love the people, the history, and living so close to the ocean. (That is until the next big storm.)
Katy Solt - ABC News 4
Raphael James - WCSC 5 News
Katy Solt - ABC News 4
· Professional Experience: WCIV ABC News 4 Anchor, Spectrum News 1 Charlotte Anchor/Reporter, WSPA Reporter, WFXG Reporter
· News Philosophy: My job is to bring you the stories that shine a light on the issues and achievements of the community.
· Education: B.A. Journalism and Mass Communications, University of South Carolina
· Organization
· Professional Experience: WCIV ABC News 4 Anchor, Spectrum News 1 Charlotte Anchor/Reporter, WSPA Reporter, WFXG Reporter
· News Philosophy: My job is to bring you the stories that shine a light on the issues and achievements of the community.
· Education: B.A. Journalism and Mass Communications, University of South Carolina
· Organizations and Community Involvement: Katy is a Wish Volunteer and Wish Pal for Make A Wish South Carolina, and is working with the Hollings Cancer Center with MUSC to promote breast cancer awareness.
· Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading, working out at Orangetheory Fitness , relaxing on the beach. Family: engaged to a loving fiancé and a “dog mom” to Sadie, a goldendoodle. Favorite book: “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. What I like about the Lowcountry: the people, the food, and the wide variety of beaches we’re able to enjoy.
Performances By:
Musical Performance By Charleston's Own Black Diamond Band
The Black Diamond Band was born in 2014 when Christian Smalls, Tony Cobin, Shelton Desaussure, & Paul Quattlebaum all met while performing together at Mister B’s in downtown Charleston. The band has brought together their many influences and inspirations ranging from pop,soul, funk, jazz, & blues to create an exciting experience that continues to delight crowds in Charleston and beyond. The recent addition of keyboard player, Richard Harris White, Jr has brought a new & unique dimension to the Black Diamond band.
Poet- Dr. Tonya Matthews Comedian - DeDe Kennedy
The Dynamic Dr. Tonya Matthews, A CEO And Poet Leading The International African American Museum, Scheduled To Open in January, 2023.
Absolutely Hilariously Funny, Charleston Native DeDe Kennedy has been in comedy since 2012! Her goal is to keep you laughing with topics that are real & funny, yet come from a place of love!
Our 2022 Sponsors!
Our 2022 Sponsors!
Bronze Corporate Sponsorship
$1,000.00
* 5 Main Floor Middle Seats
* Sponsorship Acknowledgement During The Production
* 2 Souvenir Shirts
Silver Corporate Sponsorship
$2,500.00
* 10 Main Floor Middle Seats
* Sponsorship Acknowledgement During The Production
* 5 Souvenir Shirts
* Logo on back of Souvenir Shirts
Gold Corporate Sponsorship (Limited Availability)
$7,500.00
* 20 Main Floor Front Seats
* Sponsorship Acknowledgement During The Production
* 15 Souvenir Shirts
* Logo Listing on back of Souvenir Shirts
* Logo listing on Advertising Banners In The Performing Arts Center