Jammin 98.3, along with the Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin, & City of Milwaukee Office of African American Affairs, are celebrating the achievements of distinguished African-Americans who have made a positive difference in the Greater Milwaukee area.
Alicia Smith McCants is a dynamic leader whose personal journey to excellence reflects her deep-seated compassion and dedication to helping others. From a young age, Alicia showed that kindness is a core part of her identity, whether it was sharing snacks with neighborhood kids or supporting those in need.
Sherman Park Grocery endeavors to be a durable company that is profitable yet puts social conscience at the heart of our mission. With childhood obesity and diabetes peaking in the minority community, people need options for nutritious food and education. Sherman Park Grocery will provide fresh food options to thousands of City of Milwaukee residents as well as job opportunities for about 15 motivated, customer service-oriented individuals.
As Assistant Pastor of Milwaukee’s St. Gabriel’s Church of God In Christ, Reverend Greg Lewis has spent decades listening to, caring for and empowering Milwaukee’s central city. And, as Executive Director of Souls to the Polls, a non-partisan organization of hundreds of faith leaders committed to strengthening voting rights and civic engagement, Pastor Lewis has been at the epicenter of the fights over voter suppression, economic collapse and pandemic price gouging due to the botched federal response to COVID-19, which exacerbated generations of institutionalized racism.
Roz has served as the office manager, radio personality, and longest-tenured employee at Milwaukee Media Group and Saga Communications, dedicating an extraordinary 40 years of service since beginning her journey with the company in 1985. Her career is a testament to commitment, adaptability, and passion for broadcasting.