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Banana Island Development Project
2010 marks one hundred and ninety years of the settlement of descendants of slaves on Banana Islands. The principle occupation of the islanders are farming and fishing. Banana Island could be a health resort of which much use can be made. It is believed when the epidemic of influenza raged in 1918 at the end of WW1, it was only in Banana Island, so far as is known, that there were no deaths.

The spirit of adventure and pursuit of economic wealth has dwindled the population of Banana Island considerably. The Island is mostly inhabited by the elderly; younger people make crossings ever so often between the city and the dying Island. For the good of the people of Banana Island, in order to preserve the history, heritage and culture of the people, the Carlton-Carew EP Foundation has arisen to help rebuild Banana Island, with the help of others like you, this dream could be realized.

Our projects are: a Community Center, a museum and library of slavery, which is none existent in West Africa, a memorial wall of ancestors, to maintain a small health center, and primary school.Our major projects are the Community Center, Museum, Library, and Memorial Wall.

Catalina Strategies, Inc.
Catalina Strategies, Inc. is a full service media marketing and management consulting firm that specializes in delivering to its clients the very best value, impact and return on its investment.  With over 20 years of successful experience, the principals of Catalina Strategies offer its clients a wide variety of products and tools to improve virtually every aspect their business goals and objectives, operations, marketing, sales and financial planning.

Since 1996, its principals have been instrumental in creating over $400 million in media value for promotional and marketing initiatives for many of the leading film, television, home entertainment, publishing and music companies in the world. Catalina leverages its expert knowledge and goodwill with media, financial and technology partners to deliver uniquely effective campaigns and plans that transcend expectations and build a foundation for consistent long-term results.

Catalina Strategies, Inc. CEO Michael Blum has a wide variety of experience in that has given him unique insight and applicable working knowledge to successfully launched startups, improve operations of established entities, profitable and their respective strategy and tactics.  Since graduating from Yale University School of Management, Mr. Blum has successfully improved the operational efficacy of over 20 firms in the entertainment, media, communications, transportation, manufacturing and health care industries.

Putnam County International Wine & Food Fest
A two-day event showcasing New York’s and the world’s most renowned wine producers, fresh produce and local artists. This festival will help bring the innovative ideas of environmentally conscious figures to an audience of all ages. The goal of the festival is to build a substantial connection between different cultures and communities, highlighting alternatives for “greener” living. By combining this idea with culinary experts, musical performances, and of course fun, the festival will build tourism and economic growth for the county.

Part of the proceeds benefits Feed the Children ‘Americans Feeding Americans (www.americansfeedingamericans.org) and Putnam Community Action Program (http://www.putnamcap.org). The Feed the Children’s ‘Americans Feeding Americans’ campaign is devoted to delivering food and essentials to more than 1,000,000 people nationwide throughout the year 2011.