Newell and Sanford – Entrepreneur of the Month
Alumni: Dana Newell
BentonNewell Communication, LLC

About
A full-service creative agency that provides marketing communications, advertising, social media, and CEO-level operations expertise. Proven sccess in new market identification and strategic positioning for businesses ranging from start-ups to well-established multi-million-dollar organizations.
When did you start your business?
June 2003
Degree
Master of Business Administration with Marketing Certificate
Hometown
New York
Favorite Quote
“When happiness shows up, give it a comfortable seat.” — Mark Twain
Contact Information
- Web: BentonNewell Communication, LLC
- Email: dana@bennewcomm.com
- Phone: 252-258-7634
Student: D’Mya Sanford
Art for Unity Charlotte

About
A charitable art organization that previously held (prior to COVID-19) two art shows per year featuring local artists. Using proceeds, we donate to local causes we care deeply about. We have now transformed to a completely digital platform to hold virtual art shows that provide artists a way to share and sell work while simultaneously benefiting a variety of charitable organizations.
When did you start your business?
June 2016
Major
Bachelor of Science in Sociology
Business Administration Minor
Entrepreneurship Certificate
Hometown
Charlotte, NC
Favorite Quote
“The role of the artist is to make the revolution irresistible.” — Toni Cade
Contact Information
- Web: a4uc.org
- Email: dmya@a4uc.org
- Instagram: @ArtForUnityCharlotte