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| THUNDERBIRD: The Juanita Sims Story | |
| This is the documentary journey of a woman who rose from being a barmaid to become the first African American automobile saleswoman for Ford. This is an inspiration to women, minorities, and anyone who has had to overcome adversity. | | | | Description:
Hardcover, 8.5 x 10.50 inches,
176 pages, 150 black & white/duotone photographs
Photos and documents compiled by Phyllis Sims
Publisher: MZInc
Available to: Corporations, Publishers, Wholesalers, Distributors, and Retailers.
Contact:mira@mzi-ads.com
Thunder Bird: The story of Juanita Sims, the first woman and African American to soar to the height of auto sales success, open her own PR firm, and become a lawyer in 50’s 60’s and 70’s
Quote from the author:
"A heroine for women everywhere who want to get ahead in a ‘man’s world’, the story of Juanita Sim’s indomitable spirit, business savvy and magnetic style is an inspiration to every woman, man or child who has ever wanted to do something great despite the odds being stacked against them. She was more than just a loving mother to me, she is a role model for women and people of color as to how much can be accomplished in one person’s life time if they work hard and refuse to let others’ biases become their limitations.
Her Thunderbird spirit soared during the height of the Jazz and Be-Bop eras despite the many challenges she faced as a woman and African American during the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. According to American Indian folklore, the ‘Thunderbird’ flapped its wings and made thunder. The Thunderbird in the vast majority of Native American myths is benevolent towards humans...a friend of man ...a willing protector; ...also a teacher and, at times, a creator."
The Juanita Sims Story is the exciting and provocative photo biography, in hardbound coffee table format, of Juanita Sims, a pioneering woman who overcame a lifetime struggle against racism and sexism. This is the true story of how a young southern girl, born in Athens, Georgia and raised in South Philadelphia, became:
- The first African American automobile saleswoman for Ford Motor Company
- The first black woman to launch a Philadelphia public relations firm
- The first black woman to own a record retail store in South Philadelphia during the golden jazz and be-bop eras.
- Among the first African American women to become a licensed attorney.
This 14-year-old single mother was beautiful and brilliant with personality PLUS. Juanita, as a lover of life, taught her daughter how to tap into her spirituality and to wrap herself in the arms of Democracy. She became an inspiration to hundreds of young women, encouraging them to always keep an eye on the prize. Join Photojournalist Phyllis Sims in exploring an intimate view of Juanita Sims and her celebrity acquaintances such as Sammy Davis Jr., Count Basie, and more during:
- The be-bop 40's
- The jazzy 50's
- The civil rights 60's
- The educational 70's
Corporate Sponsors
This represents a terrific opportunity for corporate sponsors to demonstrate their commitment to diversity by funding a project that will resonate with female and minority audiences alike. A foreword may be included that speaks about the initiatives that your corporation has in place to promote a diverse work force, as well as having your company’s logo embossed on the front of the volume. By telling the inspiring story of Juanita Sim’s trailblazing life, your company can tell the current day story of how it values a diverse work place and the American dream. This hardcover coffee table volume and video are perfect to develop in time for release during Black History Month in February, 2003.
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