Black History
This African American minister and activist became the most visible spokesperson of the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
This musician known for his innovative use of the electric guitar played “The Star Spangled Banner” at Woodstock in 1969.
Who is Jimi Hendrix
Progressive Insurance currently has this number of active ERGS
What is 9?
This American politician and civil rights leader served in the US House of Representatives in Ga from 1987 until his death in 2020.
Who is John Lewis?
This musician knows as the ‘Queen of Soul’ was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.
Who is Aretha Franklin
What is Yammer?
This annual observance originating in the US pays tribute to important African American people and history every February
What is Black History Month?
After losing his eyesight at the age of 7, this renowned musician was one of the first black artists to be granted artistic control by a major record company.
Who is Ray Charles
This annual event at Progressive is a week long highlighting different cultures and comprehensive work environment.
What is Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Week?
This genre of music is an African American musical form born out of the blues, ragtime and marching bands.
What is Jazz?
This 7-time Grammy winner once changes his name to an unpronounceable symbol to protest a contract dispute.
Who is Prince
In the month of June, PAAN celebrated Black Music Month-This genre of music was highlighted in our very first week.
What is African/Afrobeats music?
This African American scientist and mathematician is credited with helping to design the blueprints for Washington DC. He went on to publish almanacs and taught himself astronomy.
Who is Benjamin Banneker?
Considered one of the most monumental trumpet players of all times, he was one of the first Black Americans to gain wide popularity with white audiences.
Who is Louis Armstrong
This person is the Executive Sponsor for PAAN
Who is Lori Niederest?