Vera is an active participant in the community and several organizations.She is an active board member on The New York Women Chamber of Commerce, and Chair of Women on a Mission, for Best Buddies. An organization specifically dedicated to address the needs of autistic children. As a passionate advocate for women owned businesses; Vera continues to strive to knock down barriers that impede their growth by leveling the playing field. In 1982, Vera broke through the color barrier when her company became the first black-owned business to set up shop in the 50 year history at the prestigious Green Acres Mall, Valley Stream, Long Island NY.
Vera spoke at the first Urban Economic Council presented by the White House Business Council, the White House Council on Women and Girls and the US Small Business Administration.
Vera’s products are used on Stage, Screen and TV. Cosby Show, Wendy Williams Show, etc. Emmy award winning makeup artists, celebrities, news anchor women, and women from all walks of life solicit Vera’s products and services. Vera was featured in WWD and the Wall Street Journal announcing her partnership with Duane Reade as she continues to expand and position her company to grow the VMC brand. Duane Reade’s store within a store concept is the new destination of choice for beauty, in an upscale high-end environment called the “LOOK boutique.”
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