Gregory J. Reed

Gregory J. Reed, Esq. is a legal practitioner, "cultural preservationist, and activist" in the legal profession for thirty years plus. His clients are preeminent; his professional civic contributions carry national and global significance. Reed is a "visionary and trailblazer honoree'', Hall of Fame inductee , and humanitarian for his legal, cultural and art contributions, and worked with Rosa Parks, Nelson Mandela, Malcolm X's, and Alex Haley's Legacies, Dr. Betty Shabazz, Coretta Scott King, Aretha Franklin, Anita Baker, The Last Poets, Motown legends,6 world boxing champions, etc.

He has negotiated legendary sports and entertainment largest contracts and has monetized projects: person names, intellectual property, artifacts, brand to create wealth and has lectured internationally.

Reed designed a plan to secure Rosa Parks' legacy, with the Presidential and Congressional medals, Postal stamp, image award, co-founded Rosa Parks Museum in AL., etc.

Founded Detroit Entertainment Commission, as an economic and employment stimulus,1 of 9 U.S entities.

Reed a specialist in intellectual property, entertainment, corporate, and tax laws, a former college professor. An author of 17 books, many award winners, (multi-NAACP Image awards, American Book Award, Chicago's Teacher Award, Best Sellers' list) books used in professional and educational communities. Includes Economic Empowerment through the Church presented to Congress, Obama Talks Back: Global Lessons- A Dialogue; personal letters of President Obama, a first, President and Mrs. Obama praised Reed, special commendation.

Reed acquired the Autobiography of Malcolm X, Lost Chapters, and secured the digital rights, the largest literary acquisition in the U.S; presented the "Lost Chapters" in NY Audubon Ballroom, standing-room-only, and shared the "Chapters" at major institutions in the U.S.

Reed was U.S guest curator honoree for Nelson Mandela Museum and Mich. State Univ, "Dear Mr. Mandela, Dear Mrs. Parks" Children's Letters: Global Lessons, first exhibition between two continents, America and So. Africa. Reed was Mandela's escort at its premiere on his 90th birthday and wedding anniversary.

Reed created, first of its kind, music traveling exhibit,100 plus One Music, Before Motown and Beyond! Celebrating America's Music," premiered at Chicago's DuSable Museum, set an attendance record, 200,000 visitors.

He has appeared on major tv networks CNN, ABC, NBC's Today, radio, and streaming platforms. Gjrassoc@aol.com