NEW YORK, NY -- (Marketwire) -- 04/08/10 -- The Council of Urban Professionals ("CUP"), a nonprofit that advances the social, political, and economic interests of minorities and women, hosted its 3rd Annual Leadership Gala fundraiser tonight. CUP raised critical funds to support its wide-ranging programs and recognized several distinguished individuals whose work aligns with the organization's mission.Among the honorees was Earvin "Magic" Johnson, who received the Entrepreneurial Leadership Award for his work to advance minority businesses. Additional recipients included Eva Moskowitz, Joel Greenblatt, and John Petry of the Success Charter Network in Harlem for their leadership in educating low-income

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