Gerry McCants, has always been an advocate for minority business ownership, consumerism and its subsequent purchasing power.  It has been an overriding theme throughout his career.  A native of Columbia, South Carolina, McCants is the president and owner of McCants Communications Group, Inc.  The media executive holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Urban Studies from Virginia Union University as well as numerous prestigious certifications and programs, most notably his completion of the Dartmouth University Tuck School of Business Minority Business Development Agency Executive Program. 

A true businessman and leader, McCants is the former statewide president of the North Carolina Black Chamber of Commerce.  He currently serves on various boards, committees and organizations, including, but not limited to North Carolina A&T State University Interdisciplinary Center for Entrepreneurship and E-Business Advisory Committee and the Wells Fargo Bank Advisory Board-Greensboro, North Carolina.  He has been an integral consultant and board member for countless councils, committees, and boards throughout the southeastern United States.