SUNRISE, Fla. - s4story -- The Florida Panthers honored Andre Kay, a visionary leader in digital marketing and philanthropy, with the Black Excellence Award during a special Celebration of Black Excellence on February 8th.

The event, sponsored by Amazon and held at the Amerant Bank Arena, celebrated individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and industries.

Andre Kay, the founder of Sociallybuzz, the world's first social media marketing agency, and Best Date Ever, was joined by his wife and business advisors Jerome Hutchinson of ICABA, Charles "Mark Phi" Smart, and Erik Mendelson.

The award was presented in recognition of Kay's exceptional leadership and his ongoing commitment to fostering community engagement and economic development through innovative digital marketing strategies.

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Highlights of the Event:

• The celebration took place at Amerant Bank Arena, the proud home of the 2024 Stanley Cup Champions, the Florida Panthers.
• The event featured a reception honoring individuals who have exemplified excellence in their professional and community endeavors.

Andre Kay expressed his gratitude, stating, "I am deeply honored to receive the Black Excellence Award. This recognition underscores our commitment at Sociallybuzz to using digital marketing as a force for good, empowering businesses and strengthening communities."

About Sociallybuzz: Sociallybuzz is a pioneering social media marketing agency founded by Andre Kay in Broward County. For over 17 years, the agency has helped businesses enhance their digital presence, drive economic growth, and engage with their communities effectively. Sociallybuzz is recognized for setting industry standards and fostering innovation in digital marketing.

About Best Date Ever: Best Date Ever is an innovative platform designed to enhance romantic relationships through AI-driven personalized experiences. Founded by Andre Kay, Best Date Ever offers couples unique and meaningful ways to strengthen their bonds and celebrate their love through technology.

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About the Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers won their first Stanley Cup championship in their 30th anniversary season in 2023-24 following a thrilling seven-game Stanley Cup Final series with the Edmonton Oilers. The NHL's southernmost team, the Panthers have earned a trip to the Stanley Cup Final in each of the past two seasons and reached the postseason in a club-record five consecutive campaigns. Under President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito and Head Coach Paul Maurice the Cats are a tenacious, dynamic and exciting team led by captain Aleksander Barkov, superstar forwards Matthew Tkachuk and Sam Reinhart and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky. At home in Sunrise, Fla., at Amerant Bank Arena, the Panthers welcome fans from the tri-county area, the South Florida region and beyond. An organization with deep roots in the community, their pillar program 'Heroes Among Us' honors a United States military veteran at every game.

For more information about Andre Kay and his initiatives, visit Sociallybuzz and Best Date Ever.