Update: February 28, 2026 — Clarified this notice addresses affiliation/representation only (no statements about character).
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Monica Tucker is the founder of Black El Paso, Black El Paso Voice, MOCHA, El Paso Black Hall of Fame, El Paso Black Market, Black Excellence in El Paso, and other related business names and entities. She has been advocating for and within the El Paso community for over 25 years.
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She has spent years building genuine relationships and business dealings within this community—especially with those who sponsor, support, and engage with her work. Those relationships matter, and the people she has served deserve to know exactly who they are dealing with.
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If You Need to Verify You Are Dealing With Monica Tucker Directly:
If anyone approaches you mentioning Black El Paso, Black El Paso Voice, or any name believed to be associated with Monica Tucker or her organizations, please verify directly before making commitments or entering agreements.
monica@blackelpasovoice.com | 915.345.1661
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Non-Affiliation (As of February 28, 2026):
The following individuals are not affiliated with Monica Tucker or her organizations:
Janace Walker or Janace Griffin)
Joseph Snell
Keyscha Banks
Salathia Graham
The following brands and business names are also not affiliated with Monica Tucker or her organizations:
El Paso Black Arts Association; any business operating under the Junkapproved or Junk Dredz name in El Paso; The Queen Has Spoken; Black Excellence El Paso; The Graham Agency; The Face Architect (El Paso only); Ms. Black El Paso Pageant (not the original MissBEPPageant).
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This notice may be updated as necessary.
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For the Record:
This notice is not a statement about the character or independent business activities of any individual listed. It is solely a statement of non-affiliation as of the date above.
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While it is disheartening to have to make this public, it is necessary. Monica Tucker apologizes for any confusion this situation has caused to businesses, sponsors, and the community at large. The community deserves clarity, and she is committed to providing it.
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In Service and with Purpose,
Black El Paso | MOCHA
monica@blackelpasovoice.com | 915.345.1661
