Launch of “The Relationship Cheat Code” leads to Exciting Collaboration with St. Thomas University Nationwide — Esteemed celebrity chef and author Ameer Natson has committed a multi-million-dollar investment to sponsor […]
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Former Marketing Director For Dr. Dre Launches Book for Black Women, Helping Them Set the World Ablaze
Nationwide — Dr. Tashion Macon, a first-generation college graduate, announces the release of her groundbreaking book, Coming in Hot: A Blueprint for Black Women Setting the World Ablaze. Dr. Macon […]
Black Author/Creator's Coloring Book Series Addresses Mental Health Issues, Bullying and Suicide
Nationwide — Meet Henderson Vaughan, the mastermind behind The Real Adventures Of Captain85, a coloring book for Black children that has proven to be a powerful tool to raise awareness […]
Meet the Black Woman From Detroit Making History in Heavy Demolition and Construction
Nationwide — Meet Lauren Davis, a proud African American woman from Detroit, Michigan, who’s defying stereotypes as a heavy equipment operator, making her the first woman in her company to […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Company Ranks No. 1 on Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Companies in Illinois
Nationwide — Inc. magazine has revealed that AtkCo, launched by Founder and CEO Shayna Atkins, is No. 3 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, the most prestigious […]
The BOSS Network & Sage Awards $250K in Grants to the Divine Nine Sororities
Nationwide — Announcing the recipients of the 2024 Invest in Progress Grant, a collaborative initiative by Sage and The BOSS Network. This partnership has seen Sage commit funding over three […]
Black Founder Launches New Line of Military Caps With Silk Liners in Retail Stores Nationwide
Meet Natasha Hinds, a retired U.S. Army veteran who is also the founder and CEO of Keep Your Hair Headgear, a pioneering Black-owned brand dedicated to promoting hair and scalp […]
Black Entrepreneur Partners With Major Hospital, Selling Her Hair Care Products in the Gift Shop
Nationwide — Cindy Tawiah, the founder of Diva By Cindy, has partnered with St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland to market her hair care brand in their gift shop. The […]
Meet the Black Fashion Stylist/ Clothing Designer Whose Collection Reflect Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Nationwide — Anita Davenport, the visionary founder of SingleTree Lane, is redefining the fashion industry’s approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through her innovative and culturally rich collections. With […]
12-Year-Old Former Pre-Teen Beauty Queen Makes History, Releases Fitness Planner
Nationwide — Janae Madison, a 12-year-old multi-talented actress, model, and fitness advocate from Georgia, is making waves with her latest fitness endeavor. Despite her young age, Janae is proving that […]
Meet the Black Woman Whose Movement Supports Hundreds of Small Businesses in Detroit
Jennyfer Crawford-Williams to celebrate 10 years of All Things Detroit on April 7th Nationwide — Meet Jennyfer Crawford-Williams, the Founder of All Things Detroit Day, an annual event she created […]
Black Woman Podcaster Makes History with More Than 400 Episodes Produced in Two Years
Nationwide — Kimberly Cloud has been working diligently at creating and producing her podcast, The Kimberly Cloud Show, and has already produced more than 400 episodes. With this show, she […]
Black Student Finally Earns Degree After Becoming a Plumber to Pay for College
Nationwide — Meet Gabriel Eze, a 23-year-old from Nigeria who recently graduated with honors in Petroleum Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He is going viral for having […]
Meet the Black Educator of 32 Years Who Has Revitalized Hundreds of Underperforming School Districts
Nationwide — Akil Marshall is a vibrant, energetic 76-year-old African American industry pioneer who has been an educator for more than three decades. As the founder of a program called […]
New Black-Owned Etsy Store Features Art Products That Portray African Men as Heroes
Nationwide — Gary Jones, the creator of Hero Saga Table, a Black-owned Etsy store, is excited to announce the launch of a new line of products that are dedicated to […]
Black-Owned College Prep School With 100% Graduation Rate Continues to Make History
Nationwide — The Wilson Academy, a Black-owned College Prep School based in the Atlanta area known for its unique academic approach and consistently high-performing students, is making history again. The […]
70-Year-Old Black Grandpa With 11 Grandchildren, "I Saved My Life Without Surgery"
Nationwide — Willie “Bill” Davis, a 70-year-old African American grandpa, author, and speaker, is on a mission to transform lives through his debut book, Saving Grandpa Bill. In the book, […]
Meet the Black Dad and His 6-Year-Old Son Who are Developing a New Video Game
Nationwide — John Saunders, and his 6-year-old game designer son, Logan, are the masterminds behind a new video game in the making called “Pigeon’s Mission.” Produced via their company, Glowing […]
Black Chamber of Arizona Names Dr. Velma Trayham as New CEO and President
Nationwide — The Black Chamber of Arizona has named Dr. Velma Trayham as its new Chief Executive Officer and President. Dr. Trayham will be working with the board of directors […]
Meet the Owner of the Only Black-Owned Motorcycle Drag Racing Cup Series
Nationwide — Broderick “Hollywood” Jackson, the Founder and CEO of Hollywood Drag Racing Production (HDRP), a Black-owned Atlanta, Georgia-based company, is seeking to revolutionize the world of motorcycle drag racing […]
Only Black Female Pilot From an HBCU Program Now Flying For a Commercial Airline
Nationwide — Gabrielle Harding, a graduate of Hampton University, is indeed the only Black female pilot from an HBCU program that is currently flying for a commercial airline. She recently […]
Founder of Black-Owned Independent Baseball League Launches 30 Games in 30 Days
Nationwide — Mike Mayden, a former major-league baseball scout and now the Founder of A League of Our Own (ALOOO), the only Black-owned independent baseball league in the United States, […]
Meet the Black Woman Powering One of the Midwest's Largest Security Firms
Nationwide — In a landscape dominated by male voices, Dr. Jennifer Matthews stands tall as a beacon of innovation and inclusion in the security sector. As the proud owner of […]
Black Entrepreneurs Develop New App That Helps Inventors Protect Their Ideas
Nationwide — In a remarkable collaboration of talent and friendship, John Miller and Darcell Walker, both African American professionals, have combined their expertise to introduce Huemind, a groundbreaking app empowering […]
Black Costume Designer/ Stylist Makes History Elevating Stars and Moguls with Exclusive Wardrobe Solutions
Nationwide — Meet Rachel Richardson, Founder and CEO of House of Parish, a premier wardrobe styling company founded in 2017 that is dedicated to providing authentic and customized style solutions […]
Meet the HBCU Grad, Mom of 1 Behind the Fastest-Growing Black-Owned STEM Company in Oakland
Nationwide — Meet CaTameron (CaT) Bobino, the Founder and CEO of The Know Consulting, the fastest-growing Black-owned STEM company in Oakland, California. She is an HBCU graduate of Stillman College […]
Award-Winning Middle School Math Teacher and Her Husband Create Innovative Hip-Hop Math Curriculum
Nationwide — Award-winning middle school teacher Keziah Finney and her husband, James, are the creators of Lyrical Math, an innovative curriculum that connects hip-hop culture with math. It is a […]
Black Woman-Owned Company to Launch 3rd Annual Business Brunch Experience Near New York City
Nationwide — Anita Pierce, the CEO and Founder of Eleven3seven5, is thrilled to unveil the details of her highly anticipated Third Annual Full Circle Business Brunch Experience to be held […]
Black Investment Expert Launches Two Innovative Financial Literacy Courses Infused with Animation
Nationwide — Shownna Bryant, the Founder and CEO of Instructional Graphics, is pleased to announce the launch of two innovative financial literacy courses featuring cutting-edge graphic animation. The “Financial Bootcamp” […]
Celebrated Black Author Ignites Children's Imaginations with Trailblazing Inclusivity and Representation in Literature
Nationwide — In a revolutionary stride towards fostering inclusivity and representation within the literary realm, distinguished African American author George Green is making waves via his publishing company Little Global […]
Founder of Black-Owned Commercial Kitchen That Sold Out on QVC Celebrates 7 Years in Business
Nationwide — Natasha Brown-Wainwright, the Founder and CEO of Natasha’s Just Brittle established B’More Made with Pride Commercial Kitchen & Café in 2017 to provide small businesses, like hers, the […]
Black Independent TV Personality Aaron Jordan Jr. Partners with Ricky Burchell Studios for His Book-to-Movie Project
Nationwide — Renowned American relationship expert and black independent TV personality, Aaron Jordan Jr., popularly known as “Mr. Know Your Worth” and the founder of Know Your Worth, LLC has […]
Black Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Sells His Company to the Nation’s Largest Towing Firm
Nationwide — Local entrepreneur and philanthropist Early Walker, best known for his success and community-driven leadership, has officially sold his company to the largest towing and vehicle management firm in […]
Black Founder Launches 2-Day Summit Fueling the Future of Black Indie Film and Immersive Storytelling
Nationwide — DeShuna Spencer, Founder and CEO of kweliTV and her 501(c)(3) partner, the Black Indie Creatives Coalition (BICC), have announced Black.Indie.Ignite., a two-day gathering on October 3-4, 2025, in […]
Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Who is Mastering the Art of Building Networks and Social Media
Nationwide — Dr. Jacqueline King, PhD, is a visionary leader whose unique ability to build powerful networks and leverage social media has transformed countless lives and businesses. As the Founder […]
Black Entrepreneur Celebrates 10 Years Helping People Increase Their Body’s Mitochondria Using Natural Nutrition
Nationwide — Rodger Hill, the CEO and Co-Founder of More Mito LLC, a high-tech nutritional company, has developed a pioneering approach to address a critical but often overlooked factor, mitochondrial […]
Founder of Black-Owned Gift Wrapping Paper Says Chinese Companies Are Stealing Her Designs
Mah Melanin, the first African American–owned stationery brand in Sam’s Club, Lowe’s, and Hallmark in the gift wrap category, faces knockoffs after viral TikTok success. Nationwide — Ardean Miller-Marbley, Founder […]
Former Educator Launches Black Parenting Academy with Proven Strategies for Nurturing Talented Kids
In a world where social media, entertainment, and sports can make or break young Black talent, the Black Parenting Academy provides parents with actionable strategies to protect and empower their […]
Black Entrepreneur With 40+ Years of Experience in Government Contracting Reveals Her Proven Strategies
Acu-Elligent Launches Advanced “GovCon Growth Suite” for Scaling Beyond the First Contract. Nationwide — Lori Smith, CEO and Founder of Acu-Elligent, has more than 40 years of experience in government […]
Black Woman Makes History, Wins Prestigious Award for $377M in Real Estate Sales in One Year
Nationwide — Claudienne Hibbert-Smith, the Founder and CEO of TRU Real Estate Exchange Elite, and an African American real estate mogul from Miami, Florida, has been recognized by the National […]
Black Founder of Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment Announces 2025 Event
Nationwide — Lori Smith, Founder and CEO of Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment LTD, has announced that the Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment Convergence 2025 will be held October 9–12, 2025, in […]
TEDxInglewood 2025 Celebrates Another Sold-Out Event for the Third Consecutive Year
Nationwide — On Saturday, August 9, 2025, TEDxInglewood once again proved the power of ideas worth spreading, hosting its third consecutive sold-out event at The Miracle Theater in the heart […]
Black Entrepreneur Celebrates 40 Years of Pioneering Holistic Health and Fitness with the Flexercise® Method
Nationwide — Vernon R. Henry, a distinguished coach, professor, and fitness professional, is celebrating 40 years of empowering individuals and communities through his dedication to holistic health and well-being. His […]
Meet the Black Entrepreneur Whose Video Game Can Save Your Business
Virtual Apothecary creates gamified workspaces for groups to gather intentionally and safely Nationwide — When Jerrica T. Mills, the Founder and CEO of Virtual Apothecary, found herself grounded in 2020 […]
Black-Latina Entrepreneur Makes History, Helps 32 Families Become Homeowners in 10 Months
Nationwide — Crystal Mestres-Bishop, a proud Afro-Latina real estate agent and licensed mortgage loan officer based in New Jersey, is making waves in the housing industry — all while being […]
First Black Woman in Alabama to Open a Degree-Granting College Hosts First Graduation Ceremony
Nationwide — History was made last month as 1 on 1 Technical & Theological College celebrated a powerful milestone: its first anniversary as a state-authorized, degree-granting institution, and the graduation […]
Black Woman Invents Bluetooth Device and App to Prevent Parents from Leaving Kids in Hot Cars
Nationwide — Patricia Morgan, an African American mother, grandmother, and inventor, is raising funds for Ruby SOS, a bold new concept she created that prevents parents from accidentally leaving their […]
13-Year-Old Black Author & Illustrator Inspires Young Readers with Creativity, Diversity, and Heartfelt Storytelling
Nationwide — At just 13 years old, Saadiq Stevens is capturing the hearts of readers nationwide with his vibrant imagination, meaningful messages, and dedication to representing all children in literature. […]
Black Attorney Recognized by USA Today as One of the Top Five Lawyers to Watch in 2025
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali has been recognized as one of the Top Five Lawyers to Watch in 2025 by USA Today. Attorney Ali isn’t just practicing law—he’s reshaping the […]
Slutty Vegan Restaurant Owner Pinky Cole Sued for $87K in Unpaid Rent
Nationwide — Popular Atlanta-based Black-owned restaurant Slutty Vegan is facing a lawsuit that claims owner Pinky Cole owes more than $87,000 in rent and fees for two properties on Edgewood […]
Black Teen Inventor of Gabby Bows Lands Retail Deal in 600 Claire's Stores
Nationwide — Gabby Goodwin invented GaBBY Bows, the first and only anti-slip double-face double-snap barrette at the age of seven with her mom, Rozalynn, and holds three U.S. patents. The […]
Black Woman Who Invested $40K into a Salon Files Lawsuit After Being Denied a Business Permit
Nationwide — Khalilah Few, an African American woman from Clayton County, Georgia, is suing the county after officials denied her permit to open a new salon. The rejection came after […]
Black Couple Brings Custom Glow-in-the-Dark Keyrings for Fundraisers and Events
Nationwide — Marcus and Shauanna Parker, an African American couple from North Texas, are lighting up fundraising and personal branding with their innovative, solar-powered 3D printing lab — and now […]
Author Releases First Crypto Investment Book for Black Women Over 40
Nationwide — Ansylla Ramsey, a seasoned educator and crypto coach, has officially become the first African American woman to write a book that simplifies cryptocurrency investing specifically for women over […]
Black Woman Makes History as the Only Dentist Offering Affordable, No Prep Neer Veneer Smile Makeovers in NYC and Michigan
Nationwide — Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Catrise Austin, known as “The Queen of Smiles” for transforming the smiles of stars like Cardi B and boxing champion Claressa Shields, is changing […]
Black Mom and Son Launch Black-Owned Wellness Lounge Called The Vitamin Suite in Maryland
Nationwide — Lakel Ebb, BSN, RN, and her son, Founder and CEO of The Vitamin Suite in PG County, Maryland, are transforming the way communities think about health, healing, and […]
Black Nurse Launches 100% Organic, Holistic Coffee Brand That Helps to Boost Mental Health
Nationwide — For millions of people, the day doesn’t truly begin until that first sip of coffee. But for Jessica Francois, founder of Heavenz Shroomz Coffee, that morning ritual is […]
Black Founder Celebrates Helping Her Clients Get $18M in Funding, Launches Free Webinar for Black Organizations
Nationwide — Linda M. Peavy, founder of LiPav Consulting and known nationwide as “The Grants Queen,” is celebrating a major milestone — $18 million in grant funding secured for her […]
Black Moms Can (BMC) Program Turns Everyday Mothers into Paid Influencers, Creating a New Path to Wealth and Representation
Inclusion Solutions Incorporated (ISC) launches a people-powered alternative to fading DEI programs, starting with Black moms at the center of the movement Nationwide — As corporations slash Diversity, Equity, and […]
Black Mom and Son, Grocery Store Owners Raising Funds for Youth Training Farm Near Chicago
Founder of Roots & Vine Produce & Café and Green Table Talks Launches Urgent Fundraiser to Secure 20-Acre Farm for Food Justice and Workforce Training Near Chicago Nationwide — Ena […]
Salt-N-Pepa Say Their Record Label is Blocking Their Music from Streaming Amidst Lawsuit
Nationwide — Hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa says fans can’t stream some of their hit songs because of a fight with Universal Music Group. They claim the company won’t give back the […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur to Make New York Fashion Week Debut Just 6 Months After Launching Luxury Handbag Brand
Nationwide — In a remarkable feat rarely seen in the world of luxury fashion, Black entrepreneur and designer Verniese Brown will make her New York Fashion Week debut this September, […]
Portland Festival Celebrates Multicultural Films and Plays
The Pacific Northwest Multicultural Readers Series and Film Festival Features Celebrity Talent, Dynamic Films, and Captivating Readings, along with a New Showcase Addition Nationwide — The Pacific Northwest Multicultural Readers […]
New Online Special Library Launches With a Focus on the Black Experience
Nationwide — An online special library called The Quiet House Library, has been launched that focuses on the black experience. The need for realistic, interesting and validating literature is still […]