Nationwide — Often when people think of the Montgomery Bus Boycott Movement names such as Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Ralph Abernathy, and Rosa Parks come to mind, […]
Business/ Career
Black Founder Launches Platform to Showcase and Promote Up to 200,000 Black Women-Owned Businesses
Nationwide — Dr. Jacqueline King, Founder and CEO of Black Women Empowered, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Black Women Empowered Business Directory, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at […]
Black Women Founders of Eyewear Company Make History, Major Distribution Deal in 900+ Retail Stores
Nationwide — National Vision, Inc. the nation’s second-largest optical retailer and provider of quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, has announced its collaboration with women and Black-owned eyewear company, Vontélle […]
Black Entrepreneur, Owner of 6-Figure Business Launches Free Webinar to Help 1,000 Black-Owned Startups
Nationwide — Kevin D. Williams, a distinguished Black author, speaker, accomplished entrepreneur, and the visionary behind the bestselling book Unlocking Opportunities: The Ultimate Guide to Excelling at Networking Events and […]
Fastest-Growing Black-Owned Wine Tour Expands to Over 16 Cities in 2024
Nationwide — Wine Crawl, known for curating unique Food, Wine, and Spirits experiences, is thrilled to announce its expansion to over 16 cities across the United States. This exciting growth […]
Fashion Designer Therez Fleetwood Pays Tribute to Artists of the Harlem Renaissance With Museum-Inspired Fashion-Art Collection
Nationwide — Black fashion phenomenon Therez Fleetwood who gained great notoriety with her world couture bridal and ready-to-wear collections, designing custom fashions for celebrities such as Queen Latifah, Angela Bassett […]
Founder of Black-Owned Travel Company Celebrates 10 Years of Creating Over 600 Travel Experiences to 108 Countries
Nationwide — As Jelani Travel marks its 10th year of operation, the company has curated over 600 travel experiences, visited 108 countries, explored 6 continents, and ventured into 35 states. […]
Meet the Black Author Who is Introducing Financial Literacy to Kids in a Fun and Engaging Way
Nationwide — A groundbreaking new book, The ABCs of Wealth Building by Tanisha Adjokatcher, a coach, MWBE-certified entrepreneur, and DOE vendor/contractor, is shaping tomorrow’s financially savvy generation.
11-Year-Old Black Entrepreneur Launches STEM Toy Line in Whole Foods Market Stores
Nationwide — Team Genius Squad, a toy brand created by 11-year-old entrepreneur and author Ava. N. Simmons, specializes in creating American-made toys centered on S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). […]
Black Business Owners Urged to Capitalize on Final Days of African Collective Global Business Month
Nationwide — As the inaugural year of African Collective Global Business Month enters its final week, Black business owners are encouraged to take advantage of the special offer to have […]
Entrepreneur Releases New 2024 Collector's Edition African American History Calendar
Nationwide — Entrepreneur Kim D. Yarber via his company K.D. Yarber Publishing has released the 2024 Collector’s Edition African American History Calendar with champion names including:
Renowned Hairstylist, Sonia Carr, Launches Newest Black-Owned Line of Holistic Hair Care Products
Nationwide — Sonia Carr, the visionary owner and stylist at Hair By Sonia Salon, announces the launch of the Hair by Sonia Preventative Line, a groundbreaking collection of hair care […]
Founder of Fastest-Growing Black Woman-Owned Publishing Company on Track to Release 28 Books in One Year
Nationwide — Founded by author, independent film producer, and former literary agent, Shawanda “N’Tyse” Williams, Black Odyssey Media is preparing to celebrate the first anniversary of her nationally distributed publishing […]
Black Entrepreneur's New Book and Workshop to Teach How to Earn Six-Figures with a Notary Signing Business
Nationwide — Shayna Bell, the Founder and CEO of Mobile Notary Dispatch Services, has now launched book entitled There’s Power in Your Stamp and also a live workshop on January […]
Black-Owned Seafood Restaurant in Las Vegas to Host Super Bowl Party Series
Nationwide — Sin City Seafood Kitchen + Lounge, a Black-owned restaurant located in downtown Las Vegas just blocks from one of the city’s top tourist attractions Fremont Street, will present […]
Black Siblings, Financial Advisors Launch Program to Help Families Build Legacies That Last
Nationwide — Meet Marcella Mollon-Williams and her brother Mark Mollon, the founders of The Family Legacy Experience™, the most comprehensive legacy planning program for African American families in the nation. […]
Melanated Campout Returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway for Second Annual Family Meetup at Ambetter 400 Race
Nationwide — After a successful inaugural event, Melanated Campout is excited to announce its return to the Atlanta Motor Speedway for the second annual family meetup during the Ambetter 400 […]
Founder of Black-Owned Social Media Network, WeKinFolk, Celebrates 1.5 Million Visitors in Three Years
Nationwide — WeKinFolk, a digital diaspora is the online platform that celebrates over 500k site visits in 2023. It was launched in 2020 by IT Expert, Ernest L. Manning, fueled […]
Black-Owned Streaming Platform Releases Its First Original Film, “Workplace Drama,” Worldwide in Partnership With Tamera Hill Productions
Tamera Hill has graced the stage of multiple streaming platforms including Netflix, Pureflix, BET+, Amazon Prime, and others. Nationwide — Tamera Hill, in collaboration with Hidden Gem Entertainment TV, announces […]
Black Woman-Owned Children’s Book Publisher Releases Its Newest Title
Nonfiction picture book tells the story of a civil rights demonstration through the eyes of a real-life child activist Nationwide — Ohio Humanities and Daydreamers Press announces the release of […]
Jessica Bantom Joins DLR Group as Equity, Diversity, and Belonging Leader
Nationwide — DLR Group announced the appointment of Jessica Bantom as the firm’s Global Leader for Equity, Diversity, and Belonging. She joins DLR Group as a principal and a member […]
Three Black Siblings, Elementary School Basketball Stars Make History with Their Own Brand Deal
Nationwide — Three African American siblings – Henry, Ashton, and Hunter Jolly – have made history as the youngest athletes and basketball stars to launch their own brand deal with […]
Black Founder of Chatbot Engineer Academy Aims to Transform Lives and Strengthen Communities Through Tech
Nationwide — Chatbot Engineer Academy, started by Audrey Bell-Kearney, the President of the Gwinnett Women’s Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce the launch of the groundbreaking “UpSkill To UpLift […]
New Black Trivia Game is Now Available as a Mobile App
Nationwide — It’s time to celebrate, recognize, and value inspirational Black people and commemorative events that are not taught in primary school? Get ready for the newest and most exciting […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Hair Care Products That Restore Stubborn Damaged Hair in Weeks
Nationwide — Meet Angela H. Brown, Founder and CEO of Deserve Healthy Hair, which produces the first plant-based product line that reverses extreme hair loss issues much faster than most […]
Author Reveals the Mindset it Takes For Black People to Truly Win and Dominate
Nationwide — Former stockbroker now new author, Darrell J. Muhammad has released his first book, The Money Game: So Black People Can Win and Dominate now available on Amazon. It […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Makes History, Launches Vision Board App For Setting Goals
Nationwide — According to the Pessimism and Hope: A Survey of the Financial Status and Aspirations of Black Americans report by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, 75 […]
Black Experts Team Up to Offer Comprehensive ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence Workshop
Nationwide — Every.Black, LLC, a leading provider of cutting-edge technology education, is thrilled to announce an exceptional learning opportunity for professionals and technology enthusiasts seeking to harness the power of […]
Former Attorney Launches Fintech Company to Help Black Families With Homeownership Down Payments
Innovative Fintech Down Payment Assistance Platform Partners with Nation’s Largest Black-Owned Bank Nationwide — George Fatheree III, a history-making attorney turned social impact entrepreneur, has launched ORO Impact, a social […]
Black Motivational Speaker/Author to Kick Off “The Key to Unlock Happiness” Nationwide Tour in Florida
Nationwide — Donald E. Archey, a luminary in the motivational speaking and authorship realms, is poised to illuminate the nation with his latest literary gem, The Key to Unlock Happiness. […]
Black Veteran Launches Nonprofit, Opens First Full-Service Center For Veterans in PG County, Maryland
Nationwide — Dr. Arthur Darby III seeks to revolutionize veterans’ access to resources in Prince George’s County by offering a five-tiered approach to self-sufficiency services. Unity In The Community Non-Profit, […]
Author's New Book, "Black Voices", Features Empowering Quotes From the Pan-African World
Find wisdom, inspiration, and new insight in this definitive volume of empowering quotes from the Pan-African world. Nationwide — With over 60 quotations carefully researched by National Black Cultural Information […]
The Decision That Changed Everything: How One College Student Chose Taco Bell Over Law School-and Became President of Carrabba's Italian Grill
Nationwide — In the summer of 1986, Kelia R. Bazile stood at one of the biggest crossroads of her life. After graduating from high school, what began as a summer […]
Black Grandmother Launches Patented Interactive Plush Koala Inspired By Her Grandkids
Her innovative educational comfort system combines a patented voice-recordable pillow plush, children’s books, and interactive learning products designed to support literacy, emotional wellness, and family connection. Nationwide — After hearing […]
Black Army Veteran Who Taught Himself How to Code Selected as National Speaker at 126th National Business League Conference
Nationwide — Darren L. Buckner didn’t come from money and didn’t come from connections. He came from North St. Louis, and he came correct. Buckner, a U.S. Army veteran, spent […]
Ronnie’s House Strengthens Black and Brown Justice-Impacted Leaders to Level Up and Build Safer & Stronger Communities
Level Up in 90 helps lived-experience leaders build stronger nonprofits Nationwide — After losing her husband, Ronnie Senegal, a 43-year-old African American man, to gun violence, Shirin Senegal has turned […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Open a Kids' Skating Rink in Lancaster, California
Nationwide — After more than 40 years of working with children, entrepreneur Duana Garrett is making history in Lancaster, California, as the first Black woman to open a children’s skating […]
14-Year-Old Black CEO Launches Youth Entrepreneurship Summit and $10K Pitch Competition
Nationwide — Zoe Oli launched Beautiful Curly Me, her award-winning toy company, at age 7 and grew it from the living room to retail shelves nationwide. Now 14, she’s helping […]
Man Allegedly Stole 438 Tires Worth Nearly $90K From a Tire Shop Where He Worked
Nationwide — Darren Manson, a man from Atlanta, Georgia, is accused of stealing hundreds of tires from the Mavis Tires and Brakes store where he worked. Authorities say he and store […]
Meet the Innovative Black Woman Childcare Provider Revolutionizing Early Childhood Education
Introducing the first parent engagement platform built exclusively for childcare centers — now offering live parent-to-classroom video calls, real-time updates, and emergency broadcasting to strengthen the connection between families and […]
LeBron James Plans to Raise $5 Billion for New Basketball League to Compete With NBA
Nationwide — NBA icon LeBron James is reportedly involved in plans to create a global basketball league that could compete with the NBA. The proposed league would feature teams from around […]
The Richest Black Man in the World, Aliko Dangote, to Donate 33% of His Wealth
Nationwide — Aliko Dangote, one of the wealthiest people in the world, plans to donate 33% of his fortune to charity after his death as part of his goal to create […]
Black Entrepreneur Reinvents Recycling While Bringing Jobs and Green Innovation to Urban and Rural Communities
Nationwide — Lester Brazzel, the Founder and CEO of Cubia Recycling, a pioneering force in sustainable waste management, has announced the expansion of its innovative decentralized recycling infrastructure designed to […]
Black Woman Founder Launches First Reading Platform Built Exclusively for Black-Authored Romance Readers
Noir Pages debuts with 100 Black authors, 270 books, and a platform that puts black romance and fantasy stories first. Nationwide — Victoria Harrell, an African American Senior Product Marketing […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Footwear Collection for Cancer Survivors and Supporters
Nationwide — Kam Edwards, founder of b.c.e. Custom Shoes, is transforming a dream created for her family into a purpose-driven movement. The launch of the b.c.e. Vincere Phoenix™ Collection introduces […]
Black Woman-Owned Academy Launches AI Bootcamp Equipping Black Women to Turn Career Experience into Entrepreneurship
Marlene Trimuel’s Resume to Revenue™ Gift Discovery App and Six-Week Bootcamp Help Corporate Women Turn Decades of Experience Into Purpose-Driven Businesses Nationwide — ReBrand HER Academy™ has opened enrollment for […]
Black-Owned Brand, Jam Vino Wine-Infused Jam, Nominated in QVC’s 2026 Customer Choice Food Awards for New “Best Pantry Brand” Category
The gourmet, wine-infused jam brand joins an elite group of QVC food favorites competing for consumer votes now through August 12. Nationwide — Jam Vino, the first-of-its-kind wine-infused gourmet jam […]
Nurse Boss Summit 2026 Returns to Raleigh with National Speakers, Celebrity Guests, CEUs, and Business-Building Opportunities for Healthcare Professionals
Nationwide — Healthcare professionals from across the country will gather in Raleigh next week for the 2026 Nurse Boss Summit, a two-day event designed to inspire, educate, and empower nurses […]
Best-Selling Black Author Celebrates "Educator of the Year" Honor With Groundbreaking New Sales Book
Nationwide — Award-winning sales trainer, entrepreneur, and best-selling author Donald E. Archey has released what many business leaders are calling one of the most practical sales leadership books in decades. […]
Black Entrepreneurs, Founders of Ten to One Rum & Lost Borough Ice Cream, Partner to Bring More Flavor to National Business Month
Award-winning and global rum company presents first collaborative infused ice cream with NYC-based rising ice cream brand Nationwide — As we count down to National Black Business Month, Lost Borough […]
Award-Winning Entrepreneur Reveals How to Create Black Generational Wealth in Newly Revised Book
Nationwide — Chuck Starks, an Inc. 500 award-winning entrepreneur, is challenging conventional thinking about wealth creation in America. His book, Get Rich While Black… Without Being an Athlete, Entertainer or […]
Black Executive Leaves Spotify to Launch His Own Marketing Agency
Nationwide — Justin “Jay” Norman, the Detroit-based creative strategist, music producer, and Ad Age Creator 100 honoree who most recently served as Global Director of Creative Strategy and Global Head […]
Black-Owned Tech Company Launches TapBlk, An All-In-One, AI-Powered Networking App Built for the Culture
TapBlk brings everything Black entrepreneurs need to network and follow up into one powerful mobile app. Nationwide — Kyle D. Amaker, the Founder and CEO of Go Black Own, LLC, […]
Meet the Black Entrepreneur Making History With Factory-Built Homes to Address America's Affordable Housing Problem
Nationwide — For years, conversations about America’s housing crisis have centered on rising prices, shrinking inventory, and the growing distance between working families and homeownership. Far less attention has been […]
Founder of First Black Woman-Owned Skateboard Company Launches New Designs With Limited-Edition Collections
Nationwide — Latosha Stone-Keagy, the founder and CEO of Proper Gnar, the first Black woman-owned skateboard company, is marking a new chapter defined by intentional design, creative independence, and a […]
Meet the 23-Year-Old Black Woman Empowering Small and Minority-Owned Businesses Through Her New Shipping Company
Nationwide — Tech entrepreneur Tiffany Geddis is officially shaking up the logistics industry with the launch of Ship Fairy, a shipping platform designed to dismantle the financial barriers facing minority-owned […]
Air Force Veteran Turns Technology and Vision into a Growing Black-Owned Gift Brand
African American Gift Guides Celebrates Culture, Heritage, and Faith With a Growing Collection of Over 5,000 Culturally Inspired Gifts, Home Décor, and Greeting Cards — Shipping Worldwide Nationwide — African […]
Black Female Founder Who Has Helped 100,000+ Women Investors Launches Rich Auntie Wealth Initiative
Nationwide — After spending years helping thousands of women gain confidence in the stock market, Cassandra Cummings, founder of The Stocks & Stilettos Society, has launched the Rich Auntie Wealth […]
Only Black-Owned AI Software and Commercial Robotics Company in North Carolina Celebrates One Year in Business
Self-funded technology company completes first year after launching enterprise AI software, commercial robotics, and AI music divisions while releasing research documenting a unique position within North Carolina’s technology sector. Nationwide […]
It's Official. Black Woman Therapist Who Beat DoorDash Without a Lawyer Now Holds Federal Trademark
The USPTO has issued LeadDash its federal trademark registration, sealing Dr. Ashley Bryant’s pro se victory over the $70 billion tech giant Nationwide — On April 28, 2026, the United […]
Two Black Woman-Led Organizations Recognized With Prestigious Honors in South Carolina
Nationwide — Excellence in business and service has been recognized once again across two organizations founded by Dr. Tina J. Ramsay, a former behavior specialist and award-winning educator with more than […]
Female Founders Awarded $2.4M Contract to Boost Tourism and Hospitality in College Park, Georgia
Nationwide — Carolyn E. Howell and Amber Batchelor, founders of Destination Must Visit® Tourism Alliance, Inc., have reached a major milestone after their Black woman-led 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization was awarded […]
Houston's Only Black Woman-Owned Hotel Celebrates 3 Years By Giving Away Free Night Stays
Nationwide — Three years after opening the doors to Wanderstay Boutique Hotel, entrepreneur Deidre Mathis continues to break barriers in an industry where Black women remain dramatically underrepresented. As the […]
Entrepreneur Speaks Out on Protecting Black Workers from Exploitation in California’s Temporary Staffing Industry
The following is commentary by Herb Bennett, CEO of Baran Agency, about ongoing issues regarding Black workers who are hired by temporary staffing agencies in California: Nationwide — In communities […]