Nationwide — Meet Angela Hawkins, founder and CEO of Bamblu®, a Black-owned line of allergy-friendly linen and sleepwear products that are made from organic and mechanically processed bamboo textiles. She […]
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Natural Hair Educator and Salon Owner Teaches Going Natural in Her New Book
Certified cosmetic chemist and founder of Classic Natural Hair Salon Systems, Crystle Jones-Bond, publishes her first book titled “I Want to Go Natural… Now What?” Nationwide — Crystle Jones-Bond, a […]
Founder of Sisters Inspire Sisters Network Seeks to Recruit More Black Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals
Nationwide — Monique Denton, a Life Transformation Coach for Black women entrepreneurs and business professionals who is known as the founder of Embrace Your Cake, announces the success of her […]
Dad Teams Up With 11-Year Old Son to Convert School Bus into Mobile Learning Center
Nationwide — Sean Harris, and his 11-year old son, Caden, from Atlanta, Georgia, have teamed up to raise $30,000 to complete a mobile financial learning center bus project. They are […]
Founder Uses His 30 Years of Experience to Launch Black-Owned Security Guard Services Company
Nationwide — Meet Mr. Harrington Barrow, the founder and CEO of America Force One LLC, a Black-owned security operations company. With over 30 years of experience in C.C.T.V. Monitoring, Executive […]
Leading Black-Owned Tour Company in New Orleans Upgrades Its Experience
Nationwide — Mikhala Iversen Afropean, founder of All Bout Dat Tours which produces the five-star rated ‘Black Heritage & Jazz Tours’ in New Orleans, says that her company is now […]
History-Making 1st Black Woman to Own a Natural Hair Care Patent Reveals How to Have the Hair You Want
Nationwide — In her new book, Everything You Know About Hair Is Wrong, Gwen Jimmere, the founder and CEO of Naturalicious, delivers a mini masterclass on natural hair. Known as […]
BOSS Network Offers $500K in Funding and Free Coaching for Black Women Entrepreneurs
The deadline to apply is February 25th Chicago, IL — The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and […]
This Entrepreneur Paid His All-Black Team of Employees $2.5M in Payroll and $1M in Commissions in 2021
Wealth strategist, Marcus Barney, is using his “Recession Proof” program to teach financial literacy, personal and business funding, investment strategies, coaching, and more. Nationwide — Flipping the script for individuals […]
Black Hairstylist Reveals How She Built a 6-Figure Salon Using Her 100K Instagram Followers
Nationwide — Gabrielle Allen, a New Orleans-based hairstylist and studio owner, has turned her salon into a six-figure hair empire by leveraging the power of social media. Even more, she […]
Founder of Tech Firm Named Top Black-Owned App Developer in the U.S.
Will G. Manuel, Founder and President of Core Mobile Apps based in Orlando, Florida, has been recognized for its diversity and excellence in app development. Nationwide — Clutch, a popular […]
Manufacturing for the First-Ever Black-Owned Fleet of Self-Driving Pods Has Officially Begun
Nationwide — JéGO Technologies Inc., a Black-owned innovative tech firm based in Miami, Florida, is celebrating that they have officially begun the manufacturing process for their self-driving vehicles called JéGO […]
Meet the Founder of the 1st Black Woman-Owned Self-Sustainable Container Home Manufacturing Facility
Giving investors the opportunity to invest in a company dedicated to providing safe, affordable, and environmentally sustainable luxury container homes. Nationwide — Meet Tamika Shari Bond, founder and CEO of […]
Black Real Estate Agent From Maryland Makes History With Feature on the Cover of Top Agent Magazine
Nationwide — William Francis of Realty ONE Group Performance was recently featured on the cover of Top Agent Magazine, a premier real estate publication that features the best real estate […]
Meet the Black Neuroscientist Who is on a Mission to Change the World
Nationwide — Shonté Jovan-Taylor is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and success strategist who is on a mission to change the world through the power of neuroscience so that more people can […]
HBCU Grad Turned Marketing Genius Makes Promise to Help 1,000 Black Entrepreneurs Go Viral in 2022
Nationwide — Dante Lee, an alumnus of Bowie State University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in PG County, Maryland, is on a mission to help at least 1,000 […]
Woman Makes History, Launches 1st Black-Owned Accredited School That Teaches How to Start a Holistic Practice
Nationwide — Meet Renee Hughes, the founder and CEO of Holistic Champions, the first-ever Black-owned internationally accredited school of Aromatherapy that virtually teaches entrepreneurial-minded students how to start their very […]
Dr. Mautra Jones Makes History as the 1st Black Female President of Oklahoma City Community College
Nationwide — Dr. Mautra Jones makes history as the first Black woman to become president of Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC). She is also the first woman ever to lead […]
Founder of Black-Owned Custom Dessert Company Expands to Luxury Wedding Cake Designs
Nationwide — Meet Delores Morris, founder and CEO of The One by Dee, a custom cake and dessert company based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Formerly called Dee’s Delightful Desserts, the […]
Meet the Entrepreneur Who Created Arkansas’ First Platform for Black-Owned Businesses
Nationwide — Local businessman, Kevin Williams, has launched Arkansas Black Businesses (ABB), the state’s top directory listing platform spotlighting Black-owned businesses.
Black Dentist Launches Mobile Dental Services For Children in the Underserved Mississippi Delta
Nationwide — Children who live in the Mississippi Delta can now experience state-of-the-art mobile dentistry provided by Dr. LaMonica Davis Taylor, a pediatric dentist with a private practice called Smiles […]
Introducing the Newest Black-Owned Day Spa in Baltimore County, Maryland
Nationwide — Cindy Tawiah, former Registered Nurse and creator of the Diva By Cindy hair care brand, has done it again. She has now opened Diva Day Spa and Healing […]
Entrepreneur Turned Artist Launches Empowering Black-Owned Greeting Card Collection
Nationwide — A world-renowned speaker, coach, and entrepreneur, Tera Carissa Hodges has been building an empowerment empire since 2006. Since initially launching her empowerment endeavors, she has coached over 10,000 […]
History-Making Young Black Hotel Owner, Jessica Myers, Says She’s ‘The Dealmaker’ Who Can Help You Realize Your Financial Dreams
Nationwide — Jessica Myers wears a lot of hats. Entrepreneur. House flipper. Real estate investor. Even history-making hotel owner is an accurate distinction. But the 34-year-old, says she prefers to […]
Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith’s Nonprofit Partners With Prudential Financial to Help HBCU Students
Via the partnership, Prudential is providing $1.8 million in microgrants to HBCU students in an effort to accelerate economic mobility and close the financial divide. Nationwide — According to the […]
Black Accountant Who Has Saved Business Owners $30M Reveals Predatory Tax Season Practices
Nationwide — As tax season approaches, the influx of misinformation begins to circulate on social and popup tax preparers who promise unrealistic tax refunds run rampant. These preparers often target […]
Sisters From Virginia Create the Newest Black-Owned Sleepwear Line
Nationwide — A pair of sisters from Virginia have started their own, unique sleepwear line for women called Sleep Sassy® Sleepwear. Donna and Deborah Taylor have been getting their company […]
Founder of Black-Owned PR Firm Wins Award For Native American Campaign
Nationwide — Leris Bernard, founder of LERIS Media, a Black and women-owned, public relations and digital marketing firm, is celebrating having won the PRNEWS CSR & Diversity Award and also […]
How a Mompreneur of 3 Kids Survived a $70K Mistake That Almost Killed Her Business
Nationwide — Electra S. Harris, a busy mom of three children, is the founder of Mysteek Naturals, a successful Black-owned brand that manufactures temporary hair color products that are completely […]
Black Woman-Owned Start-Up Celebrates Children of Color Through Party Supplies and Products
Nationwide — Children’s party planning is a booming industry, yet representation is not there when it comes to children of color. Andrea Lyons, founder and CEO of Anna+Pookie, a Black […]
Black Entrepreneur With 20 Years Experience in the Financial Industry Has Helped 1,000's of Families
Nationwide — Anthony Armstrong, MBA financial consultant and owner of Phronesis Group Consulting. He possesses over 20 years in the financial industry as well as expert banking experience, and is […]
This 7-Year Old Girl Inspired Her Mom to Create a Black Doll Collection Now Recognized by Oprah
Nationwide — Thanks to 7-year old Esi Orijin who inspired her mom to launch Orijin Bees’ Baby Bee Doll Collection, the company had an amazing year in 2021. From being […]
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 […]