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 […]
Business/ Career
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 […]
Investors Join Female Founder of Black-Owned Robotic Storefront Technology For Roadshow Kickoff
PopCom’s founder, Dawn Dickson-Akpoghene, has announced a seven-city roadshow to present the company’s latest PopShops, where she will also host investor meetups. Nationwide — PopCom’s founder and CEO, Dawn Dickson-Akpoghene, […]
2022 Natural Hair, Barber and Lifestyle Expo to Be Held in Virginia Beach
Nationwide — Dr. Prenik James, a certified Trichologist and Doctor of Naturopathy with over 25 years of experience, will host the “Taking You Back to Your Roots”: Natural Hair, Barber […]
Host of 'Hot Mess Millionaire' Podcast Launches 2-Day Summit to Address Black Men and Mental Wellness
Dr. Venus Opal Reese to host a groundbreaking two-day virtual summit focusing on empathy and compassion on the mental wellness of Black men. Los Angeles, CA — Dr. Venus Opal […]
"Boss Impact Fund” Launches to Raise Capital For 500 Black Women Business Owners Over the Next 3 Years
The Launch Kicks Off With The Boss Network Partnering With Sage For Its $1.5 Million “Invest in Progress” Grant Program to Benefit Black Women Entrepreneurs The deadline to apply is […]
Black Doctor Creates "My First Period Kit" and Leak-Proof Panties to Inspire Confidence During Menstrual Cycles
Nationwide — Meet Dr. Amber Robins, a medical doctor turned entrepreneur who is now the founder of Sanxtuary MD, a Black-owned brand committed to helping women learn about their bodies […]
Black Entrepreneurs Who Turned $2K into $2M Launch Masterclass on How to Start a Hair Business
Nationwide — Ashley Williams and Khat Brim, the two founders who successfully built a multi-million dollar brand called Hair Are Us, have now launched a virtual masterclass to help aspiring […]
Once Homeless, This Single Black Mom of 2 Now Owns a Successful Plant-Based Skincare Brand
Nationwide — Meet Angela Y. Ervin, who was once dealing with being homeless, divorced, and a single mom all at the same time. However, now she is a successful entrepreneur […]
Meet the Founder of a $500K Scholarship Fund That Supports Black Women Entrepreneurs
The fastest-growing entrepreneurship accelerator program helps women-owned businesses get to the next level. Atlanta, GA — Award-winning entrepreneur Dr. Velma Trayham has launched a $500,000 scholarship fund to support Black […]
Sharifah Hardie, CEO of IT TV Network, Launches "Black Guest List" - A New Platform Connecting Authority Black Voices with Media Opportunities
Black Guest List connects Black luminaries with radio hosts, television productions, live shows, digital outlets, print publications, and trendy podcasts to gain media opportunities they historically would not have access […]
Black Author Provides Eight Audacious Actions to Empower Women in Business
Washington, DC — Markiesha Wilson announces the release of her book, In the Climb: Eight Audacious Actions to Overcome Life and Climb the Corporate Ladder with Joy, available here. In […]
Tech Company, TEKVOX, Names New African American Vice President of Sales
Nationwide — TEKVOX is pleased to announce that Joshua Joseph has joined the company as Vice President of Sales. For the past seven years, Joshua served as an Account Executive […]
Kwame Kilpatrick, Ex-Detroit Mayor, Opens New Business Venture Despite Owing Millions to the City
Nationwide — Kwame Kilpatrick, the former Detroit mayor who was convicted and sentenced to years in prison for federal corruption, has started a new business. Despite having been released from […]
Gentrification Expert and Developer Reveals How to Protect Communities from Corporate Expansion
Nationwide — T.J. Loftin is today’s most prolific expert on gentrification and economics. Threatened by gentrification and corporate expansion across the United States, small business owners, and long-time residents are […]
Black Entrepreneur's Recent Visit to Africa Inspires New Holistic Hair Growth Product
Nationwide — When Meekah Royale discovered her Black heritage to be of West Africa with her ancestry connecting her to Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Mali Empire, this motivated her to […]
Black Family-Owned Construction Firm Awarded 7 Multi-Million Contracts Including JFK Airport
Nationwide — Meet Darrell K. Choates, Sr., his father, his son, and his grandson (that’s 4 generations), the owners of Choates G Contracting LLC, a Black-owned construction firm headquartered in […]
Black Designer Launches Luxury Handbag and Accessories Line
Nationwide — Meet Ndidi Obi, founder and CEO of a refreshing new Black-owned, luxury brand called Ndidi Obi USA Inc. that poised to take us to the next level in […]
Founders of Black-Owned Platform Make History, Celebrate 7 Years of Teaching Minorities How to Invest
Nationwide — Meet Ernest Curry and Latoya Smith, the founders of The Profit Room, an online learning platform that teaches people of color how to invest in stocks, cryptocurrency, foreign […]
Meet the Founder of an App That Simplifies the College Admissions Process for Black Students
The College Thriver app is poised to disrupt the status quo for higher education among students of color. Nationwide — Shawntia Lee, a former Admissions and Enrollment Counseling professional, has […]
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 […]
Founder of Black-Owned Law Firm Launches Podcast About Economic and Community Development
Calvin Souder, an attorney and the managing partner of Souder Law Group, is expanding the conversation on growth from the ground up. In the first episode of his new podcast, […]
Black Mom of 3 Launches Free New Scholarship Program to Help 25,000 Black Families Send Their Kids to College
Nationwide — After relocating from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta, entrepreneur, insurance professional, and legacy advocate India Brown has launched the Legacy Leaders Scholarship Program, a free initiative designed to help […]
Black Entrepreneurs Launch National Initiative to Prepare Student-Athletes for the New Sports Economy
Founders Cimone Casson and Dr. Philip Hickman unite education, sports, financial leadership, and former professional athletes to help young people build careers beyond the game. Nationwide — While billions of […]
Entrepreneur Makes History, Opens the Newest Black-Owned Medical Staffing Agency in Maryland
Nationwide — Dr. Maxine Bennett-Marsh, a clinician, CEO, community advocate, and visionary leader, is also now the Founder of Orion Medical Network LLC, the newest Black-owned medical staffing agency in […]
Meet the Founder Showing Black Entrepreneurs How to Build a Profitable Business in Just One Day
Nationwide — Dante Lee, a successful entrepreneur of more than 27 years, has launched a new initiative called Build Black Wealth, as an opportunity for aspiring Black entrepreneurs to build […]
America's First and Only Black-Owned Iron Door Store, Meet the Entrepreneur Who Owns It
Nationwide — Meet Johnny Gray III, founder of D&J Builders Surplus, America’s first and only Black-owned iron door store, serving customers nationwide with luxury iron doors, pivot doors, interior doors, […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Turns Personal Hair Struggle into Luxury Botanical Brand Redefining Scalp Care
Nationwide — For years, Aurora Dixon wore her locs and ponytails pulled tight. It wasn’t the locs themselves that caused the damage — locs, when properly maintained, can be a […]
SWAAGTV Announces Summer 2026 Program Lineup for Chicago's Only 24/7, FCC-Licensed, Live, Local Black Broadcast and Streaming TV Station
New Schedule Features The Smart Money Woman, Jacob’s Cross, Black Tax, Finest Homes, Dream Cars, Kasi Car Culture and Music Revolution Beginning Week of July 13, 2026 Nationwide — SWAAGTV, […]
Black Couple Expands Opportunities for Black Creatives Through Their Growing Independent Film and TV Production Hub
Their Award-Winning Series “Sundays After Church” Streams Globally as the Company Invests in Local Talent, Economic Growth, and Community-Based Storytelling Nationwide — At a time when opportunities for Black creatives […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Independent Streaming Platform, Expands TV Franchise Across Africa, and Signs Content Partnerships with African Filmmakers
Creator of the Preachers’ Exes Franchise Announces Expansion into Nigeria, Uganda, and South Africa Through Wild Horse TV Nationwide — Entrepreneur, producer, author, and media executive Cheron K. Griffin has […]
Black Woman Curator Launches New Guide That Celebrates Black-Owned Luxury Beauty and Fragrance Brands
Her annual hardcover coffee table guide and companion directory are redefining how consumers discover and support Black-owned luxury beauty and fragrance Nationwide — Curator, author, and beauty industry tastemaker Karrin […]
Black Contractors Not Paid for Work on Obama's Presidential Library, Says President of National Association of African American Contractors
Nationwide — The Obama Presidential Center has opened its doors on Chicago’s South Side, but for some of the contractors who helped build the landmark project, the celebration is being […]
Founders of New Movement Launch What They Call the First Real Black Wall Street
New Platforms Solve the Less-Than-1% Crisis in Black Ownership Nationwide — The Black Financial Independence Movement (BFIM) is issuing a national wake-up call — and unveiling the first complete solution […]
Nurse Boss Summit Returns to Raleigh July 31 – August 1, 2026, Bringing Together Nurses, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Change-Makers from Across the Country
Nationwide — The highly anticipated Nurse Boss Summit 2026 is returning to Raleigh, North Carolina, on July 31 – August 1, 2026, at the McKimmon Conference and Training Center, bringing […]
Meet the Black Woman Empowering Plus-Size Women With Her Journals and Coloring Books
Nationwide — Brittany Washington, founder and CEO of My Beautiful Fluff, is celebrating a decade of entrepreneurship, more than 100 in-person community events, and the continued growth of an award-winning […]
Young Black Couple Sentenced to 40 Years Each in Prison Over $30M Pandemic Pyramid Scheme
Nationwide — Marlon and LaShonda Moore, an African American couple from Frisco, Texas, received 40-year federal prison sentences for allegedly running a $30 million pandemic-era pyramid scheme. They were accused […]
Five Black Women Friends Help Turn Community-Backed Series into Social Media Success Without Paid Advertising
Independent filmmaker Tamieka Briscoe’s new vertical series, Separate Rooms, is approaching 100,000 organic Instagram views, secured dozens of Founding Members, and has already sparked plans for Season Two production in […]
Local Clinic Owned By Black Husband and Wife Team Expands to Help Clients Nationwide
Nationwide — When the story of La Lueur Health & Wellness was first publicized, the response was overwhelming. The feature reached more than 139,000 views, generated thousands of reactions, and […]
Black-Owned Workwear Company Invents World's First Homebuilding Sport
Revolutionary, Culturally Appropriate, and Inspiring Adaptation of Edutainment Sports. Now evermore expanding and developing its Membership League Club Model. Nationwide — National Homebuilders League® governs a new sport invented for […]
Investigations into Founder of Black-Owned Beauty Supply Institute Finally Concluded
Nationwide — Investigations conducted by attorney general offices in multiple states regarding Beauty Supply Institute, a company founded by African American Atlanta-based businessman Devin Robinson, have now concluded. The inquiries […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Create a Web Browser That Combines Culture, Commerce, and More
Nationwide — Aquarius Maximus, best known as a technology entrepreneur and the founder of Guapcoin, is making history again as the founder of EB (Everything Black), a new web browser […]
Black Woman Educator Launches College Success Guide to Help Students Navigate College
Her new guide offers practical support for first-generation, underrepresented, and college-bound students preparing for academic success Nationwide — Dr. Kortnee Burrell, an African American woman educator, retention expert, student success […]
Black Doctor Makes History, Opens First Regenerative Aesthetic Center Dedicated Exclusively to Skin of Color
Nationwide — Melanin Aesthetics & Laser Center™ (MALC), New York City’s first regenerative aesthetic and laser center exclusively dedicated to melanin-rich skin, is setting a new standard in dermatologic and […]
Founder of Black AI Think Tank Hosts 3rd Annual National Black AI Literacy Week™ Featuring 30+ AI Leaders and Innovators
This completely virtual, week-long event is bringing together educators, entrepreneurs, technologists, ethicists, builders, and community leaders to expand AI literacy, access, and opportunities. Nationwide — Stefan Youngblood, the Founder of […]
LL Cool J Joins Ben Crump’s DreamFi to Build Financial Literacy in Underserved Communities
Nationwide — DreamFi, the financial empowerment platform co-founded by renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, today announced that LL Cool J has partnered with the DreamFi family. The partnership brings […]
Founder Who Sold Over 700,000 Black History Flashcards Says Business May Soon Close
Nationwide — Freddie Taylor, the Founder and CEO of Urban Intellectuals, one of the most recognized independent Black history education companies in the world, says his company is now in […]
Meet the Black Woman Building Her Media Empire to Own Her Sound, Her Screen, and Her Story
Nationwide — Media tech entrepreneur Tina Redmond has officially launched TRACC Radio TV Studios in Los Angeles, California, a full digital media and technology production company offering app development, streaming […]
Atlanta Nonprofit Partners With Black-Owned Energy Company to Launch Certified Training for Installing Solar Panels
Nationwide — Black Sustainability, Inc. (BSI) has partnered with Ayika Solutions Inc. and ReGen Community Advisory, Inc. — members of the Community Access to Sustainable Technology and Training (C.A.S.T.) collective, […]