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African American Marketing Expert Velma Trayham Launches Small Business Program with a Mission to End Poverty Through Entrepreneurship
Step-by-step curriculum teaches the critical steps for getting a new business off the ground Atlanta, GA — As last month’s government shutdown left over 800,000 workers in the lurch, influencer […]
24-Year Old Entrepreneur Who Launched $5 Million Startup Opens Office in Downtown Montgomery, Alabama
Nationwide — There’s a new mobile service in town and they call Alabama home. Tesix Wireless, which launched just December 2018, hopes to attract millennial customers nationwide who are looking […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches the Nation's First Cloud-Based Credit Repair Software For Consumers
Quintel Sumrall, founder and CEO of Credit Dispute Cloud, is on a mission to empower African Americans to repair their credit and raise their scores… with no middlemen or hefty […]
Meet One of the First Black Women to Make History as an Air Traffic Controller
Atlanta, GA — Veteran Air Traffic Controller Priscilla Russell’s shocking and thought-provoking story will bring a new narrative to Black women’s fictional literature. Her book, In Control: On a Wing […]
Women Elevating Women Marks One-Year Anniversary on March 6th
Event Will Spotlight Crystal Khalil, the Highest Ranking Female Executive at Porsche Cars North America, in Recognition of International Women’s Day Hyattsville, MD — Recognizing the challenges women often face […]
16-Year Old Mogul Launches New Line of Chemical-Free Girls' Perfume -- With 100% Natural Ingredients!
Author, fashion designer, actress and now a perfume ambassador, teenage mogul Essynce Moore has now released her line of fragrances for girls (Generation Z). Formulated with 100% natural ingredients, the […]
Ford Fund Announces Inaugural HBC-You Mobility Challenge $25,000 Grant Opportunity
• The Ford HBC-You Mobility Challenge invites Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to submit innovative proposals on smart mobility • The winning proposal will receive a one-time grant of […]
#BlackBoyMagic: 10-Year Old Author Pens His Own Book Series for Kids
Voracious reader turned writer inspires people young and old with his love of books and writing Washington, DC — Great works are known to come in small packages, and the […]
The Story of the First Black Woman to Hold Two Patents for A Natural Hair Accessory is Told in Black History Month Documentary
Ceata Lash, inventor of the PuffCuff Hair Clamp, shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey in new mini-documentary launched at ThePuffCuff.com Marietta, GA — As we celebrate Black History Month, inventor of […]
The Largest Black-Owned Tech Firm Developing Smart Phones Is Now Giving Them Away For Free
The brand new Figgers Neptune smart phone is available for free in most areas across the country, but users do have to subscribe to a plan. Freddie Figgers, founder of […]
Aspiring and Bestselling Black Authors to Collaborate For One-of-a-Kind Conference in Charlotte
Charlotte, NC — Whether you’re an aspiring author with only a creative idea for a book, or you have 20+ books published and you’re ready to take it to the […]
Dr. Randal Pinkett Endorses the Next Level Small Business Plan Competition
New York, NY — Gibson Consulting & Solutions, LLC continues to build momentum for the Next Level Small Business Competition. Today it announced the endorsement of Dr. Randal Pinkett. Dr. […]
Kroger Supermarkets to Carry Black Family-Owned Food Product Line, Heritage Fare, in Over 1,000 Stores
Nationwide — From its sweet and savory seasonings to its hot and spicy sauces, Heritage Fare, Ltd. has created a line of convenience foods that capture traditional down-home African American […]
Meet Gibran Tariq, Author & CEO of a New and Thriving Black-Owned Publishing Company
Nationwide — For most of his life, Gibran Tariq was the guy most wannabee thugs wished they could be. Officially declared a “menace to society”, he was sentenced to 30 […]
Ms. Black Fit and Fine is the Cover Story of February Speakers Magazine
A True Reinvention Story, Dr. Geneva J. Williams, Speaks on How to Live a Vibrant Life Over 60 Detroit, MI — The February issue of Speakers Magazine is online and […]
Entrepreneur Who Just Opened Her 3rd Black-Owned Real Estate Company Within 5 Years to Become President of the NAREB
Tamairo Moutry, a very successful real estate broker/CEO has been appointed as the president of NAREB, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers – The Greater Milwaukee Chapter. Atlanta, GA […]
HBCU Alum Becomes First Black Woman in History to Chair the Maryland State Bar Association’s Tax Division
Baltimore, MD — Beverly L. Winstead, ESQ made history when she was appointed as Chair of the Tax Division for the Maryland State Bar Association — the first Black woman […]
University of the Virgin Islands Becomes First Four-Year HBCU to Offer Free Tuition
St. Thomas, VI — Through the Virgin Islands Higher Education Scholarship Program, or VIHESP, the University of the Virgin Islands has recently become the first HBCU (Historically Black College/ University) […]
Black Beverly Hills Apparel Brand is Being Sued by The Beverly Hills Hotel
Black Beverly Hills, a luxury street wear brand, is being sued by The Beverly Hills Hotel for trademark infringement. Los Angeles, CA — Black Beverly Hills is no stranger to […]
Black-Owned Businesses on a Path to Domination
Nationwide — There was a time several decades ago when the existence of even a single Black-owned business was enough to invoke feelings of pride and accomplishment that rang throughout […]
Black-Owned Jewelry Brand Gets Super Bowl Spotlight
Married to Medicine’s Dr. Jackie Walters & Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Wear Shannon Saint Clair Jewelry for Super Bowl Weekend Atlanta, GA — Bravo TV’s Married to Medicine star, […]
Black-Owned Mama Biscuit Scores Distribution With Walmart, Sam’s Club, Whole Foods, and More With 127-Year Old Recipe
Lesley Riley, CEO & Founder, Celebrates 4th Anniversary with March 17 Appearance on ‘In the Kitchen with David’ on QVC Washington, DC — Meet Lesley Riley, CEO of Mama Biscuit® […]
This Organization is Introducing One Million Black Professionals to the $3.1 Trillion Dollar Blockchain Industry
Helping find blockchain jobs, build blockchain businesses and gain wealth through blockchain Fairfax, VA — Black Blockchain Consultants are on a mission to introduce one million Black people to Blockchain […]
Founder of Black-Owned Juice Brand Honored by the Governor of Texas
J.I.V.E. Juice Founder, Tamala Austin, Honored at this year’s Texas State of the State Address Houston, TX — In his biennial State of the State address on Tuesday, Texas Governor […]
Black Women Talk Tech Seeks to Inspire and Connect Female Startups with Investors
The 2019 Roadmap to Billions Conference will feature $100,000 Pitch Competition New York, NY — Black women startup founders CAN create billion dollar companies! That is the belief of three […]
Trailblazing R&B Artists Who Changed the Music Industry
Nationwide — Our favorite modern-day artists would not be the big stars they are today without the support and inspiration from legendary artists from the past. That’s why we’ve compiled […]
Where African Americans Can Find the Most Six Figure Jobs in 2019
Nationwide — BlackJobs.com features the latest well-paying job opportunities for African American job seekers from companies who are dedicated to diversity recruiting and hiring. Ultimately, the web site’s goal is […]
HBCU Grad Turned Multi-Million Dollar Real Estate Investor Launches New Online Course
Will Moss is based in Columbus, Ohio, but he is known across the country as a real estate boss. He owns a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio and has closed […]
Liberty County Minority Chamber in Georgia Changes Its Name and Goes Coastal
Nationwide — CEO of the Liberty County Minority Chamber, Sabrina Newby, has announced that the organization has changed its name to the Coastal Georgia Minority Chamber to serve the Coastal […]
Free Webinar Teaches African Americans a Little-Known Strategy to Making Money From the Stock Market
Eric B. Johnson, founder of Cubicle Investing LLC, is hosting a webinar to teach beginners a bold new strategy for investing in the stock market that does not simply involve […]
Karen Taylor Bass’ Podcast is Undeniably Funny, Inspiring & Raw
A Must-Listen for Women 40+ Discovering their Chapter 2 2019 Lineup Includes Bridgett M. Davis, Lynnette Khalfani Cox, Dante Lee and Roxanne Shante New York, NY — “Upon first listening, […]
Meet the Financial Literacy Coach Helping Black and Brown Families Transform Their Money Mindset
Nationwide — Dr. Wendy G. Wilson, a Texas-based educator, businesswoman, and licensed financial professional, is working to help families start financial conversations earlier. As a Money Mindset & Accountability Coach […]
Black Leaders, Executives, and Innovators to Gather in Atlanta for Leadership Conference
Nationwide — PMCx Live 2026 will bring together project leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the country on April 23–24, 2026, at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) […]
Bestselling Author Releases New ABC Book for Black Children That Celebrates Culture, Community and Confidence
A new book by author B.M. Hardin invites young black readers to learn their letters while seeing their world, their culture, and their brilliance reflected on every page. Nationwide — […]
Black Woman Becomes a Doctor at the Hospital Where She Worked for Years as a Janitor
Nationwide — Shay Taylor, a 32-year-old African American woman from New Haven, Connecticut, once cleaned floors at Yale New Haven Hospital. Now, after years of schooling and hard work, she’s […]
Black Woman-Owned AI Workforce Platform Makes History, Selected for NVIDIA Inception Program
Nationwide — Ava C. Ivy, an African American technology entrepreneur, author, and workforce strategist, is rapidly emerging as a leading voice shaping the future of work in the age of […]
Black Woman Entertainer and Entrepreneur Celebrates Women's History Month with Launch of TRACC RADIO.TV STUDIOS
Nationwide — DJ, broadcaster, actress, producer, and media entrepreneur Tina Redmond, formerly known as DJ Chic Chick and now professionally recognized as TRACC THE DJ (TRACC) – Tina Redmond Always […]
Ohio Program Celebrates Helping 91 At-Risk Youth Find Jobs and Avoid Trouble
Nationwide — Robinson New Way Empowerment was created to mentor, teach, assist, and empower at-risk youth and young adults. Recently, the Cincinnati, Ohio-based organization reached a major milestone by successfully […]
Bay Area Founder Launches 24/7 Caregiver Support Line to Address Care Gap for Black Families
Nationwide — In Black families, caregiving is not a choice. It is a calling, a cultural expectation passed down through generations, and one of the most underserved responsibilities in America. […]
Mama Tina’s Gumbo Reopens at Houston Rodeo After Brief Shutdown by Health Dept
Nationwide — Mama Tina’s Gumbo was temporarily shut down at the Houston Rodeo, but it quickly reopened after passing a health inspection. Fans quickly returned, eager to try the Creole […]
Mississippi Native Dr. Corey Wiggins Named 15th President of Tougaloo College
Nationwide — The Tougaloo College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Corey Wiggins, a Mississippi native and nationally recognized public policy leader, as the 15th president of Tougaloo College, effective […]
Black Woman-Owned Network Awards $25K to Pitch Competition Winner from Sage Foundation
Nationwide — The BOSS Network, in partnership with Sage, has announced that Kaylenne Brown, founder of Plant-Based Eatz LLC, has been named the winner of the Pathways to Success Pitch […]
Notorious B.I.G.’s Daughter Launches Big Poppa's Steakhouse in Her Dad's Honor
Nationwide — T’yanna Wallace, the daughter of The Notorious B.I.G., is turning her father’s dream into reality with Big Poppa’s Steakhouse. She recently hosted a private tasting in Manhattan, celebrating […]
Entrepreneur Launches Free Hotline for Black Women Experiencing Hair Loss or Scalp Issues
Nationwide — Angela H. Brown, an African American hairstylist, entrepreneur, and veteran hair loss specialist with over 40 years of experience, has launched a free hotline for women struggling with […]
Black-Owned Construction Company Partners with Boxer Roy Jones Jr and Others to Launch Saving the Kids Initiative
Nationwide — Choates Family of Companies, a Black family-owned construction company, together with RJJ Saving the Kids and initiative partners Roy Jones Jr., Johnny Damon, Jackie Siegel, and Darrell Choates […]
Financial Advisor Breaks Down the Bankruptcy of Pinky Cole, Founder of Slutty Vegan
Nationwide — Jayson Thornton, CFP®, an award-winning Financial Advisor specializing in Tax & Wealth Planning, is also the host of the popular podcast and YouTube channel “Pocket Watching with JT,” […]
Black Owner of Dessert Food Truck Celebrates Women’s History Month and 30 Years in Business
Nationwide — Andrea Lacy, Founder and CEO of Luv’s Brownies®, the iconic Bay Area bakery behind the Original Heart-Shaped Brownie®, is celebrating Women’s History Month with major milestones that highlight […]
How a Black Female Podcast Host Broke into the Top 1% Globally — No Ads, No PR, Just Real Conversations
The show’s rapid rise reflects a shift toward realness in an era driven by optics and algorithms. Nationwide — In a digital world driven by optics and algorithms, authenticity is […]
Black Tech Founder Launches AI Platform to Help Entrepreneurs Build Sustainable, Scalable Businesses
Nationwide — As Black entrepreneurship continues to rise across the United States, many founders are building successful businesses without the systems needed to sustain long-term growth. Black tech founder Lakeisha […]
Queen Latifah and Taraji P. Henson to Produce Original Films for Lifetime
Nationwide — Lifetime has announced new partnerships with Queen Latifah and Taraji P. Henson, along with the network’s first microdrama project executive-produced by Taye Diggs. These moves expand Lifetime’s lineup […]
22-Year-Old Black Creator Launches AI-Powered Animated Series from His Laptop — Without Hollywood
Nationwide — While major studios debate how artificial intelligence will reshape Hollywood, 22-year-old Tierre Hummons has already built his own cinematic animated series called Synth City, which delivers studio-level quality […]
Founder to Host Free Workshop in Atlanta for Black Women in Honor of International Women’s Day
Her “Create Your Ideal Life” workshop will help Black women get unstuck, gain clarity, and build a roadmap for their next chapter Nationwide — In celebration of International Women’s Day, […]
Black Filmmaker Relaunches Her Production Company With a Bold Focus on Social Impact
Her company provides short-form video production for nonprofits, advocacy initiatives, and purpose-driven brands, combining cinematic storytelling with transparent pricing and collaborative production support for clients in New York City, Atlanta, […]
Black Chick-fil-A Franchise Owner Disrespected by Locksmith Who Didn't Believe She Was the Owner
Nationwide — Shelita Jaclyn, an African American franchise owner of a Chick-fil-A in Chesapeake, Virginia, went viral after a locksmith refused to recognize her authority and tried to speak only to […]
Walter Johnson AKA Unc Now Owns the "Tendernism" Trademark Thanks to a Black Attorney's Help
Nationwide — Walter Johnson, the man whose unforgettable phrase “Tendernism” took social media by storm, is now the official owner of the trademark thanks to a remarkable act of help […]
Black Entrepreneur Releases New Video Showing Others How He Created AI-Powered Musicians
Nationwide — Marcus Parker, an African American entrepreneur and motivator, has launched a new video, The Making of Rize Mode – Motivation Built, on how he transformed two decades of […]
Black Serial App Entrepreneur to Debut New Book by Mobilizing 1,000 Women-Led App Businesses in 30 Days
Nationwide — In celebration of the March 10th release of her new book, I Have an App Idea: The Essential Guide to Building an App Without Tech Skills, serial app […]
Phoenix to Host First Black Entrepreneur Week in Arizona this August: Building Power, Legacy, and Opportunity
Nationwide — In August 2026, Phoenix, America’s 5th largest city, will host a landmark event dedicated to celebrating, empowering, and investing in Black business leadership across the state. Arizona Black […]
Black Woman Therapist Defeats DoorDash in Federal Trademark Battle — Without a Lawyer
Dr. Ashley Bryant Took on a $70-Billion Tech Giant, Represented Herself, and Won Nationwide — Dr. Ashley Bryant had a simple idea: build a software platform to help therapists grow […]
Black Founder Launches Specialized Educational Consulting Services for Families Living Abroad
Nationwide — Dr. Doresa Jennings, Founder and CEO of Key Destiny Unlimited, a premier provider of educational consulting services, is proud to launch comprehensive packages designed specifically to help families […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Launches Service to Beat Up Men Who Abuse Women
Nationwide — Aleti Crystal, a content creator and entrepreneur from Uganda, runs a vigilante-style business that targets men accused of abusing women. She says her mission is to protect survivors […]
15-Year-Old Black CEO Launches the First Ultra-Soft Disposable Facial Towels for Kids with Sensitive Skin
Nationwide — MelanBrand Skin, the dermatologist-approved skincare brand co-founded by mother-son duo Patrice Chappelle and Bron Echols, has officially launched MelanVelvet, believed to be the first ultra-soft disposable facial towels […]
HBCU Grad Marks 9-Year Milestone as Owner of a Black-Owned Payroll Company
Nationwide — Bryon Jennings, Founder and CEO of Next Generation Payroll, is celebrating nine years of sustained growth while expanding his national footprint in the PEO services industry. His company […]