Nationwide — Run or Stay is the hilariously relatable online dating site that is changing the perception of the online dating industry. RunOrStay.com was created for people who realize “perfect […]
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Innovative Black Entrepreneur Launches Toddler Walking Shoes With Better Foot Support and Comfort
Nationwide — Most people refer to Yolandra Rodgers as the Baby Shoe Lady, consequently, she is the brains behind the successful baby shoe store at TippyTotShoes.com, You heard it right […]
Black Woman Tech Entrepreneur Ready To Democratize Social Health Empowerment With First Health, Fitness and 360° Well-Being App For Women
Tam Williams, founder of the company, She’s It, says it’s like having up to 10 apps integrated all in one. Philadelphia, PA — West Chester, PA based Lifestyle Technology & […]
City of San Francisco Falsely Accuses Successful African American Real Estate Investor, Anne Kihagi, and Charges Her $2.5 Million
San Francisco, CA — Is cultural lynching still at work in utopic San Francisco? The City of San Francisco has waged a race war against Anna Kihagi, a successful African […]
Attorney Zulu Ali Named Top 10 Immigration Lawyer and Criminal Lawyer by Attorney and Practice Magazine
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali of the Law Offices of Zulu Ali in Riverside, California has been named Top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyer and Immigration Lawyer in the state of […]
Meet the 3 Black Women Who Designed Lebron James’ New Nike Shoes
The first LeBron signature shoe to be reimagined by female designers has been born. Three African American designers – Kimberly Goldson, Felisha Noel, and Undra Celeste Duncan – were selected […]
Personal Transformation Guru, Lisa Nichols, to Speak at Dudley’s Educational & Motivational Symposium
Lisa Nichols will electrify attendees at Dudley’s EMS with her message of empowerment and transformation. She’s the speaker for the event that will take place on Saturday, Sept. 22 at […]
Black Inventor Launches Innovative Fire Extinguisher That Works Without Toxic Chemicals
With the addition of original “Shark” Kevin Harrington to the company’s board of advisors, the new and improved Knockout 360 Fire Extinguisher helps users stop small fires with no toxic […]
Black Entrepreneur Launching New Streaming Platform to Showcase Independent Black Productions
X On Demand Seeks to Change the Game for Black Filmmakers and Content Creators New York, NY — With the ease of access to film and television shows online and streaming […]
This Black Entrepreneur Was Just Voted to Develop the Curriculum For 400,000 National Members of the Freelancers Union
— 12-year freelance entrepreneur, Melony Hill, voted one of four on newly formed National Executive Committee of the Freelancers Union — Baltimore, MD — Just six months ago, Baltimore-based author, […]
Racial Profiling Incident Leads to More Business For Black Entrepreneur Selling $8 Gourmet Lemonade
Gourmonade, a new Black-owned artisanal lemonade stand in San Francisco, has been viral for two unlikely reasons: its relatively high prices ($8 for a 16-ounce bottle) and an alleged racially-charged […]
12 Minority Experts Selected for the Branding Accelerator Program as the First Cohort
11 African Americans and one Filipino American were selected from the 189 applications that were reviewed over two months for the branding and media-focused initiative, which is a new 12-week […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Online Service Selling 100% Human Hair -- A Multibillion Dollar Industry!
Washington, DC — Jada Cummings, founder and CEO of Self-Glamour, is excited to announce her company’s new website at SelfGlamourLLC.com – offering 100% double-stitched human hair, mink lashes, and edge control. […]
The Genius of Black Women and Girls to be Celebrated at the 2018 Empowering Designing Women Annual Event
Without unity, there is no empowerment Atlanta, GA — On The Spot Edutainment Corporation with their sponsors, We Rise Media and Kingdom Women Rock, will host the 2018 Empowering Designing […]
Atlanta's Biggest Gathering For Black Authors Promises to Deliver
African American authors and editors with over 30+ years of experience in the industry to share their writing, editing, and marketing secrets at the upcoming Red Ink Conference in Atlanta. […]
Black Reporter Fired For Sharing Story About White Privilege
Kansas City, MO — Lisa Benson, a reporter who shared a story about white privilege on her personal Facebook account, has been fired after some of her co-workers took offense […]
Job Openings at the Obama Foundation -- Barack and Michelle Obama Are Hiring!
Several paid job positions are available working for the Obama foundation in Chicago, New York City, and Washington, DC in the categories of development, digital, finance, people human assets management, […]
Celebrity Tax Advisor Jayson Thornton Wins Near $1 Million IRS Appeal Case
Black-owned accounting firm, Thornton Tax, specializes in tax preparation and IRS tax debt settlements for the sports and entertainment industries. St. Louis, MO — Celebrity tax advisor Jayson Thornton, founder of […]
A Woman on a Mission to Host the First Ever Photography Conference For Black Photographers
Nationwide — Tomayia Colvin Education (TCE), an online education platform for photographers, that features speakers of color and celebrates diversity is hosting its inaugural photography conference called The Cookout. The Cookout […]
Black Entrepreneurs Launch First Ever Blockchain-Cryptocurrency Health Tech Company in the Country
Teledactyl Blockchain LLC, founded by Alan E. Bottorff and Dr. Seth Crapp, recently launched their health tech company & ICO at the 2018 National Medical Association Convention attended by hundreds […]
Interactive Business Pitch Weekend to Bring Funding Opportunities to Underfunded African American Entrepreneurs
The Interactive Business Pitch Weekend, produced by entrepreneur Ella Rucker, will be held on Feb 16th and 17th in Washington DC, and will be a collaboration of seasoned, experienced and […]
Black Woman-Owned Startup Launches Innovative Product to Keep Your Hair "Natural, But Not Nappy"
Los Angeles, CA — Alashee Naturals, a Black woman-owned startup brand that produces innovative natural hair care products, is pleased to announce the launch of the Natural, But Not Nappy Alashee Good […]
Meet the Black Entrepreneur Whose Ground-Breaking Technology is Helping Chevron and Other Fortune 500 Companies
Kristopher Francisco, the CEO of Evolute, is charting a new path in cloud computing as a young, African American male in Silicon Valley Mountain View, CA — Kristopher Francisco, the […]
Meet the Black CEO of Carnival Cruises -- Who in 5 Years Has Doubled the Company's Worth to $48 Billion... and Made History in Cuba!
Arnold Donald, a 64-year old African-American businessman, is the CEO of Carnival Cruise Line, the world’s current largest and most popular cruise company. For the past 5 years, he has […]
Black Family-Owned Business Celebrates Getting Their Fish Fry Products into 2,500+ Grocery Stores -- Within Just 3 Years!
Atlanta, GA — Atlanta-based Joe’s Gourmet, a food-products company has embarked on a national expansion following its appearances on ABC’s Shark Tank and Good Morning America. The family-owned business was […]
Meet the 26-Year Old Black Woman Who Owns Her Own Accredited International College
Caroline Esinam Adzogble, a 26-year old Black woman, is already a successful entrepreneur, educationist, business coach, diversity maverick, and an advocate for women and girls in technology. In 2016 at […]
New Partnership to Take One of the Fastest Growing Black Woman-Owned Consulting Firms to the Next Level
Nationwide — Angela Moody and Lavern Chatman have been friends for over 10 years. They met when Lavern was Chairing the Annual Gala for the Northern Virginia Urban League and […]
Black Entrepreneur Takes College Care Packages to the Next Level With a New Freshman Fun Box
Aventura, FL — While care packages are no stranger to the college market, Florida-based Freshman Fun Box is the first Black woman-owned care package and subscription box service specifically geared […]
African American Registered Nurse/ Entrepreneur Creates Online Nursing Program to Help More Students Pass the NCLEX Exam
The online course, called “Choosing Nursing,” offers cheat sheets and readiness assessments for NCLEX exam preparation. Atlanta, GA — Choosing Nursing, an online program that prepares nurses in the U.S. […]
New Book, "Not All Superheroes Wear Capes," Encourages Black Children to Pursue Careers in STEM
Coming soon to a book store near you. Dallas, TX — Melanin Origins, LLC announces the publication this summer of Not All Superheroes Wear Capes (available for pre-order on Amazon.com […]
Black Woman Publisher Releases New Book With 31 Professional Women Sharing Inspiring Stories in the "Women of Purpose" Anthology
Duncanville, TX — Everyday, people have walked the face of the earth holding dear to the question of why they exist. Higgins Publishing announces the release of the Women of […]
Meet the 26-Year Old Black Woman Who Owns Her Own Accredited International College
Caroline Esinam Adzogble, a 26-year old Black woman, is already a successful entrepreneur, educationist, business coach, diversity maverick, and an advocate for women and girls in technology. In 2016 at […]
Owner of Black-Owned Dessert Food Truck Launches 2026 Scholarship Program
Celebrating Five Years of Empowering Students Through Perseverance and Purpose Nationwide — As Andrea Lacy, the Founder and CEO of Luv’s Brownies approaches its 30th anniversary, the beloved Bay Area […]
Young Founders of Black-Owned School of Nails and Cosmetology to Host Community Event
Nationwide — Aaliyah Alicia Thompson, owner of the Aaliyah Alicia Thompson School of Nails and Cosmetology, along with sisters Aniah and Anijah Byrd, invites the community to a special event […]
Meet the Financial Therapist Helping Black Families Overcome Financial Trauma
Nationwide — In a striking convergence of life and work, award-winning financial therapist and Forbes columnist Rahkim Sabree announces the release of his new book, Overcoming Financial Trauma: How to […]
Meet the HBCU Grad Turned Nurse Empowering Frontline Healthcare Professionals to Thrive in Leadership
Nationwide — Kristen Pennamon, a proud Florida A&M University graduate, nurse, entrepreneur, and visionary, is leading a movement to help nurses, physical therapists, and varied healthcare professionals thrive beyond burnout. […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Human-Centered AI Platform to Help Nigerians and the Global African Community
Nationwide — Clement Joshua, a Nigerian entrepreneur who is the founder and CEO of 6Clement Joshua, the parent company of 6IXAI, has announced the public launch of 6AI inside 6ixapp.com, […]
Black Financial Expert Urges Americans Facing SNAP Benefit Cuts to Take Control
Nationwide — As millions of Americans face uncertainty over potential cuts to SNAP food benefits, Jayson Thornton, CFP, founder of Thornton Financial and host of the popular podcast Pocket Watching […]
11-Year-Old CEO's Black-Owned Doll Brand Makes Amazon's Toy Book for 5th Year in a Row
Nationwide — Orijin Bees, the award-winning brand co-founded by 11-year-old Esi Orijin, continues its streak of inclusion and representation with a feature in Amazon’s Toy Book for the Fifth Year […]
First Black Woman to Launch a Drone Academy in Texas Gives $1K Scholarship to Future Pilots
Nationwide — Steffanie Rivers, founder of TCB Drones Academy, made history as the first Black woman to register a drone academy in the state of Texas. Now, she’s paying it […]
HBCU Grad With 2 Degrees in Psychology Creates Dolls to Build Confidence in Black Girls
Nationwide — Shaneisha Dodson, an African American entrepreneur from Los Angeles, California, and an HBCU graduate with two degrees in Psychology, is also the founder of The Brilliant Girl Doll […]
Black Tax Industry Leader Launches Trainings to Help Tax Professionals Save Thousands in IRS Fines and Build Compliant Businesses
After Two Decades and Eight Audits Without Penalties, She’s Redefining What True Due Diligence Looks Like For Tax Pros. Nationwide — With 21 years in the tax industry and a […]
Meet the Black American Entrepreneur Who Owns a Luxury 4-Star Hotel in Ghana Near the "Door of No Return"
Nationwide — Mona Boyd, an African American woman who has called Ghana home for more than 30 years, is the owner of AnoMansa Beach Resort, located just 6 minutes from […]
Attorney Zulu Ali Recognized by Leading Legal Publication for Carrying the Spirit of Iconic Black Legal Pioneers
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali has been recognized by The Lawyer Herald as carrying the spirit of Iconic Black Legal Pioneers like Thurgood Marshall and Johnnie Cochran. The Lawyer Herald […]
Black Psychologist and Entrepreneur Overcomes Two-Time Battle with Breast Cancer
Nationwide — Dr. April T. Berry, a licensed psychologist, professor, and entrepreneur, was diagnosed in January 2023 with Stage II Breast Cancer. Most of 2023 was spent undergoing 6 rounds […]
Successful Black Entrepreneur and Stock Market Expert Teaching People How to Generate Income Outside of a Job
Nationwide — J.R. Fenwick, a successful African American entrepreneur, stock market expert, and CEO of FLip That Stock, is teaching everyday people how to generate income outside of a job […]
Black Cubicle Worker Able to Leave His Job after Learning To Trade Options, Now Teaching Others How To Trade and Change Their Financial Future
Nationwide — Eric Johnson, like millions of other people, was working a regular 9 to 5 job in a cubicle. Tired of the daily grind, he started looking for other […]
Newly Revised Book Asks Black Families, “What Could You Do With A Million Dollars?”
Nationwide — Get Rich While Black… without Being an Athlete, Entertainer or Drug Dealer (Revised Edition) by Chuck Starks, a newly revised book, is a must-read for anyone who aspires […]
Entrepreneur Empowers Black-Owned Businesses With New All-in-One Business Operating System
Nationwide — Kyle Amaker, Founder and CEO of Go Black Own, LLC, proudly announces the launch of GoBlackly OS, a groundbreaking business operating system designed to help Black-owned businesses grow, […]
Entrepreneur Launches Black-Owned Affordable Luxury Brand of Handbags and Jewelry
Her brand already known for its iconic handbags now introduces its first demi-fine jewelry piece, blending timeless design, accessibility, and empowerment for modern women. Nationwide — Meet Seneca Berniard Connor, […]
Woman Makes History as First Black Person to Lead Alabama Optometric Association in 120 Years
Nationwide — Dr. Valencia Robertson Wells has made history as the first Black President of the Alabama Optometric Association in its 120-year history — a groundbreaking achievement that cements her […]
First Trans Woman of Color Receives Honorary Doctorate in International Law and Legal Studies
Nationwide — Toni Newman, renowned author, human rights advocate, and social justice leader, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Azteca University for her outstanding contributions to the advancement of […]
Meet the Founder Helping Black Women Navigate Job Loss, Layoffs, and DEI Retraction
New online community offers support, strategy, and sisterhood for Black women navigating career transitions amid a rising unemployment rate and an increasingly unstable job market Nationwide — Career Love LLC […]
Meet the Black Woman Leading America's Largest Adult Wellness Movement to End Loneliness and Depression
Nationwide — In a society battling rising rates of loneliness, suicide, burnout, and racial inequity, one woman is leading a grassroots movement that’s reimagining wellness as a path to personal […]
New Collection of Black Wearable Art Pays Tribute to Black Culture, Tradition, and Fashion
Limited-edition designs arrive in velvet keepsake bags, blending heritage, artistry, and community connection. Nationwide — Heritage Pin Co., a Black-owned lifestyle brand, is bringing culture to life in a whole […]
From Homeless to Forbes: Black Entrepreneur Creates $200K Executive Transformation Program
Asa Leveaux’s Industry Icon Program Delivers Tangible Done-For-You Assets Including Bestselling Books, Trademarked Methodologies, and $4,500+ Speaking Fees—Not Just “Thought Leader Access” Nationwide — The grocery store parking lot was […]
Black Female Private Investigator Lands New Netflix Series, Celebrates 15 Years as the Owner of a Detective Agency
Nationwide — Breaking stereotypes in a male-dominated industry and redefining what it means to be a private investigator, Brianne Joseph, owner of the six-figure detective agency Sly Fox Investigations, is […]
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 […]