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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 […]
11-Year Old Becomes Youngest Female Rapper to Get Empire Record Deal
Atlanta, GA — Alyana High, an 11-year old girl most popularly known as ‘Lay Lay,’ became the youngest female rapper to sign with a major record label. She announced the […]
Black-Owned Gourmet Burger Company Releases New Line of Turkey Burgers -- Perfect For People Who Don't Eat Red Meat!
The family-owned burger brand has also been named “Juiciest Hamburger in the Country” by Better Homes and Gardens magazine Charleston, SC — Chevalo & Monique Wilsondebriano and their children recently […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches "Millionaire Mentorship Show" Podcast That Changes Lives
Nationwide — Ladies and gentleman, life is a series of events that creates memories which increase the value of happiness, success and wealth we experience. Today, you are meeting a […]
Black Entrepreneurial Couple to Teach New "Couples in Business" Webinar
Nationwide — The Couples In Business™ Webinar, created by business and finance coaches Randy & Renee Hughes, is a game changer for couples who are entrepreneurs. Even if only one […]
Top 11 Black-to-School Scholarships For African American Students in 2018/ 2019
Nationwide — Back to school season is here, and thousands of high school graduates will be starting college this fall. All students typically need some form of financial aid, but […]
Magic Johnson to Invest in the City of Baltimore to Create More Jobs and Economic Growth
Former NBA star Earvin “Magic” Johnson continues to make a name for himself in the business world. Not only does he aim to make his investments grow, but most importantly, […]
The First Black-Owned Vocational Training School in the Country Will be Auctioned Off on August 29th
The Tangipahoa Parish desegregation lawsuit, filed over 51 years ago in the federal courts in New Orleans, has still not been resolved. Nationwide — In 1911, the first Black training […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Earn a Ph.D. Degree in Nuclear Engineering From MIT
Cambridge, MA — In the field of STEM where African-American women are still underrepresented, Mareena Robinson Snowden became the first American-born woman of color to earn a Ph.D. in nuclear […]
American Legacy Network Corp Launches African-American Streaming Service
New Streaming Service Offers Access to Classic Black Films, Documentaries and Original Programming Celebrating Black History and Culture Mount Vernon, NY — Rodney J. Reynolds, Founder of American Legacy Network […]
Creator of Unique Black Hair Care Product Wins Major Distribution Deal With Sally Beauty to End Natural Hair Woes
The PuffCuff Hair Clamp for curly and kinky hair textures is the recipient of the Sally Beauty President’s Innovation Award Marietta, GA — Congratulations are in order for PuffCuff inventor […]
Top African American Speakers to Be Honored at NYC Event Hosted By Dr. Stacie NC Grant
Speakers Magazine will interview the honorees at the Legacy Gala in Manhattan at the famed Marriott Marquis New York, NY — Faith, destiny and purpose are the key pillars of […]
This Family Owns the First Ever Black-Owned Furniture Brokerage -- With Access to $200 Million in Factory Direct High-End Custom Furniture!
Houston, TX — Texas Wholesale Furniture Co., based in Houston, Texas, is owned and operated by Prairie View A&M Alum, husband and wife team, Brandon and Naima Townsend. Their company […]
Adult Coloring Book Highlights the Beauty of Black Female Entrepreneurs
Makes History as the First Book of It’s Kind! Raleigh, NC — North Carolina mover and shaker Latoya Nicole is a mental health professional, entrepreneur, and the brains behind 24 […]
Back to School -- Are Your Children Ready? Youth Camp to Teach Principles of Success and How to "Be Someone"
By Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson, Founder of Be Someone Nationwide — In less than a month, area schools will end the summer break and welcome students back to their new classrooms. […]
National Two-Part Book Series Challenges America’s Wealth Gap with a Transformational Blueprint for African Americans
From Sacramento to Washington, D.C., Dr. Anita R. Johnson and Steven E. LaBroi deliver a powerful, dual-framework approach to reshaping financial behavior and building generational wealth. Nationwide — In a […]
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 […]