Nationwide — JTI Coaching & Seminars is hosting the E3 Home Based Business Expo on September 30, 2017 at the Bethesda Marriott Pooks Hill in Bethesda, Maryland. The event is […]
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The Only Two Black-Owned Auto Dealerships That Have Ever Broken the $1 Billion Dollar Barrier
Owning an auto dealership is a big accomplishment in and of itself, but surpassing $1 billion dollars in sales is truly a milestone. In 2005, Michigan-based Prestige Automotive Group, founded […]
12-Year Old Entrepreneur Convinces Ten NFL Players to Invest $810K into Her Lemonade Business
Mikaila Ulmer was only 4-years old when she started branding her Bee Sweet Lemonade. Now she is 12-years old and has just convinced ten NFL players to invest $810K in […]
Tyler Perry to Split From Oprah's OWN -- Signs Major TV/Film Deal With Viacom and BET
Writer, director, producer, playwright and actor Tyler Perry has recently signed a long-term deal with Viacom that is certain to make the media conglomerate a strong and very competitive network […]
Meet the Mother and Two Daughters Who Own 13 McDonald’s Franchises
Patricia Williams and her daughter, Nicole Enearu and Kerri Harper-Howie, have built an empire of McDonald’s franchises in the Los Angeles area. Combined, they employ more than 700 people in […]
African-American Businesses Need to See Clearly
Staying focused on profitability helps the community By Karen Williams Nationwide — I was invited to do a presentation on marketing strategy to a group of African-American entrepreneurs last month. […]
It's Time For This Black Entrepreneur's Product to be Implemented into Every Elementary School Across the Country
— Dyke Robinson M.Ed., creator of Digibots Classroom Adventures Series says, “It is time for the Digibots Classroom Adventures Program to be implemented in every (K-3rd) grade classroom in America.” […]
Black Couple Debuts Their New Burger Line on QVC
— Husband & wife team, known for their burger products, introduces innovative microwavable cheeseburgers on national television — Charleston, SC — Chevalo & Monique Wilsondebriano, owners of Charleston Gourmet Burger […]
Program Offering $40K in Funding to Black-Owned Tech Startups in Maryland
A new program called Minority Business Pre-Seed Fund (MBPF) is promising to make investments of up to $40,000 to qualifying tech start-ups owned by African American entrepreneurs. The funding, provided […]
Black Mom Makes $1 Million in First 60 Days By Starting This Business
Ramona Griggie grew up in Section 8 housing in St. Croix, and later moved to Atlanta, GA where she got married, had a child, and became a housewife. One day, […]
21-Year Old Black College Student to Launch Unique Food Truck Concept That Does More Than Just Sell Food
Columbus, OH — Sherron A. Stevens, a 21-year old African American college student, is launching a creative and unique food truck concept called Bondfire Grill that does more than just […]
Ray J Takes Off With His New E-Bike Company Called Raytroniks
Electronic biking has taken off on a whole new level, thanks to Ray J’s new E-Bike company, Raytroniks, which produces the Scoot-E-Bike. This two-wheeled electric bike has everything you need, […]
Black-Owned Construction Company Owned By Twin Brothers Now on Track to Make $4.5 Million This Year!
Twin brothers, Jonathan and Jarrett Logan, are the owners of Castle Black Construction in Memphis, Tennessee. One of few Black-owned construction companies in the country, they launched their company back […]
Woman Buys 100 Hats Then Decides to Buy the Whole Hat Factory For $100K
What do you do when you own 100 hats? You start your own hat business! That’s what Georgiette Morgan-Thomas did when she bought the S & S Hat Company in […]
First Black-Owned Mobile Hair Salon Opens Second Location in the Washington, DC Area
Oxon Hill, MD — Salon DeJuan has announced the opening of its 2nd De Glam Shoppe Mobile Hair Salon in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area at the physical salon location […]
Registered Nurse/ Entrepreneur's "Milky Mama" Product Line Has Helped 10,000+ Breastfeeding Moms Make More Breastmilk
— Specially formulated treats help breastfeeding moms produce more milk — Riverside, CA — Krystal Duhaney, a Registered Nurse, is taking the breastfeeding world by storm with her delicious lactation […]
This 7-Year Old Entrepreneur From Arkansas is Running Her Own Food Truck
Kyleigh McGee, a 7-year old African American girl from Little Rock, Arkansas is running and operating her very own food truck. The second grader told ABC News that she started […]
Black Family-Owned Restaurant Finds Success Serving Up Super Delicious BBQ Favorites
Who doesn’t love a good barbecue? The next time you’re in Baltimore, Maryland, be sure to check out this new Black-owned family restaurant. It’s called The BBQ and they serve […]
Woman Opens First Ever Black-Owned Grocery Store in Compton
36-year old Kia Patterson is the owner of the first ever Black-owned grocery story in Compton, California. She is an independent owner of a Grocery Outlet franchise, and the whole […]
Her First Novel Sold 8 Million Copies and is Available in 42 Languages -- How She Did It
Arundhati Roy is a political activist, human rights advocate, and a best-selling author. In 1997, she published a book entitled, The God of Small Things. Within months, it had sold […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Online Service to Help Car Buyers Find the Best Deals
CarMarshal.com brokers optimal car deals, and gives customers up to $3,000 in discounts Dallas, TX — Car buyers can expect the best value for their money when they use CarMarshal.com. […]
Meet the Mompreneur Revolutionizing the Baby Industry With Her Teething Mitten Invention
Brooklyn, NY — Mom inventor and co-founder of Darlyng & Co, Tara Darnley is still in celebratory mode after landing multiple deals nationwide with Babies “R” Us and several other international […]
African American Entrepreneur Creates Heart Detection Bracelet to Stave Off Heart Attack
Jemiah Battle, On A Mission To Raise Money For a Life Saving Heart Bracelet, Scores ‘Provisional Patent’ — Nearly 50% of African Americans Diagnosed with Cardiovascular Disease — Greenville, SC […]
These 2 Programs Help Low Income Mothers Triple Their Income With a Career in Technology
Low income mothers need all the help they can get when it comes to emerging themselves to high-wage careers in technology. Fortunately, there are non-profit programs that are reaching out […]
This Black-Owned Resort in Barbados Will Absolutely Blow Your Mind
It took six years for African American husband and wife entrepreneurs Michelle and Guy Jenkins to open their luxury resort in the Caribbean. Located on the west coast of Barbados, […]
Dr. Dennis Kimbro, Bestselling Author, Endorses the New Book, "Just Do Your Dream! A 7-Step Guide to Help You Do What You Always Wanted"
— Book Launch Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Merwin’s Wharf in Cleveland, Ohio — Cleveland, OH — Dr. Dennis Kimbro, best-selling author, has offered his endorsement of the new book […]
African-American Business Birthing Coach, Visionary & Entrepreneur, Launches ‘Bold’ - A Thought Leader Private Coaching Program™
— ‘Bold’ Aims to Get Professionals on Their Life Mission, Packaging and Monetizing Their Expertise, and Bringing Original Bodies of Work to Life — Nationwide — Business Birthing Coach, Visionary, […]
This Black Family-Owned Enterprise Owns 16 Fast Food Restaurants in Southern California
67-year old Reginald Webb started his career at McDonalds in 1973 and was manager and then regional vice-president for 12 years when the company offered him an opportunity to own […]
27-Year Old Black Entrepreneur Raises $7.2 Million in Just 3 Days
Atlanta-based Patientory, the company behind an advanced healthcare app, has raised $7.2 million in a very successful online crowdfunding campaign. The tech startup, founded by CEO and black entrepreneur, 27-year-old […]
Revolutionary Black News and Entertainment Portal Gives Black Business Owners a Free New Platform to Increase Their Online Visibility
Tallahassee, FL — The world of news and entertainment is about to witness another revolutionary channel as Newstoter comes on stream. The focus of this medium is to connect with […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Healthguv - A Global Social Media Platform For People Who Share the Same Health-Related Interests and Concerns
— Just a click away – Healthguv brings a diverse range of health related subjects and entities at a globally accessible platform that allows quick and efficient flow of information. […]
New Black-Owned Employment Portal Launches
Nationwide — CareerWebPages, LLC has announced the launch of its employment portal website that will allow the public to search for jobs.
Meet the Black Visionary Healthcare Leader Redefining Medical Coding in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Nationwide — Visionary author, healthcare consultant, and tech innovator Dr. Lanette Woods launches her latest book, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Shaping the Future: The New Era of Medical Coding. This pioneering […]
Meet the Black Husband and Wife Innovators Behind the World’s First Wine-Infused Gourmet Jam
Nationwide — Jam Vino, the world’s first wine-infused gourmet jam, is redefining the specialty food space with a product that blends Southern heritage, culinary innovation, and ownership. Founded by Dallas-based […]
Forbes Magazine Spotlights Black-Owned Law Firm for Defending Marginalized Communities
Nationwide — Forbes Magazine Global Edition has spotlighted Attorney Zulu Ali, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, and founder of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, recognizing his leadership […]
Introducing a New Black-Owned Apparel Line With Impactful and Controversial Messages
Nationwide — You may have seen the shirts during national news reports covering political protests, but did not know the name behind the designs. Ray Williams, the African American owner […]
Founder of Black-Owned Bakery Celebrated 30 Years in Business as an Approved NFL Super Bowl LX Supplier
Nationwide — Andrea Lacy, Luv’s Brownies®, the iconic Bay Area bakery behind the Original Heart-Shaped Brownie®, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with its biggest year yet — earning designation as […]
Black Family-Owned Non-Profit to Host Virtual Talk on Raising Money-Confident Kids
Nationwide — Kevon and Kim Chisolm, and their son, Kamari, the founders of Junior Wallstreeters, will host a virtual discussion titled Let’s Talk About Money: Children and Financial Literacy: A […]
Nike Accused of Discrimination Against White Employees, Faces Federal Investigation
Nationwide — Nike is under federal scrutiny after the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission accused the company of discriminating against white employees through its diversity policies. The agency is now asking a […]
Black Lawyer Announces 2026 Expansion Focused on Power, Intellectual Property, and Women's Strategic Leverage
Nationwide — Tiffany Michelle Simmons, known as The Plug’s Lawyer, is entering 2026 with a sharpened focus: transforming legal expertise into scalable intellectual property for women who already hold influence […]
Founder of Virginia’s First and Only Marketplace That Sells All Black-Owned Products Celebrates One Year in Business
A Story of Resistance, Reclamation, and Collective Economic Power in Norfolk Nationwide — In February 2025, Black on Black Market officially opened its doors in Norfolk, Virginia, marking a historic […]
Founder of Arise & Align Conference 2026 Invites High Achieving Women of Color to Reclaim Holistic Wealth
Nationwide — Prea Epps, Founder and CEO of Reframed Financial Coaching, proudly announces the inaugural Arise & Align Conference: Reclaiming Your Holistic Wealth, a transformative one-day experience designed for high-achieving […]
Black Woman Who Owns a Car Dealership Sues Bank That Wrongfully Accused Her of Fraud
Nationwide — Tianna Williams, the African American owner of Automo-Deals Inc. in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, says a bank’s fraud accusation derailed her fast-growing car dealership. She filed a lawsuit claiming […]
Black Hairstylist Gets 5 Years in Prison for Dragging Her Teen Client Who Refused to Pay
Nationwide — Jayla Cunningham, a 19-year-old African American hairstylist from Laurel, Maryland, was sentenced to five years in prison after dragging a 15-year-old client over a payment dispute. The incident, […]
From Super Bowl to Startup: How One of 300,000 Laid-Off Black Women Built the AI Platform She Wished Existed
After managing brand activations at Super Bowl, Coachella, and F1, Shacole Hamlett turned industry displacement into innovation—building PlanBrite from Tulsa, where Black Wall Street’s tech legacy is being reclaimed. Nationwide […]
Black Woman-Led Company Launches Virtual Transformative Leadership Summer Program for High School Students
Nationwide — CTM Consulting Group, led by leadership expert Nadidah Coveney, announces the 2026 Virtual Transformative Leadership Summer Program, a two-week, co-ed experience for students in grades 9 and 10. […]
Black Woman AI Agency Founder Releases New Book on AI Readiness Before Adoption
AI Without the Overwhelm introduces a readiness-first framework that helps leaders navigate AI in high-stakes environments; available on Amazon January 28th Nationwide — As organizations across healthcare, finance, and government […]
Meet the 22-Year-Old Harvard Dropout Who Raised $6.6M for Smart Glasses
Nationwide — Caine Ardayfio, a 22-year-old African American tech entrepreneur, dropped out of Harvard to launch Mira, a startup making AI-powered smart glasses. The startup raised $6.6 million and aims to […]
She Arrived in the U.S. from Zimbabwe With $400 and a Suitcase, But Now Owns a Fashion Brand That Redefines Confidence for Women
Nationwide — Chipo Hwami arrived in the United States from Zimbabwe with $400, one suitcase, and an unshakable belief that her life could evolve beyond survival. What followed was not […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Streaming Network for Independent Artists
Nationwide — Alonzo Brock, Founder and CEO of Kingscastle Ent LLC, is proud to announce the official launch of KCETV, a bold new streaming network designed to amplify independent voices […]
Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Who Owns 3 Therapy Practices Across the Country
Nationwide — Entrepreneur, licensed therapist, nurse, and mental health advocate Jalinia Logan, MSW, LCSW-CCATP, is transforming access to mental health care through Growth & Guidance Counseling, a multi-state private therapy […]
HBCU Grad Turned Award-Winning Author Recognized as Global Film Festival Winner for Best Inspirational Short Film
Nationwide — Dr. Juan P. Chisholm, an HBCU graduate and award-winning author of Mission Possible: How to Graduate from College Debt-Free, has been recognized with a Best Inspirational Short Film […]
Alabama’s First Black Woman-Founded College Expands With New High School Division for Neurodiverse and Non-Traditional Students
Nationwide — Shakea Miller, the first African American woman to found a privately owned, degree-granting college in the state of Alabama, 1 on 1 Technical & Theological College, has announced […]
Black Woman Launches Contemporary Fashion Line for Women Sizes Small to 3XL
Nationwide — Erinn Dumas, CEO and Creative Director of e.Laniese, has launched her inaugural contemporary women’s clothing line, where each piece is available in sizes small to 3XL, and the […]
Stock Market Expert and Top Speaker to Teach “How to Create Income Outside of a Job” at Wealth-Building Event in the D.C. Metro Area
Nationwide — With economic uncertainty, layoffs, and rising living costs impacting millions of Americans, a powerful live financial education event is coming to the Washington, D.C. Metro Area to address […]
Black Entrepreneurs Create 10-Inch Kappa Alpha Psi Collectible Figure That Pays Tribute to Black Greek Enthusiasts Worldwide
Nationwide — Just in time for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.’s 115th Founders Day on January 5th, Kappa brothers David Campbell and Kevin Hood are offering Divine Nine supporters $35 […]
This Black Woman-Owned Olive Oil Brand Now Has 4 Locations in Atlanta and Continues to Defy the Odds
Nationwide — At a time when small retailers across the country are fighting to stay afloat, two Atlanta women are quietly building a culinary brand that’s capturing national attention. Malatrice […]
Black Leadership Coach Launches Nonprofit Financial Literacy Movement in Underserved Communities Nationwide
Nationwide — Tonya Fairley, Founder and CEO of MoneyUnmuted Inc., proudly announces its official approval as a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, marking a transformational step toward its mission to empower […]
Keynote Speakers and Early Bird Registration Announced for the Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
Nationwide — The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has opened registration for the sixth annual Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit, presented by Chase Bank. The 2026 event will feature […]
Final Conference to Provide 300,000+ Black Women With Advanced Business Strategy and Skill Development
Nationwide — Global Power Tour, the global business and leadership conference founded by Kristi Muhammad, will reach its 30th and final city in Houston on January 10 to 11. The […]
Black-Owned Luxury Handbag Brand Debuts on Nordstrom Online, Marketing a New Ear of Luxury Access
Nationwide — VIE LORIE, a Black-owned luxury handbag brand defining a new lexicon of modern elegance, has announced its highly anticipated launch on Nordstrom’s online platform. The partnership introduces a […]
Black Entrepreneur Known as “The Tax Docta” Honored for 17 Years of Community Service
Nationwide — Dr. Shawanda S. Moore, known as The Tax Docta, proudly celebrates her 17th year of dedicated community service. Having overcome homelessness and the challenges of living on a […]
Meet the Black Publishing Coach Empowering Authors to Turn Their Books Into Real Money
Nationwide — Vanessa Collins spent sixteen years watching the same heartbreaking pattern repeat itself. Authors would pour everything into their manuscripts, celebrate their book launch, then sit back waiting for […]
Black-Owned Brand Makes History With Its Signature Hibiscus Mead
Nationwide — Zydeco Meadery, is shining a spotlight this winter season on Carnival Rose, its signature hibiscus mead inspired by the beloved Caribbean and Latin American Christmas drink known as […]