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Walmart Planning to Do More Business With Women Entrepreneurs
Women-owned businesses that have contracts with Walmart Retail giant Walmart is taking another big step forward to include more women-owned businesses in its sourcing, and this time they are being […]
Afrocentric Smart Phone Cases Combine Dashiki Prints and Traditional African Culture With Modern Technlogy
— Introducing Phonefit Collections – A Great Fit For Your Phone! — Lancaster, CA — A new fashion phone line called Phonefit Collections is excited to announce the launch of […]
Aspiring Music Producers Can Win $15K and Mentorship from Industry Expert DJ/ Producer Don Cannon
— The Craft Syndicate by Dutch Masters program is hosting their 2nd annual competition. searching for innovators and encouraging creative entrepreneurship. — Nationwide — Craft Syndicate by Dutch Masters wants to give […]
Will.i.am Scholarship Foundation Program Now Open -- Helping High School Students Attend College
The Will.i.am Scholarship Foundation is open to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college and pursue degrees in the STEM and arts fields. The scholarship covers all […]
Black Author, Speaker and Former City Councilwoman Releases New Book on the Art of Juggling
Southfield, MI — By all accounts, women have never been so empowered, or under more pressure. As Sylvia Jordan explains in her new book, The Art of Juggling: The Successful […]
12-Year Old Chef Tavia Wins $10K on Food Network Show
12-year old Tavia Isaac from Chester, Pennsylvania, had a big secret that she had to keep for four months. The secret was that she was chosen as the top winner […]
Commemorative Obama Bottled Water Celebrates the Legacy of the First African American to Have Served as President
— Perfect for collectors of American history memorabilia — Nationwide — Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States and the 1st African American to have served as President – […]
A College Dropout and a 4.0 College Grad Team Up to Create New App Called "Selfie Radar" That Fills in the Biggest Gap in Social Media
Nationwide — Jamal Wilson, a 25 year old from Palm Beach, Florida, had a vision to change the technology world in the biggest way possible. He dropped out of college […]
The Black Economic Challenge -- $20 a Month Can Solve the Problems in the Black Community
Nationwide — Terrance Amen, founder and CEO of 3ufirst.com, asks, “Does the Black community really want to solve its problems?” He continues, “We’re not working together enough to really solve […]
CEO Celebrates 17 Years of Ties to the Detroit Community
— Alison Vaughn, Founder of Jackets for Jobs, Inc, is Ms. Goal Digger and declares that Success is Sexy! Her book shows readers how to set goals, have a millionaire […]
Black-Owned Magazine Publisher Celebrates Her 2nd Year of Publishing -- Catering to the Textured, Natural, Curly Hair Market
A.Turner Publishing is a Las Vegas, Nevada based Black-owned magazine publishing company, founded by entrepreneur and native New Yorker, Angela Turner. The company publishes Curls, Twists, Coils, & Kinks Magazine […]
Speaker Meiyoko Taylor to Release New Book, "Find Your Amazing! 5 Steps To Transforming Your Life"
— Author, speaker and personal development leader offers action-based approach to maximizing your potential — Cherry Hill, NJ — Author, speaker, and personal development leader Meiyoko Taylor will release his […]
This Black-Owned Tech Company Signed Up 2 Million Customers in Less Than 2 Months
A Black-owned tech company in Kenya, Integrated Payment Services Limited (IPSL), has recently launched a new money transfer service called PesaLink that has grown tremendously in just a short period […]
Black-Owned Potato Chip Brand Takes Off -- Sells About 12,000 Bags a Month!
Pascal Murasira is co-founder of Minnaz Potato Chips, the first producer of potato chips in Rwanda. The company started in 2014 and now sells about 12,000 bags of potato chips […]
From NFL To Neurosurgeon: Former Football Player Will Soon Be a Doctor
When Myron Rolle started his football career in the NFL, sports was not his ultimate goal. He has always wanted to be a doctor, and now he has his chance. […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Madagascar's First Ever Pizza Joint -- Now the Country's Largest Fast Food Restaurant Chain
La Gastronomie Pizza is Madagascar’s first ever pizza joint. Now it is also the country’s largest fast food outlet. Owner Chef Mbinina worked hard to build his brand in a […]
Online Store Sees Surge of African Pride in the Age of Trump
Nationwide — Roberta Holmes, entrepreneur and founder of TheMotherland.online, was a bit surprised about the surge she saw in website traffic after the election of Donald Trump. Her online store […]
Work For Wendy -- "The Wendy Williams Show" Is Hiring Interns for the Spring, Summer, and Fall
New York, NY — The highly popular Wendy Williams Show is looking for qualified, organized and professional interns in the New York City area who want to gain experience in […]
Black-Owned 24-Hour Donut Cafe Shaking Up the Industry -- But Why Donuts?
Edose Ohen, a Nigerian-American entrepreneur from Houston, Texas, has been shaking up the pastry industry ever since he opened Glazed The Doughnut Cafe – the area’s first Black-owned 24 hour […]
Black Techie Develops New Innovative App That Allows Users to Connect to Friends and Associates in a Unique Way
Atlanta, GA — Atlanta-based startup Ximzee, a tech company founded by entrepreneur Aleeta Bell, announces the pre-launch of Pluhg – an innovative mobile app that allows its users to connect […]
From War Refugee to Successful Entrepreneur -- African Business Woman Creates New Chemical-Free Premium Haircare Product Line
Lisbon, Portugal — Meaning ‘heart’ in Kimbundu, an Angolan language, Muxima is a line of products for textured hair. Made with love and using a combination of the world’s finest […]
Started out as a Makeup Artist, and Then Launched Her Own Makeup Line Now Worth $1 Million
Suzie Beauty was created by entrepreneur Suzie Wokabi, a US-trained makeup artist who runs her business in Kenya and initially found it hard to source quality makeup for her work. […]
Author/ Wealth Coach Teaching Others How to Live Like a Millionaire on Any Budget -- Says, "Financial Success is Not a Gift; It's a Habit"
— Teacherpreneur/ Money Magnet Timolin Langin’s holistic approach to wealth building underscores her workshops, her blogs, and her writings as the author of “Mind Over Money, How to Live like […]
Innovative Company Releases New Line of Afro-Futuristic Hair Styling Products
Oakland, CA — Carbon-AR is a Black-owned product and media creator in Oakland, California that creates Afro-Futuristic Styling Combs. They are quickly expanding into becoming a producer of culturally relevant […]
Black College Student Finds Sweet Success Selling Dessert-Like Candles
Dominique Shawn Norwood from South Orange-Maplewood, New Jersey, is a college student at William Paterson University, but she is also the CEO and Founder of Dom’s Dessert Candles. Her company […]
Local Black-Owned Educational Game Company Bridging the Gap One Child at a Time
Lexington, SC — Locally owned educational game company, Magnobrain, has announced the successful distribution of over 750 sets of their educational games to youth organizations in Miami Dade and Broward […]
Black-Owned Couture Bridal Wear Brand Develops Huge Following -- Helping Women Say "I Do"
Every bride wants to look amazing on her wedding day, and it takes a special designer to make every bride beautiful, no matter what their size. One fashion designer is […]
Once Struggling Black-Owned Doll Company Now Sells About 9,000 "Queens" and "Princesses" a Month
Queens of Africa is Nigeria’s first major line of fashion dolls created by local entrepreneur, Taofick Okoya. The company is so successful that they sell around 9,000 dolls each month.
Welfare Mom Is Bringing Generational Wealth To Black Entrepreneurs
New York, NY — Ella Rucker knows what it is like to look out on a future without any wealth. “A ten percent raise on zero dollars over fifty years […]
21-Year Old Kenyan Entrepreneur Launches Safi Pads - Affordable Reusable Sanitary Pads For Low Income Women
In 2013, 21-year-old Kenyan entrepreneur Barclay Paul Okari noticed problems caused by the unavailability of sanitary pads for teenage girls in the rural settlements of Western Kenya, Eastern Uganda and […]
Black Wealth Coach Shares 31 Days of Money, Wealth and Abundance Affirmations in Her New Book "Attracting the Best"
— “Attracting the Best” by Dr. Cozette M. White gives readers positive affirmations for reprogramming the mind. — Oxnard, CA — Dr. Cozette M. White, announced today that she is […]
White Police Officer Acquitted in Death of Pregnant Black Mom Accused of Shoplifting
Nationwide — A 21-year-old pregnant African American mother from Ohio, Ta’Kiya Young, lost her life during a confrontation with police in a supermarket parking lot, and the officer who fired […]
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 […]