Nationwide — 42 Days Coffee is redefining what it means to enjoy a great cup of coffee—blending premium organic quality with a mission to support maternal health and fair trade […]
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Publisher of Black Women's Magazine Celebrates 20 Years, Pays Tribute to Dr. Iyanla Vanzant
Nationwide — Dr. Audrey Muhammad, Founder and Publisher of Virtue Today Magazine, a publication that empowers Black women worldwide, is celebrating 20 years of publication this year. Launched in 2004 […]
Black Mother-Son Partner to Launch Vegan Scalp and Hair Solution
Nationwide — MelanBrand Skin, the groundbreaking skincare brand founded by Patrice Chappelle and her 14-year-old son, Bron Echols, has introduced a new product to the market: MelanGrow Scalp & Hair […]
Free Zoom Webinar to Educate, Empower First-Time African American Homebuyers
Nationwide — African American families looking to achieve homeownership — whether as a primary residence or an investment property — are invited to attend an exclusive online First-Time Homebuyer Webinar […]
Beija Flor Travel Inc., a Newly Launched Black-Owned Birding Tour Company Takes Off
Nationwide — Beija Flor Travel, Inc., a Black-owned tour company, is redefining the birding industry with the launch of multi-day tours designed specifically with beginner, casual, and enthusiastic African American […]
Atlanta Black Expo to Attract Thousands of Black Entrepreneurs and Community Supporters
Nationwide — This year’s Atlanta Black Expo will take place this weekend on February 22-23, 2025, at The Georgia World Congress Center located in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The […]
Family of Black Lawyers Create Revolutionary Board Game to Combat Mass Incarceration Through Legal Education
Nationwide — After witnessing the devastation of countless families due to unintentional severe legal violations, Attorneys Eartha and Lonnie Johnson, along with their adult attorney children decided to do something […]
Former Black Teen Mom Now Owns an Executive Coaching Firm That Helps Black Professionals Build Their Careers
Nationwide — Many Black professionals are navigating a job market that often undervalues their potential, limits their opportunities, and overlooks their leadership abilities. Lametra Off, founder of LBO Career Coaching […]
Black Entrepreneur, Founder of Soul Food Starters, Launches Program to Help Black Non-Profits Raise Funds For Their Cause
Nationwide — As major retailers and funding programs scale back or abandon their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Chef Claude Booker, Founder and CEO of Soul Food Starters, is […]
Meet the Founder of the Newest Black-Owned Organic Kenyan Coffee Brand
Nationwide — David Jones is the Founder and CEO of Nairobi Harvest Coffee, a Black-owned social impact brand dedicated to providing organic Kenyan coffee while supporting education, food security, and […]
Black Entrepreneurs in Alaska Host Historic 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo
Nationwide — This year’s 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo was the largest gathering of Black-owned businesses and supporters in the state of Alaska. It was attended by thousands and […]
Celebrity Dentist Dr. Catrise Austin and Boxing Legend Claressa Shields Reflect on Global Success on "Let’s Talk Smiles" Podcast
Nationwide — Two of Flint, Michigan’s most inspiring figures — celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Catrise Austin and two-time Olympic gold medalist and undisputed world boxing champion Claressa Shields—come together for […]
Black Teen Awarded $1.3M in Scholarships and Accepted into 21 Colleges Launches New Platform For Caregivers
Nationwide — What happens when a child becomes the caregiver? For Omarion Calloway, it meant a childhood redefined by sacrifice and strength. It meant carrying burdens heavy enough to break […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Ensures No One Forgets: "February is Still Black History Month"
Nationwide — While some institutions and government entities continue to debate how Black history should be recognized, entrepreneur Jen Jasper is making it clear: February is STILL Black History Month.
The African American Challenge to Using AI and Social Media to Close the Digital Divide
By Stafford L. Battle Nationwide — On February 1, 1995, thirty years ago, two middle-aged African-American entrepreneurs bumped against a Digital Divide that segregated Black people from modern technology. They […]
Second Keynote Announced for Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit
Nationwide — The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced Kely Nascimento as the second keynote speaker for the Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit, […]
At 28 Years Old, She Became Nigeria's First Female Boeing 787 Pilot
Nationwide — Captain Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo made history in 2018 as the first Nigerian woman to pilot a Boeing 787 Dreamliner for Qatar Airways. At just 28 years old, she […]
Hip-Hop Icon Rakim Enters Fintech Space as a Founder of Notes Technology
Nationwide — Rakim, widely regarded as one of the greatest emcees of all time, is breaking new ground with Notes. This innovative financial technology and AI-powered platform merges ‘music, money, […]
Retired Black Federal Cop Starts Financial Coaching Business
Nationwide — Meet Kurt Alexander, a retired African American federal police officer, who is now the Founder and CEO of Financial Revelation, LLC, a Metro Washington, DC-based financial coaching startup […]
Former Black Educator of 20 Years Launches Luxury Wellness Retreat For Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals
Nationwide — Toni Estell is the Founder and CEO of Macaron High, a Black-owned wellness brand that empowers high-achieving women to reclaim their energy, align with their purpose, and redefine […]
Meet the Woman Whose Program Helps Black-Owned Businesses Get Government Contracts
Nationwide — Lori Smith, Founder and CEO of Acu-Elligent LLC, a leading Black-owned business coaching and management consulting firm, has launched a program to help other Black entrepreneurs get access […]
Black Mom of 3 With 15 Years of Experience Launches Atlanta’s Fastest-Growing Workplace Culture Consulting Firm
Nationwide — Briana Cole is an African American mompreneur with over 15 years of experience in leading large-scale, high-impact initiatives. She is also the Founder and CEO of Brinnify Works, […]
Black Founder Launches Advisory Board of 13 Influential Leaders to Support Mental Health Access for Black Women and Girls
Nationwide — Nijiama Smalls, Founder and Visionary of The Black Girl’s Guide to Healing Emotional Wounds, is proud to announce the establishment of its inaugural Advisory Board, a powerful coalition […]
HBCU Grad Makes History, First Black Woman to Host a Financial Literacy Summit at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center
Nationwide — Ruby Taylor, Founder of Financial Joy School, will be hosting the Financial Family ReUnion Summit at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center in San Francisco, California on February 28, 2025. […]
How One Black Author is Transforming Financial Literacy in Disadvantaged Communities
Nationwide — Regina Lilly, a dynamic author, financial strategist, and community advocate based in Little Rock, Arkansas, is challenging the systemic barriers to economic success. Her book Credit vs. Credentials […]
Black Man from Ohio Fights to Keep Street He Bought at Auction for $5K
Nationwide — Jason Fauntleroy, an African American man from Butler County, Ohio, is battling the city of Trenton to keep a street he unintentionally purchased at an auction for $5,000, […]
Meet the Founder and CEO of the First Black-Owned Global Solar Franchise
Nationwide — Gridmaster Solar One, founded by industry veteran Michael Henry who is also the company’s CEO, has achieved a historic milestone as the first Black-owned solar franchise globally. With […]
From Banquet Server to VP of Sales: David President Jr. Exemplifies Persistence, Growth, and Leadership in Hospitality
Nationwide — David President Jr., a respected leader with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, has been promoted to Vice President of Sales at Shaner Hotel Group. […]
Black Woman, Veteran-Owned Aeroponic Farm Thriving in Southern Virginia
Nationwide — Full Circle Bloom, a pioneering aeroponic farm in Kenbridge, Virginia, is breaking barriers and transforming the agricultural landscape. Founded by Ashley Richardson, the innovative farm demonstrates the power […]
Black Mompreneur Launches the Newest Line of Fashionable Scrubs for Doctors, Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals
Nationwide — Meet Shay Jackson, an African American mom and the proud founder of TLCscrubbs, a contemporary scrub brand dedicated to transforming the way medical professionals experience their work attire. […]
Black Scientist Creates Breakthrough Haircare Product For Lasting Hydration in 4C Curly Hair
Nationwide — Meet Shawna Moses, a laboratory scientist turned entrepreneur who is the Founder and CEO of Kinky Tresses, a thriving natural hair care brand that is transforming the industry […]
Single Black Mom Went From a $300-a-Week Waitress Job to Launching a Multi-Million Dollar Beard Care Brand
Nationwide — A prayer for change and a moment of inspiration transformed Marcinda Hankins’ life, taking her from earning $300 a week as a waitress to building X’clusive Looks Beard […]
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 […]
Black Woman Makes History, Wins Prestigious Award for $377M in Real Estate Sales in One Year
Nationwide — Claudienne Hibbert-Smith, the Founder and CEO of TRU Real Estate Exchange Elite, and an African American real estate mogul from Miami, Florida, has been recognized by the National […]
Black Founder of Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment Announces 2025 Event
Nationwide — Lori Smith, Founder and CEO of Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment LTD, has announced that the Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment Convergence 2025 will be held October 9–12, 2025, in […]