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The Newest Black-Owned Grocery Store on the Block -- Owned By a Former NFL Player
Former NFL superstar, Tyrone Legette, played for the New Orleans Saints and several other teams before retiring in 1998. Now he is another kind of superstar — he is an […]
"How to Catch a Mouse with No Cheese" -- Entrepreneur’s New Book Exposes Five Principles to Succeed in Business... With No Capital!
— Masterfully crafted from the wisdom and experience of Donnie P., “How to Catch a Mouse with No Cheese: Real World Lessons and Experiences from an Entrepreneur” cuts through the […]
Black Entrepreneur/ Fashion Designer Launches Luxury, Handmade Shoe Collection
— TucciPolo’s new made-to-order handmade luxury shoes deliver comfort and style for celebrities, NBA players & athletes, and others with big feet — Nationwide — Finding the perfect fit in […]
The Pink Mogul Launches Atlanta Conference for Female Corporate Influencers and Entrepreneurs
Atlanta, GA — Felicia “The Pink Mogul” Phillips and The PINKpreneur Network are less than two weeks away from launching MogulCon, an upscale and exclusive experience that is designed to […]
Founder of One of the Only Black-Owned Software Companies on the Inc. 500 Launches New Web & App Development Services
— Entrepreneur Jibril Sulaiman’s award-winning company, Pay Sell Co., is partnering with Upwork, a global freelancing platform to offer more services to businesses and non-profit organizations — Nationwide — Pay Sell […]
City of Los Angeles to Give More Contracts to Businesses Owned By Women and Minorities
City commissioners in Los Angeles are serious about helping out businesses that are owned by women and minorities. To their credit, they have already invested significantly by awarding 800 city […]
Teaching Black Entrepreneurs How to "Buy The Block" -- New Program Makes Real Estate Investing Easier Than Ever!
Having successfully launched Buy Black Economics (the World’s Largest Digital Info Product Store dedicated to Black Businesses) as well as numerous other ventures, Lynn Da is excited to announce the […]
Two Black Entrepreneurs Win Over $500K in Funding For Their Start-Ups
Two Black entrepreneurs recently won over $500,000 in funding as part of the annual 43North Business Pitch Competition. Every year, an organization called 43North hosts a business pitch competition in […]
8 Black-Owned Businesses That Make A Lot of Money During the Winter Season
During the winter season, billions of dollars are spent in the United States on vacationing, buying food, and more. Companies like Walmart, Target, and even Amazon.com generate hundreds of millions […]
PR/Branding Seminar for 25 Entrepreneurs Coming to South Beach Florida on November 12, 2016
Miami, FL — The “Putting the PR Back in EntrePReneurship Part II: New Year’s Edition” seminar is coming to Miami, Florida on November 12, 2016. Ronnika Ann, founder of iGN […]
13 Amazing Black-Owned Software and Technology Companies
There are hundreds of software and technology companies in the U.S. Some of the top well-known ones include Facebook, Twitter, Microsoft, and Google — But there are also many successful […]
Black-Owned General Contracting Company in Philadelphia Announces New CEO
Philadelphia , PA — Choates General Contracting, the 2014 Best of Philly general contracting company, has announced Tyrone Pitts, the local former Ivy League basketball star and entrepreneur, as the […]
New Book, "Entrepreneurship The Wright Way," is the Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur Right Away
Nationwide— Entering the world of business is like entering a dark room. You hear the voices but you can’t discern the shapes. You may trip over obstacles or find yourself […]
Trafek.com Is Recirculating Dollars Back Into Black Communities -- Black Entrepreneur Fabian Scott Online Marketplace Is Now LiveTrafek.com Is Recirculating Dollars Back Into Black Communities -- Black Entrepreneur Fabian Scott's Online Marketplace Is Now Live
Nationwide — The hype is real. “It’s time to bring unity and circulate our dollar within our communities,” announced Fabian Scott, the 28-year-old black entrepreneur and creator of www.Trafek.com – an […]
Young Artist/ Entrepreneur Finds Success Transforming School Backpacks Into Art Masterpieces
Preston Mitchell, a young entrepreneur based in Nashville, Tennessee, has found huge success with his company Tatpack™, which offers a new innovative way of capturing creativity and artistic expression on […]
Powerful Networking Event to Kick-Off New Black Chamber of Commerce in Virginia
— Maggie Anderson, author “Our Black Year,” will lead an address to empower struggling communities — Norfolk, VA — On Black Friday, November 25th, a newly minted Black Chamber of […]
Black Entrepreneur Brings the Party With Her New Bus Franchise
You might say that Lenesia Cooper is in the transportation business, but she is also in the event planning business. What exactly does she do? She has a family-owned business […]
High-Energy Speaker, Anthony "Spark Plug" Thomas, Inspires Women to Realize Their Value and Soar
Atlanta, GA — High-energy international motivational speaker Anthony Thomas — known professionally as “Spark Plug” — is among the nation’s most inspiring, entertaining and unforgettable public speakers. Atypical for a […]
Women, Wealth & Wine: Certified Financial Planner Zaneilia Harris Launches The Finance ‘N Stilettos Wealth Retreat
— Bringing women together, Zaneilia Harris, CFP®, president of Harris & Harris Wealth Management Group and author of the book Finance ‘n Stilettos™ Money Matters for the Well-Heeled Woman is […]
Woman Entrepreneur Makes $1.5 Million a Year Selling Chicken Wings
Tina D. Howell, a mother of three and a former school teacher, realized that you don’t have to reinvent the wheel to be a successful entrepreneur. So in 2003, she […]
"Buy Black" Movement Grabs International Attention
Atlanta, GA — The “Buy Black” movement, a form of economic protest among African-Americans, is gaining steam at home and drawing attention abroad. In a recent news package, major French […]
Childhood Trips To Prison Gave This Entrepreneur a Very Profitable Idea!
Entrepreneurs often start businesses in order to fill a need or to solve a problem. That was the case with Kristal Bush from Philadelphia, PA. Her idea came from a […]
Actress Keke Palmer Releases Two New Shoe Collections
Actress, singer, songwriter, and television personality Keke Palmer is up to her heels in style. In addition to all her other accomplishments, she has just unveiled her new shoe collection […]
Women’s Entrepreneur Expo in the Washington, DC Area to Connect and Empower Black Business Women Leaders
— Free event offers a dynamic opportunity for women in business from various sectors to get educated, to share information, and to get renewed inspiration about the rewards of business […]
Two Seasoned Animators of the Original Soul Train, Scooby Doo and Fat Albert Team Up to Bring Life to AfroKids.com
— Leo Sullivan and Floyd Norman have teamed up to bring to produce AfroKids.com, an interactive website that empowers families in building children’s self-esteem and cultural heritage — Los Angeles, […]
This Program Is Giving Away $75 Million in Capital to Women, Minority and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
In spite of the fact that many banks will not lend to small businesses, some large banks are coming forward to make capital more accessible to women-, minority-, and veteran-owned […]
RLJ Entertainment and AMC Networks Form Strategic Partnership For Streaming Services
— Bob Johnson, Founder and Chairman of RLJ Entertainment, and Josh Sapan, President and CEO of AMC Networks, Strongly Commit to Bringing Consumers More Diverse, High-Quality Content to SVOD Streaming […]
Two Sister Entrepreneurs Took a Leap on Faith With Their Amazing Gourmet Sauces and Landed in the "Shark Tank"
— The episode on ABC’s hit reality show “Shark Tank” featuring savvy sisters, Jorrae and Kelly Beard, airs on October 28th — Philadelphia, PA — Four and a half years […]
18-Year Old Howard University Student Was the Youngest Chosen By Black Enterprise to Compete in Silicon Valley
Nationwide — Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have played a critical role in developing talent. Mr. Earl Graves Jr, CEO of Black Enterprise Magazine, has also provided significant leadership […]
National Black Public Relations Society Honors PR Excellence on Friday, 10/28 at Its #PowerPR Playing to Win! Conference in Chicago
Los Angeles, CA — The National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) Inc. is honoring leaders in PR excellence as a part of its 2016 #PowerPR Playing to Win! National Conference, […]
First Ever Black Woman-Owned Full-Service Security Firm Was Launched With Just $500 -- But Is Now A Multi-Million Dollar Enterprise!
Mary Parker is the genius entrepreneur that founded All-N-One Security – a thriving, multi-million dollar security enterprise with a workforce of more than 200 employees. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, her […]
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 […]