Columbus, OH — Earlier this year, while still just a freshmen in college, 19-year old Sherron A. Stevens released his first-ever book, entitled Undercover Customer: 100 Ways to Fix […]
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Black Woman Entrepreneur Opens New Bed & Breakfast in Durham, North Carolina
TheLRoomBNB (The “L” Stands for Ladies) — “Every Woman Deserves A Mini Break” — Not Your Ordinary B & B; For Every Woman Who Has Ever Been Stressed — Durham, […]
BEAN, a New Social Network Developed to Create and Allocate Wealth Within African American Communities
— Free Network Connects U.S. Black Population with Resources for Economic Growth — In February, 2014 a Neilson Company report predicted that African American buying power would reach $1.1 trillion […]
Five Steps To Buying a Business: What Every Entrepreneur Should Know
by Marvin Wilcher Nationwide — Buying an existing business can be a fast way to move your entrepreneurial future along. Some of the benefits of existing businesses include having a […]
New Radio Talk Show Keeps Black Seniors and Working Adults Informed -- And Provides Advertising Opportunities For Small Businesses
— After 10 years, the DMG Consumer Info Radio Show hosted by Debby Thomas, has returned and will broadcast in eight syndicated markets. — Chicago, IL — DMG Consumer Info […]
New Herbal Product For Erectile Dysfunction Seeks African American Retailers
San Diego, CA — Alpha RX Plus has announced they are open to consignment partnering with African American retail stores to offer its all natural herbal product for erectile dysfunction, […]
MRBES Success Summit Announces 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
Denver, CO — The Mountain Region Black Economic Summit (MRBES) is celebrating its 10th Annual MRBES Success Summit & Expo on May 29 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center.
Amazing New High Heels Can Change Color With the Click of an App -- Invented By a Black Engineer
Nationwide — There are smart phones, smart TVs, smart watches, and now smart high heels. That’s what you call high heels that can be controlled by an app. That’s right, […]
Legendary Achievement Award Presented to Rose Harper - Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Lecturer, Adjunct Professor and Passionate Golfer
— The distinguished award, presented by “Sterling Women of Washington DC,” honored Harper for pioneering the way for women and minorities in the golf and sports industry. — Washington, DC — Rose […]
$45 Million Lawsuit Filed Against Former Vice President of NBA Players Association and Southern Film EB5 Regional Center
Atlanta, GA — Open Rivers Media Group, Inc. d/b/a Open Rivers Pictures (“ORP”), has filed a civil lawsuit 1:15-cv-00724-SCJ under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) as well […]
National Society of Black Engineers & American Society of Civil Engineers Join Forces to Develop and Retain Next-Gen African-American Engineers
Washington, DC — The National Society of Black Engineers, the largest student-governed engineering organization in the country, and the American Society of Civil Engineers announced their renewed strategic partnership in […]
Is Al Sharpton in Big Trouble? Historic $20 Billion Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Filed Against Him, Comcast, and Time Warner Cable
Washington, DC — The National Association of African American Owned Media (NAAAOM) and Entertainment Studios Networks, Inc., on Friday, February 20, 2015, filed a $20 billion lawsuit against Comcast Corporation, […]
Black Women to Gather in Los Angeles For a Conference on Opening Beauty Supply Stores
— This year’s Beauty Supply Entrepreneurship Conference will take place at in Los Angeles, California on March 28-29, 2015 — Los Angeles, CA — The ethnic beauty supply business is […]
18-Year Old Fast Food Worker Makes Black History -- Publishes New Guide on Customer Service
— Sherron A. Stevens, although currently working at the bottom level in the fast food industry, is not afraid to call himself a customer service expert and establish himself as […]
EveryBlackEvent.com Celebrates Black History Month -- Invites Public to Submit Photos and Essays of Historical Events
Durham, NC — To celebrate Black History Month, EveryBlackEvent.com is inviting the public to submit photos, written accounts (essays or short stories), or other media of historical Black events. The […]
Paul Carrick Brunson, The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) TV Star, to Be Honored as Coach of the Year
— Black Life Coaches Business Strategy Summit bringing together the best and brightest life coaches in the industry in Washington DC area, March 20-22, 2015 — Washington, DC — Highly-acclaimed […]
Small Business Coach, Cal Stevens, Pens Book on Obtaining Government Contracts
Atlanta, GA — Cal Stevens, a small business consultant and career enhancement coach and trainer, has released his newest and third publication entitled, You Can Sell to Uncle Sam: Getting […]
Professor Launches Small Business Academy Offering a Fresh Alternative to College for African-Americans
Atlanta, GA –- Atlanta-based Urban Business Institute (www.UrbanBusinessInstitute.com) assists aspiring entrepreneurs to successfully achieve their dreams of business ownership. “With 80% of businesses failing within 5 years, the numbers are […]
New Online Course Aims To Create African American Millionaires
Chicago, IL — Dr. Eric Rogers, a Harvard graduate and Chicago-based professor and investor has good news for minorities regarding financial stability and savings. His national consulting company, The Millionaire […]
5 Steps Every African American Entrepreneur Should Know About For Starting A Business In 2015
By Marvin Wilcher 1. Write a Business Plan Before you start, you will need to know what kind of business you want to start and how you are going to […]
New Documentary "The All American Don" Tells the Story of the First African American Cigar Manufacturer
Nationwide -– Don Abram Harris, known for being the first African American cigar manufacturer in the United States is bringing his life to the public. A documentary entitled The All […]
New 2015 Guide Empowers Women With The Latest REAL and LEGIT Grants and Scholarships
— Women can now download a powerful 78-page e-book to their computers, smartphones or tablets giving them instant access to millions of dollars in available funding. — Nationwide — A […]
Washington, DC-Based Entrepreneur Helps Successful Local Women Make Meaningful Connections
— Carolyn E. Howell launches “Sterling Women of Washington DC” Showcasing Women of Sterling Worth! — Washington, DC — Carolyn Howell, Founder, President and CEO of Fun Company Events, LLC […]
Shopping On 3UFirst.com is Recycling Black Dollars at its Best!
Nationwide — A new startup, 3UFirst FPC, is the first company created specifically to bring billions back to the African American community, from money African Americans already spend while shopping […]
PurchaseBlack.com is Making it Easy to Support Black Owned Businesses
— PurchaseBlack.com, the home for Black online shopping, is making it easier to buy Black and support the Black Business community. — Nationwide — PurchaseBlack.com, an Amazon-style marketplace focused on […]
Speaking Icons Dr. George C. Fraser and Les Brown Collaborate for the First Time in New Book with 31 Inspiring Leaders
— Mission Unstoppable: Extraordinary Stories of Failure’s Blessings — Cleveland, OH — Mission Unstoppable: Extraordinary Stories of Failure’s Blessings is a collaboration of stories that depicts the struggles of 31 […]
Why President Obama Should Address Structural Racism and Monopoly in the $737 Billion Dollar Electric Power Industry
How GE Energy Financial Services, Southern California Edison and Magic Johnson Enterprises have all blocked and undermined my efforts to obtain a Power Purchase Agreement on a large-scale solar project. […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Unique New Discount Online Shopping Outlet
Nationwide — After the untimely death of his mother, from cancer in 2004, Paulinus Obika became saddled with the fact that something had to be done as a promise to […]
New Safety Device Turns Women into Superheroes -- Protects Them From Being Attacked and Raped
— Invented by Domonique Torrence, the Spartan Pepper Spray Device keeps women safe in a whole new way. — Jacksonville, FL — Domonique Torrence is garnering national headlines with his superhero […]
Nielsen 2014 Holiday Forecast Shows African-American Consumers Expected to Spend the Most Money This Holiday Season
— African-American consumers expected to spend the most of all three groups — New York, NY — Multicultural consumers are expected to drive this year’s increase in holiday spending with […]
TheRegistryBayArea.com, The Bronze Report Launch Blacks in Technology Multimedia Online Resource to Address Diversity, Impact in Silicon Valley
— A new digital/broadcast media property highlights technology accomplishments, opportunities and resources for African Americans in Silicon Valley and promotes diversity, inclusion and growth. — Oakland, CA — theREGISTRYBayArea.com, the […]
Blacks and Hispanics Not Getting Hired For Tech Jobs -- Even Those With Tech Degrees
Nationwide — A USA Today report says that only 2% of technology workers at seven major tech companies in Silicon Valley are Black, and just 3% are Hispanic. This is […]
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 […]
HBCU Grad Marks 9-Year Milestone as Owner of a Black-Owned Payroll Company
Nationwide — Bryon Jennings, Founder and CEO of Next Generation Payroll, is celebrating nine years of sustained growth while expanding his national footprint in the PEO services industry. His company […]
Baltimore Bag Co. Relaunches During Black History Month, Honoring Black Economic Legacy and American Craftsmanship
Turning History into Design and Resilience into Brand Power. Nationwide — This Black History Month, Baltimore Bag Co. (BBC) is launching a renewed brand chapter rooted in history, craftsmanship, and […]
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 […]