— Start your own hair business today, selling high-end hair at an affordable price — Nationwide — There is a new, unique and very profitable black owned company named, The […]
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The RLJ Companies Ranks Among Top Industries on Annual Black Enterprise ‘B.E. 100s List’
Bethesda, MD — The RLJ Companies today announced three of its portfolio businesses are listed among the “2014 B.E. 100s List,” published annually by Black Enterprise magazine.
Google Launches New $50 Million Initiative To Help Inspire Girls To Be Computer Programmers
Mountain View, CA — Chelsea Clinton, actress Mindy Kaling, Girl Scouts of the USA, SevenTeen Magazine, and several other organizations and foundations have partnered with Google to launch “Made with […]
CurlKit, the Leading Hair Care Subscription Service for Women with Naturally Curly, Kinky or Coily Hair Introduces “CurlKit Cares,” Its New Philanthropic Effort
Nationwide — CurlKit, the leading subscription service delivering hair care products to women with naturally curly, kinky or coily hair, today announces the creation of their philanthropic arm, CurlKit Cares. […]
Candace L. Randle Recognized Among “40 Under Forty” In Achievement By The Network Journal
Bethesda, MD — The RLJ Companies today announced that its director of corporate communications and public affairs, Candace L. Randle, has been recognized by The Network Journal (TNJ) among this […]
Want To Learn How To Make Money Buying and Selling Stocks? "Flip That Stock" Will Teach You!
Nationwide — Everyday people hear about the stock market, however, few people really understand how it works and how to actively buy and sell stocks and make money. FLip That […]
African Trade Link & Expo Announces Inaugural Small Business Trade Mission to Nairobi, Kenya, July 23-26, 2014
Nairobi, Kenya — The African Trade Link and Expo’s (ATL & Expo) inaugural trade mission convenes on July 23-26, 2014 in Nairobi, Kenya at the Kenyatta International Conference Center.
Newly Launched Book "Diary of a Failure" by Eric McNeal Helps Teens and Young Adults Overcome Failure
Atlanta, GA — Everyone loves to talk about their successes, and bookstores are loaded with volumes about how to achieve success. Seminars and workshops teach people how to succeed at […]
There Are 2 Million Black-Owned Businesses in the U.S. -- And 10 Other Little Known Facts About Black Entrepreneurs
Nationwide — According to the United States Census Bureau, there are more than 2 million businesses in the country that are owned by African Americans. That statistic dispels a lot […]
Work For Oprah This Summer! The Queen of Daytime Television Is Hiring Paid Interns and More
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey, the media mogul and queen of daytime television, is hiring paid interns and employees at her OWN Network television channel. The company has immediate positions available […]
All-Natural Beauty Brand Carol’s Daughter Files For Bankruptcy -- But They Are Still in Business!
New York, NY — Carol’s Daughter Stores LLC, a Black-owned all-natural hair, body and skincare brand, has filed for bankruptcy but the company has not gone out of business. Once […]
Professor Teaches Black Entrepreneurs How To Succeed In ANY Economy
Nationwide — Economic activist, Devin Robinson, explains how blacks can live comfortably to 10% of their income and build mainstream businesses in his 8th book, Power M.O.V.E.: How to Become […]
Microsoft & HBCU Connect Looking for Black Tech Professionals in D.C. area for VIP Event on May 29th, 2014
Washington, DC — In partnership with Microsoft Cloud & Enterprise Business, Microsoft IT, and Global Foundations Services, HBCU Connect is offering black technical professionals the opportunity to meet with representatives […]
In The Bag -- Budding Black-Owned Handbag Brand Grows Sales Beyond $350K in a Little Over a Year
Charlotte, NC — Mr. Sylvia is the name that many call him; however, designer Gregory Sylvia is not a single designer at all. Founded by a husband and wife duo, […]
Microsoft Teams Up With Popular HBCU Web Site To Host VIP Reception For Black HR Professionals In The Maryland, D.C., Virginia Area
Alexandria, VA — HBCUConnect.com, in partnership with Microsoft, recently held a successful diversity recruitment and networking event for Black HR professionals in the Washington D.C. area.
Ashley Furniture and Albers Grits Urged to be Boycotted -- For Making Millions of Dollars From Black Consumers, But Failing to Support Black Newspapers
— Major furniture company and food brand targeted by Black newspapers nationwide — Fresno, CA — Most Black households are familiar with the common staple of ready-made grits and corn […]
How to Get Free Help With Your Taxes -- AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program Assists Millions in Preparing Their Returns
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program assists millions in preparing their returns By Eileen Ambrose Nationwide — Milagros Aguas used to pay someone to prepare her taxes until her employer filed for bankruptcy […]
Traci Otey Blunt Recognized Among “25 Influential Black Women In Business”
— The Network Journal Hosts 16th Annual Women in Business Awards — Bethesda, MD — The RLJ Companies today announced that Traci Otey Blunt, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications […]
Nielsen Announces External Affairs Appointments — Two Black Execs Become Senior Vice Presidents
— Cheryl Pearson-McNeil to head U.S. multicultural engagement efforts; Don Lowery to lead government affairs — New York, NY — Nielsen, a leading global provider of information and insights into […]
Shark Tank's Daymond John and Miller Light Invite Entrepreneurs To Compete For Business Grants -- Deadline is April 6th
Nationwide — Daymond John, star of Shark Tank, is back again to help judge the 2014 Miller Light Tap The Future® Competition. Formally known as the MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneur Series, […]
Oprah Winfrey Is Selling Harpo Studios, Where Her Show Was Taped For 20 Years — But Is She Selling Out?
Chicago, IL — First, Bob Johnson sold BET to Viacom. Then, Essence Magazine was sold to Time Warner. And now, Oprah Winfrey has announced that she is selling her Chicago-based […]
7 Super, Absolutely Do-Not-Forget, IMPORTANT Dates For Black People in March and April 2014
Nationwide — Spring time has finally arrived, and the summer months are closer than ever. But don’t start getting lazy yet! Below are the top seven dates that are crucial […]
Proven ‘Do-It-Yourself’ E-book Helping Thousands Clean-up Credit!
Nationwide — The Angels of Mercy Foundation specializes in helping the American consumer in every area of their lives. Recent research by the 3 credit reporting bureaus states that there […]
African American Entrepreneurs Capturing New Money In Hair Weave Industry
— New company empowers Black communities by allowing them to become resellers in the 10 billion dollar hair weave industry. — Nationwide — One new company, the House of Beautiful […]
Natural Hair Subscription Service Explodes With 5000% Increase in Sales
Nationwide — Popular CurlKit marks its 2nd anniversary with another major increase in subscribers almost matching their meteoric increase last year. In February 2012, CurlKit launched their subscription service for […]
Black Health TV Announces Programming Partnership With Kitara Media’s HealthGuru.com
— African Americans Gain Anywhere Access to Health Videos Online and Across Mobile Devices — Nationwide — Black Health TV, (www.blackhealthtv.com) the leading online video destination website focused on the […]
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 […]