Black entrepreneurs
This Nurse Turned $500 in Savings Into $100 Million in Sales After Sharing Her Hair Care Routine on YouTube. Now She's Revealing Her Secrets to Success.
Courtney Adeleye sold $10 million worth of products out of her home within three years of launch.
He's Opened 15 Ben & Jerry's. But First, He Learned a Hard Lesson: 'I've Never Worked So Hard to Lose $100K In My Life'
Antonio McBroom is a partner in Ben & Jerry's only Black-owned multi-franchise group, but the path to success was plenty twisty.
Why Addressing the Racial Wealth Gap is Good for Business
Employers and investors have a moral imperative to make closing the racial wealth gap a focal point of their business model. There is a tremendous opportunity to hire workers from disadvantaged communities and grow and sustain a strong workforce that helps grow all businesses.
50 Cent Has 50-11 Ways To Get Rich Without Trying, Strikes Partnership Deal With NHL
He already has deals with two NBA teams and one NFL team for his liquor brands.
How a Friendship Between Jack Daniel and Nearest Green Helped Revive a Black-Owned Business Set on Fire During George Floyd Protests
It's a story that some might find hard to believe. But "the proof is in the pictures," Melvin Keebler, SVP and general manager at Jack Daniel's Distillery, says.
The 6 Do's and Don'ts for Engaging in Juneteenth Conversations
As a DEI expert, I'll share my tips for engaging in meaningful conversations about Juneteenth — and damaging actions you must avoid at all costs.
Companies Aren't Talking About Black Vernacular and Dialect Bias in The Workplace. Here's Why That Needs to Change.
One of the biggest strikes against Black workers in the United States isn't always the way they look or dress, but it can often be something more subtle and ingrained: how they speak.
3 Action Items for Black Entrepreneurs This Year
A new survey provides a tactical road map for Black business owners.
These Sisters Quit Their Jobs Mid-Pandemic to Risk it All For Their Brand. Now They're Not Only Thriving, But Working to End The Cycle of Poverty in South Africa.
For Mo and Michelle Mokone, it's not only about putting out a quality product but also recognizing the humans behind it and giving them access to a quality of life they never dreamed of.
Black Business Leaders: Adopt Digital Strategies to Increase Competition
In today's tech-driven economy, Black small business owners have new digital tools that can help their businesses survive, thrive and stand out among corporate competitors. Here are three reasons Black small business leaders should meet this moment and embrace digital transformation.
This Founder Started a Wellness Brand in Her Kitchen — Now She Partners with Target and Uses Her Platform to Combat Medical Racism in the U.S.
Amid a nearly year-long journey with a chronic infection, Beatrice Dixon was caught in a perpetual cycle of "medical gaslighting" and prescriptions that were more of a quick fix than a real solution. However, after her grandmother came to her in a dream, everything changed.
How One Mom's Mission To Rebuild Her Daughter's Confidence Sparked a Revolution for The Doll Industry
Melissa Orijin noticed a gap in the toy aisle: diversity. The mother of three struggled to find dolls that had the same curls and complexion as her eldest daughter. After tirelessly searching to no avail, she set out to create them herself.
5 Qualities of Black Excellence Overlooked in the Workplace
Now is the time for conventional, white and eurocentric workplaces to finally recognize the unique qualities that come from Black culture and lift up employees who exemplify these qualities.
Free Webinar | February 23: How Black Entrepreneurs Can Achieve Success With a Profit-First Mentality
Join us for this free webinar as two-time Emmy Award winning host of the Never Settle Show, Mario Armstrong, shares how to cultivate the mindset resilience that lead him to success. Register now →
6 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month and Be a Better Ally in the Workforce Beyond February
An authentic celebration of Black heritage throughout the year can help companies foster understanding and empathy among coworkers from different backgrounds. Such a celebration also allows employees to learn more about their colleagues' experiences, which promotes a deeper sense of community and understanding. How to be a Better Ally in the Workplace During Black History Month — and Beyond.