Melba Wilson, founder and owner of the iconic Melba’s restaurants, has made a significant mark in the culinary world. From her humble beginnings in Harlem, Wilson has built a restaurant empire that…
Black women are the fastest-growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U.S., making waves across industries from wine to technology. While their success stories are inspiring, many Black women face unique challenges in…
At just 26, Yadira Raygoza has built a successful and financially stable career in construction, earning $53 an hour as an electrical worker. Without incurring student loans, Raygoza has managed to balance…
Farai Simoyi takes the lead of the Virgil Abloh Scholarship Fund, aiming to empower Black fashion talent and create a more inclusive industry through education and opportunity.
Dinai Yelverton’s Black-owned mobile vision clinic, the 2020 Perfect Vision Campaign, wins a $25K grant at Invest Fest ’24, advancing health equity in underserved communities.
Margaret Nyamumbo’s journey from Wall Street to the coffee fields of Kenya is nothing short of inspiring. At just 36, Nyamumbo has transformed her life from a high-powered investment banker to the…
Melba Wilson, a name synonymous with Harlem’s culinary excellence, has crafted an inspiring success story that extends far beyond her beloved neighborhood. As the owner and founder of Melba’s restaurants, Wilson has…
Claudia Shivers has transformed her life and community through determination and resilience, emerging as the proud owner of Queen Coffee Bean, a flourishing coffee shop in High Point, North Carolina. At 49,…
Tammeca Rochester, the visionary founder and CEO of Harlem Cycle, has turned her passion for fitness and community into a groundbreaking success story. As the creator of Harlem’s first and only indoor…
The Happy Hues Co., a Black-owned baby essentials brand founded by Eunique Jones Gibson, expands nationwide through a partnership with Target, offering inclusive and joyful products for families.