Stories
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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…
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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…
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Learn how to thrive in the gig economy by leveraging advanced workforce management tools for flexible scheduling, real-time adjustments, and data-driven decision-making.
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Mackenzie Scott donates $10 million to Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE) in Georgia, boosting support for minority and women-owned small businesses.
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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…
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Learn how to stay consistent and achieve your goals despite past setbacks. Discover practical tips for building habits, overcoming challenges, and fostering growth.
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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.
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Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is extending her support for women-owned businesses by becoming an investor in Cesta Collective, a sustainable luxury handbag brand that empowers female artisans in Rwanda. Cesta…
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Jonnetta Patton, Usher’s mom, launches J’s Smokehouse, a vegan-friendly food truck in Atlanta, while also nurturing aspiring chefs through her culinary incubator.
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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.