NiLu: A Family Owned Gift Shop Rooted in Community and Culture
One Harlem shop is holding the line as major retailers scale back…
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Bandwidth with Purpose: Inside Metro Edge’s $250M Bet on Digital Equity
Metro Edge Development Partners is a commercial real estate firm focused on…
Lexore Spark: Building the Future of AI-Powered Video Creation
Sequoia Blodgett is no stranger to storytelling. As a former video director…
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NiLu: A Family Owned Gift Shop Rooted in Community and Culture
One Harlem shop is holding the line as major retailers scale back DEI commitments and programs that once supported Black makers quietly…
Bandwidth with Purpose: Inside Metro Edge’s $250M Bet on Digital Equity
Metro Edge Development Partners is a commercial real estate firm focused on high-impact, technology-driven developments—but its ambitions go beyond brick and bandwidth.…
Lexore Spark: Building the Future of AI-Powered Video Creation
Sequoia Blodgett is no stranger to storytelling. As a former video director turned tech founder, she brings a sharp creative lens to…
Art Melanated: Building Belonging in the Black Art Renaissance
Art Melanated is a response to exclusion and erasure—an intentional space where Black artists are not only seen, but centered. Founded by…
Blueroomcare: Reimagining Mental Healthcare in Africa
Mental health is still widely misunderstood and deprioritized in many African communities. But Blueroomcare, founded by Moses Aiyenuro, is working to shift…
Why Digital Infrastructure Is the New Development Strategy
In the race to build the future, infrastructure is no longer just roads and bridges—it’s fiber optics, cloud platforms, and AI-ready data…
14 Museums Preserving Black History and Culture
At a time when the truth of Black history is being challenged, it’s more important than ever to support the institutions that…
Black-Owned Hair Extension Companies Offering Alternatives to Toxic Synthetics
Consumer Reports recently conducted an alarming investigation into synthetic braiding hair, revealing significant health concerns for users, particularly Black women and children.…
Silenced Stories: 20 Black Authors Facing Censorship
Books by Black authors are increasingly targeted in removal campaigns across American schools and libraries. Works celebrating Black joy, identity, and historical…
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14 Museums Preserving Black History and Culture
At a time when the truth of Black history is being challenged, it’s more important than ever to support the institutions that…
Because of Them We Can and Most Incredible Studio Launch “Because of You: Legacy in Focus” LEGO Set
Because of Them We Can® and Most Incredible Studio have unveiled the “Because Of You: Legacy In Focus” LEGO® set. This creation,…
Disney Spotlights Black Artists During ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ Initiative
by Veracity Savant Disney has long been a place where magic meets storytelling, and in recent years, they’ve made strides in highlighting…
The Untapped Potential of Black Business Mergers: A Path to Economic Empowerment
We often talk about the importance of shopping at Black-owned businesses—but what about shopping for Black-owned businesses? Despite growing interest in economic…
The AI Advantage in Customer Service: Why the Time to Act Is Now
The landscape of customer service has undergone a dramatic transformation. As we navigate through 2025, the question is no longer whether businesses…
AI’s Real MVPs: How Black Business Owners Are Driving Innovation
Black entrepreneurs are leading the charge in the AI revolution, and the numbers tell an inspiring story. While many businesses are just…