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LeBron James’ “I Promise School” Really is The First of its Kind
July 31, 2018
Akron’s public schools have a major problem; its at-risk students are falling well behind the rest of the K-12 population in the classroom. The…
Nichole Yembra: Managing Partner of One of The Largest FinTech VC Firms in Africa
July 31, 2018
One of my goals is to invest in many startups here and on the continent. The African Fintech (Financial technology) sector is one that’s…
Abby Dione: The First Black Woman To Own An Indoor Rock Climbing Gym
July 30, 2018
Abby Dione became the first Black woman in the US to own an indoor rock climbing gym when she purchasedCoral Cliffs Rock Climbing Center…
Rick Famuyiwa Producing ‘Sade’, an African Princess Fairytale Movie for Disney
July 29, 2018
Disney is developing live-action fairytale film “Sadé,” centered on an African princess with “Dope” director Rick Famuyiwa attached to produce. The studio bought a pitch from Ola…
Black-Owned Home Décor Brands You Should Know: Vol. 1
July 29, 2018
The home decor market is growing at a steady pace. This is partly because nowadays, everyone, from millennials and Generation X-ers, wants to personalize…
This Black Owned Bookstore is Tapping Into An Unmet Need
July 19, 2018
EyeSeeMe is a Black owned bookstore that specializes in promoting positive African American Images, Academic Excellence, and Cultural Pride. At this University City, MO…