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AI Squared Secures $13.8 Million to Bridge the Gap Between AI and Business Applications
AI Squared, a company empowering organizations to harness the power of AI, today announced a successful $13.8 million Series A funding round. Ansa Capital…
Diagon Raises $5.1 Million to Revolutionize Manufacturing Procurement
by Tony O. Lawson Diagon is a company that’s redefining the way manufacturers find and purchase equipment. They offer a next-generation procurement platform that streamlines…
The Folklore Secures $3.4 Million to Scale B2B Platform for Diverse Brands
Fashion tech startup The Folklore, founded by Amira Rasool, has secured $3.4 million in seed funding. The fresh capital brings their total funding to…
7 Practical Tips for Building a Profitable Mission-Driven Business as a Black Founder
Mark Dusseau’s journey through the foster care system has instilled in him a deep commitment to social impact. His company, Dusseau and Company, is…
Cookonnect Secures $1 Million to Bring In-Home Chefs to Busy Families
Atlanta-based startup Cookonnect is whipping up a recipe for success, having recently secured a $1 million pre-seed funding round from Los Angeles-based venture firm…
In Conversation with Bakari Adams, Head of Starwood Impact Investors
As the Managing Director and Head of Starwood Impact Investors (SII), Bakari Adams leads a return-driven investment platform dedicated to investing in commercial real…