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AI Squared Raises $13.8 Million to Solve One of Enterprise AI’s Biggest Problems
by Tony O. Lawson Artificial intelligence has moved from experimentation to enterprise priority. The challenge for many organizations is no longer building AI models. It…
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…