Black-led AI Startups Fixing Fit in Fashion
By Tony O. Lawson Returns cost fashion brands billions. As online…
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Denim Tears: A Multimillion Dollar Streetwear Brand Rooted in Black History
Founded by Tremaine Emory in 2019, Denim Tears is a…
Dria Ventures Closes $8M Fund I for Healthcare and Main Street Startups
Dria Ventures, founded and led by Megan Maloney, has closed…
Mariane Ibrahim: The Gallerist Reshaping Global Art—From Chicago to Paris and Mexico City
Mariane Ibrahim stands as one of the most visionary gallerists…
Ariel Alternatives Acquires Groome Industrial Service Group
By Tony O. Lawson Ariel Alternatives, the private equity subsidiary…
What to Do With $100K: A Solopreneur’s Plan
Welcome to “The Wealth Moves Playbook,” a Shoppe Black series.…
Synthetic Stars Are Here: Why the Future Belongs to Content Architects
The “creator era” is ending — at least in the…
Lendistry Receives $5M from Exelon to Expand Small Business Lending
By Tony O. Lawson Lendistry, a leading fintech lender and…
Black Owned Rum Brands You Should Know
Looking for a delicious and varied rum experience? Check out…
Black Owned Sleepwear and Loungewear Brands
When it comes to comfort and style, Black-owned sleepwear and…
Black Owned Women’s Shoe Brands for Your Spring Wardrobe
As spring sunshine warms the days, it’s the perfect time…
Inside New York’s $10.9B NYSCRF Emerging Manager Program, and the Man Leading It
by Tony O. Lawson The NYSCRF Emerging Manager Program is one…
Why Africa’s $20B Sports Economy Is Attracting Global Capital
by Tony O. Lawson Africa is no longer just a source…
Movement Money: How a $350M Firm Is Turning Protest Into Portfolio Power
In June 2025, protestors flooded the streets of Los Angeles…
Documents to Have Ready before Applying for a Loan
When you’re applying for a small business loan, having your…
Sole Proprietors: Steps to Take Before Hiring Your First Employee
A sole proprietorship is the first step for many businesses…
Follow These 9 Tips for a Successful Home Based Business
In today’s connected world, it is not always necessary to…
Anderson Hunt Brown: A Pioneer in Real Estate Development and Civil Rights
Anderson Hunt Brown (1880 – 1974) was an American businessman, real-estate developer,…
Over $2 Billion Closed by Black-Owned Title Insurance Firm National Standard Abstract
National Standard Abstract, the leading Black-owned firm in the title…
Proptech 101: Understanding the Growth and Impact of Real Estate Technology
Proptech (property technology) is the use of technology to improve…
Veteran Has Raised Over $7M For WiGL, Patented Wireless Charging Technology
Wireless-electric Grid Local Air network (WiGL) is developing a new…
Black Owned Supply Chain Logistics Company, Saltbox Raises $35 Million
Saltbox is a co-warehousing and logistics startup that provides space…
Black Owned Proptech Startup, REZI Secures $100M to Expand Nationwide
REZI, a real estate technology company offering “Occupancy-as-a-Service” for rental…
Culture & Lifestyle
Black Hair Matters: How the CROWN Act is Fighting Back Against Hair Discrimination
The CROWN Act (Creating a Respectful and Open World for…
The Cultural Significance of Coffee in Africa and Black America
Coffee has a rich and fascinating history in Africa, dating…
Norma Merrick Sklarek: An Architectural Trailblazer
Norma Merrick Sklarek was a pioneering African-American architect, known for…