6 Ways Damola Adamolekun Is Reviving Red Lobster
Red Lobster’s new CEO, Damola Adamolekun, is earning fans for…
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Black-led EdTech Startups to Watch
by Tony O. Lawson The global EdTech market is expected to…
Black-led Impact Investment Firms Driving Change
From community finance to values-aligned wealth management, these firms are…
$1.19M a Year, No Work Required: The Bobby Bonilla Contract
Every July 1st, Bobby Bonilla wakes up to one of…
Voletta Wallace Turned Biggie’s $10M Estate Into a $200M Empire
When Christopher Wallace—better known as The Notorious B.I.G.—was killed in…
Quiet Luxury: An Opportunity for Black-Owned Brands
As more consumers embrace refined minimalism and timeless quality, Black…
RealEstateAPI: The Data Infrastructure Company Challenging the Property Data Cartel
From solar to finance, insurance to e-commerce, companies across sectors…
Black-owned Luxury Brands You Should Know: Vol. 2
Luxury is evolving—and Black-owned brands are leading the charge. From…
Black Owned Businesses in Las Vegas to Support During the Super Bowl (and Beyond)
The energy is electric in Las Vegas as it gears…
Black Owned Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2024
Valentine’s Day is almost here, making it the perfect time…
SHOPPE BLACK Holiday Gift Guide 2023
We’re excited to present the SHOPPE BLACK Holiday Gift Guide…
No More Excuses: The 2025 Mandate for Real Impact
As of April 2025, we are living through overlapping emergencies.…
o15 Capital Partners Closes Inaugural Fund at $370 Million
by Tony O. Lawson o15 Capital Partners, an alternative investment firm…
Symphonic Capital Closes $13.5M Fund Focused on Health and Wealth Equity
by Tony O. Lawson Symphonic Capital, a new early-stage venture capital…
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…
How Attiyah Blair Built a Multimillion Dollar Real Estate Portfolio
Attiyah Blair is a self-made millionaire, real estate investor and…
The Bourne Group: Restoring Communities Through Hurricane-Resilient Design
by Tony O. Lawson Stacy A. Bourne, FAIA, is the founder…
E-Commerce is Creating Investment Opportunities in This Real Estate Niche
The increase in e-commerce activity, labor constraints, and customer expectations…
Culture & Lifestyle
Ann Lowe: The Visionary Behind Some of the Most Iconic Dresses of the 20th Century
Ann Lowe was born into a family of skilled seamstresses…
Derek Green: Running for Mayor with a Vision for a Public Bank in Philadelphia
Derek Green is a candidate for Mayor of Philadelphia in…
Ann Petry: The First Black Woman to Sell Over a Million Copies of a Book
Ann Petry was an accomplished African American author and pharmacist…