Chowdeck Raises $9M to Scale Food Delivery in Nigeria and Ghana
by Tony O. Lawson Chowdeck, a Lagos-based food delivery company, has…
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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…
Lava Raises $5.8M to Streamline AI Transactions
by Tony O. Lawson Mitchell Jones, a Yale graduate and…
AI-Proof: The Case for Skilled Trades
For years, the message has been clear: Learn to code.…
Why Every Industry Now Needs a Property Data Strategy
For decades, property data was the domain of real estate…
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…
MURAL Real Estate to Co-Lead $316M Mixed-Use Development in Connecticut
MURAL Real Estate Partners, a women-led development firm founded by…
Black Owned Clothing Brands for Your Spring Wardrobe
As the sun peeks out and the days get longer,…
Black -owned Sustainable Jewelry Brands You Should Know
Discover an array of exquisite jewelry from Black-owned sustainable jewelry…
Black-owned Travel Related Brands For Your Next Trip
Ready to embark on your next adventure? Whether you’re a…
Zeal Capital Partners Closes $82M Fund II, Triples AUM in Five Years
by Tony O. Lawson Zeal Capital Partners has announced the close…
Doji Raises $14M to Personalize Online Fashion Try-Ons With AI Avatars
Doji, a new AI-powered fashion tech startup, has raised $14…
Jacmel Partners Makes Strategic Investment in LaGuardia Airport
by Tony O. Lawson Jacmel Partners is a New York-based alternative…
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
Crafting Words and Connections: Join Jnane Tamsna’s 2nd Writing Retreat in Morocco
If you’re a writer looking for an opportunity to connect…
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…