Footwork Leads $15M Investment in Confido’s CPG AI Platform
by Tony O. Lawson Footwork is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm…
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Black-led CDFIs: The Missing Link in Business Funding
by Tony O. Lawson Across the U.S., Black entrepreneurs continue to…
From Bank Teller to $55B CIO: Angela Miller-May’s Leadership and Results
By Tony O. Lawson As the CIO of the Illinois…
Black-Owned Hair Extension Companies Offering Alternatives to Toxic Synthetics
Consumer Reports recently conducted an alarming investigation into synthetic braiding…
Silenced Stories: 20 Black Authors Facing Censorship
Books by Black authors are increasingly targeted in removal campaigns…
Beyond Amazon: Black-Owned Brands to Shop Directly
In recent months, we’ve witnessed a concerning trend as major…
Impact Investing in Action: How Four Campaigns Are Reshaping Finance
Capital is no longer neutral. Across the financial system, investors…
Collab Capital Closes $75M Fund II to Back Inclusive Economy
Tony O. Lawson Collab Capital has announced the close of…
HarbourView Raises $500M to Expand Music and Media Investments
by Tony O. Lawson HarbourView Equity Partners has secured $500 million…
Chess in Slums Africa: Empowering Futures, One Move at a Time
Founded by Chess Master Tunde Onakoya, Chess in Slums Africa…
Kwely: Empowering Africa’s Exporters in a $250 Billion Market
Kwely is a B2B wholesale distribution platform dedicated to harnessing…
Driving Change: Shekel Mobility Raises $7 Million to Revolutionize African Car Trading
Shekel Mobility, a B2B trading platform tailored for car dealers…
National Standard Abstract Hits $3 Billion Milestone
A New York-based title insurance firm is defying industry expectations,…
Floyd Mayweather Makes $402M Bet on Affordable Housing
Former boxing champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. has made a notable…
Discover Unique Black Owned Boutique Hotels Across America
Discover the charm and unique experiences offered by Black owned boutique…
How The LYC Pledge is Mobilizing Communities for Daily Impact
In a world that often feels overwhelmed by large-scale problems,…
Adebayo Ogunlesi Joins OpenAI’s Board of Directors
OpenAI has announced the addition of Adebayo “Bayo” Ogunlesi to…
AI’s Real MVPs: How Black Business Owners Are Driving Innovation
Black entrepreneurs are leading the charge in the AI revolution,…
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Discover Unique Black Owned Boutique Hotels Across America
Discover the charm and unique experiences offered by Black owned boutique…
Black Ag Ecosystem: Fighting for Black Land and Food Sovereignty
In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, a powerful collective…
Dōgon: The New Culinary Hotspot Opening at Luxury Hotel, Salamander DC
Dōgon, the eagerly awaited restaurant from renowned chef Kwame Onwuachi,…
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…
Demystifying The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA): Separating Fact from Fiction
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), passed in 2020, has stirred…
Business Buying: A Potential Path to Early Retirement
As the Baby Boomer generation prepares for retirement, a vast,…
10 Proven Strategies for Building Wealth and Achieving Financial Independence
Building wealth and achieving financial independence are two of the…
Equity Crowdfunding: A $5 Million Opportunity for Black Entrepreneurs and Investors
In recent years, equity crowdfunding has grown in popularity as…
Angel Investing 101: A Guide to Startup Investing
In this article, we will be exploring the world of…
Black Owned Essentials for November 2023
We’re thrilled to unveil our Black Owned Essentials for November…
Revolutionizing Cancer Care: The Innovative Approach of A28 Therapeutics
Dr. Stanley Lewis is the founder and CEO of A28…
Sudden Cardiac Arrest and the Black Athlete: A Crisis within a Crisis
The spotlight on sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) among Black athletes…