Remote work is on the decline. Today, more large companies are pushing for their employees to come back to the office. Job postings for remote positions have decreased, and now new research shows the pandemic-driven work-from-home era may be over. The most recent Labor Department study shows nearly 75% of businesses reported their employees rarely…
Known for her extravagant closet and sense of style, Theresa Roemer is also a renowned host of Houston’s top philanthropic events. This year’s Fashion Woodlands, held in Roemer’s Tomball mansion, marked the perfect start to the Holiday Season. Guests were greeted with elegance as they mingled, enjoyed cocktails, and learned about the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The…
November 2023
During the Moguls in the Making competition 60 students, grouped into teams of four from 15 HBCUs, will be asked to develop and pitch business ideas that promote economic mobility. Event fosters HBCU student entrepreneurship; empowerment. For the fifth year, Ally and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the largest organization exclusively representing the Black College…
To prepare for the hectic holiday shopping season, Amazon plans to hire 5,100 people in the Houston area. The project is part of a larger attempt by the Seattle-based online retail behemoth to hire 250,000 people across its U.S. operations network. The tasks range from selecting and packing to sorting and shipping orders and include…
Terrence Gee and family gift to help establish CAAAS postdoctoral fellowship Gee ’86, a member of the humanities advisory council as well as the Rice council of Trustees, and his wife, Terri, have long been advocates for the humanities at Rice. The Dr. Anthony B. Pinn Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to attract the greatest and…
Honeyland Festival announced its full Impact program for its inaugural festival celebrating Black culture through food, beverage, music and more. The impact initiatives laid out by the Honeyland Festival solidify the event’s commitment to not only celebrate but give back and support the Black community as well. The two-day festival will be held at The…
October 2023
“We have to protect and preserve what we already have.” ~ J.D. Garnier Sr. The so-called wealth gap is the substantial disparity in wealth between white and black families. According to data from 2021, white families have a median net worth of more than $188k, while black families have a net worth of less than…
Greetings from the Acres Home Chamber for Business and Economic Development! Our core mission revolves around empowering small businesses, entrepreneurs, and our community by offering a diverse range of programs, seminars, and workshops in business development, professional growth, leadership, team building, education, and financial literacy. We also collaborate with various partners to bolster economic growth…
Children with special needs often require specialized care and support to thrive and reach their full potential. Special needs clinics dedicated to pediatric care play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive, tailored services to address the unique needs of these young individuals and their families. In this article, we explore the importance of special needs…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Founded in 2019 by three Black women, Fearless Fund has championed economic empowerment and opportunity for women of color. Their flagship initiative, the Fearless Strivers Grant Contest, has provided substantial financial support to Black women entrepreneurs, with awards reaching up to $20,000. However,…
African Americans are about two times more likely to have Alzheimer’s disease than the non-Hispanic white population. There’s a disproportionate occurrence of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias within the Black community. Patricia, the founder of PBAILEY ENTERPRISES/dba The PBailey Group and iCare Products Solutions, is renowned for her expertise as a strategic marketing and sales…
“Amazing things happen when women help other women.” According to a study by Always Platinum revealed that modern women exhibit a range of characteristics that distinguish them from their predecessors. Specifically, contemporary women are inclined to split the bill on a dinner date, express their opinions freely, and possess the ability to balance their emotions…
Spark Speakers LIVE! It is a dynamic one-day event set to take place on Thursday, October 12 in Houston at Texas Southern University from 4 to 8 p.m. Spark Speakers LIVE! It brings a blend of insightful learning and pure entertainment for business-minded attendees who will enjoy a Panel Discussion Between Finance Experts, Small Business…
By: d-mars.com News Provider NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, Stacy M. Brown What are you doing to provide a haven for those who have worked under your leadership? Sean “Diddy” Combs has gifted his Bad Boy family with life-changing anniversary gifts. According to Billboard, the music mogul has decided to return the publishing rights of…
August 2023
By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Building wealth is not as easy as it sounds. It can take time, discipline and a plan to keep those dollars protected. However, if done correctly, it can provide security for your family for years to come. No matter where you are in your personal financial journey, there are steps…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Encouraging and supporting black entrepreneurship in Houston, or any other city, is essential for fostering diversity, innovation, and economic growth. Here are some tips for black entrepreneurs in Houston: Remember that each business journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to entrepreneurship. Adapt these tips to your specific business…