The debate on whether in-person working environments versus remote has come into play. Some workers believe that in-person work leads to better problem-solving tactics, beneficial training, especially for new employees while strengthening corporate settings. eCommerce Business John Wright, who operates a small internet-based service helping consumers receive discounted packaged deals on cellular phones and plans,…
“That’s when I realized that I had fallen in love with not just makeup, but making people feel good about themselves. I was good at my job.” LAMIK CEO kim Roxie , 2022 Kim Roxie, founder of LAMIK Beauty, has always been passionate about revealing the inner beauty in everyone. Through founding a successful business…
Vice President Kamala Harris used her time at Freedman’s Bank Forum to announce new public and private-sector efforts to advance racial equity. Harris said the administration recognizes the continued difficulty that Black-owned businesses have in finding funding. She acknowledged that they routinely are the first to suffer during an economic downturn. Among a slate of…
We hear the term “women’s empowerment,” but do we really stand on it? Backbiting, catfights, and jealousy seem to be the norm depicted on reality TV and in the media when it comes to women and their circles. But Charlene Taylor, the founder, owner, and CEO of Sexy Diva World, Inc.,successfully leads this global movement…
In school, students are learning new skills that will help them achieve their dreams. For a growing number of them, these dreams include owning their own business. Small businesses are an important part of the American economy and have accounted for two out of every three jobs added in the past 25 years, according to…
Recently, Denny’s announced its commitment to the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program created by the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA). Denny’s and MFHA have enjoyed a successful 25-year alliance and, as a new Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership partner, Denny’s will help MFHA reach its goal of creating 100 Black-owned franchises by 2023….
By Contributing Writer Frenetta Tate Do you find yourself struggling to get motivated? Are there things you want to do but just can’t seem to make yourself do them? If so, you’re not alone. A lot of people struggle with this issue. In fact, it’s one of the biggest challenges many people face when trying…
We all have attended parties, but have you had the Sam Ford aka “Sam Mac” and Mike Taylor aka “Mike T.” experience? Known for sophistication and first-class events, this duo has not only set the standard for first-rate events but raised the bar. What they contribute to this industry is more than bringing people together…
The National Football League announced today its partnership with Contract with Black America Institute, an economic inclusion-focused initiative led by artist and entrepreneur O’Shea Jackson, also known as Ice Cube. The CWBA and NFL partnership enhances the NFL’s dedication to increasing economic equity and partnerships with Black-owned businesses. The collaboration focuses on identifying League-wide opportunities…
Transcending Black Excellence (TBE), the first and only e-commerce app for Black-owned businesses launched on Juneteeth (June 19), to level the playing field of advertising. Available from the Apple App Store and Google Play, TBE is a one-stop shop for Black-owned businesses to market their services and products. Consumers can access a free nationwide directory…
Black Business Month is celebrated in August — it’s a time to acknowledge and appreciate Black-owned businesses across the nation and all that they represent in the country’s continual striving for diversity and equality. Denise Moore, CEO of the Black Business Alliance in Peoria, Illinois, has this to say about the importance of Black Business…
The last few years have been rocky times for the 32.5 million U.S. small businesses, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). They have faced big challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages, and rising inflation. These firms, which account for 43.5% of gross domestic product, are also facing a lending crunch. The…
Small businesses are the heartbeat of communities. They pump life into neighborhoods, making them vibrant places to live, work and raise families, and are key to millions of local jobs. In fact, approximately 50% of all Americans are employed by a small business and 99% of American businesses are small businesses, according to the U.S….
New research is offering insights into how the world can recover and rebuild from the pandemic, along with how individuals and organizations can address issues they care about in their communities. “Civic Life Today: The State of Global Civic Engagement,” which was commissioned by Points of Light and designed and executed by INFLUENCE|SG, studied attitudes…
Founders First CDC to Award Another $100,000 to Minority Businesses Throughout the State to Createand Promote Premium Wage Employment Opportunities in Underserved CommunitiesTexas, June 23, 2022 – Founders First CDC, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowersexpansion in diverse founder-led, revenue-generating businesses, announced the second wave of its newJob Creators Quest Grant which will award…
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If you’ve launched a small business or dream of becoming a business owner, the task may seem daunting. The good news is, helpful resources – and funding sources – are available to support you as you plan, start and grow your business. Here are tips specifically for women and women of color business owners, that…
Mostyn Law’s HeartBEAT of the Campus Awards has recognized fifteen Houston-area students for their successes on campus and in the community, providing each with a $1,000 check in support of their further studies. The students were feted at a special reception, hosted by Mostyn Law co-founder Amber Mostyn in the law firm’s Galleria-area offices. As…
Today, the Small Business Digital Alliance (SBDA) announced its national members and a slate of upcoming events. The SBDA is a new public-private co-sponsorship between the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Business Forward, Inc., a nonprofit organization working with small business leaders in support of policies promoting America’s economic competitiveness, focused on connecting entrepreneurs…
By d-mars.com News Provider Wells Fargo recently announced a $20 million donation to the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity, also known as the Houston Equity Fund, to provide small business owners with new ways to grow and own more of their businesses. The Houston Equity Fund will distribute the funding in the…