Louisiana plantation which was home to the largest slave revolt in American history now under Black ownership

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In 1811, more than 200 enslaved people launched an insurgency in present-day Louisiana. They escaped from sugarcane plantations on the…

This Black-led fintech has distributed over $9 billion in funding for small businesses

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Although there are federal laws that offer protection against lending discrimination, the lingering effects of redlining continue to disadvantage Black…

Improving diversity and inclusion in American workplaces is good for the soul of nation

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In the tapestry of American history, the foundations of diversity are embedded deeply into the origin of what is now…

How “turnaround specialist” Arnold Donald took over a struggling cruise line and doubled its worth

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Although the economy was booming, the profits of Carnival Corporation remained stagnant and shareholders were getting agitated. The company was…

Here are six Black women leading developments in global finance

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Despite global social and economic challenges and some age-long unfavorable traditional practices in societies that hamper the existence and development…

Black-founded cloud computing firm Foundry emerges out of stealth with $350 million valuation

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Foundry, a Black-founded and led cloud computing service provider focused on AI workloads, has emerged out of stealth. According to…

Super Bowl winner Ryan Mundy is investing in response to mental health challenges in Black communities

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The National Institute of Mental Health reports that one in five persons in the United States experiences a discernible mental…

Propelled by the Great Depression, this Black family-owned construction firm has changed the Atlanta skyline

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The Great Depression caused economic turmoil marked by high unemployment levels and extensive decline in business. Amidst the crisis was…

Denise Woodard sold her engagement ring to start a business; her products are now sold in over 14,000 stores

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Denise Woodard went all in when she started allergy-friendly food brand Partake Foods.  She used up her savings, maxed out…

Ismail Ahmed escaped war and has gone on to build one of the world’s most trusted fintech brands

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Ismail Ahmed, the founder of $5 billion-valued Zepz (formerly WorldRemit) was born and raised in Somaliland. He had to escape…