After leaving high school at the age of 16, Raynell Steward, also known as Wuzzam Supa or Supa Cent, developed a strong work ethic. She persuaded her aunt to hire her at an aquarium and…
During his real estate career, T. Dallas Smith became the first African-American broker at Cushman & Wakefield of Georgia and developed the brokerage division for H.J. Russell & Company in 1995. He served as vice…
Captain Theresa Claiborne, the first African-American woman to fly in the United States Air Force, has celebrated her retirement. On her final flight on May 23, she landed a United 787 Dreamliner in Newark, New…
Glam-Aholic Lifestyle has been described as not only a brand but also as a movement, one that prioritizes affordable luxury. Its fashion accessories resonate with women from all walks of life and have sold out…
The pandemic unequivocally changed how we work. It shook up the traditional workplace setup and ushered in the remote work era. According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 22 million employed adults in the U.S.…
Ideas and beliefs become traditions after being passed down generations. Traditions capture the essence of a culture, understand their needs and aspirations and manifest innovative measures to build and protect community. They are tested by…
Wallace “Wally” Amos, entrepreneur and founder of Famous Amos cookies has died at the age of 88. His family, in a statement, said Amos died from complications with dementia at his home in Honolulu. “With…
Freddie Figgers is the proverbial stone that the builders rejected. Abandoned as a newborn next to a dumpster, he was adopted by an elderly couple in rural Florida. His spirit was crushed when he discovered…
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