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These three Yale Law graduates have founded a retail firm with revenues of nearly $200 million

While at Yale Law School, Ademola Adewale-Sadik, Michael Nance, and Walker Brumskine were among the few Black students. They shared similar backgrounds and soon became friends, spending their time brainstorming means on how to make…

By Preta Peace Namasaba April 18, 2024
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City in Illinois transfers reparations funds to Black-owned bank

Evanston, a city in Illinois has transferred its reparations fund to Liberty Bank, a Black-owned bank. The Evanston Reparations Committee has deposited $17 million to the financial establishment, which has been invested and committed to…

By Preta Peace Namasaba April 17, 2024
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Why two Black podcasters declined a multimillion-dollar Spotify deal

According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), intellectual property (IP) refers to the creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names, and images used in commerce. The…

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Morgan Price makes history as first HBCU athlete  to win a national collegiate championship in gymnastics

Morgan Price, a sophomore at Fisk University has made sporting history. She claimed an all-around title at the 2024 USA Gymnastics Women’s Collegiate National Championships in West Chester, Pennsylvania during the weekend. Price is the…

By Preta Peace Namasaba April 16, 2024

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Dr. Juliette aims to transform healthcare access in Africa as Mercy Ships diplomatic ambassador

Dr. Juliette M. Tuakli is embarking on a new chapter in her mission to improve healthcare across Africa, having recently been appointed as the Diplomatic Ambassador for Mercy Ships. With her extensive experience in healthcare…

By Kweku Sampson November 16, 2024
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[WATCH] 30 trailblazing Industry leaders honored at the BlackStars Experience Gala in New York City

Gotham Hall, nestled in the heart of Broadway, New York City, transformed into a hub of celebration and excellence as the BlackStars Experience Gala honored 30 trailblazing Black industry leaders. This annual event, held on…

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2024 BlackStars Experience convenes over 2,000 professionals and industry leaders for three days of learning, connections and inspiration in NYC

The BlackStars Experience 2024, hosted by PanaGenius, brought together leaders, innovators, and community members for a transformative event in New York City, celebrating Black achievement, diversity, and leadership across sectors. From inspiring panels to networking…

By Kweku Sampson November 12, 2024
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How these friends turned a casual conversation at a barbecue into a $2 billion dollar firm

With over $2.2 billion in assets under management, GenNx360 Capital Partners is one of the nation’s largest Black-owned private equity firms. The New York based firm focuses on acquiring middle-market business services and industrial companies…

By Preta Peace Namasaba November 3, 2024
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