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Black Barbie doll visionary honored with a day

In 1980, Louvenia “Kitty” Black Perkins made history by creating the first Black Barbie doll. The doll shattered barriers in the toy industry as it celebrated women and showcased the diverse history of the popular…

By Preta Peace Namasaba April 2, 2024
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Nourish+Bloom: America’s first Black-owned AI-powered grocery store believes it is the answer to food deserts

A Black-owned autonomous grocery store where shoppers can check in and out without human store assistance is being advertised as a panacea to food deserts across the United States. The store brand, Nourish+Bloom Market, is…

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With under $200 worth of ingredients, these two Black women have built a haircare product sold in 50 countries

There is a widely held consensus that US and European fashion products and marketing can be forgetful of Black women. For instance, at times, Black women’s natural hair can come across as unmanageable. Many over-the-counter…

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Pharrell Williams cleared the student loans of these five and now they are doing same for others

In 2022, Pharrell Williams wiped the student loans of five NAACP student leaders during the start of his Something in the Water Festival. He surprised Robyn Hughes, Damarius Davis, Jamie Turner, Channing Hill, and Davan…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 31, 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…

By Kweku Sampson November 16, 2024
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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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EatOkra hosts first-ever Culinary Creatives Conference for Black food entrepreneurs

EatOkra recently launched its inaugural Culinary Creatives Conference, transitioning from a digital platform to an in-person gathering aimed at empowering Black food entrepreneurs. The event took place at the Metropolitan Pavilion in lower Manhattan, showcasing…

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