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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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SB Fuller was the richest African-American in the mid-20th century but he had controversial views on the racism suffered by Black people

Despite living in one of the most repressive eras in American history, Samuel B. “SB” Fuller ardently believed that anyone in America could prosper through hard work, dedication and entrepreneurship. His rise in the business…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 29, 2024
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Carla Harris executed the largest biotech follow-on offering in U.S. history but she’s not stopping there

With nearly four decades of experience in investment banking, Carla Harris is one of Wall Street‘s most influential executives. She has executed multimillion-dollar transactions such as the initial public offerings for UPS, Martha Stewart Living…

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Meet Vaughan Gething, Europe’s first Black head of government

If you discount the pedantic insistence on their unique geographical separation from the continent, the United Kingdom of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales is very much European. This makes Humphrey Vaughan ap David Gething,…

By Nii Ntreh March 28, 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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