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At only 27, Timothy Armoo beat the odds to sell his influencer business for eight figures

Growing up in south London, Timothy Armoo had the odds stacked against him. Firstly, that part of the UK capital includes some of the most deprived areas in an otherwise rich city. But Armoo, a…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 14, 2024
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How Bill Spruill created 25 millionaires with the sale of his tech company

Loyalty to a company often pays off in terms of promotions, bonuses or a small salary increment. Most employees don’t envision a million-dollar payout for supporting a business. Yet, that is exactly what Bill Spruill…

By Preta Peace Namasaba March 12, 2024
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Inspired by a child with autism, Ken Sutton created a voice technology company

With the AI boom, smart assistants and voice-enabled speakers have never been more popular. According to Voicebot.ai, more than 45 million adults in the United States have access to a smart speaker and over half…

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Marcia Fudge, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, resigns abruptly without stating a reason

Marcia Fudge, the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), will be stepping down from her position on March 22, she has said in a release that was posted to the department’s website…

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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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