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Zoey Williams earned her first pilot’s license at the age of 16 and now Air Canada’s first Black female pilot

Black pilots remain a rarity for airlines in North America. According to the Federal Aviation Association Black pilots represent less than four percent of the profession in the US as of 2023 – an astonishingly…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 28, 2024
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How Wayne-Kent Bradshaw became CEO of the bank that denied his immigrant mother a job

As a teenager, Wayne-Kent Bradshaw’s mother left him in Jamaica to find work in Los Angeles where employment opportunities are better. She applied for a job at Broadway Federal Bank but didn’t get the position.…

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Tyler Perry lends support to Cocoa Brown with $400,000 after her home was razed by fire

Farrah “Cocoa” Brown experienced a tragic fire that destroyed her home in Fayetteville, GA, where she resides with her young son, Phoenix. Known for her roles in “For Better or Worse” and various other productions,…

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Meet three Black women executives championing Black-owned brands in the $7 trillion retail industry

Ranging from groceries, technology, and drugs to fashion and beauty supplies, the retail industry is interlinked with our daily lives. African Americans are the second-largest consumer group and hold a large stake in the $7…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 27, 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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