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Julius Montgomery: The first Black technician to work at pre-NASA aeronautical station Cape Canaveral

Among the heroic African-American pioneers who triumphed over structural and professional adversities to chalk a first is Julius Montgomery, the first African American technical professional to work at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Before…

By Oji Ben Ebuka February 22, 2024
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How Black women-owned businesses have become the fastest growing in the US

In recent years, Black women have emerged as the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States. Findings have revealed that Black women account for nearly 70 percent of the micro businesses owned by Black…

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Man sues Powerball for $340 million prize money as lottery operators claim his winning numbers were advertised by mistake

The odds of being struck by lightning over the next year are incredibly better than winning the jackpot.  There’s about a one in 300 million chance of winning the Powerball or Mega Millions. But John…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 21, 2024
Larry Farrish Jr. and Levi
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Pure Black joy: School bus driver comes through on Pajama Day for poor first-grader who didn’t have any

Larry Farrish Jr., a Jefferson County school bus driver, earned praise as the hero of Levi, a first-grader who lacked pajamas for the school’s pajama day. Farrish took the initiative to purchase pajamas for Levi,…

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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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