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This 12-year-old Ghanaian-American writer has two books in the Library of Congress and on his way to being a literary giant

Nicholas Buamah, a 12-year-old Ghanaian-American is an author, TV producer and philanthropist who consistently surpasses expectations. His latest book, The Sky Is Not The Limit: Positive Affirmations To Help You Rise Above The Sky, published…

By Oji Ben Ebuka February 19, 2024
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Meet Everett Harper, the man called in to fix the infamous Obamacare website mess of 2013

Problems were immediately apparent when US government-run healthcare.gov officially launched on 1 October 2013. That is the official website for the Affordable Care Act (ACA, 2010), otherwise known as Obamacare. But the high demand on the…

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Blapp: This app will help you find Black-owned businesses across the United States

According to McKinsey, the collective economic power of Black people is set to reach $1.7 trillion by 2030, nearly doubling from an estimated $910 billion before the pandemic. Economic empowerment means stronger Black communities with…

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Jean Brownhill built an “Uber for contractors” matching them to projects; she’s now facilitated $3.5 billion in construction business

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, women only provide ten percent of services directly needed in construction. The gender gap is wider at the executive level where less than three percent of the…

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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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