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Black women-owned health startup Birth by Us receives funding to scale its operations

According to the U.S Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) every year in the United States, numerous individuals lose their lives during pregnancy or within the first year after childbirth. Additionally, countless others experience…

By Oji Ben Ebuka February 9, 2024
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Darlene Goins takes the reins as the first Black woman to lead the Wells Fargo Foundation

Wells Fargo has appointed Darlene Goins as the head of its philanthropy and community impact arm and the president of the Wells Fargo Foundation. This significant appointment marks a milestone as Goins becomes the first…

Mahisha Dellinger
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From an idea on a napkin, Mahisha Dellinger has established a multi-million dollar haircare brand

Mahisha Dellinger, formerly a marketing manager at a renowned Fortune 500 Company, has made a remarkable transition to become the founder and CEO of CURLS, a highly successful haircare brand that was launched in 2022…

By Oji Ben Ebuka February 8, 2024
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Alena McQuarter was accepted into medical school at 13; she is now creating pathways for girls in STEM

Alena Analeigh McQuarter doesn’t think of herself as special but as someone who envisages different possibilities. At only 13, she made history as the youngest African American to get accepted into medical school and the…

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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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