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America’s first Black-owned nationally distributed coffee brand is leveraging growth for community impact

The founders of BLK & Bold, Pernell Cezar and Rod Johnson have a unique approach to entrepreneurship. They have created a highly profitable coffee and tea company that doubles as a social enterprise. The first…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 6, 2024
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How Jehiel Oliver and Hello Tractor are unlocking farming capacities in Africa

Africa has the most extensive supply of cultivable land globally; however, its crop yields fall behind other regions. Approximately half of this disparity can be attributed to the absence of mechanization. The Economist reports that…

By Oji Ben Ebuka February 5, 2024
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Meet the brothers who started Pennsylvania’s first Black-owned brewery

Despite Black people making up approximately 13 percent of the country’s population and accounting for about 12 percent of beer consumers, Black brewers are significantly underrepresented in the United States, comprising less than 1 percent,…

Victoria Monét
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Grammy winner Victoria Monét partners with BMAC to create opportunities for young musicians

Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Victoria Monét has partnered with the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) to launch the BMAC x Victoria Monét Music Maker Grant. This grant aims to assist emerging artists with a monetary award…

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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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