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Usher won’t be paid for Super Bowl halftime show but here are six ways he invests money

Usher has been determined to return to football’s biggest stage following his two-minute routine at the Super Bowl XLV halftime show in Arlington, Texas. 12 years later, he is headlining the upcoming halftime show performance…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 5, 2024
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Did you know Grammys rap winner Killer Mike is also a very astute businessman?

More than two decades after he first grabbed a golden gramophone at America’s most celebrated music awards show in 2003, Killer Mike was back again on the night of February 4, 2024 to accentuate his…

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As the first Black owner of a credit monitoring firm, Quintel Sumrall hopes to give everyday people a chance

Today’s society is one where ensuring financial stability, safeguarding personal information, maintaining a positive credit score, and monitoring credit activities are of utmost importance. As such, there exists a profitable prospect for experienced entrepreneurs who…

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How Howard Akumiah’s Locker Room transformed live audio at $42 billion streaming giant Spotify

The internet has become the new third space, with daily conversations and synergies being transferred online. This has created a boom in the technology market for innovations that simultaneously broadcast live. In 2021, Spotify acquired…

By Preta Peace Namasaba February 2, 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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