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How new Xbox president Sarah Bond embodies the positives of diverse leadership

Formerly of McKinsey and T-Mobile, Sarah Bond is currently serving as the president of Xbox at Microsoft. Far from an overnight sensation at Microsoft’s gaming division, she has achieved remarkable success through a series of…

By Oji Ben Ebuka January 19, 2024
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Black-owned healthcare brand The Honey Pot Company enters $380 million acquisition deal

Beatrice Dixon’s The Honey Pot Company has entered into a $380 million partnership deal with Compass Diversified (CODI), one of the largest public investment companies in the United States. The acquisition is expected to close…

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Kimberly Dowdell, the first Black woman to lead the American Institute of Architects has some big ideas

With urban areas across the world growing increasingly crowded and multicultural, it is imperative for experts to proactively strive for a sustainable future by enhancing surroundings with practical concepts and remedies. The newly elected President…

By Oji Ben Ebuka January 18, 2024
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David Steward ended 2023 as the Black entrepreneur with the biggest gain of $4.51 billion

The second-richest African-American and the largest shareholder and co-founder of World Wide Technology (WWT), David Steward, ended 2023 on a remarkable note as the Black billionaire with the highest wealth gains in 2023. According to…

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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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