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Nigerian fintech Cleva Banking receives Silicon Valley cash to fix global US dollar challenge

Africa-focused fintech startup Cleva Banking led by Nigerian entrepreneur Tolu Alabi has successfully raised $1.5 million to help its work. The recent pre-seed funding round was led by San Francisco-headquartered 1984 Ventures, with the participation…

By Preta Peace Namasaba January 18, 2024
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OneUnited was on the ropes when Kevin Cohee took charge but it’s the biggest Black-owned bank in the US now

Kevin Cohee acquired a struggling financial institution in 1995 and managed to turn it around. Through aggressive expansion and extensive marketing campaign, he established OneUnited Bank. Today, Cohee is the owner, Chairman and CEO of…

By Preta Peace Namasaba January 16, 2024
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Five things to know about Racquel Oden, the first woman to shape Black futures from the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Merrill Lynch alum Racquel Oden has been appointed as the chair of the board of trustees for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). She is the first woman to hold the position in the organization’s…

By Preta Peace Namasaba January 15, 2024
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The Don Peebles story: Building a $5 billion real estate portfolio

Don Peebles is the founder and CEO of The Peebles Corporation, one of the largest Black-owned development corporations in the United States. He leveraged his position as a real estate sales agent and appraiser at…

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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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