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Founder Workshop · HBM Zero to Traction™

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HBM Institute
Founder Workshop · HBM Zero to Traction™

Turn your early idea into evidence, traction, and a path forward.

A focused 3-hour virtual workshop for aspiring founders and early-stage businesses.

$149 OCT 29, 2026
12–3 PM or 6–9 PM ET
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Business

Markets. Companies. Capital.

Flau’jae Johnson: From college basketball and music to the WNBA

Flau’jae Johnson’s Path: A Dual Journey Through Basketball and Music From the moment Flau’jae Johnson stepped into the national spotlight, it was clear she wasn’t following a...

How to build wealth as a Black professional in 2026

Navigating the Path to Black Professional Wealth Building in 2026 The landscape of financial opportunity and challenge shifts constantly, and for Black professionals in 2026, understanding these...

Black Farmers Open Birmingham’s First Neighbourhood Grocery Store in Nearly 70 Years

The city of Birmingham, Alabama, has witnessed a truly significant event: the opening of its first new neighborhood grocery store in nearly seventy years, spearheaded by a collective of local Black...

Colin Kaepernick Is Turning Public Influence Into Independent Enterprise

In July 2024, Colin Kaepernick announced Lumi, a storytelling platform intended to help creators develop, publish and merchandise their work. The company said it had raised $4 million in seed funding...

Structural Friction: The Executive Management Challenges Facing Dallas County’s New Top Prosecutor

On November 3, the Texas Secretary of State’s returns gave Amber Givens 592,506 votes in the Dallas County district attorney’s race. For the office she is set to lead in January, the more immediate...

From Factory Floor to Retail Shelf: How Wholesale Distribution Actually Works

Imagine a product, freshly made in a factory. It could be anything from a new smartphone to a designer jacket or a gourmet food item. For most consumers, the journey from that factory to the store...

Sport

Rajah Caruth is Rewriting the Rules of NASCAR Racing

Rajah Caruth started from pole at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 1, 2024. He ran near the front, made a late pit stop with his team and held off the field for his first NASCAR national-series win...

Why Black Athletes Are Taking Back Control of Their Talent and Economic Power

LeBron James did not buy Liverpool Football Club in 2021. He and business partners Maverick Carter and Paul Wachter converted an earlier interest in the club into a stake in Fenway Sports Group...

How Lewis Hamilton is Leveraging His F1 Influence to Challenge Inequality and Advance Diversity

Lewis Hamilton holds most of the records that matter in Formula One — more race wins than anyone, a record 104 pole positions, and seven world championships tied with Michael Schumacher for the most...

Matthew Golden’s 100-Yard Breakout Is Changing His Place in Green Bay’s Future

Matthew Golden caught five passes for 100 yards and a touchdown against Atlanta. Green Bay lost 35–14. Jordan Love threw 53 times; the Packers gained 17 yards on the ground. The score pushed Green Bay...

Pitcher, Dropout, Legend: The Shocking Week Dave Stewart Quit Baseball

At 29, Dave Stewart was ready to walk away from baseball. Years of frustration with Texas and Philadelphia had worn him down, and he told his former Dodgers teammate Dusty Baker as much. Baker...

Jayden Daniels’ Injury: The Scans That Will Decide Washington’s Future

The first X-rays answered one question about the latest Jayden Daniels injury. His left elbow was dislocated, but no fracture was detected. That is good news. It is also incomplete. Further imaging...
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Scale-Ops Gateway™ · Launch Workshop

Name the constraint. Prove the market. Install the first systems.

Growth should be built on clarity, not guesswork. Join the Scale-Ops Gateway™ Launch Workshop, a focused three-hour virtual session designed to help founders and business owners examine what is holding their operations back, validate their next move, and identify the systems they need to support their next stage of growth.

Workshop Registration $149 Scale-Ops Gateway™ Launch Workshop OCTOBER 27, 2026 Choose your preferred session 12–3 PM ET OR 6–9 PM ET Explore the Workshop →

Leadership

The people setting the standard.

Zeita Merchant Breaks New Ground as First Black Female Admiral in U.S. Coast Guard History

In an unprecedented milestone, Zeita Merchant, a native of Jackson, Mississippi, is set to become the first Black woman to attain the rank of admiral in the U.S. Coast Guard’s 233-year history...

10 Black Inventors Who Changed Everyday Life

Many Black inventors who changed daily life are frequently overlooked when discussing innovation. However, their concepts subtly influence everything from home comforts to traffic safety in the...

Black Politicians You Need to Know in 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of American politics, black politicians continue to make significant strides, breaking barriers and shaping the future of governance. As 2024 takes shape, it’s...

Ashleigh Johnson: Leading the Way in Water Polo and Inspiring Black Youth

Ashleigh Johnson, an Olympic water polo star, is not only excelling in her sport but also uplifting black youth through her achievements and influence. Johnson made history in 2016 as the first Black...

How Kamala Harris Led 59th Annual ‘Bloody Sunday’ March in Selma

Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black woman to hold the office in the United States, took a significant step in leading the 59th annual Bloody Sunday march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in...

Meet Silas Adekunle: The Black Innovator Behind the World’s First Intelligent Gaming Robot

Silas Adekunle, a visionary Nigerian inventor and technology entrepreneur, has made remarkable strides in robotics and gaming innovation.  He is best known for creating the world’s first...

Memorial Day: 15 Black Celebrities Who Served in the Military

As we celebrate Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember those who have served in the military. For many with family members in the U.S. Military, this day is a solemn occasion to reflect on those...

30 Most Powerful Blacks On Wall Street

Wall Street, the financial heartbeat of the world, has long been a symbol of wealth, power, and influence. Historically dominated by a homogeneous group, the landscape is gradually evolving to reflect...
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Royal Society University Research Fellowship: Funding, Eligibility and the 2028 Application Window

The Royal Society’s University Research Fellowship supports early-career scientists seeking to build independent research careers in the United Kingdom or, under separate funding arrangements, the...

Freelancer vs. Full-Time Employee: Which Is Better for Your Business?

A business needs the right people to grow, but deciding how to bring those people into the organisation can be challenging. Should you hire a full-time employee who becomes part of your team, or...

Entry-Level Jobs: How to Get Hired With Little or No Experience

One of the most frustrating parts of starting a career is seeing job advertisements that describe a position as entry-level but still request previous work experience. For recent graduates, school...

7 Black Celebrities Secretly Funding HBCU Scholarships Right Now

Coco Gauff’s latest gift to UNCF was announced in January: $150,000 for scholarships for HBCU tennis players. It followed a $100,000 contribution the year before. UNCF also reported that 10 students...

Remote Jobs: How to Find Legitimate Work-from-Home Opportunities

Remote job has changed how people think about employment. Professionals no longer need to live near a company’s office to explore every opportunity, and businesses can recruit talent across...

Your Degree Is Not Your Only Advantage: Skills Employers Notice

For many graduates and young professionals, earning a degree represents years of hard work, financial investment, and personal sacrifice. It is understandable to expect that qualification to open...

Your Next Great Employee May Not Be Looking for a Job

Finding the right employee can be one of the most important decisions a business makes. The right hire can strengthen a team, improve productivity, serve customers more effectively, and help an...

The 15 Most Stylish Black Celebrities at Fall Fashion Week and What Their Looks Say

Zendaya arrived at Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2026 show in Paris wearing a white shirt dress with an extended collar, a high-low bubble hem and a wide black belt. The shape was dramatic, while the styling...
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