The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) received a significant boost for its black business development initiatives. The Fifth Third Foundation pledged $1.1 million to support the innovative Centers of Excellence Certificate Program (COECP) until 2026. This program empowers NMSDC-certified minority-owned businesses (MBEs) by equipping them with the tools and connections needed to compete for […]
British Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua has significantly increased his wealth, nearly adding $100 million to his career earnings from boxing matches. Based on information gathered by Black Elite, Joshua recently pocketed over $50 million (£30 million) from his recent heavyweight match against Francis Ngannou. In 2023, Forbes reported that Joshua earned about $53 million, which […]
Black music experienced another robust year in 2023, with hip-hop celebrating its 50th anniversary and the emergence of various genres globally, including afrobeat, amapiano, dancehall, punk, club, and drill. Many of the year’s biggest hits owed their success to the talented individuals behind the scenes. \ These directors cannot only take a song and turn […]
Emma Grede is a visionary entrepreneur and a key player behind the Kardashian billion-dollar empire. At 40 years old, Emma Grede holds the title of co-founder and CEO of the renowned denim brand Good American, as well as being a founding partner in Kim Kardashian’s shapewear line, SKIMS. But her influence in the fashion industry […]
Real Madrid’s midfielder, Jude Bellingham, faces a two-game suspension after an alleged display of aggression towards referee Jesus Gil Manzano during a recent match. The incident occurred when Bellingham protested a decision by the referee by yelling, “It’s a f**king goal,” shortly after the full-time whistle was blown. In a statement to the press, Bellingham […]
