When entrepreneur Nagela Duperval entered the restaurant business, she imagined a path to financial freedom and cultural influence. Instead, her journey tested her resilience, strained personal relationships, and changed her understanding of entrepreneurship in a tough economy. Her honest reflections,…
Slutty Vegan, the plant-based restaurant brand founded by Aisha “Pinky” Cole Hayes, is growing with new franchise agreements in Atlanta and Washington, D.C. This marks an important step in the company’s long-term growth plan. The announcement comes at a crucial…
In May 2026, plant-based nutrition brand VitaHustle, co-founded by entertainer and entrepreneur Kevin Hart, received a significant investment from Axum Capital Partners, a Black-owned private equity firm focused on health and wellness. This funding marks a new chapter for the…
Byron Allen has completed his acquisition of a majority stake in BuzzFeed, Inc. This marks a new chapter for a brand that once shaped the internet’s editorial and cultural trends. The deal, finalized on May 27, 2026, allows Allen’s investment…
A major shift in financial reality has happened for one of the most prominent figures in Black entrepreneurship. Recent bankruptcy court filings reveal that Slutty Vegan founder Aisha “Pinky” Cole is now facing around $4 million in personal debt. This…
