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Donovan Mitchell Invested $250K of His First Million to Empower Students

When Donovan “Spida” Mitchell stepped onto an NBA court for the first time as a professional, he wasn’t just starting a career; he was laying the groundwork for a lifetime of giving. The Cleveland...

How Her Fantasy Box Is Expanding Black-Owned Wellness Through 4,000 CVS Stores

Her Fantasy Box, a plant-based feminine care brand founded by Kayla Rowe, is set to appear in more than 4,000 CVS Pharmacy stores across the country and launch on CVS.com. This marks the company’s...

6 Must-Know Black-Owned Restaurants That Opened in 2026

Across the United States in 2026, a new wave of Black-owned restaurants is changing how cities experience culture through food. From Afro-Caribbean fine dining on the Las Vegas Strip to cozy bistros...

Happy Ice Makes History as First Black-Owned Dessert Brand at Downtown Disney

Downtown Disney has officially started a new chapter in its retail and dining scene with the opening of Happy Ice. This marks a historic moment as the first permanent Black-owned dessert brand in the...

Meet Johnny Gray III, Founder of America’s First and Only Black-Owned Iron Door Company

In an industry traditionally dominated by established manufacturers and tightly controlled supply chains, Johnny Gray III has found a unique place in American entrepreneurship. As the founder of...

What Investors Are Looking for in Black-Owned Startups Right Now

In 2026, investor interest in Black-owned startups is shifting from a niche or impact-focused funding approach to a broader evaluation of innovation, scalability, and market access. Across the U.S...

Will AI Drive Economic Opportunity or Deepen the Wealth Gap?

As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy in 2026, business leaders and workers face a crucial question: Will AI create broad economic opportunity, or will it deepen existing wealth gaps?...

Drake Reportedly Considers Selling 50% Stake in OVO Brand to Authentic Brands Group

Drake, the multi-platinum rapper, entrepreneur, and cultural icon, is reportedly in talks to sell a 50 percent stake in his OVO brand to Authentic Brands Group. If completed, this deal would be one of...

Black Woman Opens Washington, D.C.’s First Black Woman-Owned Brewery

In a significant moment for Washington, D.C.’s craft beer scene, entrepreneur Eamoni Collier has opened Urban Garden Brewhouse. She is recognized as the first Black woman to start a brick-and-mortar...