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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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, 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...
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...