Kimora Lee Simmons is reflecting on one of the biggest business decisions of her career: selling Baby Phat, the fashion label that became both a cultural force and a commercial powerhouse. For many Black women who came of age in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Kimora Lee Simmons was more than a designer. She […]
The textured haircare brand is taking scalp education directly to shoppers with a new experiential retail concept built around confidence, care, and community. In an era when beauty consumers demand more than just products on shelves, SheaMoisture is stepping into experiential retail with purpose. According to reports, the Black-founded haircare brand launched Shea Scalp Studio, […]
Zendesk, a top provider of customer service software, has completed its acquisition of Forethought. Forethought is a Black-led artificial intelligence startup. It is popular for its groundbreaking work in customer support technology. The deal, first announced on March 11, 2026, was finalized after standard regulatory approvals. This marks an important moment in the development of […]
Famous Amos is changing corporate support for Black entrepreneurship with its Ingredients for Success (IFS) Entrepreneurs Initiative. This program combines grant funding, mentorship, and business development resources to help early-stage Black-owned businesses grow sustainably. Now in its sixth year, the initiative awards a total of $150,000 annually in grants, along with structured guidance and access […]
The 8th Annual Black Business Awards Recognition & Exhibition is an annual event hosted by the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce in Madison, Wisconsin. It celebrates Black entrepreneurs, business leaders, and organizations demonstrating excellence in leadership, innovation, and community impact. The event also serves as a networking platform and fundraiser supporting Black business growth and […]
