In a world where the global luxury watch market is led by century-old Swiss brands and high-end independent makers that focus on heritage, a new story in watchmaking is emerging in the American South, not in Geneva or Le Brassus. At the center of this new narrative is J Marquel Watch Company. This brand of […]
The financial divide in America has been a persistent problem, disproportionately impacting low-income individuals and communities of color. On June 9, 2026, a new chapter in this struggle began when rap icon LL Cool J officially teamed up with civil rights attorney Ben Crump and his financial empowerment platform DreamFi. This collaboration aims to improve […]
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, shared at the How I Got Here (HIGH) small-business summit and reported by Black Enterprise, […]
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 time as the brand works to strengthen its business model while staying true to its […]
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 company’s growth and highlights Hart’s journey from Hollywood star to a versatile business builder. A […]
