Formerly known as Concrete Rose Capital, Westbound Equity Partners aims to inject millions into Black, Latino, and diversity-driven startups. Co-founder Sean Mendy emphasizes the importance of creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem and providing early-stage entrepreneurs with the resources they need to thrive. “This fund is about investing in the best companies and performance. On […]
On April 13, commemorated as “Mamba Day” in honor of the late Los Angeles Lakers icon Bryant’s final NBA game anniversary, Vanessa Bryant, his widow, presented the Los Angeles Dodgers with exclusive Kobe footwear. As reported by Sports Illustrated, the Major League Baseball team received the Nike Kobe 6 LA Dodgers PE shoes on April […]
A former NFL player, Ricardo Lockette, found himself in legal trouble on April 10 in Georgia. The charges against him included possession of a stolen vehicle, along with possessing a firearm, among others. As reported by WSB-TV, Lockette was taken into custody in Fulton County. Ricardo Lockette faces charges related to possessing a firearm during […]
NBA legends Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, and Dwyane Wade, alongside their philanthropic endeavour, the Social Change Fund United (SCFU), have announced a significant investment of $230,000 into two initiatives aimed at uplifting the Black community. This strategic move by the trio, who are not only renowned NBA athletes but also committed philanthropists and entrepreneurs, highlights […]
The urgent crisis of Black maternal health in America demands immediate attention. Shockingly, Black women in the U.S. are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes compared to their white counterparts. Despite this distressing reality persisting for years, recent events continue to underscore the lack of progress in addressing this issue. Just a […]