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 […]
Black-owned businesses continue to be a significant yet underutilized source of economic expansion throughout the United States. However, some federal economic policies are influencing their prospects (and constraints). These include ways that many entrepreneurs perceive but few mainstream media outlets have adequately described. Here is a closer look at six significant policy variables that are […]
Black Americans make up nearly 14% of the U.S. population but only own 3.3% of the businesses. A closer look at regional data reveals that the South stands out as a hub for Black entrepreneurship. Here’s a rundown of the top 10 metropolitan areas in the South where black-owned businesses thrive, according to a recent […]
Black-owned businesses play an essential role in the U.S. economy by driving innovation, creating jobs, and contributing to the community. However, these businesses often face unique challenges that hinder their success. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the state of these businesses in the United States, including key statistics, their contributions to the economy, […]
The Sun reports that the role of James Bond, MI6’s renowned spy, is reportedly being offered to British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 33. Though he’s yet to confirm, if he accepts, he’d be the eighth actor to portray Bond since the series began in 1962. Taylor-Johnson, known for roles in Kick-Ass and Avengers: Age of Ultron, […]