John Hope Bryant, the CEO and founder of Operation HOPE, made a significant announcement at Albany State University’s fall graduation, where he served as the commencement speaker. John Hope revealed a $1.8 million donation aimed at supporting 70 graduates from the historically Black university who are aspiring entrepreneurs. This event took place on December 14 […]
With nearly 30 years in education, Sharif El-Mekki has seen how Black students often face challenges in schools that aren’t set up to help them succeed. As a former teacher and principal, El-Mekki believes that one of the biggest problems is the lack of Black teachers. To fix this, he started the Center for Black […]
On August 10, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, the state’s oldest Black-owned newspaper, marked a significant milestone—its 90th anniversary. Tracy Williams-Dillard, the current owner, proudly celebrated the paper’s rich history, reflecting on its journey. “I’m overwhelmed with joy and happiness, and it just feels phenomenal. That’s all I can say,” Williams-Dillard shared. “To know that my family’s […]
Harlem Capital, a venture capital firm founded in 2019 by Henri Pierre-Jacques and Jarrid Tingle, is looking to raise $150 million, surpassing its previous record of $134 million raised in 2021. Initially angel investors in startups, real estate, and non-technology sectors, Pierre-Jacques and Tingle transitioned into venture capital focused on underserved entrepreneurs during their time […]
A lot of people will soon savour the flavours of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks as the popular black-owned food brand announces its expansion into North Carolina and Florida. Founded in Atlanta by Derrick Hayes, a native of West Philadelphia, Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks quickly became a local favourite, leading to multiple locations throughout Georgia. Now, the restaurant […]
