Ayanna Pressley Has No Time For Your Apathy
In an ESSENCE exclusive, the Massachusetts congresswoman reflects on her career, the two years she's spent on Capitol Hill and why there is no place for apathy in 2020.
MLK III Passionately Addresses March On Washington Crowd
"We are courageous but conscious of our health," MLK III said to a mostly masked crowd. "We are socially distanced but spiritually united. We're masking our faces, but not our faith in freedom."
Dear Black Women: Always Know Your Worth
"We're in demand right now. We don't have to sit around and tolerate just anything anymore,” says Minda Harts, CEO of The Memo.
Founder Keenan Beasley On Why Black Business Month Matters
"Black people often create the market. Our influence can be an amazing asset to building wealth," says Venture Noire founder Keenan Beasley.
Raising Capital While Black...And A Woman
After raising a record $8 million in funding for her company Resilia, Sevetri Wilson has some words of wisdom for Black Women.
Should You Launch A Business In 2020?
According to these boss women, if you've got the right kind of business and the ability to pivot, now just might be the time.
Chirlane McCray, Richelieu Dennis And Marc Morial On How To Eliminate The Racial Wealth Gap
The three leaders gathered to talk about the true meaning of economic equity.
Black Maternal Health And How Societal Stressors Impact Our Bodies
Johnson & Johnson’s Senior Medical Director of Women’s Health, Dr. Robyn R. Jones, OBGYN got real about the trials of Black maternal heath in America.
Reminder: Our Silence...And Our Dollars Are Complicit
This Juneteenth one of the urgent and effective ways we can honor our ancestors is by putting our coins where it counts most: back into our community.
Meet The Youngest Black Woman Ever To Have Worked On The NYSE
Since Lauren Simmons left her NYSE trading job, her career has been a testament to what can be accomplished when you strike out on your own
From Aaliyah To Cardi B: Juliette Jones Reflects On Working With Industry Greats
The Atlantic Records executive reflects on working with star talents and what it takes to make it in the music world.
As Second Wave Of PPP Relief Nears Depletion, Black-Owned Bank Steps In
Teri Williams, president of OneUnited Bank, has some major advice for Black-owned businesses battling the COVID-19 economy.
Mona Scott-Young Has Always Been A Boss
Mona Scott-Young changed the reality TV game but make no mistake, she’s always been a boss
In 'Changing The Equation,' Black Women In STEM Are Given Due Recognition
"There are so many phenomenal Black women past and present and they ought to be household names," says Tonya Bolden, author of 'Changing the Equation: 50+ US Black Women in STEM.'
How Trinity Mouzon Wofford Struck "Golde"
Meet Trinity Mouzon Wofford, one of the youngest Black women to launch a line at Sephora
This Founder Tells Us How She Went From Layoff To Big Payoff
Skai Blue Media founder Rakia Reynolds understands that the right attitude can turn a tough situation into a prosperous business
Meet 5 Black Women Who Are Making A Splash In The Art World
And no, they aren’t artists
If You Ask Arlan Hamilton, Leaning To Delegate Is The Key To Success
In the latest episode of UnBossed podcast, Backstage Capital founder Arlan Hamilton shares details of her new life as an entrepreneur and the many lessons that she's learned along the way.