Pharrell Williams Launches ‘Black Ambition’ Initiative For Black and Latinx Entrepreneurs
“We need a voice. We have the smallest slice of the American pie, in terms of ownership," said Williams.
Luxury Jewelry Brand Yenaé Is Bringing Ancient African Glam To The Mainstream
The founders and long-time friends are breaking barriers within the jewelry industry to bring positive awareness and exposure to African countries.
Filmmaker Trey Haley Is Committed To Highlighting Black Legacy On Screen
As the president of Tri Destined studios and with multiple television and film projects in the works, Haley's art is more than just entertainment -- it's empowerment, too
How Beauty Entrepreneur Angela C. Styles, Made A Way With No Blueprint
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How Pinky Cole Bounced Back After Losing Her First Restaurant
You can pick up the pieces after a tragic business loss just like this self-taught restaurateur.
Kim Kimble Haircare Proves That Effective Entrepreneurship Serves A Need
Celebrity hairstylist, Kim Kimble, knows the secret to successful entrepreneurship.
Are you Ready to Start a Business?
"Despite the difficulty of the journey, it’s one of the few paths that can deliver you true economic freedom," says Founders of Color, CEO Kelly Burton
19 Black-Owned Brands You Can Shop At Target For Under $20
Get your tickets today to shop several of these Black-owned brands at the ESSENCE + New Voices Entrepreneur Summit and Target Holiday Market in the ATL!
Courtney Adeleye Contributes $30 Million To New Fund for Women
The beauty "bawse" wants to help entrepreneurs kickstart their business.
Meet Melissa Butler ‘Shark Tank’ Reject-Turned Beauty Entrepreneur
“I’m a rebel with a cause to change the way people think about beauty,” says Butler, founder of the Lip Bar founder.
Three Keys To Succeeding in Business From a Black Woman in Tech Who Soared
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3 Tips to Thrive in Business from Sprinkle of Jesus Founder, Dana Chanel
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Presidential Candidate Pete Buttigieg Unveils Walker-Lewis Plan Aimed At Encouraging Black Entrepreneurship
The proposal named after Madam C.J. Walker and Reginald F. Lewis is estimated to triple the number of minority entrepreneurs in the next ten years.
Blavity's CEO Morgan DeBaun Gives Lessons On Leveling Up
"I was first employee. I was first investor, first founder," Blavity Founder and CEO Morgan DeBaun said.
Beauty Icon Iman Tells ESSENCE Beauty Carnival: 'You Don't Have To Compromise For A Seat At The Table'
The fashion and beauty industry mogul got real at day one of ESSENCE Beauty Carnival about the power that Black beauty brings to companies. Get tickets now for day two!
Shop Black: Why Lingua Nigra Is The Sculptural Jewelry You Need In Your Collection Today
This ethereal jewelry brand was Etsy's featured shop in February—and for good reason.
How These 3 Millennial Black Men Built A Million-Dollar Automotive Business In 1 Year
Thanks to the PTG365 dealerships, located around the U.S., owning a car just got a little easier.
Path To Power: Trade Street Jam Company's Ashley Sneed Is Ready To Shine
Last year Ashley Sneed quit her daytime job working for a major food service company. Now she's running her own business full-time and set to appear in a new television series.
These Furloughed Sisters Relied on Faith, Family, and Cheesecake To Weather Government Shutdown
Sisters Nikki Howard and Jaqi Wright were both furloughed by the federal government. Now they're owners of a budding cheesecake business.