Calling All Business Owners: Vendor Applications For The 2022 ESSENCE Festival Are Still Open!
Apply today to get your business in front of thousands at the ESSENCE Marketplace as we return live to NOLA!
Pharrell Williams and Felecia Hatcher Discuss Year Two Of Black Ambition Entrepreneurship Prize
Applications are now open for Black and Latinx entrepreneuzrs to secure up to $1 Million in funding for their existing business ventures
Honest Conversations About Managing Up And Emotional Health Were At The Forefront Of She's Got Next Brunch
Black women leaders across industries motivated, encouraged and inspired wives, parents and caretakers of professional athletes at the inaugural event at NKSFB Sports Wealth Summit.
The Family Business: These Partners Are Building Generational Wealth Through Entrepreneurship
It’s been said that a family that gets money together, stays together.
Pinky Cole And Derrick Hayes Are Hot In The Kitchen On ESSENCE Jan/Feb Cover
For the entrepreneurs behind Slutty Vegan and Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, a love of food and community—and now each other—has turned their multimillion-dollar businesses into a family affair.
Epic Black Woman-Owned Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For Any Mom In Your Life
This Mother's Day, you can pick the perfect gift to create a big or small experience for the mom or maternal influences in your life.
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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