Category: Business
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Keon Williams, the first Black Tacos 4 Life franchisee, opens a location in Charlotte, blending bold flavors with a mission to fight hunger through the Meal 4 Meal program.
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Maxine Duffus, Sheffield’s first Black female bus driver, transitions to a new venture after 39 years of running her boutique. Learn more about her inspiring journey and upcoming mobile business.
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Discover how Gridmaster Solar One, the first Black-owned global solar franchise, is transforming renewable energy with innovative solutions and community empowerment.
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Stephanie Wangui becomes Burgundy’s first Black winemaker, charting a groundbreaking path in the wine industry.
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Calvin Butler made history in 2022 as Exelon’s first Black president and CEO. Learn about his career, leadership, and recognition in the energy sector.
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Learn how Kenneth Chenault became one of the first Black CEOs of a Fortune 500 company and transformed American Express into a global leader.
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Discover how Deseri Kelley became the first Black woman to open a designer store at Galleria Dallas, redefining luxury and empowering women through her innovative handbag collection.
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Discover how South Africa’s first Black-owned bank, TymeBank, reached a $1.5 billion valuation, becoming Africa’s ninth unicorn.
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Discover how Alicia Scott’s Range Beauty made history as the first Black woman-owned makeup brand to secure a Shark Tank investment, championing inclusivity in the beauty industry.
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Michael Stephens has been appointed the first Black CEO of Tampa International Airport, bringing his expertise in cybersecurity, military service, and transportation to lead the airport into a new era.
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