Category: Business
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BLK & Bold becomes the first Black-owned coffee brand to achieve national distribution, reaching over 12,000 retail locations and partnering with Aramark while maintaining a strong social mission.
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Discover how Len Dyke, Dudley Dryden, and Tony Wade transformed black hair and beauty in the UK by establishing Britain’s first black-owned multi-million-dollar business.
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California’s first Black-led land conservancy, the 40 Acre Conservation League, is tackling climate change and promoting inclusivity in outdoor activities. With a recent $3 million acquisition of land near Lake Tahoe, they aim to create a haven for…
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Rihanna makes history as the first Black woman to own two billion-dollar brands, Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty, celebrated for inclusivity and innovation.
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USC star JuJu Watkins makes history as the first college athlete to invest in a pro women’s sports team, joining Boston Legacy FC’s NWSL ownership group. Learn about this groundbreaking NIL move.
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Chichi Eburu makes history as the first Black founder to launch Juvia’s Place makeup into Ulta Beauty nationwide. Discover her journey of inclusive beauty and empowerment.
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Ellenae Fairhurst, the first Black woman to own both Lexus and Infiniti dealerships, built a lasting legacy in the auto industry through leadership, customer service, and groundbreaking ownership.
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Loyiso Manga, founder of Ubuntu Olive Oil, has built South Africa’s first Black-owned commercial olive oil brand, turning challenges into a legacy of empowerment.
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1010 Wine, the first Black woman-owned wine bar in Inglewood, was just named the Best Wine Bar in America by USA Today. Discover its award-winning wines and food.
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Pastry chef Tiara Bennett opened The Pastry Box, the first Black-owned restaurant in New York’s East Village in 25 years.
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