Category: Business
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Pink Pothos, a Black-owned houseplant store, has opened at Pittsburgh Yards, enhancing the community with beauty and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Jennifer Ford, first Black woman to own a U.S. sneaker boutique, partners with Adidas to release exclusive PG X CAMPUS ’00 sneaker celebrating Houston’s car culture.
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Warren’s Barbershop, Howard County’s first Black-owned barbershop, celebrates 100 years of legacy and community impact, mentoring local barbers and supporting the community.
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Keke Palmer becomes the first Black chief brand officer of Creme of Nature, bringing innovation and empowerment to the beauty industry with her leadership.
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Babette Jones makes history with 619 Spirits, South Carolina’s first Black woman-owned spirits brand. Discover the journey from startup grant to statewide distribution.
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David Steward becomes America’s richest Black person with $11.4 billion net worth, surpassing Robert F. Smith. His journey from humble beginnings to tech titan inspires aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Pamela Maynard, Microsoft’s AI transformation officer and former Avanade CEO, wins 2024 Black British Business Person of the Year, highlighting diversity in tech leadership.
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Discover how Sheila Johnson, America’s first Black female billionaire, sold BET and revived a failing town, championing diversity and economic growth.
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Danita Johnson, first Black president of MLS team DC United, drives growth with innovative strategies amid record attendance and $775 million valuation.
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Reginald Lewis launches Memphis’ first Black-owned welding school, offering unique apprenticeship programs and empowering youth for lucrative careers in infrastructure development.
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