Tag: community empowerment
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Sarah Brown opens Beauty Trap, Columbia’s first Black-owned beauty supply store, aiming to empower the community and create a family legacy in the beauty industry.
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Atlanta celebrates the groundbreaking of The Food Studio at Pittsburgh Yards, the city’s first Black-owned, plant-based commercial kitchen, fostering culinary innovation and community empowerment.
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Cincinnati’s Avondale neighborhood celebrates the grand opening of Altev Community Pharmacy, its first Black-owned pharmacy in 17 years. Founded by Dr. Emmanuel Ayanjoke, this beacon of healthcare aims to provide essential services while fostering representation and community empowerment.…
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The story of Sadiqa Reynolds, the first Black woman to clerk for the Kentucky Supreme Court and serve as the state’s Inspector General. As the first female President and CEO of the Louisville Urban League, Reynolds champions civil…
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The inspiring journey of Shani Dowell, the first Black woman to raise over $1 million for a startup in Tennessee. Learn how her platform, Possip, is revolutionizing education through positive gossip and empowering communities. Dive into her story…
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The inspiring journey of Sereena Quick, the first Black woman to own Chick-fil-A restaurants across three states: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. From overcoming hardship in North Philly to achieving groundbreaking franchise ownership, Quick’s story embodies determination, resilience,…
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The inspiring story of Nichole Ashley Moss, who opened Soulful Strands, Corvallis’s first Black-owned beauty supply store, to fill a gap in natural hair care offerings. Explore how Moss’s vision promotes appreciation of Black hair and culture while…
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Cherelle Parker becomes Philadelphia’s first Black woman mayor, breaking barriers and paving the way for future leaders.
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The inspiring journey of Shaun “Lucky” Corbett, who established Da Lucky Spot, the first Black-owned barbershop inside a Walmart in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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The remarkable journey of the Jordan family, the first Black owners of the Fort Washington Business Complex in Maryland. Wyevetra and Jarriel Jordan Sr., founders of The Home Team Realty Group LLC, are breaking barriers and strengthening local…
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