Business News
Apple Announces an Entrepreneur Camp for Black Founders and Developers
The program is part of Apple's $100 million Racial Equity and Justice Initiative.
By Kris Holt
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Business News
Maggie Lena Walker Made History as the First Woman To Own a Bank in the United States
On top of that, she was a Black woman. The St. Luke Penny Savings Bank became a catalyst for economic advancement in the Black community.
Thought Leaders
Here’s the No. 1 Question White Leaders Ask Me About Black History Month
Five steps you should take during Black History Month -- and all year long -- to show up for your Black colleagues.
By Mita Mallick
Thought Leaders
Black Women Entrepreneurs, Not Banks, Helped Me Keep My Company Going During the Pandemic
The wisdom of pioneers like Madam C.J. Walker serve as a blueprint for how fellow small-business owners can be the key to your success.
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Hiring Formerly Incarcerated Employees Helps Your Bottom Line
Reintegrating the formerly incarcerated into society isn't just right. It's good for the economy, too.
By Damien Dwin
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3 Ways to Support Minority-Owned Businesses
From #BuyBlack and #BankBlack to supplier diversity initiatives, here's how you can get involved and support minority-owned businesses.
By Gregg Bishop
Business Funding
From 25 Cents to $25,000 and Beyond: How 15 African-American Entrepreneurs Funded Their Businesses
It's Black History Month. Here are 15 African-American founders who turned small investments into big businesses.
By Linda Bell
Thought Leaders
21 Inspiring Quotes From Black Leaders From Throughout American History
The words of these 21 individuals will inspire you to do more.
By Rose Leadem
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3 Ways the ‘Oprah Effect’ Is Timeless for Women Entrepreneurs of Every Background
As Black History Month 2019 concludes, let's all stand in the power of the brand called 'you.'
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Obama Recommends Black History Month Reading List
The nonfiction list includes classic books and some important works you could finish reading during lunch.
By Peter Page
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6 Lessons From Madam C.J. Walker, America’s First Black Self-Made Female Millionaire
Invest in yourself and your community.
By Nina Zipkin
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10 of the Most Successful Black Entrepreneurs
From Oprah Winfrey to Daymond John, celebrate the accomplishments of some of the nation's most prominent black founders.
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They’re Doing It: Awe-Inspiring Black Female Entrepreneurs
Black female business owners are a booming economic force in the U.S. Here are nine women leading the charge.
By Carolyn Sun
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5 Things You Should Know About America’s First Black Billionaires
BET co-founders and former spouses Robert and Sheila Johnson could teach us all a thing or two about versatility.
By Nina Zipkin