Sammye Scott makes mark in the music industry

While the majority of 20-somethings are struggling to land a job interview, Entertainment mogul-in-the-making Sammye Scott is effortlessly navigating her way to becoming one of the top women in the music business. In the midst of working to discover music’s

Mike B., the ‘prince of fashion,’ shares his hip-hop odyssey

The world of fashion is fickle, but those who possess a keen understanding of style eternally have a seat at the table of haute couture. Jamaican-American stylist and designer Mike Barnett (Mike B.) represents that select few. While working in fashion

Meet the sisters leading a thriving Atlanta communications agency

Running a family business can be fraught with challenges, but for the business partners of Theory Communications, sisters Andrea and Erica Hamilton, it’s been a labor of love. The entrepreneurial duo launched their Atlanta-based firm in 2014, which specializes in

Sevyn Streeter finds healing in writing and performing music

From humble beginnings of singing church hymns in Haines City, Florida, to selling out shows in Hollywood, Sevyn Streeter has shown critics her relentless hustle and why “It Won’t Stop” (the 2013 song and video featuring Chris Brown). The 31-year-old

Holly Schroeder pens book to uplift son with special needs

There’s no love comparable to the bond between mother and son, much like the relationship between author Holly Schroeder and her son, Manny, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Manny is unable to speak, so Holly gave him a voice through

Ricco Barrino prepares to release ‘Fantasia’s Brother’

R&B singer Ricco Barrino is “American Idol” winner Fantasia Barrino’s older brother. Critics believe he may be taking a step in the wrong direction naming his newest project Fantasia’s Brother but the North Carolina native says there’s a method to

‘Insecure’s’ Amanda Seales is redefining funny

Actress and comedian Amanda Seales, formerly known by her stage name Amanda Diva, has discovered the essence of what it truly means to be “funny” but in her own voice, of course. The 36-year-old intellectual will make you laugh and

Tichina Arnold receives McDonald’s 365 Black Award

The McDonald’s 365 Black Awards show was held Sunday, July 2, at the historic Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New Orleans closing out the last day of ESSENCE Fest 2017. Each year, the program recognizes and celebrates African Americans who are excelling

My Black is Beautiful reps discuss overcoming cultural stigmas

Ten years ago, My Black is Beautiful was created by a handful of Black Procter & Gamble associates who represented a small percentage of its corporate infrastructure. The bold bunch stepped out of their nine-to-five setting to advocate for Black women