Posts by Alicia Renee
How these 4 women are empowering women of color in corporate America
For many in 2018, women’s empowerment means a host of activities, panelists and seminars catered to empowering women to take charge of their finances and pursue an entrepreneurial journey. For…
Read MoreWerk Pray Slay hosts empowerment weekend for women
Werk Pray Saly celebrated its fifth annual weekend conference with the theme: “Her Over Everything,” encouraging women to put their growth, stability, and vision of life over everything in order to…
Read MoreInaugural DreamHer Fest empowers aspiring entrepreneurs
ATLANTA – On Sept.30, 2017,100 Female Entrepreneurs Business League and The Ms. CEO Society hosted the inaugural DreamHer Fest. Touted as an all-girls business summer day camp, attendees soaked up knowledge and advice from women business…
Read MoreFrom cleaning lady to big-box stores: How The Honey Pot Company was started
After struggling with bacterial vaginosis for seven months, Beatrice Feliu-Espada set out to create a natural remedy to her problem. “I had a seven-month bout with BV and yeast infections because…
Read More2017 Lady of Distinction Luncheon honors trailblazing community women
On March 26, 2017, in honor of Women’s History Month, Events 2 The Tee, celebrated trailblazing women in the Philadelphia community with the 2017 Lady of Distinction Luncheon. Founded by Tijania…
Read MoreMahisha Dellinger on staying innovative with multimillion-dollar Curls brand
In the early 2000s, Mahisha Dellinger was transitioning from a relaxer to natural hair and found that the niche was fairly small and the quality of the products being marketed…
Read More3 tips to recharging your resolutions
As the excitement of the new year has worn off, many have expressed that their new year’s resolutions have taken a backseat. While lifestyle changes come with good habits, it’s…
Read MoreRhonesha Byng continues building a digital space for women
Her Agenda is a digital platform that caters to the millennial woman. Founded by journalist and entrepreneur Rhonesha Byng, the platform has grown to be a go-to source for the…
Read MoreEmmelie De La Cruz shares tips on how to create a successful digital brand
Creating a positive online media presence as a startup brand or entrepreneur can be difficult. As a seasoned digital marketer, Emmelie De La Cruz teaches entrepreneurs how to successfully brand…
Read MoreBlack-owned businesses to shop this holiday season
With the year winding down, the holiday season accounts for 30 percent of annual retail sales. According to Forbes, Americans will spend nine times the amount during holiday shopping than they will…
Read More4 ways to prepare your business for success in 2017
As the new year rolls in and you begin to set resolutions for your personal life, it’s vital to set them for your business. Honing your focus in the final…
Read MoreEmbody these 3 traits for gainful employment in 2017
Millennial employment turnover rates have been rising as more millennials vow less loyalty to major corporate companies. Turnover rates have been trending high according to the Bureau Labor of Statistics…
Read MoreShop Black-owned businesses at the Village Market ATL: Black Friday edition
Launched in spring 2016, the Village Market ATL poses as a quarterly event to support the sustainability of Black, community-minded entrepreneurs and small businesses. In a time when supporting the…
Read MoreMyleik Teele shares No. 1 rule to a successful life
Myleik Teele, founder of Curlbox and My Taught You podcast, is consciously helping women successfully ascend to greater heights in their careers and personal lives. Since founding Curlbox, a luxury subscription…
Read MoreThe Literary Experience showcases power of Black readers and writers
Tamika Newhouse is a powerhouse book publisher who has self-published over 100 books. Passionate about writing, Newhouse started her publishing company, Delphine Publications, at 21 and has been publishing full…
Read MoreDinasty Brown talks brands and challenging traditional collegiate experiences
For many, college is a time for exploration, self-discovery, learning, stress and late-night partying. Dinasty Brown decided to take a different approach to her collegiate experience by penning her first…
Read MoreWerk, Pray, Slay weekend promotes women’s empowerment and networking
Empowered by the success of her inaugural conference and book release Werk 101, a year ago, Koereyelle DuBose returns with Werk, Pray, Slay weekend. After encouraging herself and other women to…
Read More3 tips to finding and keeping your perfect mentor
In a time where millennials are changing the status quo in regard to entrepreneurship and career paths, young professionals are struggling with finding adequate guidance to help with career strategies…
Read MoreNo. 1 networking tip for young professionals: Be genuine
Whether you’re a young professional, fresh out of college entering corporate America, or a new entrepreneur, finding events and people to build your network can be difficult. Many want to build…
Read MoreDJ Sense speaks about being label president of Generation Now Ent.
DJ Sense has been creating waves in the music industry for years. Now the president of Generation Now Ent., the roster includes Lil’ Uzi Vert, DJ Drama, Skeme Lyquinn, and Dope…
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