Stacey Key: Connecting minority businesses to corporate America

Meet Stacey Key the president and CEO of the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council, the leading organization for small business development and supplier diversity. Their objective is to certify, develop and connect Minority Business Enterprises to do business with Corporate

Media mogul Marilyn Crawford inspired by life, money and love

When you ask Marilyn Crawford what she does, she may tell you  her “experience is extensive and diverse.” While it may sound like she’s evading the question, she really isn’t. The CEO of POP PRIMETIME Omnimedia, does it all from from

Who pressed mute on the hip-hop movement?

Who pressed mute on the hip-hop revolution? The movement that was going to move those who were going to fight the power. Chuck D fight the power. Who pressed mute on those who said “free at last” and thought about

Luxe men’s shoes retailer Frank McCullough Jr., Mezlan-Atlanta

Frank McCullough Jr., manager of Mezlan Shoes at Phipps Plaza in Atlanta, isn’t just a sharp dresser whose shoes are always on point, he’s also a community-focused individual who supports the D.U.K.E.S. Foundation, an acronymn for Developing Urban Kids with Etiquette and

Photographer and filmmaker Samuel Trotter

How did you arrive at this career choice? Was it a deliberate decision or a gradual and natural evolution? I often explain to people that I fell into photography, writing, and everything else that I do. As a kid my

Lori Carter, CEO of Juice-C-Juice Books & More

How do you define your role? As CEO of Juice-C-Juice Books & More, it is my responsibility to ensure our operation functions effectively, to ensure the staff morale is high, our customer service is superb, ensure inventory is maintained, and

Do you know who the black business titans are?

The idea of progress is associated with iconic leaders and celebrities on TV. When we speak of success, we reference Jay Z and Magic Johnson, but when white Americans talk about success, they mention Warren Buffett and Microsoft founder Bill

Visual artist Mickalene Thomas takes audiences on an awe-inspiring journey

Mickalene Thomas is an  internationally-respected visual artist and filmmaker. She captures what some call “unconventionally” beautiful women and adorns them with rhinestones, bright colors and intricate patterns. For her most recent work, “Happy Birthday to a Beautiful Woman” which premiered