detroit

Ed Siaje charts new course for Detroit’s financial future

As Bank of America’s newly appointed Detroit President, Ed Siaje embodies the intersection of local roots and global banking innovation. A Southeast Michigan native with 26 years in financial services, Siaje leads a team of 1,300 professionals while serving as

media

No Excuses: AI and Future Tools are Game Changers

At just 25, armed with degrees from Duke and Stanford, Detavio Samuels was already poised to transform the media landscape. Now, as CEO of REVOLT, America’s fastest-growing Black-owned media empire, he’s doing exactly that. Under his leadership, REVOLT has become

game

Game creator Leia Avery builds empire around cultural card games

Leading a revolution in the board game industry, Leia Avery has transformed from a self-described shy individual into a dynamic entrepreneur who’s changing how we connect through games. As the founder of Just Play Entertainment, Avery has created a gaming

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Buy From a Black Woman CEO Nikki Porcher charts business success

Nikki Porcher has revolutionized the landscape for Black women entrepreneurs through her nonprofit organization Buy From a Black Woman, which has helped generate over $2.7 million in revenue for Black women founders. The 2024 Thought Leader of the Year and

house

Kai Alcé, the soul doctor of House music

Born in New York and shaped by the musical landscapes of Detroit and Atlanta, Kai Alcé stands as a cornerstone figure in American dance music. From his early days at Detroit’s legendary Music Institute to founding the now 15,000-strong House

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Neurologist Dr. Dona Murphey emphasizes early detection of dementia

In an era where dementia affects millions of families across diverse communities, Dr. Dona Murphey brings a unique perspective that bridges personal experience with professional expertise. As a Harvard-educated neurologist and founder of PrognosUs, Dr. Murphey has witnessed the impact

health

Breaking mental health barriers with Dr. Annelle Primm

Dr. Annelle Primm stands at the intersection of community service and psychiatric care, bringing decades of expertise to the critical conversation about mental health. As the Senior Medical Director at the Steve Fund and recipient of the prestigious Alexandra Symonds