Posts by Tyra Laster
Scientist Keven Stonewall is on a mission to find a cure for colon cancer
Courtesy of Kristopher Stonewall According to the World Health Organization, colon cancer is the third most common type of cancer and accounts for 10 percent of cancer cases globally. With…
Read MoreTV personality Zuri Hall creates her own lane
Whether it’s winning an Emmy for her journalistic work, hosting the hottest events, looking chic while corresponding on one of the top gigs for entertainment news, or being a role…
Read MoreDevonte Johnson brings oral health care to Uganda
Courtesy of Charlie Parks Uganda is considered one of the youngest nations in the world with over half of the population being children. With a population being rich in culture…
Read MoreSHADE agency elevating Black and Brown influencers
Photo courtesy of SHADE Agency Social media has created a gateway for creators and influencers to express themselves and ultimately generate an increase in viewership, sales, and visibility for companies.…
Read MorePoet and author Kondwani Fidel shares his journey
For some, it started with a video of substitute teacher spitting a powerful spoken-word about his life in a classroom that instantly went viral, but for now-23-year-old Kondwani Fidel, his…
Read More‘Brown Girl Bloggers’ creator shares her journey, gives helpful tips
Courtesy of CandiceVanWye.com Blogging has become an essential factor for not only creative minds but creative companies in order to further express what it is they’re selling and to engage their audience…
Read MoreJean Noisette of Dazzle Me Parties loves to uplift women
Photo credit: Kalvin Reeves Chasing your dreams involves hard work, dedication, and consistency in your plans — the qualities Jean Noisette exhibited while chasing her dream of becoming a successful…
Read MoreViral handshake teacher Barry White Jr. talks connecting with students
Barry White Jr. is a fifth-grade educator at Ashley Park PreK-8 School in Charlotte, North Carolina. He recently received praise after a video of him doing personalized handshakes with his…
Read MoreBreaking the code: App guru Sheena Allen shares her tech journey
Photo by Fillmore Harvard, courtesy of Sheena Allen Psychology major and serial tech entrepreneur Sheena Allen has created a unique niche in technology. The Mississippi native is the founder and…
Read MoreShelby Ivey Christie is the whiz kid of digital marketing
Photo courtesy of Shelby Ivey Christie Whether it’s digitizing brands, writing for top publications, or being a marketing fashionista, Shelby Ivey Christie is inspiring others to dream big. The North…
Read MoreMeet 2 young entrepreneurs beating the odds with Appealed Design clothing line
Adrian Winston and Darin Wyly launched the clothing line Appealed Design in hopes of inspiring others to persevere despite life’s obstacles. Winston and Wyly are not only receiving recognition for their…
Read MoreEverette Taylor offers advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, millennials
Photo by Bruce Hamilton, courtesy of Everette Taylor Serial entrepreneur and risk taker Everette Taylor is no rookie to the tech and marketing world. At just age 27, Taylor serves as the…
Read More7 quick tips for getting the most out of the corporate holiday party
The holiday season is a time to be merry with those around you, and that includes colleagues. It never fails that once the holidays hit, gatherings arise … gatherings such…
Read More5 reasons you need to stop what you’re doing and update your LinkedIn
Career-builder websites are great tools to connect with like-minded people, network with those in your field, and ultimately find your next job. LinkedIn, a business and employment-oriented social networking service,…
Read More3 mobile apps your business needs to download now
Getting your business off the ground is no easy task. Every major company today once started off small and naïve. According to Business Insider, 70 percent of small businesses are owned…
Read MoreHome for the holidays: 5 quick business to-do’s before leaving the office
The holidays are near, and it’s no secret that most businesses will be operating at a slower work pace than usual. This season is typically a time for traveling, relaxation…
Read MoreHire me, I’m a millennial: What being a millennial means in business today
If you walk into your local coffee shop, you’re bound to find a twenty-something-year-old person, plugged into their phone, more than likely tweeting away about what they’re doing at that…
Read MoreClash of the side hustle: Uber and Lyft give drivers more options
It’s no secret that Uber and Lyft are the leading companies in rideshare. If you have a cell phone, a place to be, and a few dollars in your pocket,…
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