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Dr. Derek Ham, the visionary director of Carnegie Mellon’s Entertainment Technology Center, is redefining the intersection of technology and cultural storytelling. With a distinguished academic background that includes a Ph.D. in Design Computation from MIT, a master’s in Architecture from Harvard, and a bachelor’s from Hampton University, Ham has established himself as a pioneering force […]
In the wake of social upheaval and pandemic isolation, Kevin Barnett found himself asking profound questions about his purpose and community impact. The tragic killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, combined with COVID-19 lockdowns, created a crucible moment that gave birth to CoolxDad, a membership-based organization connecting fathers to each other and their communities. […]
Regina Gwynn, co-founder of Black Women Talk Tech (BWTT), is a dynamic force in the technology industry. After starting her career in product development at Macy’s Inc. and working as a management consultant at Monitor Group, she ventured into entrepreneurship in 2014 with TresseNoire, an on-location beauty booking app. In 2017, her experiences as a […]
Harrison Blair, president and CEO of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, is transforming how entrepreneurs connect with essential resources in a city renowned for its business deals. As leader of the nation’s first Black chamber, he’s built a powerful ecosystem where business owners access mentorship, trusted partnerships and data-driven insights that help them avoid […]
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Daniel Ford stands as a beacon of leadership in the HBCU community. As Chair of the National HBCU Alumni Alliance and CEO of the Atlanta
Her Agenda CEO Rhonesha Byng transforms Black media
In an era where digital media struggles for sustainability, Rhonesha Byng has turned obstacles into launching pads. As the founder of Her Agenda, a platform
Shay Bohannon’s journey to House of Bohannon CEO
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CEO Ricardo Kelly’s rise with Kelly Family Distributors
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Dr. Harry L. Williams leads Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Dr. Harry L. Williams, who transformed the Thurgood Marshall College Fund into a powerhouse of Black higher education, has emerged as one of the most
Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson is leading the charge for AAAM
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From cutting grass at 14 to helming a billion-dollar hospitality empire, Warren Thompson’s entrepreneurial journey embodies the American dream. After spending nine years at Marriott
Dr. Grouchy Greg Watkins keeps AllHipHop ahead of the game
In an era where media platforms rise and fall with trending algorithms, AllHipHop.com stands as a testament to staying power through authenticity. When Dr. Grouchy
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In a world where corporate leadership often prioritizes metrics over meaning, Uniqueka Walcott stands apart. As the founder and CEO of Uniqueka Walcott Communications LLC,
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Corey “NetworKing” Moore, founder of ProNetworker, has spent 15 years transforming how entrepreneurs and sales professionals approach business growth through strategic networking. As his company
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In the electric landscape of Atlanta’s fashion scene, few stories resonate with as much authenticity and divine purpose as that of Street Lotto, also known
Terrance Pratt drives marketing through cultural lens
Terrance Pratt is the CEO of Culture Loupe, a creative marketing company headquartered in Chicago. Culture Loupe leverages an in-culture lens to help brands connect
John Rose takes legal dreams from football to entertainment
From the projects of Queens, New York, to becoming one of Billboard’s Top Music Lawyers, John Rose’s journey embodies the power of dreaming big. As
Justin Turk makes history leading Black-owned tech company in waste management
A computer scientist turned waste management innovator, Justin Turk is transforming an industry that touches every American’s life but rarely makes headlines. As the founder
