Posts Tagged ‘Entrepreneur’
Terra Winston’s special skill is breaking business barriers
inTerractions’ Terra Winston is the driving force behind a relatively new, but remarkably comprehensive approach to business development and cultivating corporate culture. The industry imprint of the accomplished principal of…
Read MoreChef Jojo shares her entrepreneurial journey on AM Wake-Up Call
Chef Jojo shares her entrepreneurial journey on AM Wake-Up Call. To watch her full segment, click play above.
Read MoreMicrosoft executive launches tech program that provides support to nonprofits
Last year, Microsoft announced several commitments to address racial inequities. Among those was a commitment to establishing strategies to strengthen Black and Brown communities. That’s when Darrell Booker, corporate affairs…
Read MoreEntrepreneur and mom Michelle Taylor Willis shares parenting advice in new book
Atlanta entrepreneur Michelle Taylor Willis admits she is not a parenting expert. However, she has learned several tips and tricks that have worked well for her over the years. The…
Read MoreTocarro Combs shares her story on the AM Wake-Up Call
Tocarro Combs joins the AM Wake-Up Call to discuss how she manages her professional workload, which includes college enrollment, author and entrepreneur. To watch her full segment, click play above.
Read MoreMaryland entrepreneur launches service to promote Black lawyers
Kisha A. Brown, Esq. is the founder and CEO of Justis Connection, a legal tech startup dedicated to promoting Black lawyers through referrals, marketing, speaking opportunities and more. Justis Connection…
Read MoreRihanna admits coronavirus pandemic has been ‘humbling’
Rihanna says the coronavirus pandemic has been “humbling.” The “We Found Love” hitmaker admits being in lockdown for the year owing to the potentially deadly virus has helped her “appreciate…
Read MoreHelen Hope Kimbrough brings her stories to life on AM Wake-Up Call
Helen Hope Kimbrough is a reading evangelist, literacy advocate, and racial equity champion. She journeyed into writing and publishing children’s books because she could not find books with diverse characters,…
Read MoreEntrepreneur Adonica Shaw encourages ‘intention setting’ to achieve success
Adonica Shaw is an app developer and the founder of Surrender Circle, a California-based self-care and wellness tech company. She is the owner of the Self-Care Everyday Bookstore, and the…
Read MoreJacqueline Carrington launched vegan nail polish brand to complement brown skin
Jacqueline Carrington is the founder of People of Color Beauty, a wife and mother of three children. She has been an entrepreneur since childhood and enjoys traveling, real estate, entrepreneurship…
Read MoreRihanna vows to take music ‘to a different level’ next year
Rihanna wants to take her music “to a different level” next year. The 32-year-old singer and entrepreneur — who hasn’t released an album since ANTI in 2016 — is keen…
Read MoreEva Marcille celebrates the holidays by empowering Black entrepreneurs
Eva Marcille sashayed into our hearts in 2004 as a contestant on the third cycle of Tyra Banks’ wildly popular show, “America’s Next Top Model.” Marcille was a fan favorite…
Read MoreMelanie Hernquist spreads joy with Lucky + Lovely online boutique
Melanie Hernquist is an entrepreneur and graphic designer who prides herself on creating joyful and inspiring items for women. Over the course of her career, she has worked in fashion…
Read MoreJesseca Dupart elevates her empire while inspiring others
Jesseca Dupart is the walking definition of a boss. Besides leading a multimillion-dollar beauty empire, Dupart is balancing being in a loving relationship with rap star Da Brat and giving back…
Read MoreSerial entrepreneur Tere Tatiana shares her old-school philosophy for success
Tereion Tatiana Henry is a serial entrepreneur. She graduated from Claflin University with a degree in public relations before becoming a government contractor in Afghanistan. In addition, she owns a…
Read MoreTabia Yapp of Bia Blooms creates beautiful bouquets that bring joy
While traditional bouquets of roses are nice, if you want one with that wow factor, Bia Blooms has you covered. Bia Blooms is a one-of-a-kind Los Angeles-based floral boutique started…
Read MoreTwin sisters create The Guilty Grape to break cultural norms in wine industry
Cheers to Black women paving the way in the wine industry. That’s exactly what twin sisters Nichelle and Nicole Nichols set out to do when they left their corporate careers…
Read MoreDesigner Areeayl Goodwin describes how she felt when Beyoncé wore her jewelry
If one-of-a-kind keepsake jewelry is what you desire, look no further than Beads Byaree. The owner, Areeayl Goodwin, handcrafts whimsical brass jewelry that is a surefire conversation starter. The Philadelphia…
Read MoreBrooklyn manicurist Lux K provides an upgraded nail care experience
Black women love to experiment with the latest hairstyles, eye-popping nails, and cutting-edge fashions. If you have the goods to deliver the best, you can build a loyal clientele. For…
Read MorePharrell Williams and Jay-Z celebrate Black entrepreneurs on new single (video)
Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z have dropped a new collaboration in honor of “every Black queen, king and entrepreneur.” The “Happy” hitmaker’s group The Neptunes produced the track titled “Entrepreneur,” which…
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