Tulsa’s 1921 Awards support Black entrepreneurs, honor Black Wall Street
✨ Exciting news for Tulsa’s entrepreneurial community! The 1921 Awards have announced funding for eight Black entrepreneurs, providing nearly $3,800 each. This initiative, organized by Build in Tulsa in collaboration with the nonprofit 1921 Sankofa, honors the legacy of Black Wall Street and aims to uplift business owners committed to community impact. As we celebrate […]
Consumer Boycott Against Target Extended Despite The Retailer Saying It Will Fulfill $2B Commitment To Black-Owned Businesses
The ongoing consumer boycott against Target, led by Rev. Jamal Bryant, highlights the repercussions of the retailer’s decision to retract its diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments. Despite pledging a $2 billion investment in Black-owned businesses, Target has faced significant backlash, with a substantial drop in both foot traffic and stock value. This situation underscores the […]
Beyoncé fan and Black business owner hopes cowboy hats become wardrobe staple
🌟 Exciting news from the world of fashion and music! 🌟 With Beyoncé’s highly anticipated “Cowboy Carter” tour on the horizon, interest in cowboy hats is on the rise—especially for Black-owned brands. Enter Mercedes Matz, a Chicago entrepreneur and passionate Beyoncé fan, who recently launched her handmade leather hat brand, Maya James. 🧢✨ Mercedes’s hats, […]
Radical resistance: Honoring the ancestors who saved their way to freedom
🌟 Celebrating Our Roots and Financial Empowerment 🌟 This National Financial Literacy Month, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible resilience and resourcefulness of our ancestors. Many African Americans, against all odds, saved their pennies and purchased their freedom. Their stories remind us that economic empowerment is a crucial part of our legacy. […]
Black entrepreneurship’s role in closing the racial wealth gap
Closing the Racial Wealth Gap Through Black Entrepreneurship Closing the Racial Wealth Gap Through Black Entrepreneurship As we celebrate the growth of Black entrepreneurship this Juneteenth, it’s important to recognize the profound impact that Black-owned businesses can have on closing the racial wealth gap in the United States. Recent data reveals that the racial wealth […]
Why Buying Black Is Not Enough, The Importance Of Black-Owned Banks
The Importance of Black-Owned Banks: Beyond Buying Black In an era where visibility for Black-owned businesses is on the rise, the movement to “Buy Black” is gaining traction across various communities. But as we celebrate diverse Black entrepreneurship, it is crucial to recognize that supporting these businesses alone is not sufficient. A fundamental piece of […]
How Building A Brand Helped This Black Woman Create
Empowering Black Women through Brand Building: The B1thrive Story In the rapidly evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, building a strong brand is not just a business necessity but a transformative journey, particularly for Black women entrepreneurs. One such inspiring narrative is that of B1thrive, a Black-owned software as a service (SaaS) provider, and its founder, who […]
Crown Hill Boil Water Advisory Extended Through Saturday
Crown Hill Boil Water Advisory: A Reminder of Community Resilience Crown Hill Boil Water Advisory: A Reminder of Community Resilience The recent boil water advisory in the Crown Hill neighborhood, following a significant water main break that impacted nearly 3,000 households and businesses, highlights the importance of community resilience and preparedness. As a Black-owned SaaS […]
Shop Black Fest Memphis Returns April 12—Free & Open to the Public
Shop Black Fest: Celebrating Entrepreneurship in Memphis Shop Black Fest Memphis Returns April 12—A Celebration of Black Entrepreneurship On April 12, from 2 PM to 7 PM, the vibrant and essential Shop Black Fest Memphis will be taking place at the corner of Riverside and Bass Pro Drive, and it’s an event you simply cannot […]
New exhibit at Henderson Library memorializes local African American veterans of World War I
A Tribute to Valor: Honoring African American Veterans at Henderson Library A Tribute to Valor: Honoring African American Veterans at Henderson Library The journey toward social justice and equality has been long and arduous, often marked by the sacrifices of those who fought not just on the battlefield but also against the injustices of their […]