‘You Sleep When You Die’ is Foolishness
There is a popular phrase in the entrepreneurship community regarding sleep. Quotes like, “you sleep when you die” and trending hashtags highlighting #teamnosleep have both had a strong presence. People…
She May Be the First Black Woman in New Orleans to Raise $2 Million in Capital for Her Startup
Sevetri Wilson recently raised $2 million in capital to expand her tech startup, ExemptMeNow, a SaaS platform designed to help nonprofits become exempt and existing nonprofits manage compliance and sustainability…
SheaMoisture Founder Launches $100 Million Fund for Women Entrepreneurs of Color at Essence Festival
On Thursday, SheaMoisture haircare and skincare products founder Richelieu Dennis announced a $100 million fund for women entrepreneurs of color at the 2018 Essence Festival. The announcement surrounds the New…
Don’t Trust Dollar Stores, You May Be Paying More for Less
Dollar Tree and other discount chains have been popping up in bulk around the country and making a mint in recent years. The three largest dollar-store chains have opened more…
The 4 Things You Need to Do While Unemployed
Most people would agree, being unemployed sucks, especially if you’ve been desperately looking for a new job for quite some time. However, a change in your perspective about your downtime…
BE MODERN MAN: MEET ‘THE COMMUNITY BUILDER,’ LAWRENCE ADJAH
BE Modern Man is an integrative program that honors the essence, image, and accomplishments of today’s man of color. With features of today’s leaders, executives, creatives, students, politicians, entrepreneurs, professionals,…
Obama Foundation Hires Consultant To Ensure Diverse Workforce
The Obama Foundation has hired a diversity consultant that will monitor and enforce the Obamas’ pledge of ensuring that contracting and employment in the construction of the Obama Presidential Center…
BE MODERN MAN: MEET THE THERAPIST ARRON MULLER
BE Modern Man is an integrative program that honors the essence, image, and accomplishments of today’s man of color. With features of today’s leaders, executives, creatives, students, politicians, entrepreneurs, professionals,…
Power Couple Creates Unique Travel Experience for AfroPunk
AfroPunk has gained worldwide popularity for its music festival that celebrates black alternative culture, music, and art across three continents and five cities. The annual concert features a collective of…
BE MODERN MAN: MEET ‘THE TECH VETERAN,’ ROBERT M. HARTSFIELD JR.
BE Modern Man is an integrative program that honors the essence, image, and accomplishments of today’s man of color. With features of today’s leaders, executives, creatives, students, politicians, entrepreneurs, professionals,…