Millennial Moves: Removing Barriers for Young, Black Accountants
While #BlackGirlMagic is an anthem that has successfully recognized the accomplishments of black women around the world, there is still…
AfroFuture Fest Organizers Change Decision to Charge White People More for Tickets
The AfroFuture Fest Detroit-based music festival came under scrutiny when its organizers announced that it would charge $10 tickets to…
Jeff Shuford: Excelling As A Syndicated Columnist
BE Modern Man: Jeff Shuford Nationally syndicated columnist; 32; President, Tech From Vets Twitter: @vets_22 I have been blessed to…
7 Basic Marketing Techniques for Small Businesses
In an age where people connect more and more via the internet and social media, many small businesses are trying…
Dove Joins Effort to Ban Discrimination Against Natural Black Hairstyles in the Workplace
Hair bias in the workplace is an issue that black people know too well. A recent study by Dove reveals…
Jaden Smith Creates Free Vegan Food Truck and Serves Los Angeles Homeless
We all know eating healthy comes at an exponential price but, what happens when you’re homeless and your basic food…
How HSBC Bank’s $1.3 Million Grant Will Help Black Businesses Scale Up
Endowed with a gift to help spur growth for minority and female entrepreneurs, Endeavor has received a $1.3 million grant…
Post-Pride Month Reflections: ‘I Check All Boxes… Including the LGBTQ One’
I check all the boxes. I’m African American, I’m a woman, I’m left-handed, I’m divorced, and I’m bi-sexual. For many…
How to Get Covered by Black Enterprise
Along with “What does it take to be a Black Enterprise event speaker?”, “How to get covered by Black Enterprise?”…
3 Essential Steps to Discouraging Social Loafing
Have you ever worked in a group where some members contributed and others did not? If so, then you know…
Black Women Are Moving In Droves To This One Country
Who would have thought that Abu Dhabi would be an “it” place for black women professionals, with all the thriving…
10 Reasons Why White People Think Racism Is Over
“Are we now in a post-racial America?” This is perhaps the number two question asked since President Obama has taken…
Top Strategies to Have in Place Before You Start an Online Business
You can start an online business if you are willing to be strategic in your approach. Smart brand builders understand…
Win $1 Million from the Small Business Administration to Grow Your Business
Finding capable workers is now among the biggest challenges for many of the nation’s small businesses, including African American entrepreneurs.…
Local Soul Food Restaurant Expands Into Walmart
Cornbread, a soul food restaurant based in Maplewood, New Jersey, is expanding into three Walmart stores in Pittsburgh. All three…
Jason Towns: Creating Inclusive Startup Communities
BE Modern Man: Jason Towns Startup investor/adviser, entrepreneurship ecosystem architect; 40; Managing Partner, Groundwork Ventures Twitter: @jhtdc; Instagram: @jhtdc Over…
15 Summer Reads by Black Authors
Summer is upon us, which means it’s time to charge our melanin on the beaches and in parks, stretched out…
Secrets from a Recovering Multitasker
Be honest: None of us are as good as multitasking as we think we are. Research shows that it takes…
Making Cannabis Profitable for People of Color
Husband-and-wife co-founders Eddie and Sherra Armstrong want to help make medical cannabis profitable for people of color. The couple recently…
When Entrepreneurial Success Catches You by Surprise – What’s Next?
It was just four years ago that I started my social media management business on a whim. I had no…
Why Facebook Libra Is Not a Good Investment for African American Investors
Editors’ note: Last month we published an op-ed from crypto expert and enthusiast, Emilie Jerard, who made the case as…
Newark Artist Builds Unique, Unisex Jewelry Brand
Four years ago, Newark-born visual artist Joshua Fennell encountered a series of unfortunate events in his personal life. To stave…
Rapper Jeezy Partners with Black-Owned Telecom Company
Grammy-nominated rapper, Jeezy, recently announced a new partnership deal with Figgers Communications, a black-owned telecommunications company. The goal of the…
Wendy Williams: ‘Love is Not Promised, Marriage is Not Promised’ [Video]
Last month, Wendy Williams opened up at Black Enterprise’s FWD conference about her estranged husband and former business partner Kevin…
5 Bad Habits to Avoid to Become a Successful Entrepreneur
A know-it-all attitude. Giving up at the first sign of trouble and criticizing the ideas of others. These are some…
Black-Owned Event Planning Business on Succeeding In the Space
According to IBIS, a global business intelligence provider, the party and event planning industry has grown by 2.9% over the…
5 Winning Ways Entrepreneurs Can Build a Great Customer Service Team
Growing a company from a concept to a revenue-generating business is not for the meek and mild. It takes more…
How to Fund the Franchise Business You’ve Always Wanted
As a franchise adviser, the most-asked question I receive after “what’s the best franchise to buy?” is “where can I…
5 Skills Successful Entrepreneurs Possess
Do you envy other entrepreneurs who attract media attention for their companies? Do you see other business successes and silently…
50 Years After Fair Housing Act, Buying a Home Remains Out of Reach for Many African Americans
The Fair Housing Act of 1968—legislation designed to prevent discrimination and provide access to housing for all—was enacted over 50…
Ladies, Want to be a Business Mogul? Mahisha Dellinger, ‘CURLS’ Founder, Can Help
There are numerous headlines celebrating black women for being the fastest growing groups of entrepreneurs—and there are just as many…
Black Entrepreneurs Get Help Making Georgia the ‘Silicon Valley of the South’
JPMorgan Chase is setting out to make substantial waves in the small business world for women business owners and black…
How JPMorgan Chase is Using $50 Million to Assist Black Detroit Residents
JPMorgan Chase is making a new $50 million commitment to help black Detroit residents buy homes, get job training, as…
Billion-Dollar Equity Firm Invests in Harlem Capital Partners for Minority Stake
Global alternative asset firm TPG announced that it is taking a minority stake in Harlem Capital Partners (HCP), an early…
Mayvenn Provides Free Hair Extension Installations for Its Customers
Andreessen Horowitz-backed hair industry startup Mayvenn will provide free hair extension installations as part of its new business model. If…
Black Real Estate Mogul Don Peebles to Create $500 Million Fund for Minority Real Estate Developers
Real estate mogul Don Peebles plans to start a $500 million investment fund for minority and women property developers in…
Bennett College Names Suzanne Walsh as New President
Higher education advocate Suzanne Walsh has been tapped as Bennett College’s new president just days after Phyllis Worthy Dawkins abruptly…
What It Takes To Be A Black Enterprise Event Speaker
Subject: Becoming A Black Enterprise Event Speaker Hi Alfred, My name is Nila Wilson and I am the President and…
The Nation’s Largest Black-Owned Businesses in 2019 Revealed
BLACK ENTERPRISE is proud to announce the rollout of both our 2019 BE100s list, which ranks the nation’s largest black-owned…
Democratic Debates: Where Each Candidate Stands on African American Voter Issues
On Wednesday and Thursday, 20 presidential candidates will share their agenda and vision for the country with the American audience…
5 Ways to Grow a Small Business Without Spending a Dime
Want to grow a small business but can’t afford to invest in expensive advertising? Do you want to increase profits…
The Brains Behind the Company, Looker, That Google Acquired for $2.6 Billion
Looker, a business intelligence software and big data analytics platform was recently acquired by Google for $2.6 billion, reports CNBC.…
Jason Rosario: Inspiring A Movement of Healthy Manhood
BE Modern Man: Jason Rosario Producer, media personality, public speaker and author; 39; Founder, The Lives Of Men Twitter: @jason__rosario;…
Film ‘Legacy Lives On’ Premieres At ABFF, Follows Financial Journey of Three Black Women
Prudential, in partnership with Urban One, screened Legacy Lives On at the American Black Film Festival on June 15 in…
Freedom vs. Emancipation: The Celebration of Juneteenth
Although President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in January 1863, declaring all slaves as legally free, it actually took…
Over 1,000 Entrepreneurs and Innovators at Black Enterprise’s 2019 Black Business Conference, FWD (Daily Recap)
For almost 50 years, black entrepreneurs and business owners have looked to BLACK ENTERPRISE as the definitive authority on everything…
Watching ‘When They See Us’ Is An Act Of Social Justice
Apparently, no one was ready for Ava DuVernay’s recent series, When They See Us. Across social media, discourse about the…
Family-Owned Georgia Funeral Home Finds Success In Comforting the Bereaved
Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home Inc. is a family-owned and operated Georgia funeral home with 140 employees, five…
This Woman Says Black Investors Should Pay Close Attention to Facebook’s New Cryptocurrency, Libra
This week, Facebook announced the launch of its new cryptocurrency, Libra. The social media giant’s new digital currency is also…
Transcript, Video from Wendy Williams Speaking at Black Enterprise’s FWD Conference
On Thursday, media star Wendy Williams sat down for a one-on-one conversation in the session, “Wendy Williams: More Than Just…
7 Powerful Takeaways from Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Testimony to Congress about Reparations
Reparations are emerging as a front-and-center debate and likely to be a hot topic during the 2020 election. Black leaders…
Will Smith Invests in App that Helps Teens with Financial Literacy
Will Smith recently became an investor in Step, a mobile-based banking service app for teenagers, through his Dreamers fund. Step…
Why I Hate ‘The Hookup’
The hookup. Are you always looking for it? Stop me if you’ve heard this one. Richard, a black comedian calls…
10 Thoughtful (And Free) Father’s Day Gift Ideas
As Father’s Day quickly approaches, many of us are wondering what gift to get dad this year. Barbecue grills, TVs,…
6 Steps to Take If a Debt Collector Tries to Sue You
One minute you’re going about your day, not a care in the world. The next, you get a call from…
Still the Most Ignored Demographic: Single, Black Fathers
One of the first articles I ever had published was a feature story I wrote many years ago on growing…
What a Cliche!: The 5 Most Overused Resume Phrases
Just because something sounds good, doesn’t mean you should put it on your resume. A million other people probably have…
Shaq Invests in Nine Atlanta-Area Papa John’s Restaurants
Shaquille O’Neal invested in nine Papa John’s locations in the Atlanta, Georgia, region. The locations are: 990 State St. NW,…
27 Top Black YouTube Stars From Around the World You Need to Follow
When it comes to the most viewed and popular content, it doesn’t matter how many photos or clever memes you…
Black CEO’s Battle for His Company and Reputation Raises Question: Are Successful Black Founders Being Forced Out of Their Businesses?
It’s been a long year for Brian Brackeen. He is the founder of Kairos, a facial recognition technology company. Brackeen…