Daytime’s Other Drama
Despite its popularity with black audiences, daytime television discounts black talent in front of, and behind, the camera. These industry insiders are pushing for change.
Tune in to television anytime during the day and you’re bound to see a…
By Carolyn M. Brown
Sweet Expectations: A Recipe For Success
In the darkest period of her life, Michele Hoskins found inspiration from a family recipe and created a multimillion-dollar company.
In 1997, Michele Hoskins was nominated for the BE Emerging Company of the Year…
By Michelle Hoskins
Handle With Care
Blacks are in weakest position to provide home care
African American caregivers are more likely than other groups to experience financial hardship…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
Riding With The Currency
When the dollar loses value in the world markets, there are pitfalls to watch out for. Here's how to benefit whether it is weak or strong.
Harlan Brandon knows shoes. After 15 years of designing them for companies such as…
By Rene Brinkley
Carver Vs. One United
In the battle for market share and customers, the nation's two largest black banks seek to grow through acquisition. Which one will ultimately win the fight to be No. 1?
Deborah Wright has been kicking butt and taking numbers — the latest is No.…
By Sakina P. Spruell
Taking Steps Toward Financial Independence
Our 2003 financial fitness contest winners are reaching their goals with solid fiscal planning
What a difference a year makes.
Anyone who is seriously committed to getting his or…
By Sheryl Nance-Nash
The Perfect Sip
John D. Gregory enjoys an Armagnac moment
Southwest France’s Gascogny region — dubbed France’s Tuscany — is a gourmand’s paradise,…
By Joseph Dumas
The Season’s Best
A PERSONAL BOOKING
Snapshots of memorable moments are artistically arranged and custom designed to…
By Sonia Alleyne
New Orleans Spice
A taste of art and culture in the Crescent City
A poetic fusion of the melody and the moment is what trumpeter Irvin Mayfield…
By Sean Drakes
The Art Of Motion
An engineer dances with capoeira
“The first time I saw it, I was intimidated by it.” This is…
