Why Entrepreneurs Need to Know How to Lobby
These seven mistakes can prove costly when dealing with the government
For small business owners, cutting through the red tape in order to deter a local…
By Alan Hughes
Eight Tips For the Suddenly Wealthy
A checklist for managing an unexpected windfall of cash
If you’ve gone from drowning in debt to swimming in loot, these eight tips will…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
UBR Morning Post: More On Model Entrepreneur B. Smith
Bonus content on the entrepreneurs and strategies featured on The Urban Business Roundtable
This week on The Urban Business Roundtable, UBR Producer Angelique Westerfield speaks with B. Smith,…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
Forever Linked to Katrina, Ray Nagin Reflects on His Term
New Orleans mayor concedes mistakes, but 'did the best he could'
The legacy of former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin will be forever intertwined with the…
By Joyce Jones
What You Should Know Before Settling Credit Card Debt
Be mindful of the pros and cons of consulting a service
If you’re up to your eyeballs in debt and can’t see the light at the…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Memo To Entrepreneurs: Don’t Become Isolated
Four keys to staying visible and connected despite the demands of running your business
One of the biggest threats to successful entrepreneurship is isolation. Many entrepreneurs get so caught…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
New Study Reveals Same Old Reality for Blacks
African Americans continue to lose ground in employment
Even with the news that the black unemployment rate dropped from 15.9% in May to…
By Sonia Alleyne
Black Mayors Press Senate to Pass Energy Bill
Hip Hop Caucus, CBC join push for green initiatives on Capitol Hill
The National Conference of Black Mayors is on a mission to green their cities. At…
By Joyce Jones
Should You Get a Three-Year College Degree?
Tight economy has some schools offering a short-cut to the bachelor�s degree
Spiraling tuition costs have some students balking at the idea of a traditional four-year…
By Renita Burns
Sports Franchise CFO Talks Boosting Bottom Lines
Changes in budget policy helped company make gains
As CFO of the parent company of several sports franchises that include the NBA’s Toronto…
