7 Black Global Designers to Watch
Top international labels making their mark on the fashion industry
These fashion industry trendsetters are blazing an international trail with their unique flair for style.
Judy Smith’s 5 Biggest Scandal Resolutions
The inspiration for ABC's Scandal has had her hand in cleaning up memorable political and PR nightmares
ABC’s Scandal stars Kerry Washington as a savvy lawyer adept at clearing her high profile…
By Anslem Samuel
Women’s History Month: 7 Black Business Leaders Who Were Girl Scouts
These women pave the way for other young, black female leaders
From the boardroom to stage, these industry leaders have one thing in common: They all…
By Janell Hazelwood
March 28, 2012
Tags: Angela Simmons, CoverGirl, Disney, Essence, Essence magazine, Glenda Hatchet, High School Musical, J. Veronica Biggins, Monique Coleman, Queen Latifah, Susan L. Taylor, Vanessa Simmons, Venus Williams
Don Thompson Named CEO of McDonald’s
Donald Thompson has been named CEO of McDonald’s Corp., taking the helm of the world’s largest fast food restaurant chain
Donald Thompson has been named CEO of McDonald’s Corp., taking the helm of the world’s…
By Derek T. Dingle
Professor Becomes First Black Woman to Get High Court Media Credentials
Female-owned media company also a pioneer in facilitating Supreme Court coverage
Gloria Browne-Marshall recently became the first black woman to get credentials to cover the U.S.…
By Janell Hazelwood
BMI’s First African American Woman Chairperson on Changing Music Business
Susan Davenport Austin speaks on her historic role at the long-running music company
As first woman & African American chairperson of BMI, Susan Davenport Austin continues company’s legacy…
By Joel Lyons
Careers of Love: Black Professionals Banking on Romance
Matchmaker, romance novelist and wedding planner talk business of amour
For these entrepreneurs, love does pay the bills. We talk to a matchmaker, romance novelist…
By Demetria Irwin
February 14, 2012
Tags: Career Advancement, career transition, erotica, K.I.M. Media L.L.C., Leslie Short, Lisa Short, literature, love, matchmaker, One Degree From Me, Oprah Winfrey, OWN, Paul Carrick Brunson, Publishing, romance literature, romance novels, Valentine's Day, writers
Rosalind Brewer Makes History as Sam’s Club CEO
Spelman alumnus is first woman and African American at post
Rosalind Brewer becomes the first woman and African American to hold the CEO position at…
By Carolyn M. Brown
Preview B.E. Business Report: Inspiration & Advice from Women of Power
This week's BEBR features a highlight of previous Women of Power Legacy Award winners, including fashion icon Bethann Hardison
Fashion trailblazer Bethann Hardison receives Legacy Award at Black Enterprise’s Women of Power Summit &…
By Andrew Wadium
January 20, 2012
Tags: alexis herman, B. Smith, bebr, Bethann Hardison, BLACK ENTERPRISE Business Report, Calvin Klein, Caroline V. Clarke, Iman, Legacy Award, Naomi Campbell, Oscar de la Renta, Perry Ellis, State Farm, Tyson Beckford, Vogue Italia, Women of Power
Hiring the Least Likely
When Michael A. Rashid joined AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies, he grew the organization from…
By Sonia Alleyne
January 1, 2012
Tags: career management, career positioning, career strategy, Michael Rashid, Power Player, Power Players
