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Corvida Raven, founder of SheGeeks.net

Black Blogger Month: She Geeks, The Digital Diva

Revolutionizing the way technology is understood, Corvida Raven decodes social media, mobile gadgets and applications for the average consumer

Tech expert Corvida Raven has carved out her own space online with She Geeks, a…

By Janel Martinez

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Marcus Samuelsson Spreads Food Politics Through Digital Platforms

You’ve seen the chef/philanthropist on the Web and shows like "Top Chef Masters," catch him at the 2012 Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo

Marcus Samuelsson’s social media footprint is sizzling—his verified Twitter account boasts over 51,000 followers; Facebook…

By Janel Martinez

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Boxing champ Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr., center, poses with pop singer Justin Bieber and Cuban boxer Yuriyorkis Gamboa (Image: File)

Money, Power and Technology: How Floyd Mayweather Became a Social Media Heavyweight

The famed boxer has spread his brand beyond the boxing ring, amassing an online following that rivals tech heavyweights and influencers

With accounts on various social media platforms, Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr. has spread his brand…

By Hajj Flemings

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In 2011, tech co-founders Mike McGee and Neal Sales-Griffin started Code Academy, a 12 week program to teach people how to build websites and mobile apps.

Code Academy Teaches Web Development to the Masses

The black-owned startup is schooling entrepreneurs on the art of coding from the ground floor of Chicago's new 50,000 sq. ft. coworking facility

In October 2011, tech co-founders Mike McGee and Neal Sales-Griffin started Code Academy, a 12-week…

By Terrance Gaines

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"Awkward Black Girl" creator Issa Rae was all smiles during her BlackEnterprise.com interview (Image: Brain Food Film)

‘Awkward Black Girl’ Creator Issa Rae on Shorty Award Win and Online Racism

The producer, director, writer and star of “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl” addresses the digital hate

“Awkward Black Girl” creator Issa Rae spoke to BlackEnterprise.com about her Shorty Award win, the…

By Janel Martinez

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Actor Ashton Kutcher plays a Bollywood character named “Raj” (Image: YouTube)

Ashton Kutcher’s Popchips Ad Sparks Controversy, Pulled After Online Outcry

The “Two and a Half Men” star’s latest commercial for the potato chip brand is being called “offensive” and “racist” across the web

Ashton Kutcher’s Popchips ad campaign released earlier this week has been removed from the snack…

By Janel Martinez

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Karen Civil, founder fo KarenCivil.com

Black Blogger Month: Karen Civil, The People’s Voice

With access to Lil Wayne and Dr. Dre, this trusted blogger is a every music lovers favorite source for all things music

With KarenCivil.com, this 26-year-old gives hip-hop fans all access to their favorite stars with a…

By Tracy Garraud

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Christen Rochon, founder of DivasAndDorks.com

Black Blogger Month: Divas & Dorks, Best of Both Blogs

Proving women excel in tech just a well as fashion, Christen Rochon is a successful diva and a dork in the digital space

Mixing technology with fashion, Christen Rochon’s Divas & Dorks is a unique online destination catering…

By Aliya Ewing

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WATCH: Second Annual Black Blogger Month Launches May 1, 2012

The month of May has been christened Black Blogger Month as we celebrate the 20 of the most impactful and successful voices online

The month of May has been christened Black Blogger Month as BlackEnterprise.com celebrate the 20…

By Anslem Samuel

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Issa Rae, Creator of ‘The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl,’ Turns Quirkiness into Viral Sensation

The 26-year-old innovator on how she came up with ABG, turning awkward situations into material and what’s next on her horizon

With a Shorty Award under her belt and taping for season two well underway, BlackEnterprise.com…

By Janel Martinez

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