Women of Power: Boss Women Giving Back to the Community
Before the year ends, we have to highlight a few boss women who have made 2018 an unforgettable year for everyday people who needed a helping hand. That’s right, we have had our eyes on these business owners and entrepreneurs who have committed random and generous acts of kindness!
Black Enterprise Partners with TD Jakes In SOAR Empowerment Series
Black Enterprise President and CEO Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. and TDJ Enterprises CEO T.D. Jakes announced a partnership between the two prominent black-owned media and event companies, to present its inaugural SOAR! Empowerment Series of events which will kick off in Los Angeles on Feb. 9, 2019.
50 Best Companies For Diversity
If you want to find companies that back up their diversity talk, look no further than the 2018 Black Enterprise 50 Best Companies for Diversity list.
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Pyer Moss founder Kerby Jean-Raymond Talks Diversity in Fashion
Kerby Jean-Raymond, talked about the partnership between his menswear label Pyer Moss and Hennessy on a capsule apparel line inspired by pro cyclist Marshall “Major” Taylor, one of the first African American international sports champions.
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25 black women who are changing the world
Much has been written about 2018 being the year of the woman. Excuse us if we don’t get too excited. The extraordinary accomplishments of black women aren’t new. We didn’t arrive on the scene just now, and in 2019 we’re not going to fade back into the woodwork. Here are 25 black women who are changing the world.
Jesse Williams Addresses America at the BET Awards
Grey’s Anatomy actor and social activist Jesse Williams prophetically addressed America during his awards speech at the 16th annual BET Awards on June 26, at the Microsoft Theatre at L.A. Live. Presented with the Humanitarian Award by BET Chairman/CEO Debra Lee. Check out all of the latest content focused on the issues and topics important to black men.
Morgan State Awarded $750K in STEM Grant Funding
Morgan State University, a historically black college in Baltimore, has announced the award of a three-year $750,000 grant from Intel Corp. The grant is part of the Intel HBCU Grant program announced last month, which is part of the tech giant’s Diversity in Technology Initiative which began in January 2015. Be sure and catch up on all of the latest BE Smart content.
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Later this month, the Michigan Republican party delegation will select a new chair. The high-profile seat is sought after by a black conservative–Gina Barr.
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Many have wondered if artists get paid for performing at the Grammy’s or if they take home extra cash after winning an award. Here is the money behind winning a Grammy.
Financial fights are one of the leading causes of divorce. Many couples find it difficult to effectively communicate with each other about money matters because they are actually speaking different Financial Love Languages.
Franchising is not something to jump into; there are important questions before buying a franchise to ask a potential franchisor. Here are the 10 most important questions to ask before buying a franchise.