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The Black Enterprise Guide to The Best Of Everything

Who’s the hottest men’s designer? Where can a woman find the most stylish shoes without sacrificing comfort? What are the premium accoutrements for today’s business and lifestyle demands? And which...

We Do

It’s far from uncommon. Actually, there were 2.7 million businesses owned equally by a male-female team in 2002, according to the latest studies by the U.S. Census Bureau. Of those,...

Holding Their Ground

Squeezed by increased competition and the crucial need to grow customer base, increase capital, and offer 21st-century products and services, black-owned financial services companies are being prompted to become more...

Making Cultural Connections

Donald A. Coleman isn't concerned about his daughter taking over the reins of his business. If she does, he believes she’s been well trained. “I started her out in the finance committee—not the mailroom,” he explains, “so she could see how the agency made money. She could see the expenses, she could see how we had to fight for our margins in order to reward our good employees and move forward.” Advertising is a tough business, and Coleman wants to make sure his daughter, Kelli, currently vice president of business development, fully understands the nuts and bolts of the industry.

Topping The Charts

Starting a record label is risky business. But with the right mix of music, marketing, and manpower you can hear the sweet sound of success. When C. Michael Brae entered...

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