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When Two Becomes One

Pat Houston, 38, remains one of the 14.5 million unemployed, according to the July 2009 report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Using Crowdfunding for College Financing

Troutman decided to tap into her social media network on Twitter and Facebook, creating a page on the crowdfunding website Indiegogo, where she could tell her more than 800 friends and followers about her goal and seek their contributions. By the end of the month, Troutman had raised $10,000.

Aaron Follins: Giving An Ovation In Celebration of Men of Color

I created a space where annually we spotlight a dozen men of color from around the country who are not only successful in their careers but pursue philanthropy in their communities. Since its inception, we’ve been able to honor entrepreneurs, magazine editors, LGBTQ activists, youth sports coaches, and Fortune 500 executives. Even though the event is a one-night awards program, I can tell that relationships are built, lives are changed, and partnerships are formed as evident by the feedback I receive from participants and attendees.

John H. Johnson’s Enduring Lessons on Growing Black Businesses

John H. Johnson’s Enduring Lessons on Growing Black Businesses

28 Days: Celebrating Black Business Icons Past & Present: Honoring the iconic John Harold Johnson, founder, chairman, and publisher and CEO of Johnson Publishing Co. Inc. His enduring example continues to inspire legions of black entrepreneurs to this day. #Black HistoryMonth

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