Construction begins on Dunbar Pavilion Business Empowerment Center AdminSeptember 5, 202501 views TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Dunbar School, a historic landmark once symbolizing segregation, is being converted into a center to assist local Black-owned businesses. Construction began this week on… Read more
Gilbert Family Foundation Invests Over $4M To Detroit Business Ecosystem AdminSeptember 5, 202505 views Gilbert Family Foundation announced that it will grant over $4 million to Black Leaders Detroit (BLD) and the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA). The announcement made during Black Business Month… Read more
IDEA Mississauga empowering Black entrepreneurs with federal grant – City of Mississauga AdminSeptember 4, 202506 views IDEA Mississauga is the proud recipient of the Federal Government’s Regional Innovation Ecosystem Fund, a program designed to support business growth, while fostering innovative regional economies. IDEA Mississauga… Read more
The Pilates Table brings inclusive pilates to Cincinnati AdminSeptember 3, 202506 views CINCINNATI, Ohio — As National Black Business Month celebrates its 21st year, one local entrepreneur is bringing new energy to Cincinnati’s wellness scene and helping reshape the face of Pilates. What… Read more
After 50 years, Miami-Dade Chamber returns to Liberty City to empower Black entrepreneurs | Business AdminSeptember 3, 202506 views Last week, after more than 50 years of advocating for local businesses, the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon on its first permanent headquarters in the organization’s history. Returning… Read more
The Independence Business Alliance wins national award AdminSeptember 2, 202507 views The Independence Business Alliance (IBA) — the local LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce — was recently named National Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC).… Read more
SEA619 Empowers Black Entrepreneurs in Seattle Tech Scene AdminSeptember 2, 202503 views In Seattle’s bustling tech scene, a new nonprofit is carving out a dedicated space for Black entrepreneurs, addressing long-standing gaps in funding and support. SEA619, founded by Arif Gursel, launched… Read more
Strategy, Access, and Community: How Louisiana Economic Development is Helping Black Businesses Grow, Scale, and Thrive – Essence AdminSeptember 2, 2025012 views NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 04: <> attends the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on July 04, 2025 in New Orleans,… Read more
Harris-Stowe center aims to preserve Black history while growing new businesses AdminSeptember 1, 2025013 views Emilia Robertson has always been the friend at parties who makes the drinks. Among her circle, she became known for one thing in particular — making great Jell-O shots. Robertson… Read more
Black Business Month: ‘You, too, can obtain your dreams’ AdminAugust 29, 202507 views Lolita Tramel, DNP Submitted photo By Lolita Tramel, DNP | Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner As Black Business Month comes to a close, I’m reminded of how the most personal… Read more