Business
AARP Announces Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan as New CEO
AARP, the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age, announced that Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan will serve as its next CEO.
Did You Reach Your Financial Goal This Year?
Eleven months ago, many people set financial goals for the New Year.
Did You Reach Your Financial Goal This Year?
Eleven months ago, many people set financial goals for the New Year. Maybe you planned to buy a new home, finance a new vehicle or start a new business. Whether you made New Year’s resolutions, pasted images on a vision board or crunched numbers on an official balance sheet, you had every intention of achieving those goals in 2024.
Savoy's Prestigious 2024 Most Influential Corporate Directors List Reveals Corporate America's Top Board Leadership
Savoy magazine announced the release of its 2024 Most Influential Corporate Directors listing in its winter issue. The leading business and lifestyle publication features Ursula Burns, former CEO of Xerox, on its cover, highlighting her groundbreaking career and enduring influence in corporate leadership.
Omerge Alliances Marks Milestone Anniversary
In honor of the 15th Anniversary of woman-owned marketing communications agency Omerge Alliances, Founder & CEO, Olivia F. Scott, wrote 51 Brand Marketing Tips for Creators. This book is now available in three formats on Amazon (ebook, paperback and audiobook), and is intended to inspire the next generation of brand builders.
Meet The Founder of a Black-Owned Digital Marketing Agency Devoted to Helping Black Businesses Thrive Online
jaMichael Mitchell, the founder of EraBright, has been a force in digital marketing since 2011. With over a decade of experience working for some of the nation’s top agencies and managing campaigns for globally recognized brands, JaMichael took a leap in 2016 to build something of his own. Inspired by his passion for empowering Black-owned businesses, he resigned from his corporate role to launch EraBright—a Black-owned digital marketing agency committed to helping Black businesses succeed in today’s competitive digital landscape.
Stay Safe from Holiday Scams
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer. Falling for a scam can lead to losing money and putting your account and personal information at risk, which can be both time consuming and costly.
The National Credit Union Foundation Teams Up With Spiral To Help Credit Union Members Achieve Financial Freedom
Spiral, the award-winning personalized banking platform, announced that The National Credit Union Foundation (The Foundation) has joined as a nonprofit partner. As the charitable arm of the U.S. credit union movement, The Foundation supports nearly 3,000 credit unions with a mission to serve as a catalyst to improve people’s financial lives through credit unions and has awarded over $36 million worth of grants to help credit unions better serve their members.
Baldwin Richardson Foods Names Cara J. Hughes Chief Customer and Community Impact Officer
Baldwin Richardson Foods, a leading custom ingredients manufacturer for the food and beverage industry, announces Cara J. Hughes' promotion to Chief Customer and Community Impact Officer. Since 1992, the company has built a legacy of excellence as one of the industry's largest Black family-owned, women-led businesses. One of the second generation of entrepreneurs leading the company forward, Hughes works in partnership with CEO and President Erin Tolefree to execute the company's accelerated growth strategy. In this elevated role, Hughes has direct oversight of Consumer Insights, Customer Relationships, Culinary Innovation, Sales, Marketing, and Community Impact.
Introducing Brandcil, the First Black Owned Tech Company to Build an Enterprise Platform for Managing Your Social Media Channels
Brandcil is a one stop shop with tools including a feature that will post to your channels all at once, a scheduler, e-commerce, a music vertical and much, much more. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Brandcil Incorporated went live on June 10th, 2024. It is the only enterprise level Black owned Social Media Management Platform. We are committed to providing our services at only a fraction of the cost of the competition.
Shon Harris Honored as a 2024 Notable Black Leader by Crain's Chicago Business
LiveWire Construction is thrilled to announce that Shon Harris, President of both LiveWire Construction and BlackRock Construction, has been honored as one of Crain's 2024 Notable Black Leaders. This prestigious recognition is part of a special editorial feature by Crain's Chicago Business.
ESSENCE Announces Executive Leadership Appointments
ESSENCE announces the appointment of new executive team members, who join the organization as the company continues to deepen its investment in talent. This move underscores the company’s commitment to meet the needs of the cultures, ethnicities, and demographics that combine to make up the characteristics of the New General Market.
Famous Amos awards $50,000 each to three emerging entrepreneurs across the beauty, music and gaming industries
Famous Amos has announced the winners of the Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative (IFS), now in its fourth year. IFS is an annual program that provides $150,000 in capital and ongoing resources to a talented cohort of early-stage, Black entrepreneurs. The program honors the legacy of the late Wally Amos, creator and founder of Famous Amos cookies, who in the 1970s became a household name for aspiring business owners across America.
Ten Tips to Keep Your Business Cybersafe
A cybersecurity breach can present significant threats to your business. No matter the size of your organization, it’s important to take cybersecurity seriously. Your data is your company’s most important asset, and you need to keep your digital operations safe. Most businesses also rely on external partners and vendors, which can introduce cybersecurity risks that must be carefully managed.
