Business
I BIKE HARLEM” OWNER USES AIRBNB TO GROW HER BUSINESS
I want visitors to see the Harlem I know up close, not from behind the plexiglass of a tour bus window. My business, “I Bike Harlem,” gives travelers the opportunity to discover our handsome brownstones and vibrant small businesses. It’s a business I am incredibly proud of and it’s a business that would not exist were it not for the economic opportunity provided by Airbnb.
Mr. Bay’s Bookshelf Encourages Black Boys to Read
Master Barber Bayard, affectionately and respectfully known as “Mr. Bay,” recalls how important books were to his dad, Willie McCullough, and remembers fondly how his father insisted that his children read as a part of their daily activities.
Telecom and Cloud Service Options Expand in Africa
“Our 20-20-20 goal is to serve 20 million Africans in 20 countries by 2020,” says Paul Delkaso, managing member of the Virginia Based Artilium-Africa, and president and CEO of Tristar and Triente Global Energy Group.
NABJ Names Ryan 2017 Journalist of the Year
Washington, D.C. -- April Ryan has been selected as the 2017 Journalist of the Year by the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). The annual award recognizes a black journalist who has a distinguished body of work that has extraordinary depth, scope and significance to people of the African Diaspora.
Obama Foundation Announces Lynn Taliento as Chief Programming Officer
Today, the Obama Foundation announced Lynn Taliento as Chief Programming Officer. At the Obama Foundation, Lynn Taliento will lead the development of the Foundation’s programmatic initiatives.
GIVING BACK Moonlight Creators Barry Jenkins and Tarell Alvin Mccraney Make $40K Donation
Miami - Hundreds attended the celebration event honoring Liberty City’s own, Barry Jenkins and Tarell Alvin McCraney, creators of the award winning film Moonlight, and the movie’s cast, crew and producers at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center (AHCAC) Recently.
Web-based client portal lets community managers and board members manage business operations
Associated Asset Management (AAM), a nationally recognized leader in community association management and accounting services for clients throughout the United States, propels into 2017 with the launch of new technology, BoardVue and Live Chat, to better deliver total peace of mind to their clients.
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton Leads Charge to Investigate Federal Advertising
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has heard the call for a new report on federal advertising and they’re listening.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: Oakwood University Crowned Champion at 28th Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge
After twenty rounds of intense competition, Oakwood University was crowned the 28th annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) National Championship Tournament (NCT) champion on Monday, April 10, 2017.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters to keynote 2017 Phenomenal Woman Awards, kicko to Black Women’s Expo
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), will keynote the Phenomenal Woman Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 6, paying tribute to ten outstanding Chicago area women whose excellence in a variety of fields commands recognition. The event is the kicko¨ to The Black Women’s Expo (BWE), one of Chicago’s most anticipated annual experiential events, and will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Dr., Crystal Ballroom beginning at 6:00 p.m.
U.S. Army Partners with National Society of Black Engineers for 43rd Annual Convention – “Engineering Your Foundation”
Recognizing the vital importance of developing our nation’s next generation of engineers, scientists and technical professionals, the U.S. Army continues its partnership with the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for the sixth year. The partnership includes the Army’s participation at the NSBE Annual Convention March 29 – April 2 in Kansas City, Mo. as a member of the organization’s Board of Corporate Affiliates (BCA).
AT&T Celebrates the Power of Sisterhood with Luvvie Ajayi
Best known for her popular blog Awesomely Luvvie, Ajayi took part in a special dose of “real talk”. She discussed her compelling journey and the power of sisterhood and digital connections.
Stratton Backs Legislation to Encourage State to Invest in Woman and Minority Businesses
“Too often minority owned and woman-owned businesses have a more difficult time receiving a loan, or have to pay very high interest rates if they do,” Stratton said. “Ensuring that these businesses are able to receive their fair share of government contracts is both important and just. And these businesses are providing great services – someone just needs to give them an opportunity.”
LOUISVILLE NATIVE GIVES BACK TO THE BLACK COMMUNITY
Alan “AP” Powell is one of the nation’s greatest unsung African-American heroes.
