Name: Gieselle Allen Business Name: Gieselle Allen Coaching Current Title: CEO & Founder Location: Montclair, NJ Educational Background: Certified coach via CTI About Gieselle: Are you a leader of color who wants to lead and empower in revolutionary ways? Then you need Gieselle Allen… Gieselle works with revolutionary leaders of color to support […]
Starting a business is no easy feat, and for Black entrepreneurs, the challenges can often feel even more overwhelming. From navigating limited resources and accessing capital, to breaking down barriers in the business world, there’s a lot to handle. On top of these systemic challenges, many new business owners fall into avoidable traps—common pitfalls that […]
When you think about funding your business, venture capital might be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, for Black entrepreneurs, accessing traditional VC funding can be an uphill battle, with less than 1% of VC capital going to Black-owned businesses. This episode of the Black to Business podcast dives deep into alternative funding […]
April 3, 2024, New York, NY – Black to Business is a platform dedicated to simplifying the often intimidating startup process for early-stage and first-generation Black entrepreneurs. In a marketing partnership starting this April, they will join forces with Communitas America, a nonprofit focused on promoting economic mobility in hyperlocal communities in low-income neighborhoods of […]
In this special episode, led by Monique T. Marshall, founder of Black to Business and the podcast’s host, we take a deep dive into the highlights, achievements, and lessons learned in 2023. THINGS DISCUSSED DURING THIS EPISODE: Top podcast episodes of the year. Business achievements and milestones. Crucial business lessons learned. What’s next for […]
In this episode of the Black To Business podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of the entertainment industry and explore the business side of running a recording studio. Our guest, Curtis Daniel III, CEO/Co-owner of Patchwerk Recording Studios, shares his insights and experiences as a successful businessman in the industry. From transitioning from athlete […]
In this episode, we dive into the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the business world and its impact on Black entrepreneurs. Our guest, Daniel Oppong, Founder of The Courage Collective and Boundless, shares valuable insights on understanding and implementing DEI principles in businesses. From the meaning of DEI to the benefits of […]
Name: Monique T. Marshall Business Name: Black To Business Current Title: Founder Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: Howard University About Monique: Monique T. Marshall is an Entrepreneur, Thought-Leader, and Influencer. As the Chief-in-Charge of Black to Business, a platform providing Black entrepreneurs with the resources and connections to start and grow their businesses. Monique […]
BROOKLYN, NY, February 7, 2023 – Black To Business, a business formation and education platform for Black entrepreneurs, is joining forces with Da Spot NYC (“DA SPOT”), a unique fashion boutique featuring 25+ creative brands by people of color, in the month of February. This partnership will extend through Black History Month and provides […]
Name: Rod Johnson Business Name: BLK & Bold Current Title: Co-Founder Location: Des Moines IA About BLK & Bold: Being the first nationally accessible/distributed Black-owned coffee and tea business not only came with its own victories but it also came with its own set of challenges. Long nights, a lot of trial and error, […]
