Name: Robert Lewis Business Name: Black Cooperative Investment Fund Current Title: President/Board Chair Location: Los Angeles, CA Educational Background: Howard University, Washington, DC Master of Social Work, May 1996 […]
About Us Who we are Black to Business is your ultimate destination for simplifying the startup journey for early-stage and first-generation Black entrepreneurs. We understand that often, the uncertainty of where to start prevents potential business owners from taking the leap. Rooted in education, practicality, and community, we empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and confidence […]
>>>AUDIO LINK –> CLICK HERE Name: Sherrell Dorsey Title: Founder, ThePLUGDaily.com Location: New York, New York Educational Background: B.A., International Trade and Marketing, Fashion Institute of Technology M.S. (2018), Data Journalism, Columbia University About Sherrell: Since learning to code at the age 14 Sherrell Dorsey has not slowed down in the tech industry. She is […]
Name: Krystal Beachum Age: 26 Current Title: Founder/CEO of Student Athletes Unite & Licensing Intern at the NFLPA Location: Washington, DC Krystal Beachum, author of “For The Other 98%” and Founder of Student-Athletes Unite took her passion for student-athletes and entrepreneurship to the next level by filling the gap in the college athletics industry. Her company is committed to […]
Name: Tonya Rapley Age: 32 Location: Brooklyn, NY Current Title: Founder, My Fab Finance & Co-Founder FOAM Enterprises, Inc. Education: BA Public Administration and MA Urban Policy & Affairs, Financial Education Instruction Certificate During this episode we discussed wealth in the black community, student loans, and credit. Tonya also shares her journey to financial freedom and becoming […]
From the time I was eighteen and tasked with projecting a major for my college career, I knew I could never do just one thing. I had an interest in this, I had an interest in that, I was good at this, my mother saw me as that – yet I had no idea what […]
Top Five: Instagram Accounts Helping You Get Black To Business They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and these five Instagram accounts are taking the celebration of being black in business to the next level. If you were ever wondering where to start when looking for a black-owned business to support your needs, […]
Stepping out of your comfort zone, facing fear head-on, and taking risks are all part of the entrepreneurial journey—especially for Black entrepreneurs who often have to fight for every inch of success. We understand the weight these decisions carry, and that’s why this episode is dedicated to discussing the importance of embracing risk as a […]
Networking is hands down one of the most powerful tools in your entrepreneurial toolkit, but for many entrepreneurs, it can feel daunting or even disingenuous. We’ve all heard the saying “it’s not what you know, but who you know” – and when it comes to business, those words couldn’t ring truer. Building a strong network […]
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business world, crises can strike at any moment, leaving even the most successful entrepreneurs scrambling to keep their companies afloat. From social media scandals and product recalls to global pandemics and economic downturns, the challenges facing businesses are more complex and varied than ever before. That’s why having a solid […]
