Name: Paul Roberson & Ahmed Jerome Business Name: Sobol BedStuy / Williamsburg Current Title: Owner/Operator Location: Brooklyn, NY About Sobol: Ahmed Jerome, Paul Roberson and Tony Robinson got together in 2019 with a general-purpose to start a business in their beloved Bed-Stuy community. They tossed around a few ideas and all agreed that […]
In a post-Obama era where Blacks Americans are proclaiming their blackness now more than ever, it’s disappointing to see Black-owned businesses shy away from serving their own people. What mainstream brands do so intently with Eurocentric brand messaging and imagery – Black businesses steer clear of for fear of “limiting themselves” if they focus solely […]
Wrapping up our annual Black Men Who Lead series, this podcast episode celebrates Black men making strides in both business and community leadership throughout the month of June. As a listener focused on entrepreneurship, you know the journey of starting and growing your own business often includes searching for wisdom, motivation, and actionable strategies. In […]
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 […]
Financial literacy isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a must-have for navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and building a rock-solid foundation for success and economic empowerment, particularly within the Black entrepreneurial community. This episode is all about unlocking the potential of Black entrepreneurship through the amazing power of financial literacy. We’ve got the one and only […]
Navigating the alcohol and spirits industry can be complex, especially for Black entrepreneurs. Monique sits down with industry leaders Dia Simms and Erin J. Hall to discuss how you can break into this lucrative field. Despite making up 15% of the U.S. population and being long-time consumers, Black individuals remain significantly underrepresented in the spirits […]
Name: Hassan Pierre Business Name: Maison de Mode Current Title: CEO & Co-Founder Location: Miami, FL About Hassan: Starting as a Parsons School of Design student where he studied Design & Management, Hassan launched his label reinventing high-end vintage fabrics before founding MAISON DE MODE. As a pioneer of the sustainable fashion movement, he […]
Black Men Who Lead 2022 June is dedicated to Black men who are leading!Since 2017 we’ve focused on highlighting Black men in business who are continuing to push our communities forward. This year, we’ve partnered with thecreativebrutha again to curate our 2022 list of Black men inspiring in the business world and in their communities. […]
This episode is a part of our Black Men Who Lead series hosted by Aquaus Kelley educator and Founder of A Lover’s Ambition Lifestyle Group. About Men Who Lead: Black Men Who Lead is a series highlighting Black men at the forefront of Black entrepreneurship. These men are discussing their journeys in entrepreneurship, challenges, […]
Name: Michelle Dalzon Current Title: CEO of The Black-Owned Market (theBOM) Location: Boston, MA Educational Background: Umass Amherst 2010 – BA Communications About Michelle: As the descendant of small business owners, I envision a world where Black brands THRIVE. I had the pleasure of watching my parents run a successful business with […]
