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Michell began exploring social media out of necessity, when he was stuck on campus as a cadet at the United States Military Academy. Michell was expelled from the academy in 2012. The days leading to his expulsion forced him to stand up for himself when no one else would. The days after his expulsion challenged […]
Name: Jay Colby Age: 24 Current Title: Founder/Editor-in-Chief of The Black Detour Location: Dallas, TX Education: Prairie View A & M University Jay Colby is a writer, journalist and founder of The Black Detour. Jay has dedicated his life to not only change the negative perception of Black people in mainstream media but to […]
Since 2016, Black to Business has highlighted 31 dynamic female founders who have created amazing businesses and have fostered positive changes within our communities. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Black to Business will be featuring 31 Women Who Are at the Forefront of Black Entrepreneurship during March. Read on for complete list. […]
Name: Joan G. Wilmer Current Title: Human Resources Executive, Founder of Joan K. Wilmer Memorial Foundation Location: Washington, DC Education: Honor graduate of Norfolk State University (Bachelor: Social Work); University of Texas (Master’s: Business Administration) A steadfast dedication to the betterment of people truly constitutes Ms. Wilmer’s personal mission statement, and ultimately that same […]
Name: Amber Dee Current Title: Online Business & Social Media Marketing Expert Location: Atlanta, GA Education: 2 BA degrees and a Master’s degree Amber Dee is an online business and social media marketing expert for individuals that are tired of living paycheck to paycheck and ready to create their own wealth simply by […]
Name: Tiffany Ashitey and Tasha Morris Current Title: Co-Founders of Benchmark Creative Group Educational Background: Temple University (both undergrad) and NYU (Tiffany only) Location: Brooklyn, NY Benchmark Creative Group is a digital event marketing agency that creates marketing campaigns for events and provides marketing workshops for organizations as well as one on one branding […]
Name: Reverend Nicholas Richards Current Title: Founder of Roho Location: Harlem, NY Education: Morehouse College Nicholas Richards, is the founder of Roho, the largest online community of Black Christians. Roho’s mission is to keep you connected to God at all times. Prior to Roho, Rev. Richards served as Assistant Pastor of The Abyssinian […]
Name: Claudette Harris Current Title: Customer Service In Your Business Location: Rochester Hills, MI Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with coursework completed towards a Masters in Global Leadership Management; Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified Claudette is as an accomplished customer service professional. Her expertise was refined with formal education, experience over 40 years working […]
What is Women’s History Month? Since the 1980s, women have been celebrated and recognized for their extraordinary contributions to history, society, and culture during the month of March. Women’s History Month pays homage to various women and continues to inspire the women of generations to come. Learn more about Women’s History Month at https://womenshistorymonth.gov/. What […]
