Top Five

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, these accounts got you covered.

Today, more than ever people are realizing that we are the answers to the problems going on within the black community. This begins with unifying and rebuilding our communities, and what better ways to do that than to support our black businesses.

These five accounts are keeping you in the know. Check out our list of favorites in no particular order:

 @PridenPower

• Who are they: A platform promoting black businesses and excellence.

• Why we love them: Pride & Power has built a loyal following among those who cherish black excellence. They feature unexpected subjects and thoughtful composition discussing the state of black business in America, while showcasing some of today’s rising black businesses. Oh and you might come across great discounts.

 @BuyBlackNYC

• Who are they: A business directory designed to encourage consumers within New York City and surrounding areas to spend a larger portion of their money with black-owned small businesses.

• Why we love them: With frequent posts throughout the week, you will come across discussions and photos depicting the latest topics in black America. No topic is off limits.

@YoungBlackHustling

• Who are they: A privately-funded social movement designed to promote and encourage unity and solidarity among the upcoming black community.

• Why we love them: The platform is designed to encourage upcoming entrepreneurs and their supporters. Their social accounts only promote brands that join the network, which allows others to make a conscious effort to take part in a community of black entrepreneurship.

@OfficialBlackWallStreet

• Who are they: A social account dedicated to the celebration of blacks in business across the country.

• Why we love them: A carefully curated selection of crisp images highlighting today’s black owned businesses and entrepreneurs. They do a phenomenal job of posting timely photos on a consistent basis.

@TheBlackPound

• Who are they: This account is dedicated to uplifting daily quotes that seek to strengthen the black community.

• Why we love them: As a relatively new account, The Black Pound has become a source for inspiration and self love.