Jason Towns: Creating Inclusive Startup Communities
BE Modern Man: Jason Towns Startup investor/adviser, entrepreneurship ecosystem architect; 40; Managing Partner, Groundwork Ventures Twitter: @jhtdc; Instagram: @jhtdc Over the last decade, I’ve been...
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15 Summer Reads by Black Authors
Summer is upon us, which means it’s time to charge our melanin on the beaches and in parks, stretched out with a great summer read. Below you’ll find 15 of the hottest books for the season by black...
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NBA Legend Isiah Thomas is Building a New Legacy in the Champagne World [Video]
Isiah Thomas trekked all the way to the vineyards of France, where he studied the soil, topography, and climate on a quest to create the perfect champagne. His goal was to craft great-tasting...
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Post-Pride Month Reflections: ‘I Check All Boxes… Including the LGBTQ One’
I check all the boxes. I’m African American, I’m a woman, I’m left-handed, I’m divorced, and I’m bi-sexual. For many reasons, there has always been one area of my diverse self that I haven’t been...
View ArticleHow to Get Covered by Black Enterprise
Along with “What does it take to be a Black Enterprise event speaker?”, “How to get covered by Black Enterprise?” is a question that I and my colleagues get dozens of times a day, via e-mail, our...
View Article3 Essential Steps to Discouraging Social Loafing
Have you ever worked in a group where some members contributed and others did not? If so, then you know how frustrating it can be. The problem with social loafing—the tendency of certain members of a...
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American Black Women Are Moving in Droves to This One Country
Who would have thought that Abu Dhabi would be an “it” place for black women professionals, with all the thriving cities here, at home. It goes far beyond location, as Abu Dhabi introduces the unique...
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10 Reasons Why White People Think Racism Is Over
“Are we now in a post-racial America?” This is perhaps the number two question asked since President Obama has taken office.Ever since Barack and Michelle Obama were sworn into office and moved into...
View ArticleHow I Landed My First TEDx Talk and How You Can Too
I often get asked this question by other entrepreneurs; “How did you get to do a TEDx talk?” My answer is simple, I pitched my idea, and after submitting my speech to the TEDx committee, I was...
View ArticleMillennial Moves: Removing Barriers for Young, Black Accountants
While #BlackGirlMagic is an anthem that has successfully recognized the accomplishments of black women around the world, there is still more work that needs to be done to share the story of the...
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This May Be The Best Skin Treatment for People of Color With Dark Marks
Melanin is a beautiful gift from God that gives people of color added protection from UV rays, skin cancer, and signs of aging. Not to mention, it also glistens in the sun with a magical glow....
View ArticleAfroFuture Fest Organizers Change Decision to Charge White People More for...
The AfroFuture Fest Detroit-based music festival came under scrutiny when its organizers announced that it would charge $10 tickets to people of color and $20 and up to ‘non-POC’ people. The ticket...
View ArticleJeff Shuford: Excelling As A Syndicated Columnist
BE Modern Man: Jeff Shuford Nationally syndicated columnist; 32; President, Tech From Vets Twitter: @vets_22 I have been blessed to become one of the youngest nationally syndicated columnists in the...
View Article7 Basic Marketing Techniques for Small Businesses
In an age where people connect more and more via the internet and social media, many small businesses are trying to utilize new strategies to get their products and ideas out there. Doing so can...
View ArticleHow HSBC Bank’s $1.3 Million Grant Will Help Black Businesses Scale Up
Endowed with a gift to help spur growth for minority and female entrepreneurs, Endeavor has received a $1.3 million grant from HSBC Bank USA. The two-year grant will support Endeavor’s expansion into...
View ArticleDove Joins Effort to Ban Discrimination Against Natural Black Hairstyles in...
Hair bias in the workplace is an issue that black people know too well. A recent study by Dove reveals that black women are 80% more likely to change their natural hair in order to meet social norms...
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Jaden Smith Creates Free Vegan Food Truck and Serves Los Angeles Homeless
We all know eating healthy comes at an exponential price but, what happens when you’re homeless and your basic food needs being met aren’t even an option? Jaden Smith wants to change that. He recently...
View ArticleBob Johnson, BET Founder, Praises Trump, Says Democrats Have Moved “Too Far...
In an interview with CNBC, America’s first black billionaire and the founder of BET, Robert L. Johnson weighed in what he sees as problems with the Democratic Party. “The party in my opinion, for me...
View ArticleMaurice Clarett: Mental Health Champion Scores From The Red Zone
BE Modern Man: Maurice Clarett Entrepreneur and speaker; 35; Founder and CEO of The Red Zone Twitter: @ReeseClarett13; Instagram: @MauriceClarett I am the founder of The Red Zone. After overcoming my...
View ArticleColleges and Universities Now Offering Degrees in Marijuana
Several schools are now offering undergraduate and advanced degrees in the study of marijuana as the cannabis industry surges. The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) launched a Master...
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