Black Tech Week returned to downtown Cincinnati this week for its fifth year, bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, students, investors, and corporate leaders for three days of networking, professional development, and workforce opportunities. The three-day conference is a culture-driven experience powered by community and corporate collaboration. Thousands of students, entrepreneurs, sponsors, and investors come together […]
Category: Black-Owned Business Corner
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Residents and Partnerships Build Up Cleveland’s Food System
It’s summertime harvest season, and local farmers’ markets are in full swing. Lingering effects of tariffs on household incomes and reduced government food benefits are sending families to farmers’ markets and Community Supported Agriculture programs for fresh and affordable foods. Droves of shoppers boost urban farms and gardens in Northeast Ohio facing federal funding cuts […]
Posted inBlack-Owned Business Corner, EQUITY, HISTORY, MONEY
Beyond Tulsa: Uncovering America’s forgotten Black Wall Streets and their legacies today
The history of Black Wall Streets across the United States is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of Black Americans in creating economic opportunities despite the crushing restrictions of Jim Crow laws. From Richmond’s …
Posted inBlack-Owned Business Corner, EQUITY, Money & Small Business, PRESS ROOM
U.S. Black Chambers launches 40-day campaign to empower Black-owned businesses
The initiative demands Target honor pledges to Black businesses and restore DEI commitments.
Posted inBlack-Owned Business Corner, MONEY, small businesses
Small business owners optimistic about 2025 economy despite challenges
According to a survey by NEXT Insurance, 73% of small business owners are optimistic about their economic viability in 2025, despite challenges such as rising business costs and shifting consumer trends…
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Black entrepreneurs face unique challenges in business growth
Explore the challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs in the U.S. and how they turn race into an advantage. Learn about their mission to empower their communities.
Posted inBlack-Owned Business Corner, MONEY
Black women entrepreneurs want more federal support to start and grow businesses
“As the Biden administration highlights its economic efforts, Black women say they need more resources to launch and sustain new businesses and create generational wealth.”
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Last-minute shopper? Check out these 10 Black-Owned Businesses in Cleveland!
Running out of ideas for holiday shopping. Check out these local Black-owned businesses
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New selfie space in Cleveland offers luxury backdrops, amenities
Coco’s Selfie Space is a 25,000 square foot venue in downtown Cleveland offering 70 different backdrops, a bar/snack area, and a 200-seat event space for visitors to capture stunning memories and host social gatherings.
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Coco’s Chalky Powder
Who is Coco? What is chalky paint? What is Coco’s Chalky Paint?