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Exclusive Membership Benefits: Elevating Your Experience
Imagine stepping into a world where every door opens just a little wider for you. Where your ambitions meet tailored opportunities, and your hustle is met with rewards that truly matter. That’s the power of exclusive memberships. They’re not just about perks; they’re about transforming your journey, amplifying your impact, and connecting you with a community that gets it.
Dayna Williams
Sep 252 min read


From Culture To Capital: Babba Rivera is Rewriting Beauty Narratives Through Ceremonia
Babba C. Rivera, founder and CEO of Ceremonia, is rewriting beauty standards with a Latinx lens. Born in Sweden to Chilean immigrant parents, Rivera grew up straddling cultures and never seeing her identity represented in the beauty industry. Today, she’s building one of the fastest-growing clean-haircare brands by putting culture at the center.
Dayna Williams
Sep 251 min read


The Power of Pitch Decks: Why Every Founder Needs One
Whether you’re actively raising capital or simply clarifying your business vision, a pitch deck is one of the most powerful tools in a founder’s toolkit. More than slides—it’s your story, strategy, and future on display.
Mwanje Thompson
Sep 252 min read


Achieving Financial Independence: Steps to Financial Freedom
Financial freedom is more than just a financial goal—it’s a foundation for autonomy, dignity, and generational legacy. This article outlines key strategies for achieving financial independence, particularly relevant for Black and Brown communities working to reclaim economic power through intentional planning, investment, and community-centered wealth building.
Mwanje Thompson
Sep 202 min read


Embracing Authenticity in the Age of AI: A Guide for Black and Brown Founders
AI is everywhere. From chatbots to digital clones, our feeds are filling up with content that looks real but often isn’t. While this wave of automation offers efficiency, it also threatens one of the most valuable currencies a brand can hold: trust. For Black and Brown founders building brands in a world where visibility is already a fight, authenticity isn’t just a strategy — it’s survival.
Theo Santiago
Sep 82 min read


How LinkedIn Top Voice Mita Mallick Stays at the Top of Everyone’s Feed
Mita Mallick, bestselling author and LinkedIn Top Voice, has mastered the art of staying visible in a crowded digital space. Her strategies are practical, human-centered, and designed to help you build both influence and authenticity online.
Theo Santiago
Sep 82 min read


Just Won the Lottery? Here’s What to Do Next
Two Powerball winners just split a $1.8B jackpot. Here's what to do if you win big—protect your wealth, choose wisely, and build your legacy.
Mwanje Thompson
Sep 71 min read


Gen Z Can Retire as Millionaires with 3 Simple Steps
Becoming a millionaire may sound like a distant dream, but according to venture capitalist and Shark Tank guest star Rashaun Williams, Gen Z can achieve it before retirement. The key isn’t complicated strategies—it’s financial discipline. Williams told Fortune that the path comes down to three simple steps: building an emergency fund, maxing out retirement accounts, and keeping investments simple (Williams, as cited in Fortune, 2025).
Dayna Williams
Sep 72 min read


From Passion to Production: Edwin’Lee Lawrence Wins Shure MV6 Mic from Audio Moguls Media
What happens when passion meets opportunity? For Edwin’Lee Lawrence, a student at Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy in Milwaukee, it means stepping one beat closer to his dreams.
Mwanje Thompson
Aug 223 min read


Rashaun Williams and the Art of the Prequel Mindset
Williams’ rise wasn’t powered by luck or a VIP guest list—it was fueled by a refusal to wait for permission. On Chicago’s South Side, opportunity wasn’t dropping in his lap, so he crafted his own entry points. For him, “sneaking into the party” wasn’t rebellion—it was rehearsal.
Mwanje Thompson
Aug 122 min read


Turning Scrolls into Sales: How Brands Win—or Lose—with Social Media Buzz
Social media has become more than a marketing tool—it’s the global stage where brands perform, provoke, and persuade. Done right, a single post can rack up millions of views and translate into real-world sales. Done wrong, it can lead to backlash that overshadows the product entirely. Recent moves from KFC and American Eagle offer two very different case studies in leveraging the scroll economy.
Dayna Williams
Aug 112 min read


How Southeast Wisconsin Is Rebuilding from Historic August 2025 Flooding
From August 9–10, 2025, communities across southeastern Wisconsin endured historic flooding that transformed neighborhoods into lakes, stranded vehicles, and left countless homes uninhabitable.
Mwanje Thompson
Aug 112 min read


AI Tools That Can Help You Reach One Million Dollars
Artificial intelligence isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a wealth-building catalyst. For Black and Brown founders aiming for the million-dollar mark, AI tools can automate workflows, uncover market trends, and scale businesses faster than ever. In this short read, we’ll explore four AI-powered resources that could help turn your ideas into a seven-figure reality.
Theo Santiago
Aug 72 min read


Protect Your Energy: Kerry Washington's Words of Wisdom
Actor and producer Kerry Washington drops gems about boundaries and feedback that every Black and Brown entrepreneur needs to hear.
Dayna Williams
Aug 41 min read


AI Is the New Millionaire Maker — Here’s Why You Should Pay Attention
AI Is the New Millionaire Maker — Here’s Why You Should Pay Attention
Mwanje Thompson
Jul 282 min read


Trump's Executive Order on NIL: What It Means for the Future of College Sports
On July 25, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "SAVING COLLEGE SPORTS," aimed at regulating the new world of college athletics, where student-athletes can now profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) and receive direct payments from schools.
Mwanje Thompson
Jul 262 min read


Joe Budden Podcast Network: How a Former Rap Star Is Building a $20 Million Podcasting Empire
Former rap sensation Joe Budden has emerged as a powerhouse in podcasting, generating an estimated $20 million annually through his self‑titled Joe Budden Podcast Network. This article examines his path to success, highlighting key strategies he’s using to preserve creator independence while monetizing at scale.
Mwanje Thompson
Jul 222 min read


Tyler Perry Fired His Aunt — and Taught Us a Masterclass on Legacy
Tyler Perry gets real on Den of Kings about firing his aunt, setting family boundaries, and what it really takes to build legacy. This one’s for every visionary protecting their purpose.
Theo Santiago
Jul 212 min read


NABJ Convention 2025: Honoring 50 Years of Black Journalistic Excellence
NABJ 2025 marks 50 years of Black journalistic excellence. From tech showcases to critical panels, this year's convention in Cleveland is a celebration of legacy, truth-telling, and the future of Black media.
Dayna Williams
Jul 192 min read


Clipse’s Comeback with Purpose and Precision
Clipse returns after 16 years with Let God Sort 'Em Out — a Pharrell-produced album full of spiritual weight, luxury bars, and legacy-defining verses.
Theo Santiago
Jul 192 min read
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