iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in the United States, announced today the launch of “HBCU Homecoming Celebration on iHeartRadio,” an uplifting month-long celebration showcasing Historically Black Colleges and Universities’ (HBCU) school pride and elevating student achievement through iHeartMedia’s multiple platforms, including on-air across iHeartMedia’s Hip Hop and R&B broadcast radio stations, streaming, social channels,… Continue reading iHeartMedia Launches ‘HBCU Homecoming Celebration On iHeartRadio’
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Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming
Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming Nickelodeon has named CBS News’ 60 Minutes veteran producer and Emmy and Peabody Award-winner Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson as Vice President of News Programming for the leading kids’ network, as well as Executive Producer of the recently rebooted Nick News series. In her newly created role, Laguerre-Wilkinson… Continue reading Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming
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Keith Sweat Will Continue to Host The Sweat Hotel After Renewing His Deal With Premiere Networks
Premiere Networks announced it has renewed and extended its partnership with national radio host and R&B legend Keith Sweat. Specific terms of the long-term, multi-platform agreement were not announced. Sweat will continue to host The Sweat Hotel, the #1 nationally-syndicated R&B nighttime radio show, which can be heard by nearly three million monthly listeners on… Continue reading Keith Sweat Will Continue to Host The Sweat Hotel After Renewing His Deal With Premiere Networks
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Kerby Jean-Raymond Named Reebok’s Vice President of Creative Direction
Reebok announced the appointment of Kerby Jean-Raymond to Vice President, Creative Direction. In this role, Jean-Raymond will provide creative leadership across all design disciplines for Reebok. He will work closely with Reebok’s Product, Global Marketing, and Development organizations to ensure his design strategy is consistently implemented across all brand touchpoints. Jean-Raymond will serve on the… Continue reading Kerby Jean-Raymond Named Reebok’s Vice President of Creative Direction
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Kimberly Chapman: ‘The Impact of the Pandemic Has Just Shifted Our Mindset’
Kimberly Chapman Being multifaceted helps build the type of success others may envy or it can create difficulty in focusing on what needs to be done in order to be successful. Luckily for Kimberly Chapman, being multifaceted not only works for her, but it helps her expand and establish the brands she creates. From beauty… Continue reading Kimberly Chapman: ‘The Impact of the Pandemic Has Just Shifted Our Mindset’
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Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS
KFM Signs SAUL WILLIAMS Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS Coincides with a Bonanza of New Projects for Multi-Talented Creator Stars in AKILLA’S ESCAPE, which World Premieres at TIFF Berkeley, CA (September 23, 2020) – National 360 entertainment and hospitality powerhouse Knitting Factory Entertainment’s management unit Knitting Factory Management (KFM) has signed renowned poet,… Continue reading Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS
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Attika J. Torrence: ‘Life Keeps me Motivated to Create and Express Myself Through Art’
The stories and art that come out of Brooklyn have been well-documented by the likes of Spike Lee and various filmmakers/storytellers that bring the vivid visions to life. Add Attika J. Torrence to the list of esteemed artists making waves in that creative universe. Torrence is an Emmy Award-nominated producer, an award-winning director, an actor,… Continue reading Attika J. Torrence: ‘Life Keeps me Motivated to Create and Express Myself Through Art’
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Black Restaurant Week Sponsored By Pepsi
Foodies can raise their forks to events showcasing African-American, African and Caribbean cuisine as Black Restaurant Week embarks on a local market tour this fall with Pepsi as its first-ever national title sponsor since its founding in 2016. Through diverse menu selections and virtual events, Black Restaurant Week spotlights restaurateurs, bakers, chefs, caterers, food trucks and… Continue reading Black Restaurant Week Sponsored By Pepsi
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Alicia Keys Unveils Keys Soulcare
Alicia Keys Unveils Keys Soulcare On the heels of releasing her new critically acclaimed album ‘ALICIA,’ 15-time Grammy-Award winning artist, producer, actress, and New York Times best-selling author, Alicia Keys, today unveiled Keys Soulcare: a groundbreaking new lifestyle brand with e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF). The collection aims to share the soul of self care and… Continue reading Alicia Keys Unveils Keys Soulcare
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11th-Annual Root 100 List Announced: Most Influential African Americans of 2020
11th-Annual Root 100 Today The Root, a G/O Media brand and one of the largest sites covering Black news, politics, culture and opinion, announced the winners of its 11th-annual Root 100 List, featuring one hundred of the most influential African American innovators, public figures, community leaders, challengers, and activists of 2020. This list celebrates members… Continue reading 11th-Annual Root 100 List Announced: Most Influential African Americans of 2020
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Joseph ‘Joe’ Handy Announced as President & CEO Elect NBMBAA
Joseph Handy President NBMBAA On behalf of the National Black MBA Association® Board of Directors, it is with great pleasure that we inform you that the next National Black MBA Association® President and CEO has been identified. We welcome Joseph “Joe” Handy to the NBMBAA® family as President and CEO, effective October 5, 2020. Joe… Continue reading Joseph ‘Joe’ Handy Announced as President & CEO Elect NBMBAA
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ESPN Signs Vince Carter to Multi-Year Deal
ESPN Signs Vince Carter ESPN announced it has signed eight-time NBA All Star and Olympic gold medalist Vince Carter to a multi-year contract. The 2000 NBA Slam Dunk contest champion will serve as an NBA and college basketball analyst, appearing on pillar ESPN studio shows including NBA Countdown, The Jump, Get Up, First Take and… Continue reading ESPN Signs Vince Carter to Multi-Year Deal
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The Relaunch Of HelloBeautiful Announced by iONE Digital
The Relaunch Of HelloBeautiful iOne Digital, an Urban One, Inc. company, is excited to announce the relaunch of HelloBeautiful as a premiere style and beauty destination for Black women. Building on its legacy as a news and lifestyle site, and recognizing the lack of a dedicated outlet for Black women who love fashion and beauty, HelloBeautiful… Continue reading The Relaunch Of HelloBeautiful Announced by iONE Digital
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Daymond John Partners With Lowe’s to Help Minority-Owned Businesses Pitch Products for Their Stores
In a partnership with Shark Tank‘s Daymond John, Lowe’s has announced that they are creating opportunities for diverse small minority-owned businesses to pitch their products to a Fortune 50 company according to a press release. The initiative, Making it… With Lowe’s is inviting hundreds of entrepreneurs to pitch their products directly to Lowe’s for a chance to have their… Continue reading Daymond John Partners With Lowe’s to Help Minority-Owned Businesses Pitch Products for Their Stores
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Ray J and Princess Love Presents One Mo’ Chance on ZEUS
Ray J and Princess Love ZEUS, the new and popular SVOD network, expands its programming slate with series from reality TV vet Kamal “Chance” Givens set to premiere this fall. Joining an already star-studded lineup of scripted and unscripted programming, the network continues to push the envelope with original content from some of today’s most… Continue reading Ray J and Princess Love Presents One Mo’ Chance on ZEUS
