Coming from a background of poverty can be used as an excuse to fail or the push to become successful. Dr. Glenn Toby decided to use that as motivation to build a thriving business that is still growing. As the owner and chief executive officer of Glenn Toby Enterprises (GTE), he utilizes the tools taught… Continue reading Dr. Glen Toby: ‘It is Imperative to Continue to Educate Yourself’
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Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’
The Clever Agency is a communications and content creation consultancy that was co-founded by creative stalwart Molaundo Jones. Persistence and creativity helped build the agency and continues to be the hallmark. Having utilized the constant change and development of artistry and emerging evolution, Jones’ forward-thinking ideas keep him abreast of the use of modern technology.… Continue reading Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’
Naughty by Nature Releases Collection with Champion Benefiting NJ Youth
Grammy-Award-winning Hip-hop trio Naughty by Nature unveils a new capsule collection with Champion. Proceeds will be donated to raise funds for the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts choir in their hometown of East Orange, New Jersey. The limited-edition fashion line includes fitted and oversized t-shirts, hoodies, and hats detailing the… Continue reading Naughty by Nature Releases Collection with Champion Benefiting NJ Youth
Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Networks Closes Middle East And North Africa Network Distribution Deal
Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group division Entertainment Studios, one of the largest independent producers and distributors of film and television with 64 shows on the air and owner of 15 U.S. Big-Four network affiliate broadcast television stations and nine 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 160 million subscribers — including The Weather Channel television network and… Continue reading Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Networks Closes Middle East And North Africa Network Distribution Deal
Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’
Sometimes things don’t work out the way you anticipate, but that doesn’t mean that you failed. In some cases, being veered away from your original plan can actually put you in a better position. That was the case for Rushion McDonald. As McDonald is still proving, nothing can stop a person when ambition and work… Continue reading Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’
5 Questions With… Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow
Being a DJ typically shapes your mindset on the virtues of entrepreneurship as you venture out to make sure you’re working to pay bills and experience doing something you love. For Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow, nee Patrick Chow, having Soca DJ King Chow, as his father, opened his eyes for his love of music. At… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow
Janice McLean DeLoatch Launches the Black Shopping Network
Janice McLean DeLoatch has been an entrepreneur for almost 3 decades. Ms. DeLoatch began her first business in her late teens opening a beauty school to rave reviews in the news media. She is an author, Autobiography of an Entrepreneur, and had her own pantyhose vending machine business in the 90s with machines placed in the… Continue reading Janice McLean DeLoatch Launches the Black Shopping Network
Latisha Daring: ‘Our Specific Niche is Vegan Comfort Food’
Being a successful entrepreneur is no easy feat. It takes determination, extraordinary effort, and the passion to see it through. Latisha Daring understands this all too well as she has made it happen for herself in the fashion industry. After working in fashion for 25 years, Daring decided to use the creative energy she possesses… Continue reading Latisha Daring: ‘Our Specific Niche is Vegan Comfort Food’
Danielle and Samiah Pasha Launch The Beat House Cosmetics
Danielle and Samiah Pasha are a mother-daughter duo from Augusta, Georgia who are taking the cosmetic world by storm with their new company, The Beat House Cosmetics. The duo successfully launched its boxing-inspired cosmetic line on Juneteenth of this year. Danielle (known by friends and loved ones as “Pasha”), who is the architect behind the… Continue reading Danielle and Samiah Pasha Launch The Beat House Cosmetics
Terron Tidwell: ‘I’ve Always Had a Penchant for Being Good With Money’
The hustle is a very important part of a successful entrepreneur’s profile. Having to understand the business aspects as well as putting in the work to make things happen is typical for most successful business people. Serial entrepreneur Terron Tidwell learned to utilize those skills when he started a limo and taxi transportation company that… Continue reading Terron Tidwell: ‘I’ve Always Had a Penchant for Being Good With Money’
5 Questions With… Cicero Leak
When you’ve represented the likes of Shark Tank’s Daymond John, SiriusXM’s Sway Calloway, Fonzworth Bentley, Grammy Award Winner Fantasia Barrino, and V-103’s Big Tigger, it’s safe to bet that you can successfully wade through the waters of the entertainment industry. Understanding the wave of that industry, Cicero Leak has decided to throw his oars into the sports… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Cicero Leak
5 Questions With… Mike Bugembe
Artificial intelligence seems like something out of a science fiction novel that will play a vital part in our lives in the future. But, according to Mike Bugembe, AI is already here and he has taken advantage of the knowledge he has gained in a way that has enabled to help increase a company’s value… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Mike Bugembe
B. Simone & Mary Seats Open Co-Working Space ‘The Bakery’
Actress, comedian, and bestselling author B. Simone has partnered with her marketing manager Mary Seats to open an all-female co-working space in Atlanta called “The Bakery.” The 14,000 square foot space will house B. Simone’s million-dollar business, “B. Simone Beauty,” as well as Mary Seat’s marketing firm, “The Icing Agency.” Additionally, The Bakery will be… Continue reading B. Simone & Mary Seats Open Co-Working Space ‘The Bakery’
Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’
Obstacles are placed in front of us to see if we are able to overcome them and to challenge us to meet the task. In the case of businesswoman Natasha Burton, her obstacle is having an autoimmune disease. But, that hasn’t stopped her from being able to have multiple successful businesses to operate. The Industry… Continue reading Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’
5 Questions With… Matthew Goins
Frustrated with the lack of diversity featured in children’s puzzle drawings, Matthew Goins knew he had to start his own puzzle company to address that issue. The creation of Puzzle Huddle has led to young children being able to see images of kids that look just like them in the puzzle arena. With the effects… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Matthew Goins
