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The BOSS Network & Sage Partner to Fund with the “Invest in Progress” grant.

January 23, 2023 (CHICAGO, IL)—The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs and event-based networking, announces the return of its 2nd annual BOSS Impact Fund. The Fund focuses on investing in Black women led businesses and preparing these entrepreneurs to build scalable, growth aggressive companies. …

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Rhymes with Reason App Developer Partners with Black Owned Investment Firm

A few years ago The Chocolate Voice had the opportunity to interview millennial Austin Martin, the brilliance behind Rhymes with Reason, an app designed to strengthen the vocabulary and English skills of today’s youth. Martin, who was named in the 2020 Forbes list 30 under 30 in education, got the idea to develop the educational app …

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Business Spotlight: San Diego Entrepreneur Kam Howard Launches Royalty and Reign Hair Extensions

San Diego based entrepreneur Kam Howard, has worn hair extensions since she was a teenager. Her decision to add on to her naturally long, thick mane, is plain and simple—she doesn’t particularly like being bothered with her hair. And wearing hair that doesn’t grow out of our head is, well, sometimes low maintenance.   San …

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Grammy Award-winning singer Jill Scott Partners With Hallmark’s Mahogany Greeting Cards

Hallmark’s Mahogany brand today announced the Jill Scott Collection, a new offering of greeting cards featuring design, editorial and sound inspired by and created with Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Jill Scott. “The Mahogany brand is genuine, progressive and optimistic – values that are important to me and reflected in my music and poetry, and now, through my card collection,” said …

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#BankBlackFinancial Literacy: AAFCA Partners with Largest Black Owned Bank

  Los Angeles – OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in America, has partnered with the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) and BMe Community (BMe) to bring a powerful series of financial literacy videos to Black America that will underscore the importance of financial literacy, buying Black, banking Black and the genius of collective economics. Topics will include the importance …

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Photos: Chaka Khan & John Legend Perform on Return of Showtime At The Apollo

In a 2 hour special, entertainers join host Steve Harvey for the return of the ultimate talent showcase Showtime at The Apollo. The celebrated entertainment show, premieres tonight at 8 p.m., on Fox. Check out a few images from the live taping a few days ago featuring performances by Grammy Award winning performers, Chaka Khan and John …

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Black-owned ridesharing app offers an all inclusive edge to Uber and Lyft

  Smartphone apps used for ridesharing companies Lyft and Uber have become a big part of the travelers busy lifestyle. Whether it’s business or leisure, flexible transportation services is a booming tech business. Featured recently in Essence, black-owned app Moovn, first launched in 2015, by entrepreneur Godwin Gabriel, is currently available in seven U.S. cities and 3 …

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Freshman Finances 101: 6 Money Lessons to Teach Kids Before College

  An estimated 21 million students left for college last fall, and the numbers are on the rise. On their own for the first time, many struggle with their newfound responsibilities, including handling their money. According to a survey from financial education company EverFi and technology and financial services company HigherOne, college students are less …

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Do You Need a Family Trust?

  Would you prefer your assets not become a matter of public record after you die? Do you have minor children or children with special needs? Are you concerned one of your kids will spend his or her inheritance too quickly? According to Mark McLennon, vice president of Investment Advisory Services at Northwestern Mutual Wealth …

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