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Student Freedom Initiative has joined the Steinbridge Group in its commitment of $100 million in capital to “develop impact-focused real estate” around HBCUs and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), according to a press release. Under the collaboration, Student Freedom Initiative…
As previously reported by Blavity, entrepreneurs Brandon Burke and Shaun Mykals opened Thurst Lounge to give Black LGBTQ+ residents a space to socialize and feel a sense of belonging. When the lounge opened its doors on Dec. 2, 2023, Burke…
The mastermind behind the inclusive beauty brand founded in 2020 is Olamide Olowe. As previously reported by AFROTECH, the Nigerian-American founder and CEO raised $2.6 million in venture capital that first year. By 2022, Olowe made history by becoming the…
Rap Snacks is on a mission to create a lasting impression on the culture through its business blueprint. Created in 1994 by James Lindsay, Rap Snacks has energized the business and music landscape for Hip-Hop artists that include Master P,…
Growing up in 1199, the East Harlem, NY, apartment complex where Cam’ron and Damon Dash also lived, Bryant shot her shot in 1999 to intern for the latter at Roc-A-Fella Records, Fortune reports. At age 16, the Harlem native landed…
The Marathon Lion NFT is a limited edition digital collectible that gives Proud 2 Pay community members exclusive access to discounts, drops, and branded content through the e-commerce site, The Marathon (Vault). Since the NFT announcement, the Marathon brand has…
2. Smoot is making history as the first Disney Imagineer to receive this honor. He’s also only the second Walt Disney Company employee since Walt Disney to earn the recognition. 3. During Smoot’s 45-year career, he has been a theatrical technology creator,…
The majority of high schoolers are securing jobs close to home, but Erin Polk is distinguishing herself by managing her own business. WLS-TV 7 reports Erin is the proud owner of Erin’s Cup, a coffee shop located in the Morgan…
T-Pain has officially announced his participation in the much-anticipated “Grand Theft Auto VI” (“GTA VI”) for Playstation and Xbox. The game is projected to release in 2025 and already has gamers on their feet following the first trailer drop in December…
As annual reviews arise, securing a salary increase may be on your list of professional goals. Whether negotiating within your current role or pursuing new opportunities, mastering the art of salary negotiation can be a pivotal move, ensuring your compensation…
Those seeking funding for their small business have the debt-free option of applying for startup business grants or small business grants. These grants are typically awarded by government entities, private organizations or corporations and, unlike loans, are not expected to…
On Jan. 19, 2024, President Biden announced that his administration will forgive $5 billion in student debt for an additional 74,000 borrowers — bringing the total to over 3.7 Americans who have had their debt cleared under his leadership —…
