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8 Essential Activities to Add to Your End Of Year Checklist
As 2022 ends, it's natural to start thinking about how you've spent the last year. If you were as busy as we were at Black Girl Ventures,...
Mfonobong Uyah
Dec 1, 20224 min read
Meet the 2022 Winners: The Los Angeles Pitch Competition
Aisha McCain - 1st Winner Aisha McCain is a natural entrepreneur with the heart of a healer and the personality of a fighter. She is the...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 30, 20222 min read
Trudy and Pam Founders of HER-MINE: A Legacy of Self-Love
It's no secret that being a woman is challenging. Navigating the infamous old boys club culture leads to bigger challenges of balancing...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 14, 20228 min read
Black Friday, Small Business Style: Great Deals You Won't Want to Miss
Are you in the market for a deal this Black Friday? We're getting into the heart of holiday shopping by supporting our small business...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 11, 20223 min read
Meet The 2022 Winners: The Miami Pitch Competition
Jessica Jefferson - 1st Place Winner Jessica Jefferson is the founder of Soul Wellness Social Support. They are a full-service wellness...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 9, 20222 min read
Here Are 4 Ways To Incorporate Giving Tuesday Into Your Campaign
Giving Tuesday is a day set aside to give back to communities. It's a global movement powered by generosity. This is when nonprofits,...
Evah Kungu
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Meet The 2022 Winners: The Detroit Pitch Competition
Shelia M. Curtis - 1st Place Winner Shelia is the founder of SHE, a Safe Have of Empowerment for girls. Founded in Detroit, SHE’s primary...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 3, 20222 min read
6 Latest Startup Trends For 2023 That Every Entrepreneur Should Know
Do you have a pulse on the market trends that could impact your business? If your answer to this question is no, your business might be...
Mfonobong Uyah
Nov 1, 20225 min read
Meet The 2022 Winners: The Chicago Pitch Competition
Shena Bowers - 1st Place Winner Shena Bowers is the founder of Belly Candles. Belly Candles are hand-poured and 100% natural soy wax and...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 31, 20222 min read
How to Create an Effective Black Friday Sales Plan (Even with Limited Time)
Did you know that nearly 35% of Americans will increase their expenditure by about $441 on Black Friday? And one in five Americans will...
Evah Kungu
Oct 26, 20226 min read
8 Tips for Small Financial Changes to Get Bigger Wins
October is National Financial Planning Month, and a great way to celebrate is by reassessing your finances and making small changes that...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 17, 20224 min read
10 Black Women-Owned Businesses to Spice Up Your Fall Season
There's a lot to love about fall: hot apple cider, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin spice – the smells and flavors we associate with the time...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 13, 20224 min read
15 Quotes by Powerful Latina Entrepreneurs and Leaders to Get You Motivated and Inspired in Business
Latinas have contributed in countless ways to the American economy, culture, and society. And they are standing out as leaders within...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 11, 20222 min read
Marcella Founder of The Root Remedy: The First Gummy Supplement To Boost Immunity
When Marcella Graham became sick during the pandemic, she found it hard to find nontoxic, healthy products that were also inclusive of...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 3, 202210 min read
Meet 5 Incredible Latina Entrepreneurs Leaving Their Mark On The Startup Ecosystem
The story of Latina entrepreneurs is not just one of diversity but growing opportunity and promise. By joining forces and connecting...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 27, 20226 min read
What Is Web 3.0: 7 Ways It Will Impact Small Businesses
There's a lot of hype around Web 3.0 (also referred to as Web 3) right now. It is being touted as the biggest thing since sliced bread,...
Evah Kungu
Sep 19, 20224 min read
Pitch Season: 4 Ways You Can Show Up For Black And Brown Women Entrepreneurs
Black and Brown women entrepreneurs are making strides in their industries with their startups. They're starting to get recognized for...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 13, 20222 min read
Tai Founder of Tai-Lite Beauty: Transforming The Beauty Industry With Bold Pigments And Lashes
A common struggle for brown-skinned makeup lovers is the lack of diversity in foundation shades and the lack of lipsticks and eyeshadows...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 9, 20228 min read
9 Tips to Recession Proof Your Small Business
Every small business faces risks when the economy takes a dive. However, history teaches us that small businesses can survive and even...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 8, 20224 min read
Jordan Founder of Flora & Noor: On A Mission To Make Halal Skincare More Accessible
Your skin is one of your most precious assets. The health of your skin will often translate to the health of your mind and soul. When...
Frantzces Lys
Aug 31, 202210 min read
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