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3 Ways To Vet & Hire The Right Accountant (With Questions)
"It's hard finding the right person." We have all heard this statement when looking for someone to fix our car or even handle a work...
Linda Diakite Karressy
Feb 25, 20212 min read


College Debt: Should You Pay It Off Fast or Stick With Monthly Payments?
Having extra money in your bank account provides a feeling of security. But using that extra money to pay down your student loans more...
Aysia Morton
Feb 23, 20214 min read


BGV Connect Member Bridget: I've Raised $70k In The Last Seven Months As A Member
The BGV Connect Incubator is an emerging platform designed to disrupt and transform how Black and Brown women leaders leverage startup...

Frantzces Lys
Feb 22, 20213 min read


5 Reasons Your Credit Score Is Crucial to Your Financial Health
There are several ways your credit score can impact your overall financial health. Depending on your credit score and credit history, you...
Allison Martin
Feb 18, 20213 min read


5 Elements Of A Thriving Black Ecosystem
Black people have long been cut off from creating, maintaining, and sustaining generational wealth and participating in America's...

Frantzces Lys
Feb 17, 20215 min read


Investing Checklist: Are You Ready to Invest?
The thought of investing your money to earn potentially big returns over time can be exciting. Before you get started, it’s important to...
Allison Martin
Feb 12, 20213 min read


5 Hurdles Women Face In Equity Ownership (With Solutions)
Reaching a high salary in the workplace is an admirable achievement, but what has an economic ripple effect in employees' lives are...

Frantzces Lys
Feb 11, 20213 min read


BGV Celebrates History While Also Embracing The Future
Black History Month serves as a reminder of the important achievements and exploits of Black people in America over the centuries. It’s...

Frantzces Lys
Feb 10, 20213 min read


4 Steps To Boosting Your Credit Before Applying For A Loan
Do you plan to apply for a loan soon? Take some time to improve your credit first to increase your chances of getting approved. A higher...
Allison Martin
Feb 5, 20213 min read


8 Powerful Black Women Thriving Against All Odds
Black women are often underrepresented in positions of power and authority in the mainstream media. While there are certainly notable...

Frantzces Lys
Feb 4, 20214 min read


Kendra From Janet & Jo: Passion And Purpose Over Profit
Kendra is a nail polish lover. Even as a young child, she would play with nail polish, creating nail polish covers, and painting designs...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 30, 20218 min read


BGV Founders Reveal Their Top Six Skill Sets To Succeed In Business
Photo by Emmy E from Pexels If you want to rule your business, then familiarize yourself with the skill sets that entrepreneurs need to...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 21, 20213 min read


3 Things to Consider Before Taking On Debt
Photo by Godisable Jacob from Pexels As the economy recovers from harm caused by the pandemic, you may be thinking about taking on debt...
Maria Valdez Haubrich
Jan 19, 20213 min read


7 Inspirational MLK Quotes On Leadership & Business
Photo by Unseen Histories on Unsplash Martin Luther King, Jr. is legendary for being the leader of the American civil rights movement,...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 18, 20214 min read


5 Easy Ways to Manage Debt
Photo by Kelly Fournier on Unsplash Does it feel like you’re drowning in debt? It can be challenging to pay down your credit card and...
Aysia Morton
Jan 14, 20213 min read


BGV x NIKE Partnership Announcement
Originally posted on NIKE News Black Girl Ventures is honored and grateful for this partnership with NIKE. This partnership will allow...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 9, 20211 min read


3 Ways to Save Money Every Month
Photo by Joslyn Pickens from Pexels Between bills, food, and transportation, recurring expenses can add up quickly. It's easy to lose...
Aysia Morton
Jan 8, 20214 min read


Looking Ahead Towards The Future: What's In Store For BGV
Twenty-twenty tested Black-owned businesses. An economic recession caused many companies to do their best to remain afloat and even fight...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 7, 20213 min read


Enough Is Enough: 4 Toxic Patterns To Leave Behind In 2020
Photo by nappy from Pexels 2020 was an unpredictable year for all of us. There was no blueprint for the number of changes and...

Frantzces Lys
Jan 5, 20213 min read


Judith From A Man's Cave: Men Deserve To Be Pampered Too
Many beauty products are available for women; you can find anything from organic hand cream to cotton pads and even small shelves stocked...

Frantzces Lys
Dec 30, 20209 min read
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