Saturday, August 15, 2020

Learn Why Entrepreneur Extraordinaire Shonda Scott Is Adamant "Businesswomen Must Answer Our Civic Calling!"

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"We, As Businesswomen, Must Answer Our Civic Calling" By Shonda Scott

By Contributing Fashion & Business Writer Shonda Scott 

As a fourth-generation business owner, I was raised with the understanding that business and civic duties were synonymous. And I think if we take an honest look at the essence of civic duties and business we find that, at the core, it's best when they both work in concert.

In the 1920s, when my great grandfather — son of an enslaved Black woman and a white slave owner — became a real estate developer in Colorado building homes for Black people in the segregated Rocky Mountains, his business passion fueled his civic duty to help those who had been disenfranchised to thrive.

If not for business owners like my great grandfather and owners of Colorado's historic Winks Lodge (the only Black resort in the western United States during the middle of the 20th Century), many Black people, including celebrities, would not have had a safe place to stay during their travels in the Jim Crow era. It was through their businesses that many people of color were able to create and promote their political agenda.

Doctor Helping Black Women Overcome Infertility

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DR. SIERRA BIZZELL HELPS BLACK WOMEN OVERCOME THE OBSTACLES OF INFERTILITY

Nationwide --  At times of our greatest loss and longing, most people want more than anything to be seen, heard and understood. For some of the most significant trials women face, we don’t feel comfortable talking about them. They are filled with stigma - and the average person can’t understand our heartache.

Dr. Sierra Bizzell, founder of the Faithfully Fertile Foundation in Greensboro, NC, has not only walked a path as a survivor of secondary infertility, she has a background in psychology and womb health that has been reassuring to many women.

Infertility is one of the loneliest roads women travel. Once a woman finally achieves pregnancy, there is often euphoria followed by a baffling surprise. A panicked-fearful-finally pregnant woman wonders, "What have I done?"

Bail Bonds Owner Krystal Banks Develops New Curriculum Being Used By Schools

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SOCIAL ACTIVIST AND BAIL BONDS OWNER LAUNCHES NEW CURRICULUM BEING USED BY SCHOOLS TO TEACH FUNDAMENTAL LAWS


Detroit, MI --  Social activist, author, and bail bonds owner Krystal Banks, for the first time ever, offers her curriculum-based program, Sticky Situations - Understanding the Law and Life Skills, as a way to help people push through the troubling times we are facing as a nation. In today's climate, where anti-police sentiment is at the forefront of most of social media, it is essential that people understand the variances of the law, so that no more laws are broken or any more unnecessary lives are taken.

The Sticky Situation curriculum is currently being incorporated into schools and colleges, as it meets several of the Common Core Standards required by educational guidelines. The program features several in-person and virtual workshops and seminars, trivia card games, and an app component that allows users unfettered access to U.S. criminal justice laws and citizen's rights.


Black Children's Book Tells Charming Tale About a Buzzard

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NEW BOOK FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILDREN IS A CHARMING TALE ABOUT A BUZZARD WANTING AND FAILING TO EAT MEAT FOR SUPPER

Nationwide  Authors Anna Shamburger and T.D. Wallace have completed their new book No Meat for Supper, a pleasant tale about a buzzard who wants to eat meat, but life gets in the way.

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Anna Shamburger and T.D. Wallace's quirky tale follows Papi, a buzzard, who loves to eat meat. Papi lives with Sally Buzzard, who harvests vegetables for the family to eat. Every day, Papi hopes to have meat for supper that night, but Papi is often let down and ends up eating the vegetables Sally harvests.

Coloring Books For Black Girls Celebrating Their Hair

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EMERGING ARTIST CREATES COLORING BOOK SERIES FOR BLACK GIRLS THAT CELEBRATES THEIR HAIR


Nationwide -- Taaj Marjanee, owner and illustrator of Yumme Brand, believes that Black girls should enjoy being creative while coloring and painting characters that look like them. Growing up she didn't see coloring books dedicated to Black girls and neither did the women in her family before her.

After playfully sketching her face on top of an ice cream cone, she thought it could be fun to design a coloring book. So she mixed up different types of sweet treats with all the unique hairstyles that Black girls wear every day and decided to call it "Color Me Yumme."

Black-Owned Firm Creates a Design-Your-Own Metal Mastercard Debit Card

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SWIPE THIS! BLACK-OWNED COMPANY CREATES A DESIGN-YOUR-OWN METAL MASTERCARD DEBIT CARD

Nationwide --  A company called Ztegrity, based in Houston, Texas has introduced a metal MasterCard debit card that has become a must-have card regardless of a person's economic or social status. Troy Mason is the creator of the card and also the company's founder.

So what's the difference between the ultra-stylish and quality built metal MasterCard debit card and the plastic debit card that banks issue or even ones that you can buy at any convenience store?

Raven L. Mahdee, who is a part of the company's leadership team, says there are many differences advantages to the metal MasterCard:

* It comes with an account/routing number.
* It's made from a gold plated metal.
* It comes with an investment plan.
* It offers free cash withdrawal from all banks.
* It has a business model attached to the card.
* Customer can design their own cards.

Black Woman-Owned Boutique to Disrupt Online Shoe Industry

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FOUNDER OF BLACK WOMAN-OWNED BOUTIQUE SET TO DISRUPT ONLINE SHOE INDUSTRY


Nationwide - Low Heel No Heel is a Black woman-owned online shoe boutique that specializes in offering women's shoes that are affordable, comfortable, and heels that are under 4 inches tall. Shannon Ashmore-McMath, founder and owner of the company, says that she wants to provide women with stylish shoes that can be worn for many occasions - work, school, or a night out on the town.

"I wanted women to have a one-stop-shop for all of their footwear needs and also motivate women and people of color to venture into entrepreneurship," says Shannon who is from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Open Letter to Dave Chappelle About Use of N-Word

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AN OPEN LETTER TO DAVE CHAPPELLE: "846" AND USE OF THE N-WORD -- WHY?

An OP-ED Open Letter By Legrand H. Clegg, II, Esq. President of the Western Region of the Association for the Study of Classical African Civilizations

Dear Mr. Chappelle:

I write to you as a Black man who is nearly 30 years your senior. I have admired your social and political commentary over the years. I recently watched 8:46 and found it to be very provocative and informative. Nevertheless, I have only one question: Why do you and so many other Black rappers and comedians feel it necessary to lace your profound messages with the N-word?

May I remind you that all groups in America, including Italians, Irish, Jews, Japanese, Chinese, Native Americans, and Mexicans have been victims of racial epithets; yet WE ARE THE ONLY PEOPLE WHO TOLERATE AND EVEN FLAUNT OUR DEGRADATION! (Lest we forget, the N-word was the last utterance of sneering White mobs before they lynched over four thousand Black people in this country.

The N-word was also the term that Travis McMichael spoke over the dead body of jogger Amaud Arbery after McMichael shot him three times in cold blood in Georgia. Furthermore, Mary Trump, whose recent bestselling book reveals secrets about her family, has stated that the president has contempt for Black people and has used the N-word in her presence. As a matter of fact, Brother Chappelle, during this Age of Trump, the Internet is filled with hostile exchanges between Black people and Whites in which White people spew forth the N-word with hatred and bitterness. So why must you use it?)

Friday, August 14, 2020

See Why Leading Op-ED Contributor Tolson Banner Points Out America’s Knee Bone is Connected to Her Racist Bone!

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Tolson Banner's Op-Ed Prophecy "Unlike Ezekiel 37:1-14 America's Knee Bone Is Connected To Her Racist Bone"

Opt-Ed By Tolson Banner

“Knee bone connected from the shin bone/shin bone connected from the ankle bone/ankle bone connected from the heel bone/ heel bone connected from the foot bone/foot bone connected from the toe bone…dem bones/dem bones gonna walk around.” This spiritual song calls forth the soul-life force prophesied by Ezekiel when he visited “The Valley of the Dry Bones.” John Lewis, our ancestor, just like Ezekiel, witnessed the body of an anatomical spirit walking around New Jerusalem: heaven on earth. “Dem dry bones of black people.”

As the young leadership of Black Lives Matter, The Color of Change, Protecting Ourselves/Protecting Others, MuzikXpose.net  (black-owned digital radio station) and many others continue to hit the streets fighting for JUSTICE based upon TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION we are beginning to see glimpses of a possible heaven on earth.  But America’s anatomical racist body is bent on injustice - contorting herself with twists of hatred, fear and greed. It’s not surprising when you realize the construction of her skeletal system. Ibram X. Kendi in his book, “How To Be An Antiracist” illustrates and decodes America’s racist DNA.

According to Kendi, Carl Linneaus, the Swedish taxonomist who classified human beings - sets his racist ideology in motion in 1735 and it lives on to this very day. Linnaeus broke down the human race into four color-coded categories:  White, Yellow, Red and Black.

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Black Couple, Podcast and Passport Scholarships for African American Students

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BLACK DIPLOMATIC COUPLE LAUNCHES PODCAST & PROVIDES PASSPORT SCHOLARSHIPS TO AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDENTS

Nationwide -- This year the United States marks 152 years since the ratification of the 14th Amendment, and for African Americans, this Reconstruction Act was a watershed moment, which laid the framework, although hugely imperfect, for a legal basis for citizenship grounded in equal protection and, in theory, the right to own and travel on a passport.

The HayesXChange Podcast promotes the stories of African Americans that are taking full advantage of their American citizenship with an approved passport in hand while studying, working, and living abroad beyond the boundaries of tourism.

Former Mayor of Flint to Co-Host Talk Show, "Black Money Matters"

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FORMER MAYOR OF FLINT, MICHIGAN, DR. KAREN WILLIAMS WEAVER TO CO-HOST NEW TALK SHOW, "BLACK MONEY MATTERS"

Flint, MI  Former Flint Mayor Dr. Karen Williams Weaver has announced that she, along with Flint's former Chief Recovery Officer, Jameca Patrick have began co-hosting a new talk show called Black Money Matters. The show will be focused on creating and keeping wealth in the black community. The show will also place an emphasis on economic development and opportunities, the correlation of health and money, Black-owned businesses nationwide, and a host of other relevant topics.

The talk show is an arm of the Karen Weaver Williams Foundation (KWWF) and airs weekly on local Comcast channel 17. The show can also be found on YouTube and Facebook.

"Money impacts all areas of your life," said Dr. Weaver. "Black people have been cut out of economic opportunities for far too long. We created this show to provide information and access to experts that can give us step by step instructions to building and sustaining wealth."

Black-Owned Synthetic Hair Extensions Brand Thriving Despite Pandemic

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FOUNDER OF BLACK-OWNED SYNTHETIC HAIR EXTENSIONS BRAND RISES TO MEET NEW WAVE OF CLIENTS POST COVID-19

Atlanta, GA Online lifestyle brand Latched and Hooked meets the rising demand for alternative hair care solutions for Black women, offering ready-to-wear synthetic hair as Coronavirus forces salon closures.

Latched and Hooked Beauty is fulfilling the hair care needs of Black women everywhere, as the realities of salon closures and social distancing measures leave many seeking other hair care alternatives.

The 100% black-owned, female-led company offers a collection of braids, curls and wigs that are completely non-toxic and ready to be worn upon delivery. As the original creator of the patent-pending technique of producing pre textured, pre-curled and looped hairstyles, the brand helps protect women by removing the potential for hot water burns that arise from protective hairstyling. Additionally, there is no longer a need to soak the synthetic hair products in apple cider vinegar in an effort to stabilize toxins. The low maintenance and cost-effective products highlight the company’s place in the 'new normal' as many black women are looking for safer alternatives to their traditional self-care routines.

Jody Watley Still an Icon After 40-Year Career

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AFTER A 40-YEAR CAREER, ARTIST JODY WATLEY STILL SHINES AS AN ICON, INFLUENCER, AND ENTREPRENEUR

Nationwide Today, Jody Watley (respectively Ms. Watley) forever remains relevant as one of the architects of 21st-century pop. She is a well-respected businesswoman, an innovative music maker, and style-forging pioneer who has led the way as an entrepreneur working in the independent music world as one of the few already-established female best-selling artists to produce, create and own her recordings.

After breaking from the majors and starting her own label Avitone Recordings in 1995, Ms. Watley began collaborating with a Who’s Who of visionary producers and remixers, many of whom were longtime fans and jumped at the chance to work with her: 4 Hero, King Britt, Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez & Little Louie Vega (Masters At Work), Mark de Clive Lowe, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Ron Trent, Dam-Funk, French Horn Rebellion, Moto Blanco, and Alex Di Ciò as well as folk artist Peter Harper.

Founders of Black-Owned Tech School Helping Minorities Pivot Careers

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FOUNDERS OF NEW BLACK-OWNED TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL ON A MISSION TO HELP MINORITIES PIVOT THEIR CAREER IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19

Nationwide  Pivot Tech, a technology school created by Quawn Clark and Joshua Mundy, two African American entrepreneurs, empowers minorities to take advantage of a changing work landscape by providing cutting edge, comprehensive technological training.

There is a lot of uncertainty as to how the world will transform after the Coronavirus is under control. Entire industries are pivoting to adapt to the new normal. The workplace as we know it will change dramatically, and with it, the skills companies will require potential candidates to have. Black Americans are already at a disadvantage economically and in business. In the age of COVID-19, there is even more at stake. Pivot Technology School is here to help minorities prepare for what's ahead. With online courses available for students globally, Pivot Tech offers courses in Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Web Development, Coding, and more.

Black Mom's Book For Children With Diverse Voice

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NEW CHILDREN'S BOOK OFFERS A DIVERSE VOICE IN STORYTELLING BREAKING TRADITIONAL GENDER ROLES

Nationwide -- As parents, we always want to ensure our children know how special and unique they are; especially, in today's social climate. Shellice Beharie, a mother of two boys and author of the children's book, Prince and His Mother's Crown: Tales Within My Mother's Hair [Available Now], uses the incredible power of storytelling to do just that through this uplifting and sweet tale.

A whimsical fairytale with beautifully detailed illustrations throughout, a little boy named Prince becomes fascinated with his mother’s magical crown of hair. It showcases a graceful, loving mother finding her strength and "Queen" status from the love that she and her son share. As the "Queen" of the household, and mother to Prince, the story tells the unbreakable and inspiring bond of their relationship.

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

See The Spotlight with Shonda Scott Special Celebrating Black Fashion Creatives Ahead of Fashion Week

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“The 4-Day Episode Talk Show Will Highlight Black Designers Influence on Fashion.”

Spotlight with Shonda Scott #spotlightwithshonda special will feature Black designers influence on fashion ahead of Fashion Week on the award-winning CEO’s talk show kicking off September 7 - September 10, 2020.  The show will stream on Spotlight with Shonda, Monday - Thursday on YouTube, Facebook and IGTV at 5 pm. 

Shonda, creator, producer and host of the show will conduct one-on-one interviews with celebrated fashion influencers:
  • Byron Lars, designer with his own international label;
  • Sheila Gray, PR fashion guru and designer;
  • Sherri McMullen, luxury boutique owner of McMullen and...
  • Taylor Jay, owner and chief designer of the Taylor Jay Collections, fashion line.
The fashion episode special will highlight fashion influencers with a passion for sharing what they do, airing every day for four days leading up to Fashion Week.

Inspired after watching “The Remix” on Netflix and how the show revealed hip hop’s direct influence of major fashion houses’ style, Shonda says, “It’s important to share stories of those behind the scene who help define your fashion.”

Legendary Global Musical Icon Jody Watley, One Of The Nicest Artists In Show Biz - Releases Single: "The Healing"

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Musical Icon Jody Watley Called " The Nicest Musical Artist In Show Biz" Is Continuing To Do Good Releasing "The Healing" In The COVID-19 And BLM Era

There's a lot of good being done in this world through music. As popular public figures, artists can lead the charge, bring groups of people together around the world, and inspire change. Iconic global music artist Jody Watley is one of the absolutely nicest people you will ever meet; always doing good things.

Jody Watley is one of the architects of 21st century pop. From her groundbreaking marriage of Rap & R&B to her vision-forward marriage of high fashion, street fashion and music in the ‘80s, Jody Watley (@jodywatley) forged the template that is now everybody’s playbook.

She recently spoke at the 2020 Black Girls Rock! Online broadcast, founded by Beverly Bond to which one thousand girls tuned in, ranging in age from 13-18.  “I enjoy sharing the lessons I've learned with others, especially young people to empower them,” says Watley.
  
Over four decades, Jody Watley has flourished in her career as an artist,  songwriter, producer and businesswoman.

Monday, August 10, 2020

Black-Owned Healthcare Firm Celebrates 10 Years in Business

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FOUNDER OF BLACK-OWNED HEALTHCARE COMPANY CELEBRATES 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS


Nationwide  Jones Health and Benefits is celebrating a unique milestone for a small business. Nichelle Jones, the company's owner, president, and managing broker has announced that her Atlanta-based agency is celebrating its 10th anniversary.

"As a small business owner, I am excited to be celebrating my agency’s 10th anniversary," said Jones. "I have enjoyed helping and advising my clients with affordable and creative health-related benefits and services over the years. Providing healthcare options to employer groups, retirees, and the self-employed has been rewarding to me professionally and personally. I look forward to many more years to come."

Jones specializes in consulting services, providing companies and individuals with the critical information needed to adequately plan for their current and future insurance needs. In-person or phone consultations are available to understand each client’s situation and goals for a completely personalized approach.

Directory of LA Black-Owned Restaurants

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NEW DIRECTORY OF BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTS IN LOS ANGELES LAUNCHES

Nationwide  LABlackBusinesses.com, an online resource that aims to promote and support Black-owned businesses in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, has announced the launch of its new directory. The directory currently features hundreds of Black-owned dining options in Los Angeles ranging from fast food, sit down dining, coffee shops, and more.

The newly launched directory features an easily searchable database that allows you to search Black-owned dining options by cooking styles like soul food, cajun, and BBQ; as well as by locations such as Los Angeles, Inglewood, Long Beach, Compton, and Pasadena. The dining listings contain the dining option's information such as name, address, phone number, and website so that an individual can easily locate a Black-owned dining option near them, or where they're heading.

Black-Owned Mobile App Looking For Investors

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BLACK-OWNED MOBILE APP, KIDDIE KREDIT, CREATES EARLY STAGE INVESTING ACCESS FOR THE EVERYDAY INVESTOR

Nationwide  Kiddie Kredit has entered the next phase of venture capital fundraising by offering investment opportunities for as little as $100. With more than 100 individual investors already committed to funding the expansion of Kiddie Kredit, the founders aim to create access to economic equality. The funds secured from investors will be used to support research and development, future wages, general marketing, general working capital, and intermediary fees.

Founder Evan Leaphart proclaims, "Most people never receive an opportunity to get in on the ground floor in tech. Early-stage investing is one way to create and build generational wealth. As a Black tech founder who champions financial literacy, especially around credit, it was important for us to offer an opportunity for all investors to participate."

Black Author, "Auntie I Don't Want You to Get Married"

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AUTHOR RELEASES THRILLING ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOK, "AUNTIE I DON'T WANT YOU TO GET MARRIED"

Nationwide  Author Clarence Coggins delights young children in his new story entitled Auntie I Don't Want You To Get Married: Danielle The Girl From NY which features passion, desire, and an attraction filled with love and humor that will charm all ages. This is the first installment of the new multicultural illustrated children's book written by the author.

Danielle is a young girl who travels from New York City to Georgetown, Guyana to visit family for the first time. When she gets there, she has all types of adventures. This is the tale of when her Auntie Julia is trying to find out why Danielle doesn't want her to get married.

Auntie I Don't Want You To Get Married: Danielle The Girt From NY is an absorbing and exciting story full of intriguing plot twists. ClarenceCoggins takes the readers on Danielle's emotional journey and how she doesn't really want her aunt to get married.

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FOUNDER OF COLLEGE CARE CLUB LAUNCHES ‘THE PEOPLE’S BOX’ POWERED BY BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES


Nationwide Kamry Selley, the female founder of a subscription-based care kit provider called College Care Club, has announced the launch of her company's individual box called The People's Box featuring items from Black-owned businesses.

The People's Box care kit supports the fight against racism and promotes participation in the Black Lives Matter movement with items including a 'Power to the People' mask, 'Black Lives Matter' water bottle and copy of the book Justified Anger: How Hatred and Bigotry Triggers Trauma in Black America by Felicia Dortch and Christopher T. Williams. A portion of proceeds from the limited-edition product will be donated in support of the United Negro College Fund and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.