Black-Owned Sneaker Company Nagast Sells Over 50,000 Sneakers

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BLACK ENTREPRENEUR CELEBRATES SELLING 50,000 PAIRS OF SHOES WITH NEWLY RELEASED DESIGNS

Nationwide  It is time to invest in some new Black-owned footwear to show off, and Atlanta-based Nagast Footwear has just released two of their newest African inspired sneakers. "The U.N.I.T.Y.'s" and "The Black Powers" are products that are not only new and innovative, but that also carry a strong message of love and self-respect.

Nagast Footwear, founded by entrepreneur Tarik Edmonson, is a well-respected and renowned company known around the world for their footwear design and production. They have been designing and producing high quality and unique footwear since the year 2013 - making them true professionals in their field of work.

Book, Black Mom Superhero Fights Breast Cancer

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BLACK MOM RELEASES CHILDREN'S BOOK ABOUT BREAST CANCER WITH FEMALE SUPER HERO AS THE MAIN CHARACTER

Devin's mom has breast cancer and he is afraid. Can he catch it? Will his mom be ok? What can he do to help? Pink HOPE, the breast cancer warrior, will take Devin and Sammie on a magical journey to finding HOPE. Breast cancer has met its match!

Pink HOPE and the HOPE Leaders by Tymika Chambliss is a fictional, children's book that tackles the difficult subject, breast cancer, with a melanated, female superhero as the main character. Breast cancer isn't an individual diagnosis. It affects the entire family, and more than likely, it can become a emotional struggle for kids. This is why Tymika wrote this book.

The book also includes Imagination Pages that provide a space for each child to create their own version of Pink HOPE.

Black-Owned Startup Joins $26B Investment Platform

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BLACK-OWNED STARTUP JOINS INVESTMENT PLATFORM WITH A MARKET CAP OF MORE THAN $26 BILLION

At AfriBlocks, they dare to design the future of work in Africa and beyond. By connecting a growing network of African freelancers with paying jobs across the Diaspora, they are poised to do their part to offset the impending global tech talent shortage. In a major boost to our efforts, Afriblocks is honored to announce that we have been selected as a part of Techstars Seattle's 2021 cohort!

Since its inception in 2006, Techstars has guided 2,379 companies to raise more than $11.4 billion in investments. Fueled by its mentorship-driven program, Techstars is steadily building a legacy of successful startups, with more than 80% of participating companies being active or acquired.

Charlotte Black-Owned Gift Shop Now Online

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FOUNDER OF CLOSED DOWN 25-YEAR OLD BLACK-OWNED GIFT SHOP & BOOKSTORE REOPENS ONLINE

What began as a love of collecting unique items that speak to the African American spirit and experience, now serves as a way for Mary Wilson, an African American entrepreneur, to share her passion with others. It was 25 years ago when she established Heritage House in Charlotte, N.C., originally coined as an African accessory shop.

It was truly a family affair from building counters, installing display fixtures, decorating, and even store management. The shop specialized in art, books, cards, gifts, home décor, and gifts that reflected the African American tradition of faith, family, fitness, and fun. Five years later, Mary made the difficult decision to close the doors of her brick and mortar shop as she transitioned to a position as a corporate attorney. And while Charlotte locals could still find some of her items at The Gallery, a shop within her home church, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, it wasn’t quite the same for Mary.

Black Attorney Launches Karaoke Game For the Culture

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ATLANTA ATTORNEY SPREADS JOY DURING THE PANDEMIC WITH NEW KARAOKE GAME, BUT FOR THE “KULTURE”

Some games and activities are staples at large gatherings and family functions. Whether you are a professional singer or a professional shower singer, karaoke brings out the best (or worst) vocals around. Whether you are an outspoken extravert or a more reserved wallflower, once you get behind that mic, everyone is equal. Although many karaoke songs are some of the most popular songs of the late 80s and early 90s, one new game merges karaoke, hip hop and R&B and some unforgettable past time memories. Kulture Karaoke lets you set the song theme while reliving throwback memories to some of the most popular songs from “the culture!”

As we experience another new year, the pandemic shows no signs of clearing up. Many outdoor activities are still canceled, and several states have mandated curfews.

With most people still stuck at home, Kulture Karaoke lets them keep the party safe, indoors and COVID-free. As an attorney, Dae does not often get to explore her creativity while representing clients. Kulture Karaoke provided a unique opportunity to step outside of her comfort zone, into the gaming world.

Black-Owned Baseball League, New Apparel Line

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BLACK-OWNED BASEBALL LEAGUE LAUNCHES NEW LINE OF APPAREL TO EMPOWER OTHERS

A Black-owned baseball league called A League of Our Own (ALOOO), has announced the launch of their new pro-Black clothing line of apparel that is meant to empower and sustain their league.

These items may be viewed and purchased by way of their website at ALOOO247.com with the proceeds been used to benefit and sustain future growth of our league. A League of Our Own is a professional fall urban independent developmental baseball league for players 17-years old and older that have completed high school or college baseball and/or have not been afforded the opportunity to be a part of a high school or college team.

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See Why Mortgage Pro Timothy Griggs Created The New App To Help You Manage Your Credit

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BLACK-OWNED CREDIT CARD APP LAUNCHED TO HELP YOU IMPROVE AND MANAGE YOUR CREDIT SCORE

Timothy Griggs with 30+ years of experience in the mortgage industry has designed and launched an app called The Good Steward Financial System to help users manage their credit cards all in one place. Instead of having to login into multiple apps and websites to decide which credit card is best to use for a transaction, this mobile app consolidates all of the important information into one interface.

This app launch is just in time because many credit card companies are having a hard time managing the influx of traffic to their call centers and their mobile apps. This mobile app connects you directly with the backend of your credit card processing companies through an API and avoids the slow information acquisition that plagues the credit card apps daily.

By the year 2023, revolving credit card debt will expand by another $100 billion from $1.08 trillion. Now is the time to monitor and be strategic about your revolving credit, and this mobile credit card app will help you do just that.

Discover How NYC Make-up Artist Zania Imani Glams UP New Film: "A" for Alpha

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Emerging New York Based Make-up Artist Zania Imani Glams Up Acclaimed New Movie: "A" For Alpha

Rising Make Up Artist Zimani, Founder of Faces By Zimani

By nZinga EFA Austin

Meet Zania Imani, known in the industry as Zimani. Zimani, is a New York City based Freelance Make-up Artist and aspiring esthetician. She is a well regarded graduate of the HBCU North Carolina Central University and Founder of Faces By Zimani. Zimani, is also the talented up and coming make-up artist for the provocative new movie: "A" for Alpha. According to her, " the movie “A" for Alpha is a short film that explores gender norms, toxic masculinity and social disparity in today’s society."

"A" for Alpha, will premiere in the Toronto Black Film Festival, February 10th, 2021. For more information on seeing the film online click here.

She reveals "the film was written and produced by NCCU Alumni Reggie Lochard. Furthermore, Zimani looks towards a bright future in the business as she states "this is the first of many more to come" in terms of her debut as the Key Make-up Artist for the film.

Zimani reflects "it was a pleasure to have worked with an amazing cast and crew! I can’t wait for you to see our work!"

Click Here To Register To See The Movie

Black Lives Matter Inspired Real Estate Fund Seeks Investors

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FOUNDER OF BLACK LIVES MATTER REAL ESTATE FORUM, LLC LAUNCHES $25M INVESTMENT FUND

Thomas Lopez-Pierre, President and CEO of the Black Lives Matter Real Estate Forum, LLC, has launched a social impact private equity real estate fund called BLMREF Fund I, LLC and has already begun raising funds from accredited investors with an initial targeted goal of $25 million.

"I have been a securities lawyer for 25 years and preparing the legal documents for this venture was especially fulfilling. I look forward to my new role as Co-Chairperson of the Founding Advisory Board of The Black Lives Matter Real Estate Forum, LLC," said Clem Turner, Former Partner - Alternative Capital Practice Group Leader, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC.

The Fund will invest in small-to-midsize multi-family property developments in Black and Hispanic communities that display favorable rental markets, employment, and population growth across America (including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands). The Fund has a pipeline of actionable opportunities, driven by its network of experienced Black and Hispanic real estate joint-venture partners that will minimize risk, improve execution, and increase profits.

Checkout Maryland's Newest Black-Owned Spa - The Diva Day Spa Healing and Retreat Centre

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BLACK WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR OPENS HEALING SPA AFTER 10 YEARS IN THE MAKING

Veteran businesswoman Cindy Tawiah is proud to announce the opening of Maryland's newest Black-owned spa. The Diva Day Spa Healing and Retreat Centre, located in the city of Upperco (just 30 minutes from downtown Baltimore), is a dream that’s been a decade in the making. The spa will offer detox sauna treatments, foot detoxes, healing and counseling services, and wellness workshops.

“You can’t heal what you don’t reveal,” Cindy says on her core beliefs about the power of self-care. “We speak so often about self-care yet we are afraid to do the inner work that will get results.” For Cindy, The Diva Day Spa is designed to help clientele achieve those results by launching their journey of reflection and healing.

Cindy’s passion for self-care started decades ago during her childhood growing up in Ghana, West Africa. She garnered an extensive amount of global understanding during her time spent in boarding schools around the world from Switzerland to London to India and beyond. During these introspective years, she had no choice but to come to terms with her deteriorated self-esteem that was a result of the emotional and physical abuse she suffered from in her youth. Through it all, her faith in God, her family, and her sense of community could not be broken. Her passion for inner healing, wellness, and helping others was strengthened despite her many as she found her way into the beauty industry at just 16 when she learned to make nail polish and lipstick with her chemistry teacher.

Black-Owned Bakery "Luv’s Brownies" Launches Dessert Truck

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AWARD-WINNING BLACK-OWNED BAKERY LAUNCHES FIRST EVER DESSERT TRUCK

The award-winning online bakery, Luv’s Brownies®, home of the Original Heart-Shaped Brownie®, is bringing its sweet treats to the Bay Area with the launch of its first-ever dessert truck. Luv’s Brownies kicked off the first two locations on January, 9th & 10th at the Rose Garden Farmers’ Market and Cupertino Farmers’ Market.

The Luv’s Brownies mobile dessert truck will bring its famous heart-shaped brownies and a new menu — including heart-shaped brownie ice cream sandwiches and marshmallows, house-made waffle cones, and caramel. Inspired by Luv’s Brownie founder Cuban heritage, the dessert truck will also feature Cuban style specialty coffee drinks, and more — to gathering spots across Santa Clara County.

Customers will also be able to use the new Luv’s Brownies mobile app to find out where the truck is located and easily order online. They will also know the truck is nearby when they hear the Celia Cruz “La Vida Es Un Carnaval” jingle coming from the speakers and in the app notifications.