Raicheen Blanks is the founder of The Worthonomics Company, a startup focusing on worth management through financial literacy to create stability, security, and freedom for all women.  The Worthonomics Company’s overall mission is to normalize women as investors through education, strategy, and execution to empower them to be financially secure, literate, and confident in all aspects of their lives.  At an early age, Raicheen saw the value and power of investing early and bought her first stock at 19. From that moment, she knew she had a deeper purpose of teaching other women how to ..read more

With 2022 coming to an end, and recession talk on the rise now is the time to focus on building your business like never before. As you might have heard, recessions make the most millionaires. That being said, here are 15 grants you should apply for today, many of which specifically focus on Black or women-owned businesses.   1. Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund (Goodie Nation, The Plug, Google) – Deadline: Nov 30, 2022 Just recently, the Tech Equity Collective, a Google initiative announced its partnership with Goodie Nation and The Plug to launch the Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund ..read more

With 2022 coming to an end, and recession talk on the rise now is the time to focus on building your business like never before. As you might have heard, recessions make the most millionaires. That being said, here are 16 grants you should apply for today, many of which specifically focus on Black or women-owned businesses.   1. Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund (Goodie Nation, The Plug, Google) – Deadline: Nov 30, 2022 Just recently, the Tech Equity Collective, a Google initiative announced its partnership with Goodie Nation and The Plug to launch the Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund ..read more

Leaving the world on E..on empty is the core of Isimemen Aladejob. A mother, wife, and founder of Isimemen and the Fulfilled program. Isimemen has paved the way for herself and women to uncover their purpose and live life to their fullest potential.  Not only is she a woman that wears many hats, but her ability to pivot, take risks, and commit to God’s plan for her has carved out a unique path. Her journey has been filled with shifts, reinvention of self, and further growth in community and faith. Throughout her journey, Isi has taken risks despite the uncertainties by committing to self ..read more

Jasmine Lawrence is the Founder and CEO of EDEN Bodyworks. This company provides natural products that integrate wellness and beauty inspired by nature to restore and maintain the hair and body’s original design. After experiencing hair challenges at a young age, Jasmine shifted her challenge into purpose and began finding solutions independently. Almost two decades later, what started as a kitchen remedy has become a company with over 50 products in Target, Walmart, Amazon, and several other retailers. However, Jasmine’s love for science and math did not stop at her creating her hair oil. Not ..read more

Funding can be a considerable challenge for Black businesses, especially in the early stages of growth. Research shows that Black Americans receive far less funding from venture capital firms than their white counterparts. This means it can be even more difficult for Black people to find funding if they don’t have connections to people who may assist them financially. However, there are several ways you can find funding for your business if you’re an African American and/or Black entrepreneur. Networking Events You never know who you’ll meet at networking events. If you’re at the early stages ..read more

Lauren Vivian is the co-founder and CEO of Wepair Health, a healthcare tech startup revolutionizing how people of color access healthcare. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare and health education, she is committed to addressing the health disparities in underserved communities. Digital health is increasingly important with healthcare organizations struggling to rebuild, especially post-pandemic. Lauren states,” Digital health offers endless possibilities for addressing the health care issues that plague traditionally marginalized communities. However, it will take a collaborative ef ..read more

Are you thinking about becoming an Implementation Specialist? In today’s world, pursuing a career related to technology is wise, as the booming industry isn’t going away anytime soon! So, what is an implementation specialist, and is it a well-paying gig? As of August 29, 2022, the average Implementation Specialist salary in the U. S. is $72,214, with a typical range between $63,954 and $82,720. Numerous criteria, such as schooling, credentials, additional talents, and the number of years spent in a job, can cause salary ranges to differ significantly. Other numbers report that the total pay fo ..read more

Ugochi Obidiegwu is the founder and CEO of The Safety Chic. The Safety Chic is a social enterprise that develops African-themed safety education products and programs for African children to increase safety consciousness and reduce preventable accidents affecting children.  Based in Nigeria, Ugochi specializes in policy advisory and products and program development to enhance the social development of the youth in Africa. However, The Safety Chic is only a fragment of her work. Ugochi’s social impact initiatives also focus on ensuring child safety and reducing substance abuse in youths. O ..read more

Evonya Easley is the founder and CEO of Love E Fashion. She aims to help busy professionals show up as their most confident selves by combining personal style consulting and goal setting. Clients receive unique pieces that fit their lifestyle needs. After working as a corporate accountant for ten years, Evonya understood the challenges of feeling like your personal style had to be compromised to look professional and competent in your role.  Image is important, and finding your style is just as important as finding your voice. Evonya strongly believes that regardless of your size or where ..read more