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Economy

Two Founders Launch Black-Owned Academy Teaching Entrepreneurs How to Raise Capital

Meet Sean Teamor and Kyle Freeman, the dynamic duo behind Capital Raising Academy, the ultimate destination for mastering the art of funding and accelerating business growth. The academy has an 8-week program designed to equip entrepreneurs with the expertise to navigate the intricate world of capital raising successfully.Both Sean and Kyle have developed a comprehensive program that was meticulously crafted by seasoned professionals with decades of experience in finance, investment banking, and entrepreneurship. Attendees learn everything from crafting compelling pitches […]

todayMay 6, 2024

Economy

Two Black Women Founders Acquire Historic Building in Downtown Pittsburgh For $4M

Khamil Bailey and Samantha Black, the founders of The Greenwood Plan, a nonprofit organization rooted in empowering Black entrepreneurship, have made a significant milestone in downtown Pittsburgh by taking ownership of the iconic Pitt Building for $4 million. The three-story structure is set to transform into a dynamic hub for Black creatives, freelancers, and business professionals.The Greenwood Plan, named after Tulsa's Greenwood District also known as Black Wall Street, officially sealed the deal in December 2023."We want this to be […]

todayFebruary 16, 2024 5

Economy

Founders of Black-Owned Startup Aim to Help Billion-Dollar Pharmaceutical Companies Diversify Their Research

Shawn Williams, Abiel Obanjo, and Dr. Elizabeth Jackson, the young African American founders of Divergent CRO, a leading Black-owned provider of clinical services to biotech and device companies, are pleased to announce the official launch of their firm's new Contract Research Organization (CRO). Based in Atlanta, Georgia, this new venture aims to revolutionize the research and development process by offering comprehensive and tailored clinical services to meet the unique diversity needs of the biotech and device industries.With an unwavering commitment […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024 2