TechnologyJulius ‘J’ Erving launches a 21st-Century Record Distribution CompanySequoia BlodgettDecember 16, 2017December 15, 2017 by Sequoia BlodgettDecember 16, 2017December 15, 201702133 For years, artists have been trying to regain control of their careers. If effective, this could have some really interesting results.
EducationThis Charter School Gives K-6 Students Jobs, Adult ResponsibilitiesRobin White GoodeDecember 16, 2017December 15, 2017 by Robin White GoodeDecember 16, 2017December 15, 201701487 Being charged with such responsibilities makes a difference in the way students see themselves. I spoke to both young and older students, and each one
EntrepreneurshipCross Culture Ventures Believes Culture Creates CurrencySequoia BlodgettDecember 16, 2017December 15, 2017 by Sequoia BlodgettDecember 16, 2017December 15, 20170966 CCV believes that there is plenty of room for more innovation, driven on the basis of culture and they are willing to invest in it.
Lifestyle Women#FridayReads: World Record-Holding Centenarian Reveals Why She RunsAlfred Edmond, Jr.December 15, 2017December 20, 2017 by Alfred Edmond, Jr.December 15, 2017December 20, 20170981 Ida Keeling is one of a kind. Her memoir takes you with her along a rugged course through the decades, from growing up during the
EntrepreneurshipThis New Podcast Teaches You How to Get Found and Get FundedSequoia BlodgettDecember 15, 2017December 18, 2017 by Sequoia BlodgettDecember 15, 2017December 18, 20170716 The goal of Get Found and Get Funded is to create visible paths for growth and opportunity for entrepreneurs.
Education Leadership‘Send Your Kids to College Without Going Broke’ Facebook Chat Reaches ThousandsRobin White GoodeDecember 15, 2017December 15, 2017 by Robin White GoodeDecember 15, 2017December 15, 20170469 Thomas was adamant: "Stop with the PLUS loans."
Career LeadershipOmarosa Opens Up About ‘Lack of diversity’ in the White HouseSelena HillDecember 15, 2017December 15, 2017 by Selena HillDecember 15, 2017December 15, 201701532 Following her resignation from the Trump administration, Omarosa Manigault Newman admitted that “the lack of diversity” in the White House left her feeling isolated.
Technology Women[OP-ED] Another Black Woman Makes a Sensible Vote: Net NeutralitySamara LynnDecember 15, 2017December 20, 2017 by Samara LynnDecember 15, 2017December 20, 20170416 The first black women to serve as an FCC commissioner, Mignon Clyburn, was one of two commissioners to vote against the repeal of net neutrality.
Entrepreneurship WomenCharles Barkley Pledges $1 Million to Fund Alabama Black Women’s Tech StartupsSamara LynnDecember 15, 2017December 20, 2017 by Samara LynnDecember 15, 2017December 20, 201701608 Former NBA star Charles Barkley said he is giving $1 million to fund black women who start tech-oriented businesses in Alabama
Career Leadership9 Additional Women Charge Russell Simmons With Sexual Assault, NYPD is Investigating the AllegationsSelena HillDecember 15, 2017December 20, 2017 by Selena HillDecember 15, 2017December 20, 201701153 Nine more women have accused Russell Simmons of sexual assault, including rape, since the first round of misconduct allegations emerged last month.