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Emerging Black Entrepreneurs and Innovators Attend Forum in Shenzhen, China

Brandon AndrewsFebruary 15, 2018April 10, 2018

by Brandon AndrewsFebruary 15, 2018April 10, 20182137

American and Chinese emerging leaders in entrepreneurship and innovation met in Shenzhen, China, for the US-China Forum on Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Economic Opportunity. Seventeen black...

Men

BE Modern Man: Meet ‘Mr. Global’ Obi Asika

Tyrus TownsendJune 13, 2016February 23, 2018

by Tyrus TownsendJune 13, 2016February 23, 2018613

Serial entrepreneur who works across media, entertainment and sports Obi Asika shares what being a BE Modern Man means to him....

Career

‘Wandering Mom’ Tanai Benard Talks Leadership and Giving Her Children the World, Literally (PartI)

Karima Mariama-Arthur, Esq.May 14, 2016May 13, 2016

by Karima Mariama-Arthur, Esq.May 14, 2016May 13, 20161054

Her children are excelling both academically and socially. They've even learned to speak and write Arabic....

Career

Think Global, Act Local [Part 2]: How One Washington D.C Organization Makes Positive Impact

Kandia JohnsonMarch 23, 2016April 9, 2018

by Kandia JohnsonMarch 23, 2016April 9, 2018484

A Washington D.C. organization, Think Global Act Local, talks ways to make a global impact....

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs: 5 Starter Steps to Seize Business Opportunities in Cuba

Marquita MillerMarch 21, 2016November 25, 2017

by Marquita MillerMarch 21, 2016November 25, 20171844

Real estate developer Troy Nash, Ph.D., a frequent traveller to Cuba, shares pointers to help business owners get positioned to do business there....

Education

How Not to Help Poor, Black Children – Part 1

BlackEnterprise.comMarch 21, 2016March 23, 2016

by BlackEnterprise.comMarch 21, 2016March 23, 2016331

After an education trip to Cameroon, an African American teacher learns to her dismay that she is just another "white man" in the eyes of...

Arts and Culture Lifestyle

Womenâ€™s History Month: 5 Cool International Travel Spots to Celebrate the Power of the Female

Janell HazelwoodMarch 17, 2016September 28, 2017

by Janell HazelwoodMarch 17, 2016September 28, 2017918

As we celebrate women's history, incorporate a little fun with all the awareness and empowerment, especially if you're planning any international travel....

Arts and Culture Lifestyle

4 Cool International Womenâ€™s Organizations Changing the World in a Big Way

Janell HazelwoodMarch 17, 2016September 28, 2017

by Janell HazelwoodMarch 17, 2016September 28, 2017499

These women's organizations are making impact where it hits hardest, combating poverty, skills gaps and violence against women....

Entrepreneurship

Going to Africa: 3 Steps to Transition Your Business and Successfully Penetrate the Market

Janell HazelwoodMarch 15, 2016October 4, 2017

by Janell HazelwoodMarch 15, 2016October 4, 2017731

Claudine Moore of C. Moore Media expanded her firm to Africa and added one of the world's most wealthy businessmen to her client roster. Here's...

Career

Career Transitions: 4 Quick Tips for Young Professionals to Turn a Temp Gig Into a Global Adventure

Janell HazelwoodMarch 12, 2016September 28, 2017

by Janell HazelwoodMarch 12, 2016September 28, 2017616

Susan Younis-Khobane has launched a successful international freelancing career, working for companies including MTV Africa and Viacom. Here's how....