With Airbnb reporting a staggering $4.7 billion in net income for 2023—its second consecutive year of profitability—it’s clear that more travelers are opting for home-style stays over traditional hotels. As demand grows, cities like Barcelona are even taking steps to ban tourist rentals to combat rising housing costs. Despite ongoing debates around short-term rentals, the…
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Houston’s own Candace Ford is once again raising the bar for women’s empowerment. The philanthropist, entrepreneur, and host of the popular podcast Champagne and Cigars is proud to announce her latest venture: Premium L.L.C. Authentic Cigars. Designed for women who love the cigar lifestyle, Lady Loves Cigars (L.L.C.) is a premium brand created to shatter…
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Global Prostate Cancer Advocate with New York roots Set to Be Inducted into Who’s Who in America. Who’s Who In America is a Marquis ‘Who’s Who’ Publication. Marquis Who’s Who is a publisher of biographical dictionaries that have been in existence since 1898. Award-winning actor Kevin Byrd, who is also the president of the Brown…
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With summer around the corner and schools letting out, many parents are digging through drawers, packing up long-sleeve shirts and jackets their kids have already outgrown. And with how fast little ones grow, buying a whole new summer wardrobe can quickly drain a budget. But one couple is flipping the script—and saving families time and…
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“Through our partnership with Trellus, we are investing in the heart and soul of our local economies, ensuring that minority-owned small businesses not only survive but thrive in today’s competitive marketplace,” said Phil Andrews, LIAACC President. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce partners with Trellus to launch the LIAACC Delivery Grant The LIAACC Delivery…
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Long Island Business News has selected Rose Ward, Vice President of Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc./Owner NFocus Management Group, LLC and Jordon Isaac, PMP Suffolk County Director for Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc./Owner Cornucopia Business Consulting as a recipients of the Impact and Inclusion Awards.
Read MoreActivities during MED Month 2025 will be a part of the chamber’s 15th 2025 activities celebrating theachievement of African American Small Business Owners in New York State LIAACC General Meeting Special Guest Speaker from Empire State Development (LIAACC) – Jason M. Clark, Esq. Executive Vice President of Empire State Development. New York, New York – Since…
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The growing trend of “quiet firing” is a subtle but damaging strategy being employed by some employers to nudge unwanted employees out of the workplace. Unlike traditional termination, quiet firing relies on passive-aggressive tactics such as reducing responsibilities, cutting pay, or consistently criticizing an employee’s work without clear communication. While it may seem like an…
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Will Cyrus, a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary, has carved out a remarkable path from financial services to redefining the luxury real estate market in Dallas, Texas. Originally from Pompano Beach, Florida, and now residing in Dallas, Cyrus has leveraged his background in life insurance with industry giants like Fidelity Investments and Northwestern Mutual to build…
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Carrie Bloxson has shattered another glass ceiling by becoming the inaugural Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Hachette Book Group (HBG), a leading trade publisher and division of Hachette Livre. This appointment marks a historic milestone as Bloxson becomes the first Black woman to lead HR at HBG, furthering the company’s commitment to innovation, diversity,…
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