When a child is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, parents often face two devastating battles at once: fighting for their child’s health while struggling to keep their family financially afloat. Hospital stays, lost income, mounting bills, and housing insecurity can quickly overwhelm even the most prepared families. For the past 22 years, Autumn Strier has…
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For many entrepreneurs, opening a second location or launching a franchise represents the ultimate milestone. But scaling a successful business takes far more than finding a new storefront and hiring additional staff. Without the right systems in place, rapid growth can dilute a company’s culture, customer experience, and reputation. Lia Hakim knows those challenges firsthand.…
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In today’s workplace, leadership is often measured by titles, authority and the number of people reporting to an executive. But leadership expert and executive coach Dr. Sam Adeyemi believes those traditional metrics miss the true mark of effective leadership. According to Adeyemi, the greatest leaders are not those who accumulate followers but those who empower…
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The Black Owned Media Equity and Sustainability Institute (BOMESI) concluded its fifth annual summit in Detroit, bringing together media executives, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to explore strategies for strengthening diverse-owned media through ownership, innovation and economic opportunity. Held over four days, the 2026 BOMESI Summit attracted representatives from 125 organizations and featured more than 53…
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Veteran publicist and media strategist Angelo Ellerbee has unveiled a redesigned website for Double XXposure, creating a centralized hub for entrepreneurs, artists, executives and aspiring public relations professionals seeking expert guidance in branding, communications and career development. The newly launched DoubleXXposure.com expands beyond a traditional agency website, offering a range of consulting services, educational resources…
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Drummer, entrepreneur, and businessman Ralph Rolle is taking his passion for storytelling beyond the stage with the launch of DearFamilyStories.com, a new digital platform designed to help families preserve their history, memories, recipes, and traditions for future generations. Best known for performing with artists including Lady Gaga, Nile Rodgers and Chic, D’Angelo, Erykah Badu, and…
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After years of helping celebrities, entrepreneurs, and brands shape their public image, global publicist and brand architect KimiRhochelle is turning the spotlight on herself with the release of her memoir, If I Could Only Tell!. The book offers an intimate look at the personal experiences behind a career spent navigating the worlds of entertainment, media,…
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A new Roman Italian restaurant is joining Chelsea’s dining scene with the opening of Forno D’Oro, a family-run establishment led by Naples-born Master Pizzaiolo Chef Salvatore Olivella. Located at 196 Eighth Avenue, the restaurant officially opened its doors today, offering a menu centered on traditional Roman and Neapolitan-inspired Italian cuisine, handcrafted pizzas, and an emphasis…
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Building a successful business doesn’t always require a complicated strategy. According to Terry Conway, the former owner of Handy Seafood and former chief financial officer of Perdue Farms, lasting success comes down to mastering three fundamental principles. Conway outlines that philosophy in his new book, Business is Simple: From a Family Cottage Business to World…
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June is Men’s Health Month, and while conversations often focus on physical fitness and disease prevention, financial experts say one significant health issue frequently goes overlooked: financial stress. According to Jeff Smith, a financial planner and owner of The Retirement Smith, the emotional burden of financial pressure is affecting millions of men, contributing to both…
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