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Fifty Black entrepreneurs gathered at the Anchorage Museum for the 11th annual Alaska Black Business Expo, proving their thriving community continues to grow. The event brought together an estimated 1,500 Black-owned businesses across the state for what attendees called "a family reunion."
Black women are launching businesses faster than any other group in America, growing their companies by 13% between 2024 and 2025. Despite facing workplace barriers, they're creating their own paths to success.
Twenty Black-owned businesses gathered at a historic civil rights landmark to celebrate Juneteenth with community and hope. The multi-day celebration continues with Atlanta's Freedom Day Parade showcasing art, peace, and progress.
After a year of economic pressure, activists are calling off their nationwide Target boycott as the retail giant fulfills its $2 billion commitment to Black-owned businesses. The campaign shows how consumer activism can drive corporate accountability.
The University of Southern California brought hundreds of students together for a joyful celebration honoring a century of Black History Month. Music, Black-owned vendors, and cultural traditions filled McCarthy Quad as the campus community gathered to recognize past achievements and future possibilities.
During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.
Joy St. Clair turned money she saved while facing a terminal cancer diagnosis into Co-Space, a thriving Miami Gardens hub where 42 Black-owned businesses share affordable workspace and community. Ten years cancer-free, she's created exactly what she envisioned: a place where entrepreneurs support each other and dreams become reality.
A British family business run by seven family members just won the UK's top small business award, presented by Hollywood star George Clooney. Champions Speakers built their success one booking at a time across 66 countries.
Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.
South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.
Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.
Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.
A Ghanaian travel company is helping local entrepreneurs transform the 2026 World Cup from just a sports event into a global business launchpad. The Made in Ghana Business Expo connects businesses with international markets during the tournament.
Target's supplier programs have helped small and diverse businesses thrive for over 25 years. Two partnerships show how big retailers can lift up entrepreneurs while strengthening their own operations.
Hollywood star Jack Black turned a casual stroll into an unforgettable birthday surprise when he grabbed a fan's phone and recorded a personalized video. The heartwarming encounter happened on a busy Auckland street where the actor was walking completely unnoticed.
After years in corporate India, Amber Jain returned to his small hometown during COVID and turned his family's spice-making tradition into a thriving startup. His business now profits $6,000 annually and employs eight local workers.
A New York debt relief firm launched the first program that helps small business owners reduce merchant cash advance payments before they miss payments and face legal trouble. The Reconciliation Shield uses contract clauses most merchants don't know exist.
Vietnamese women are reshaping the country's economy, holding nearly a third of leadership positions and owning one in five businesses. Their shift from workforce to boardroom is driving sustainable growth across Vietnam.
Female entrepreneurs across the UK are sharing their hard-won wisdom on building successful businesses, revealing that confidence isn't required to start—just a clear direction and the courage to begin. Their collective advice could help unlock £310 billion for the UK economy.
PayPal is waiving processing fees on $1 billion worth of transactions to help American small businesses grow. The new Small Business Initiative will support veteran-owned companies and businesses in farming, manufacturing, and technology.
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