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(BPRW) American Black Film Festival Expands to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles

(BPRW) American Black Film Festival Expands to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles

(Black PR Wire)  In celebration of the festival’s 30th anniversary, the ABFF Pop Up Tour, a new national initiative, will bring the energy, creativity, and community spirit of the acclaimed festival to four major markets across the U.S. &n...

(BPRW) Miss Black North America Launches to Fund Dreams, Celebrate Brilliance, and Build Legacy During Black Business Month

(BPRW) Miss Black North America Launches to Fund Dreams, Celebrate Brilliance, and Build Legacy During Black Business Month

(Black PR Wire) Miss Black North America (MBNA) is officially open for applications, inviting a new wave of national delegates to step into their power, grow their platforms, and fund their dreams. This is not a traditional pageant. It is a modern ev...

Thrivin' Newsletter

2025-08-01 00:00:00

August marks Black Business Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. From local shops and service providers to tech startups and creative powerhouses, Black entrepreneurs continue to shape industries, create jobs, and build generational wealth. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy, Black business owners own 3.5 million businesses and employ more than 1.2 million people.

 

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Natalie Madeira Cofield is a presidentially appointed expert on small business and has been named one of the most powerful women in business by Entrepreneur Magazine. An award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, political appointee, and economic activist, Natalie has provided some of the nation's...

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More (BPRW) Thrivin’ in Color Kicks Off Black Business Month with Leslie Jones, Co-Founder of 1010 Wine and Events
August 21, 2025
More (BPRW) THE CENTER FOR GLOBAL AFRICA, USA PRESENTS THE PAN AFRICAN GLOBAL TRADE & INVESTMENT CONFERENCE
August 21, 2025
More (BPRW) Kulur Group and Grambling State Unite to Inspire Next Gen Visionaries Debuting Dope Thinkers Only Conference
August 21, 2025
More (BPRW) American Black Film Festival Expands to New York City, Atlanta, Dallas & Los Angeles Ahead of the Legendary Festival’s 30th Anniversary
August 20, 2025
More (BPRW) Pullman Porter Museum Culminates the 100th Anniversary of the Brotherhood of the Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP) and its 30th Anniversary with a Creative, One-of-a Kind Tribute featuring an "Oscar Micheaux Presents” Film Screening and Reception
August 20, 2025
More (BPRW) The National Black MBA Association Ignites the Future: “TRANSFORM 2025” Conference Returns to Houston with Powerhouse Lineup
August 19, 2025
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August 18, 2025
More (BPRW) In Celebration of Black Business Month, BPRW Recognizes Candice Nicole Public Relations
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More (BPRW) JTCHS Celebrated Staff, Patients, and Partners during National Health Center Week
August 15, 2025
More (BPRW) Joint Conference to Investigate Global Partnerships between African Higher Education Institutions and Historically Black Colleges and Universities