The Liberated Arts Movement: How Tara Is Changing Communities One Creative Step at a Time
Tara Levy was inspired to launch the Liberated Arts Movement last summer after reflecting on her experiences, education, and passion for...
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Frantzces Lys
Nov 113 min read
More Than Skin Deep: The Story of Natural Radiant Life with Rhonda
For many Black women founders, the journey to business ownership isn't always a choice but a necessity. Systemic barriers and...
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Frantzces Lys
Oct 119 min read
More than Just a Product: Jasmine’s Mission to Keep Kids Safe, Founder of ParentCo
ParentCo is not just a business, but a personal journey that began with a mother's frustration. Founded by Jasmine Johnson, a mom who...
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Frantzces Lys
Mar 152 min read
From MMA Fighter to Food Critic: How TikTok Minted Keith Lee into a Culinary Star
Forget Michelin stars and white tablecloths – the new wave of food authority resides on TikTok, and Keith Lee is its reigning king. No...
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Frantzces Lys
Mar 132 min read
From Heartbreak to Hashtag Hero: How TikTok Empowered Reesa Teesa
Being vulnerable online can be daunting, but for Teresa Johnson, better known as Reesa Teesa on TikTok, it became the key to unlocking a...
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Frantzces Lys
Mar 82 min read
Celebrating Women's History Month: Black Women VCs Driving Change
This Women's History Month, we're spotlighting the achievements of Black women venture capitalists who are breaking down barriers and...
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Frantzces Lys
Feb 289 min read
Stepping Aside to Step Up: Why Vanessa McDowell-Atlas' Move to BGV's COO Role is a Power Move for Black & Brown Women
Vanessa McDowell-Atlas, former CEO of YWCA Madison, isn't your typical leader. With a deep-seated commitment to her community and a...
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Frantzces Lys
Feb 72 min read
Canvas Chronicles: Celebrating Black Women Artists for Black History Month
February is not only a month to reflect on the rich history of African Americans but also an opportunity to celebrate the contributions...
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Frantzces Lys
Jan 169 min read
Halima, Founder of Bath Notes: Bath & Body Goods for the Mind, Body, and Soul
Ever since Halima Hubbard was young, she has been involved in pockets of entrepreneurship. She fondly remembers mixing alcohol, water,...
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Frantzces Lys
Nov 15, 20233 min read
Meet the 2023 Winners of the Rare Beauty Pitch Competition
Halima Hubbard - 1st Place Winner Halima, the visionary behind Bath Notes, took the stage to share her inspirational journey and shed...
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Frantzces Lys
Aug 25, 20237 min read
Meet the Emerging Leader Fellows of 2023: Pioneers of Change
We are thrilled to announce the BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship (ELF) 2023 cohort. The ELF program is set to make waves in the...
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Frantzces Lys
Jun 18, 20232 min read
5 Essential Facts About Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom
Juneteenth represents the power and significance of a historical moment that shaped the lives of millions. It's the celebration of...
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Frantzces Lys
Jun 12, 20233 min read
Breaking Barriers: 7 LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs Shattering Stereotypes in Business
Despite progress, the startup ecosystem still faces challenges of sexism, homophobia, and unconscious bias. LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs often...
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Frantzces Lys
May 11, 202315 min read
Inside the World of Mompreneurs: How They Juggle Business and Parenting
Running a small business while also being a mom can be incredibly rewarding, but it's no easy feat. As a mompreneur, you're not only...
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Frantzces Lys
Mar 29, 202310 min read
Rosita, Founder of Earth By RoRo: Improving the Health of Aging Skin
As the fastest-growing age demographic in the world, women over 40 are living longer, more beautiful lives. And with that comes varying...
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Evah Kungu
Mar 22, 20235 min read
Breaking Barriers: 6 Daring Black Women Entrepreneurs from the 19th Century
The 19th century was a time of great social, political, and economic upheaval in the United States. The country was expanding westward,...
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Frantzces Lys
Mar 8, 20238 min read
Khadijah, Founder of Davis Beauty Solutions A Multi-Unit Trolley System For Hair Braiders & Stylist
Hair stylists in the braiding and wig industry can spend five to eight hours styling their customers' hair. A considerable part of this...
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Frantzces Lys
Feb 27, 20239 min read
Dana, Founder of CHIP: The Financial Platform for Black and Latinx Financial Wellness
The financial services industry is notorious for its intransigent barriers to entry and overwhelming complexity. Financial wellness and...
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Frantzces Lys
Jan 30, 20239 min read
Brittany founder of Butter'd Bodycare: Naturally Affirming the Skin We're In
After several failed dermatologist visits to seek relief for skin conditions such as dry skin, eczema, and acne, Brittany decided at the...
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Frantzces Lys
Jan 24, 20231 min read
BGV Selects 25 Future Founders As The NextGen Student Visionaries
We're excited to announce the second cohort of the HBCU student visionaries joining our NextGen Program! The BGV NextGen Program is...
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