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Friday

12 Popular African American Business Websites and Entertainment to Help You Connect with Other Black Business Professionals

 There are a number of popular African American websites that people can use to connect with others and get information on issues that matter to the black community. Consider using these websites, which also are available as apps, to connect with other black businesses, learn about black history, and find solutions to current issues that affect the black community. These apps provide a space for African Americans to come together and support one another.

1.Buy Black Movement: A website that unites black business owners and customers. Surf the site and check out great products! Let them know that you support black businesses.

2. Ebony Magazine: This website offers access to the latest issue of Ebony magazine as well as back issues, special features, and more. Enjoy reading feature articles and videos about African American culture, news, and issues. 

3. Black Wall Street: A website that celebrates African American business and entrepreneurship. It also provides information about the historic black neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma that was destroyed by a race riot in 1921. It includes photos, video footage, articles, and more.

4. Calendly: This app helps you book and organize those meetings.  You will need this as your network grows!

5. Black Shopping Networks: A shopping app that connects shoppers with black-owned businesses around the country. It includes a directory of businesses, event listings, and news.

6. Black Enterprise: This app provides access to the latest issue of Black Enterprise magazine as well as back issues, special features, and more. The content is geared towards African American entrepreneurs and professionals. 

7. The National Urban League: This app provides information about the National Urban League, its mission, and its programs. It also includes news and event listings in African American communities and provides resources and support to urban residents.

The following apps provide different levels of information regarding African American history.

8. Black America Web: Provides news and historical information specifically for African Americans.

9. The Grio: Offers news, opinion, and entertainment specifically for African Americans.

10. TV One: Targets African American viewers with programming that includes both classic and contemporary black films, documentaries, and series.

11. Black Planet Connects African-American singles who seek friendships, networking or finding love.

12. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP): Works to end racial discrimination and ensure equal opportunity for all people.

Of course, other popular social apps with huge African American community networks include: Twitter, Instagram, Linked In, and Facebook for connecting with African American business owners and other communities. Check them all out, they have been instrumental in building social networks around the globe!

Nicholl McGuire is the owner and contributor of this blog, author of Floral Beauty on a Dead-End Street, and other nonfiction and poetry publications. Follow @nichollarticles on Twitter.

Thursday

Happy Black Business Month!

Black Business Month is celebrated annually in the United States to honor the contributions of black-owned businesses to the economy. This year, the monthlong celebration runs from August 1st to September 30th. During Black Business Month, businesses and consumers are encouraged to support black-owned businesses through increased spending and investment. This is a vital time for black-owned businesses, as they are often undervalued and underserved by the mainstream business community. 

In the United States, black-owned businesses make up less than 5% of all businesses. However, these businesses generate nearly $300 billion in annual revenue and employ over 2 million people. While black business owners have made significant strides, there is still room for improvement. In particular, black-owned businesses tend to be smaller and have fewer employees than their white counterparts. Additionally, they often struggle to access capital and face barriers to growth. Nevertheless, Black Business Month is a time to celebrate the successes of black entrepreneurs and look forward to a bright future.  By patronizing black-owned businesses during this month, we can help to close the wealth gap and create more opportunities for black entrepreneurs. So, let's celebrate Black Business Month by supporting the businesses that are powering our economy!

Take the time to put in the search window "local black businesses" in your city, state.  Visit the business and interview the people who work there to see if it is in fact a black-owned business.  Unfortunately, we did find several businesses online and one offline was not a black-owned business even though all businesses did sell merchandise that appealed to African American shoppers.  Be mindful of the deception out there.  

Happy shopping! 

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