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Edy Lawson-Jackson, Samira Jackson Reportedly Make NFL History As First Mother-Daughter Sports Agent Duo
Edy Lawson-Jackson has made history in the NFL alongside her daughter, Samira, according to The Baltimore Sun. Growing up in Baltimore, MD, Lawson-Jackson had many dreams, including wanting to pursue ballet, gymnastics, and acrobatics. These early aspirations fueled her activities in the band, track and field, as well as becoming homecoming queen. With discipline and… Continue reading Edy Lawson-Jackson, Samira Jackson Reportedly Make NFL History As First Mother-Daughter Sports Agent Duo
Sports Agent David Mulugheta Secures Another Historic NFL Contract For Jalen Ramsey With 3-Year $72.3M Extension
The 2024 NFL season has begun, but there’s one person making noise off the field that is impacting the game. Sports agent David Mulugheta had reportedly made history as the first agent in the league to negotiate more than $1 billion in NFL contracts in one year, per his reps. According to Forbes, the 41-year-old… Continue reading Sports Agent David Mulugheta Secures Another Historic NFL Contract For Jalen Ramsey With 3-Year $72.3M Extension
The ‘Magic Number’ You Need To Hit Before Retiring Is An Option
Auntie. Unc. These nicknames came out of nowhere, and they’re not coming from your actual nephews and nieces. Birthdays are flying by, but you still feel the same age as prior years. Weird times. You may already know that starting a retirement plan early on means you’ll be ahead of the game, but it just seems… Continue reading The ‘Magic Number’ You Need To Hit Before Retiring Is An Option
Chef Kwame Onwuachi Opens An Afro-Caribbean Restaurant In Washington DC, Honoring A Black Mathematician And Astronomer
Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi’s new restaurant is honoring a Black mathematician. The Nigerian-American restaurateur, raised in New York City, NY, opened Dōgon on Sept. 9, 2024, inside luxury hotel Salamander Washington DC. The fine-dining establishment’s design honors Benjamin Banneker, a mathematician and astronomer who primarily taught himself by watching the stars and studying math textbooks… Continue reading Chef Kwame Onwuachi Opens An Afro-Caribbean Restaurant In Washington DC, Honoring A Black Mathematician And Astronomer
Will The Upcoming Election Shake Up Your Business? Here’s How To Get Prepared Now
As a business owner, bracing yourself for potential setbacks is a matter of survival. It’s necessary and a great business practice that allows you to plan for the future. In the meantime, you’re able to work towards that goal and stay abreast of everything else. Add in politics and you have some new possibilities to… Continue reading Will The Upcoming Election Shake Up Your Business? Here’s How To Get Prepared Now
Jordan Mason’s Net Worth Stands To Grow As His NFL Career Continues
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has been in the news lately after signing a legendary four-year contract extension worth $240 million. He’s obviously one of the highest-paid athletes in the NFL today, but not every player is lucky enough to bring home such massive paychecks. 25-year-old Jordan Mason is already shining on the field for… Continue reading Jordan Mason’s Net Worth Stands To Grow As His NFL Career Continues
How NBA YoungBoy Came To Live Up To His Name With A Net Worth Of Over $10 Million
If you’ve been tuned in to modern hip hop in the last few years, you’re likely already familiar with the prolific works of NBA YoungBoy. The artist, who is only 24-years-old at the time of this writing, first rose to prominence in 2015 and beyond, releasing numerous rap albums and mixtapes per year ever since.… Continue reading How NBA YoungBoy Came To Live Up To His Name With A Net Worth Of Over $10 Million
Common Interview Questions You Should Expect To Answer From Your Prospective Employer
For many individuals seeking new employment, one of the most stressful aspects of a job hunt is nailing the interview. Your in-person performance before your potential employer could make or break your chances of being hired, and provides you with the best opportunity to sell yourself on merit, personality, and knowledge of the field. But,… Continue reading Common Interview Questions You Should Expect To Answer From Your Prospective Employer
How A Tax Refund And LL Cool J’s Mother Led The Artist To Ink A Deal With Def Jam
LL Cool J’s mother played a crucial role in launching his career by investing in his music when he was faced with countless rejection. The rapper, born to Ondrea Smith in Bay Shore, NY, has released his 14th studio album, “The Force,” after a decade-long wait. Released Sept. 6, the project features 14 tracks, including… Continue reading How A Tax Refund And LL Cool J’s Mother Led The Artist To Ink A Deal With Def Jam
Black Business Hub Opens in Madison, WI, Offering Funding and Mentorship
A hub geared towards Black business owners has opened in Madison, WI. The Black Business Hub is made possible through the efforts of The Urban League of Greater Madison (ULGM), which was established in 1968 to educate and empower the Black community both personally and professionally, per its website. Their programs have been geared towards… Continue reading Black Business Hub Opens in Madison, WI, Offering Funding and Mentorship
Before His Passing, James Earl Jones Handed Over The Rights To Recreate His Voice To AI To Ensure It Endured For Future Generations
The “Circle of Life” takes on new meaning now that James Earl Jones, the legendary actor and voice of “The Lion King’s” Mufasa, has passed away at the age of 93. The Voice We Almost Never Heard Jones, a Mississippi native who later moved to Michigan, faced early childhood trauma that led to a stutter… Continue reading Before His Passing, James Earl Jones Handed Over The Rights To Recreate His Voice To AI To Ensure It Endured For Future Generations
After Expanding His Soul Food Venture To Detroit, Former NBA Player Kevin Johnson Already Has Plans To Add 10 More Locations
Kevin Johnson’s food venture is rapidly growing. As AFROTECH™ previously told you, the former NBA player who made headlines for becoming the first Black mayor of Sacramento, CA, is the founder of a restaurant venture named Fixins Soul Kitchen. He opened the first location in that very city, which is also his hometown, in 2019,… Continue reading After Expanding His Soul Food Venture To Detroit, Former NBA Player Kevin Johnson Already Has Plans To Add 10 More Locations
CEO Arian Simone Announces Dismissal Of Lawsuit That Prevented Fearless Fund’s Support For Black Women Entrepreneurs
The lawsuit preventing Fearless Fund from allocating funding to Black women entrepreneurs has been settled. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Fearless Fund, currently led by founding partner Arian Simone, was sued by legal activist Edward Blum and his American Alliance for Equal Rights group. In the lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court in Atlanta, GA,… Continue reading CEO Arian Simone Announces Dismissal Of Lawsuit That Prevented Fearless Fund’s Support For Black Women Entrepreneurs
Tems Has Been Using Technology To Embrace Her Artistry, Which Includes Using A Laptop Mic To Record ‘Free Mind’ And Engineering Her Most Recent Album Herself
Embracing technology has helped Tems evolve her artistry. Born Temilade Openiyi in Lagos, Nigeria, the Afrobeats R&B star had a deep passion for music from a young age — even joining a choir as a teenager — and recognized the art of making music was always more than just a side interest for her. “The… Continue reading Tems Has Been Using Technology To Embrace Her Artistry, Which Includes Using A Laptop Mic To Record ‘Free Mind’ And Engineering Her Most Recent Album Herself
Beyoncé Acknowledges Black Pioneers Fawn Weaver And Victoria Eady Butler Of Uncle Nearest Whiskey Amid The Launch Of Her Own Brand
Beyoncé respects the legacy of those who came before her. Throughout her decades-long career as a musician and entrepreneur, she has made it her mission to uplift pioneers. Her heart posture has not wavered even in her most recent endeavors, which include “Cowboy Carter.” The country-inspired album placed a spotlight on The Beatles, Willie Nelson,… Continue reading Beyoncé Acknowledges Black Pioneers Fawn Weaver And Victoria Eady Butler Of Uncle Nearest Whiskey Amid The Launch Of Her Own Brand
VP Harris Announces Substantial Tax Deduction Increase To Help Small Businesses
Vice President Kamala Harris proposed a substantial increase in the tax deduction for startup expenses, raising the allowable deduction for new small businesses from $5,000 to $50,000. The Democratic presidential nominee announced the proposal during a speech in New Hampshire on Sept. 4 as part of her broader economic plan to make tax filing “cheaper… Continue reading VP Harris Announces Substantial Tax Deduction Increase To Help Small Businesses
Black-Owned Sea Moss Brand The Transformation Factory Raked In $500K During Its First Hour Of Its ‘Shark Tank’ Appearance
The visibility from “Shark Tank” led to remarkable growth for The Transformation Factory founder Alexiou Gibson. Gibson is behind the sea moss brand, which was inspired by his personal health journey that resulted in a 300 pound weight loss from taking the algae in his daily lattes, CNBC reports. “Like most teens, I believed that… Continue reading Black-Owned Sea Moss Brand The Transformation Factory Raked In $500K During Its First Hour Of Its ‘Shark Tank’ Appearance
A Look Inside Jackie Aina’s Empire: How The Digital Creator Left The Military, Made Millions, And Amassed 3.5M Subscribers On YouTube Alone
By capitalizing on her status as a leading beauty influencer, Jackie Aina has built the foundation for a prosperous business empire. How It Started Aina, a Nigerian-American born in California’s San Gabriel Valley, came from humbling beginnings. BuzzFeed News mentions she has six siblings, with an even split between brothers and sisters. She recalls “growing… Continue reading A Look Inside Jackie Aina’s Empire: How The Digital Creator Left The Military, Made Millions, And Amassed 3.5M Subscribers On YouTube Alone
First Black US Mint Director Ventris C. Gibson Reflects On Harriet Tubman’s Legacy Through Commemorative Coins
Ventris C. Gibson is upholding the legacy of Harriet Tubman while stepping into a significant and historic role. Career Journey Born in Roseland, VA, but raised in Washington DC to parents with six children, Gibson showed great ambition early on. Upon graduating from high school, she enlisted in the Navy and worked as a traffic… Continue reading First Black US Mint Director Ventris C. Gibson Reflects On Harriet Tubman’s Legacy Through Commemorative Coins
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