The U.S. Small Business Administration announced a renewal of its two-year partnership agreement with the Minority Business RoundTable (MBRT) to continue joint outreach efforts to minority entrepreneurs. “Far too often, minority-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs encounter hurdles to getting capital, contracts and other assistance to help them succeed in the marketplace,” said SBA Administrator Karen [...]
As the rescue effort in earthquake-stricken Haiti transitions to rebuilding and recovering, questions are beginning to arise on who will contribute to the rebuilding effort. The situation in Haiti is tragic, but in this age of Disaster Capitalism, there are interests standing by to reap profit from the devastation. According to author Naomi Klein, policies [...]
Seagram’s Gin announced plans to continue its job training and mentoring program, the “Pursuit of Excellence Institute” in 2010. The program will target four of the hardest hit cities in the nation: Atlanta, Chicago, Tampa and Columbia, South Carolina. The Institute is an intensive, four-week training session funded by Seagram’s and administered by the Atlanta [...]
In celebration of African-American vendors and their entrepreneurial spirit, Jewel-Osco acknowledges Black History Month with the 11th Annual “A Taste of Black History”. The contributions of three African-American entrepreneurs who help provide jobs through their role as vendors with Jewel-Osco will also be saluted during the opening reception: Derryl Reed of Smokin’ Joe Products, LLC [...]
Nordstrom department stores is celebrating Black History Month and saluting the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) by donating all after-cost proceeds from the sale of an exclusive CD entitled Big Swing: African-American Legends of the Big Band Era, to the AAADT. “Jazz is quintessentially American music that inspired Alvin Ailey and our eclectic repertory, [...]
The US population of 40 million African Americans is anticipated to reach purchasing power close to $1 trillion in 2010, according to a new report. Packaged Facts, a division of Marketresearch.com, compiled the information for “The African-American in the U.S., 8th Edition”. The report asserts that African Americans are “a key segment in an American [...]
A certain breed of entrepreneur realizes that while the grind is essential, a giving mentality can also become a crucial component to any well rounded business endeavor. The Black community on every level only stands to benefit from business practices that truly give back. With this in mind, The Hustletown Chronicle is pleased to share [...]
The Seattle Medium reports on the Economic Stimulus Town Hall Meeting held recently to bolster collaboration between African American-owned businesses, and to garner more political support for the community. Event speakers touched on several key subjects, including the need to advocate for African Americans and their businesses, stimulate economic growth, and tap into federal stimulus dollars [...]
According to the Associated Press, The Michael Vick Project will debut Feb. 2 on BET. The ten-part series will chronicle the much maligned NFL quarterback, who was reinstated to the league this season and signed a two year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick’s conviction for dog fighting charges and subsequent 18-month sentence is one [...]
Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference 2010. May 16-19, 2010. The Conference Theme is Building Business Beyond Tomorrow. All events will take place in Atlanta, Georgia at the Marquis Hotel. Early bird registration is $295 through February 15, 2010 with general registration at $495. After April 30th, registration will increase to $695.
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