7 Rappers Who Took Hip-Hop To The Symphony Hall
Hip-hop is more than beats and bravado. It is a cultural force that can change any stage it touches. As our beloved Hip-Hop turns 53-years old, we can’t deny the evolution or the great heights rappers have taken it. Shout outs to the pioneers like Kool Herc, Grandmaster Flash, Doug E. Fresh, Run DMC, LL […]
Uber Freight reportedly investigating after hacking group claims data breach
An extortion gang known for targeting transportation companies and private equity firms has taken credit for a breach at Uber Freight.
You’re Not Ready For Retirement If These Financial Elements Exists
Leaving the workforce may be the goal, but retirement without a strong financial plan could put years of savings — and long-term financial security — at risk, Investopedia reports. The oulet’s analysis identified warning signs that workers may not be ready to retire, including excessive debt, inadequate planning, and uncertainty about how much income they […]
Hustle & Flow: 15 Hip-Hop Songs That Spark Hustling Spirit
Hip-hop is now 53-years-old. Since the beginning of hip-hop culture, rap artists’ lyrics have always touched on making something out of nothing, making a dollar out of 15 cents, and manifesting—often by any means necessary—for a better life and lifestyle than the one they’ve known. The desire for financial wealth is something many people can […]
10 Hip-Hop Books To Celebrate National Hip-Hop Month
BLACK ENTERPRISE is shouting happy birthday to Hip-Hop! Having turned 53 on Aug. 12, Hip-Hop culture has changed the lives of many people since its birth back in 1973. The evolution of Hip-Hop has embodied art, DJ’ing, dance, fashion, hair, jewelry, language, lyricism, music and guess what else—literature ..books. BE salutes Hip-Hop books for penetrating […]
You Can Help Change The Narrative Of Black Male Leadership Today
Brandon Scott is using his power in politics to deliver economic progress and opportunity for African Americans in his city. And in the process, he’s proving to the world the current narrative on Black male leadership has changed. As the 52nd mayor of Baltimore, Scott is tackling crime, housing, healthcare and police brutality just as […]
How Black Women Can Navigate Career Pivots In A Tough Job Market
By Antonia Dean The job market is sending mixed signals. While recent employment reports suggest hiring remains steady overall, many industries, particularly technology, continue to experience layoffs, hiring freezes, and restructuring. Black women have been disproportionately affected. More than 700,000 Black women left or were pushed out of the workforce, a trend economists have described as an […]
Method Man Turns Signature Style Into ‘TICAL’ Hat Collection
Method Man is expanding his business footprint with a new headwear collaboration that taps into his decades of influence in hip-hop and New York culture, VIBE reports, The Wu-Tang Clan rapper and actor partnered with TICAL Athletics and retailer TWNTY-TWO on a limited-edition hat collection inspired by his career and signature style. The collection includes […]
Monica Ephraim Receives Historic Promotion To Colonel In Augusta, Georgia County
Monica Ephraim is set to make history in Augusta, Georgia, as the first Black woman to become a colonel in the Richmond County Marshal’s Office, WJBF reports. Ephraim, who has spent 22 years in law enforcement, will officially be promoted during a ceremony in September, according to the local news outlet. She currently serves as […]
The 4th Annual ‘Franchise Game’ Symposium Returns To Metro Dallas
Returning to the Yum! Brands headquarters in Plano, Texas, for its fourth year is The Franchise Game symposium and expo. Kicking off the event Aug. 13 is the VIP Networking Reception at the Cowboys Club at The Star in Frisco, followed by the main event Aug. 14, which brings together leading franchise executives, successful multi-unit […]
Hall Of Fame Legends Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig Build Enduring Legacy in Business and Sports
The enshrinement ceremony for the Pro Football Hall of Fame at Tom Benson Stadium on Aug. 8 recognized athletic achievement and highlighted executive leadership, investment, and steadfastness. Inductees Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig have shown that high sports performance can model business success and social impact. Fitzgerald, a 2025 BLACK ENTERPRISE XCEL Summit honoree, co-founded […]
Is it Time to Take a Closer Look at Target Maturity ETFs?
Among the key benefits of the ETF wrapper is the wide range of tools it gives advisors and investors to build tailored fixed income portfolios. And given today’s complex rate and inflation environment, it certainly helps to have a wide range of options available. Key Takeaways: With the Fed’s interest rate regimen in flux, advisors […]
