Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese adds new title — women’s professional soccer team owner
May 25, 2024
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese can now call herself a professional sports team owner.
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Business
Bank of America Report Outlook Is Positive Among Certain Business Owners
May 22, 2024
According to the 2024 Bank of America Business Owner Report, which was conducted in partnership with Bank of America Institute, small and mid-size business owners have a more optimistic outlook on their future.
Gritz N Wafflez Owner Jurni Rayne is Serving Southern Hospitality in More Ways Than One
May 22, 2024
Chef Jurni Rayne’s restaurant, Gritz N Wafflez in Pico Union, will now expand to Korea Town and Leimert Park by year’s end.
Malachi Fuller and Nëither: Aiming Hyyer
May 22, 2024
The L.A. Sentinel interviewed the two co-founders of Hyyer Creative, a Black-owned, L.A. based creative agency that generates, strategizes, and executes the ideas of their clients.
LadyLike Foundation Presents 15th Annual Women of Excellence Awards
May 22, 2024
South Carolina Gamecocks Coach Dawn Staley, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation CEO Nichol T. Whiteman, and Beautyblender founder Rea Ann Silva will be honored at the LadyLike Foundation’s 15th Annual Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon and fashion show on Saturday, June 1, 11 a.m., at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
Just Do It: A’ja Wilson earns Nike signature sneaker
May 21, 2024
On Saturday May 11, Las Vegas Aces Center A’ja Wilson earned her long awaited opportunity with Nike. Nike announced that Wilson will headline the company in 2025 with her first-ever signature sneaker – the A’One.
Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services Merges with Hub International
May 16, 2024
Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services (MWIS) merged with Hub International Limited (Hub on May 1, which enhances the commercial insurance and aligned risk management capabilities of the two entities.
Three Stripe Life: Candace Parker president of Adidas women’s basketball
May 14, 2024
Recently, Adidas announced that seven-time WNBA All-Star Candace Parker will be president of Adidas women’s basketball.
AFL-CIO Report Exposes Deepening Racial Disparities in Workplace Safety
April 29, 2024
The AFL-CIO, a coalition representing 12.5 million workers across various unions, has released its 33rd annual report, “Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect,” uncovering troubling racial disparities in workplace safety. The report’s findings, based on the most recent data available, underscore the urgent need for policymakers, regulatory bodies, and employers to confront the disproportionate rates of fatalities, injuries, and illnesses faced by workers of color
Chip Smith – Third-Generation Leader of Harrison Ross Mortuaries
April 24, 2024
In celebration of Black Business Month, the L.A. Sentinel shines a spotlight on William “Chip” Smith III, the CEO of Harrison Ross Mortuaries in Los Angeles. As a third-generation leader of this esteemed Black-owned family business, Chip continues to uphold the legacy established by his grandparents, Leon Harrison and Emma Ross.
AI-generated models could bring more diversity to the fashion industry — or leave it with less
April 16, 2024
Proponents say the growing use of AI in fashion modeling showcases diversity in all shapes and sizes, allowing consumers to make more tailored purchase decisions that in turn reduces fashion waste from product returns. And digital modeling saves money for companies and creates opportunities for people who want to work with the technology.
Shop Fully Loaded Los Angeles
April 10, 2024
Best friends and business partners, Channon Anderson and Kelly Chapman, are sharing their experiences through fashion with Fully Loaded Los Angeles.
Lara Adekoya is Bringing Paris to West Adams
April 10, 2024
Lara Adekoya is bringing her love for Parisian-themed baked goods to West Adams. Fleurs et Sel has been widely recognized for turning a pandemic hobby into a national phenomenon.
Meet Chef Tiffany Swinson, Owner of SomethingGood2Eat and 3Spice Bistro & Kitchen
April 3, 2024
April is Black Business Month, and this annual observance is dedicated to highlighting Black owned businesses that move the needle and advance the culture. Inglewood native Chef Tiffany Swinson comes from a family of entrepreneurs and go getters.
Stacey Henley and Developing Options Empower Youth in South Los Angeles
April 3, 2024
We can’t end Women’s History Month without acknowledging, wife, mother, and community advocate, Stacey Henley, who, alongside her husband, Big U, founded non-profit organization, “Developing Options, Inc.”