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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Yvonne Forman, Jarvis Christian University

Ashley Brown — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:29:52 +0000

Yvonne Forman of Houston, Texas, is a budding fashion designer and a trailblazer fusing imagination with commercial sense. While studying for her Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in accounting at Jarvis Christian University, Forman has skillfully combined her two interests for design and finance as CEO and creative director of Vv Design […]

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HBCU Artist Spotlight: Kyle Stampley, Central State University

Ashley Brown — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000

When Kyle Stampley walked onto Central State University campus as a freshman, he tried to stay under the radar. It wasn’t long before the reserved business marketing major evolved into KB Thee MC, the lively campus figure he is today. “I may have been thrown in with the sharks, but luckily, I learned how to […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Chantee Williams El Jean Francois

Ashley Brown — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:27:48 +0000

Educator, musician, and author Chantee Williams El Jean Francois is transforming the lives of underserved youth in Maryland through her innovative program, Dream Big Academy. DBA intertwines financial literacy education with cultural pride and entrepreneurship. With over 15 years of experience working in juvenile detention centers across Washington, D.C., and Maryland, Williams has witnessed firsthand […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Chelsea Mendes, Spelman College

Ashley Brown — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:47:11 +0000

Chelsea Mendes, a dedicated 19-year-old political science major at Spelman College, is taking her passion for social justice and advocacy to new heights with the upcoming “Playing by the Rules” symposium on April 22, 2025. The event aims to educate students and creatives in the Atlanta University Center about the complexities of intellectual property rights […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Brian Kelley, Bowie State University

Ashley Brown — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000

A proud graduate of Bowie State University, Brian Kelley is making waves as a serial entrepreneur with his sports management company High-Level Sports Management, Mid-Atlantic Basketball Classic tournament, and luxury wine brand Imperial94. Rooted in community and family legacy, his journey reflects the rich traditions of HBCUs and the entrepreneurial spirit they nurture. Growing up […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Angelo Hopson, Clark Atlanta

Ashley Brown — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Originally hailing from Long Beach, California, and Slidell, Louisiana, Angelo P. Hopson has built a notable career as an artist, educator, and author. A proud graduate of Clark Atlanta University, where he earned his degree in business administration, Hopson is now making significant strides in the realm of higher education. With a vision driven by […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Ajani Crenshaw, Tuogaloo College

Ashley Brown — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Ajani Crenshaw, a rising sophomore at Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi, is not just another student. He is a passionate advocate for community empowerment and social justice. Originally from Zion, Illinois, Crenshaw is pursuing a B.A. in political science with double minors in pre-law and public policy, equipping himself with the skills needed to drive […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight, Saeed Coleman, Central State University

Ashley Brown — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:30:00 +0000

Saeed Coleman, a 2012 graduate of Central State University, is making waves as a lyricist, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Having overcome the obstacles of his challenging upbringing in Richmond, California, including spending time in juvenile hall, Coleman has channeled his life experiences into two remarkable initiatives: Live From Paradise Clothing and the 10,000 Hrs+ […]

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HBCU Entrepreneur Spotlight: Devaughn Woods, Jarvis Christian University

Ashley Brown — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:24:01 +0000

Devaughn Woods, a senior biology major at Jarvis Christian University, is making waves as an exceptional student and the first Bahamian to hold the title of Mister Jarvis Christian University. Hailing from Freeport, Bahamas, Woods has dedicated his time at the university to inspiring his peers through leadership and advocacy while maintaining an impressive 3.91 […]

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HBCU Artist Spotlight: Kamry Hill, Central State University

Ashley Brown — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:00:00 +0000

It didn’t take 21-year-old Kamry Hill from Detroit long to find her passion. She was only in the third grade when she fell in love with music, started writing songs, and competed in talent shows. Though she had an early start, it wasn’t until her first year of high school that she recorded her first […]

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