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PRESS ROOM: LMOGA, API Launch New Educational Partnership in Support of Workforce Development and Diversity

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The MSI initiative’s mission is to develop and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the natural gas and oil industry workforce by providing...

Based in Los Angeles, Broadway Federal Bank is one of the several minority depository institutions that Wells Fargo is investing in.

Black History6 years ago

Wells Fargo Makes Major Investment in Six Black-Owned Banks

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Wells Fargo said it is also supporting each MDI’s development through a banking relationship in the form of a single touchpoint coverage model...

Photos from the Full Circle Festival in Ghana/Courtesy Photos

Black History6 years ago

The Transatlantic Slave Trade – Africans Urged to ‘Come Home’

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I hear time and time again from black Americans who traveled to Africa about how connected they felt and how different they found...

Raising the minimum wage gives at least 27 million workers a raise. Most of them are women. A third are Latino, and 40 percent are African American. Raising the wage would reduce inequality and poverty.

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COMMENTARY: When Will Workers Get a Break?

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Many of those working, especially in meat packing, manufacturing, and most service occupations, don't have the luxury to physically distance at work. Some...

Mack Major is the principal at House Tur Investments, LLC, where he proudly advocates for investors.

Black History6 years ago

Mack Major Makes a Difference in Real Estate and Economic Development

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Major said the mission of House Tur Investments, LLC, is to alleviate investors’ concerns with the loan process so they can focus efforts...

The 2021 National Student Entrepreneurs Summit (NSES) and Pitch Competition supports the next generation of student entrepreneurs. (iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History6 years ago

Student Entrepreneur Summit Planned in New York

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The virtual summit, scheduled at noon and streamed over YouTube and Facebook, features a student Pitch competition and includes a panel of successful...

The HHHOF is presently in the process of venue architectural, and cafe / exhibits design phase. Build out construction will then take 4-6 months to open post-Covid vaccine. (Photos provided by the Hip Hop Hall of Fame)

Black History6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Hip Hop Hall of Fame Café & Hip Hop Museum Gallery to Open in New York

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The co-branded themed Café’ is the hip-hop version of the Hard Rock Café and Madame Tussaud’s. The venue includes the Café, Sports Bar,...

Black History6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Entertainment Icon Common was Highlight of General Motors’ 2021 GMAAN Summit

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The 2021 GMAAN Summit was held on Friday, Feb. 19. The annual event recognizes the sacrifices, contributions, and achievements of African Americans in...

According to a 2020 report from the Urban Institute, Black households have the lowest median FICO score among all racial and ethnic groups and the greatest share of households with no credit score at all.

BlackPressUSA6 years ago

OP-ED: How Can We Narrow the Black Homeownership Gap?

NNPA NEWSWIRE — During Black History Month, and throughout the year, it’s important to acknowledge the challenges the Black community faces when it comes to homeownership...

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#FIYAH! — ATTORNEY ELSA W. SMITH — LIVE! THURS. 2.18.21 7PM ET

New experience at Walt Disney World Resort takes guests on a musical tour across America with Joe Gardner from Disney and Pixar’s ‘Soul.’ “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” debuted Feb. 1, 2021, at The American Adventure inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. This new exhibit features artifacts from renowned jazz musicians, including Louis Armstrong’s trumpet (pictured). (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Black History6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: EPCOT Unveils ‘The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure’ Exhibit at The American Adventure Pavilion

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” debuted Feb. 1, 2021, at The American Adventure inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in...

“We believe access to capital for minority small business, housing and homeownership and workforce advancement creates opportunities for systemic change,” said Andy Cecere, Chairman, President and CEO of U.S. Bank.

Black History6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: U.S. Bank Launches New Approach to Build Wealth and Create Access for Diverse Communities

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In the Fall of 2019, U.S. Bank joined the Department of Treasury’s Mentor/Protégé program to provide vital support to Minority Deposit Institutions (MDIs)....

Thomas’ ISIAH International is a holding company with interests in a diversified portfolio of companies.

Black History6 years ago

NBA Legend Isiah Thomas Sets Up to Dominate the Pan-American Cannabis Space

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Superstar and NBA Icon Isiah Thomas, whose Cheurlin Champagne is one of the best-selling in the world, announced that his company, ISIAH International,...

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