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From Rattler Grad to Retail Guru
From FAMU grad to CEO of The Mane Choice, Chasity Monroe shares her journey as a powerhouse entrepreneur transforming the beauty industry.
Chasity Monroe is balancing beauty and business while being a successful Black woman entrepreneur focused on culturally-resonant brands. She has successfully glowed up from Florida A&M University Rattler grad to a major retail guru, having worked across sales, fundraising and marketing in her career. As the new CEO of The Mane Choice, she’s growing a multi-million dollar brand with textured haircare products sold in Walmart, Sally Beauty, Target and Amazon. Bringing her 15 years of consumer and beauty experience, including at Procter & Gamble, she’ll discuss her journey from HBCU FAMU to owning the only Black-woman-owned hair store in Memphis–Pink Noire– to now leading this major brand into its next chapter.
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A Black Culture Café Rooted in Community and Connection #shorts
More than a coffee shop, this community hub honors Black literature and art while fostering local connection through service, music, and cultural preservation.
More than just a cafe—every detail from the menu names to the music honors Black literature and art. By hosting health drives and open mic nights, this space bridges the gap between cultural preservation and community service. #BlackCulture #CommunitySpace #CulturalHeritage #LocalImpact
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The Mission to Cultivate Black Leadership
Michael C. Hyter joins Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. to discuss The Executive Leadership Council’s legacy of empowering and developing the next generation of Black leaders.
Michael C. Hyter, president and CEO of The Executive Leadership Council, opens up to BLACK ENTERPRISE CEO Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. about the organization’s four-decade history of nurturing, connecting, and championing executive talent and about its work developing the next generation of Black leaders
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Black Music Awards: The Fight to Recognize Prince and Black Artists #shorts
Discover the untold story behind the Black Music Awards and why legends like Prince needed a platform to finally receive their due recognition.
Black music icons like Prince were making monumental moves in the 80s, yet went unrecognized by mainstream programs. The Black Music Awards were born out of a necessity to preserve, promote, and honor the artists who were shaping history from the other side of the coin. #BlackMusicAwards #MusicHistory #Prince #MusicLegacy
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The Black Entrepreneurs Building the EV Green Book #shorts
Black entrepreneurs are spearheading the electric vehicle revolution. Discover how they’re building the infrastructure our communities need to lead the transition.
Black entrepreneurs and advocates are building the EV infrastructure and knowledge our communities need to lead the transition.
🔗 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/iMDi_ljekKU
#AutoNetwork #ElectricVehicles #BlackEntrepreneurs #EVInfrastructure #CleanEnergy
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Shaunie Grigsby on Building Flava Cafe, a Social Enterprise in St. Paul | On The Radar | MSR
Shaunie Grigsby shares how Flava Cafe is blending community, coffee, and career development for Black youth in St. Paul. Watch the inspiring full conversation here.
Shaunie Grigsby opened Flava Cafe in St. Paul in 2022 to combine a coffee shop rooted in Black culture with internships, apprenticeships and professional development for Black girls and gender-expansive youth. She talks with Damenica Ellis about partnerships, transparency and building a third space that feels like home.
Full story: https://spokesman-recorder.com/2026/11/05/flava-cafe-st-paul-shaunie-grigsby-on-the-radar/
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Chevy Bolt RS Charging Specs: 65 kWh Battery and 150 kW Fast Charging #shorts
Get the breakdown on the Chevy Bolt’s 65 kWh battery and its impressive 150 kW DC fast-charging capabilities. Watch the full specs here!
The Chevy Bolt lists a 65 kWh battery, 11.5 kW AC charging, and 150 kW DC fast-charging capability.
🔗 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/FP59f7BbCHI
#AutoNetwork #ChevyBolt #ElectricVehicles #EVCharging #EVSpecs
A Black Culture Café Rooted in Community and Connection #shorts
The Mission to Cultivate Black Leadership
Black Music Awards: The Fight to Recognize Prince and Black Artists #shorts
The Black Entrepreneurs Building the EV Green Book #shorts
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