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Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary Takes Center Stage at ESSENCE Festival of Culture™: Ms. Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion, Wizkid, Jermaine Dupri & More Set to Perform

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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Other artists joining the 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ stage include Wizkid, Monica, Coco Jones and Kizz Daniel.

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  • Other artists joining the 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ stage include Wizkid, Monica, Coco Jones and Kizz Daniel.
  • “For nearly three decades, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ has been an international and joyful gathering that empowers community throughout the global Black diaspora.
  • The 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ is presented by Coca-Cola® and major partners, AT&T, L'Oréal, McDonald’s USA and Target Corporation.
  • Tickets for the 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ presented by Coca-Cola® are now on sale at www.ESSENCEFestival.com , where consumers can also find festival information & updates.

Family Dollar Enhances Youth Empowerment Resources to Support Teens Advocating for Positive Community Change

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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Family Dollar announces plans to donate $1.3 million to its ongoing national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

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  • Family Dollar announces plans to donate $1.3 million to its ongoing national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
  • The partners work together to equip young people with the resources, support and opportunities they need to feel empowered to Do More to positively impact the world around them.
  • “We know today’s young people are passionate about driving meaningful change in their communities,” said Jim Clark, President & CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of America developed the Think, Learn, Create Change program to put youth at the center of their own advocacy experiences and support their ongoing, active engagement as local changemakers.

KBLA Talk 1580 Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to Two Organizations: National Association of Black Journalists of Los Angeles and Minority Photo-Journalism Institute

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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Tavis Smiley , host of “Tavis Smiley” on KBLA Talk 1580 AM, presented a total of $20,000 in scholarships to the National Association of Black Journalists of Los Angeles (NABJLA) and the Minority Photo-Journalism Institute (MPJI).

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  • Tavis Smiley , host of “Tavis Smiley” on KBLA Talk 1580 AM, presented a total of $20,000 in scholarships to the National Association of Black Journalists of Los Angeles (NABJLA) and the Minority Photo-Journalism Institute (MPJI).
  • “The National Association of Black Journalists of Los Angeles and the Minority Photo-Journalism Institute are making a tangible difference in our community by helping students pursue careers in journalism and communications,” stated Tavis Smiley.
  • “KBLA Talk 1580 strongly believes in enlightening, empowering and encouraging tomorrow’s reporters, editors and potential talk radio hosts.
  • Hopefully, our scholarships make a difference.”
    The scholarship donations were raised at KBLA Talk 1580’s February 28, 2023, Black History Month luncheon in tribute to Black legends in Los Angeles media.

PMI study reveals project management gender divide across all major industries

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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A new Project Management Institute (PMI) report – The State of Women in Project Management 2023 - reveals a stark gender divide in the project management industry, with male project managers outnumbering female project managers at a rate of 3:1.

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  • A new Project Management Institute (PMI) report – The State of Women in Project Management 2023 - reveals a stark gender divide in the project management industry, with male project managers outnumbering female project managers at a rate of 3:1.
  • However, 23% of men versus 20% of women report some level of management role, highlighting a much narrower gap when it comes to project management leadership opportunities.
  • To elevate the project management career, PMI is collaborating with Women of Project Management (WOPM), the dedicated global community for women in the project profession, to further amplify the voices of women in project management across its global community and enable more female project managers to enter or progress in the profession.
  • By teaming up with Women of Project Management, together we will raise awareness of the importance of gender inclusion – which will only enhance our profession - and empower our community to create change, regardless of industry.”
    In fact, PMI’s The State of Women in Project Management snapshot also reveals that the gender disparity for project professionals exists across all major industries:

Dwyane Wade, Rosario Dawson, Ayesha Curry, and Earn Your Leisure Partner with Square to Launch Forward

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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More than 5 million new business applications were filed in 2022, and Black and Latino Americans are opening more businesses than any other group.

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  • More than 5 million new business applications were filed in 2022, and Black and Latino Americans are opening more businesses than any other group.
  • Despite these successes, Black and Latino business owners still face systemic barriers to achieving long-term success, which result in higher closure rates .
  • According to a recent Square report , the most common challenges faced by Hispanic businesses is raising capital.
  • The training topics will range from leadership and customer development to scaling operations and managing financial growth.

Fearless Foundation and Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator Award $1 Million Dollars for their Black Women Entrepreneurs Grant Program

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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Fearless Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Fearless Fund, the first venture capital fund built by women of color, for women of color, has partnered with Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator for a multi-phase grant program that will bolster Black women-owned, consumer product-based business.

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  • Fearless Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Fearless Fund, the first venture capital fund built by women of color, for women of color, has partnered with Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator for a multi-phase grant program that will bolster Black women-owned, consumer product-based business.
  • “We are excited to enroll business grant recipients in Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator, giving each brand access to an unparalleled network of mentors that will allow them to reach their professional goals,” says Arian Simone, Co-Founder and General Partner of Fearless Fund.
  • We are excited to partner with the Fearless Fund to support 75 incredible Black women entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams.
  • By participating in Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator, founders will access a suite of resources, including financial assistance, business education and coaching, and marketing support.

Hans Dorsinville Appointed Senior Vice President, Global Creative, BALMAIN BEAUTY

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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BALMAIN announced the appointment of Hans Dorsinville to Senior Vice President (SVP), Global Creative, BALMAIN BEAUTY, effective January 2023.

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  • BALMAIN announced the appointment of Hans Dorsinville to Senior Vice President (SVP), Global Creative, BALMAIN BEAUTY, effective January 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230228006023/en/
    In his position, Hans will work closely with the BALMAIN and BALMAIN BEAUTY teams, including Estée Lauder Companies’ (NYSE: EL) executives Guillaume Jesel, President, Global Brands, TOM FORD BEAUTY, BALMAIN BEAUTY and Luxury Business Development, and Nathalie Berger Duquene, Senior Vice President (SVP), Global General Manager, BALMAIN BEAUTY.
  • As SVP, Global Creative, Hans will be responsible for overseeing the full creative spectrum for BALMAIN BEAUTY including image, concepts, strategy, and alignment of brand voice with the fashion house.
  • “We are thrilled that Hans will be taking on this creative leadership role, partnering with Olivier on the creative of BALMAIN BEAUTY.

Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia Announce the 2023 Black Effect Podcast Festival on April 22 at Pullman Yards in Atlanta

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia today announced the 2023 Black Effect Podcast Festival to celebrate, uplift and amplify Black voices in the podcast industry.

Key Points: 
  • Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia today announced the 2023 Black Effect Podcast Festival to celebrate, uplift and amplify Black voices in the podcast industry.
  • ET at Pullman Yards in Atlanta, GA. Charlamagne Tha God will join the festival alongside some of the Black Effect’s most popular personalities for a day full of live podcast tapings and informative discussions aimed at aspiring podcasters in the Black community.
  • The festival will be hosted by Charlamagne Tha God and “Carefully Reckless” Host and Comedian Jess Hilarious.
  • “In 2023, Black creators are at the forefront of a movement reverberating across today’s cultural landscape, and we’re excited to bring this to life for the community at The Black Effect Podcast Festival in Atlanta this spring,” said Charlamagne Tha God.

Comcast Partners With The Hidden Genius Project to Help Black Male Youth Acquire Digital Skills and Enter the Tech Sector

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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Comcast NBCUniversal today announced a new $2 million grant to The Hidden Genius Project, furthering the company’s longstanding efforts to advance economic mobility through critical digital skills building.

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  • Comcast NBCUniversal today announced a new $2 million grant to The Hidden Genius Project, furthering the company’s longstanding efforts to advance economic mobility through critical digital skills building.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230224005303/en/
    Comcast Partners With The Hidden Genius Project to Help Black Male Youth Acquire Digital Skills and Enter the Tech Sector (Photo: Business Wire)
    A globally recognized nonprofit, The Hidden Genius Project trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities.
  • Comcast’s funding, which will be distributed over two years, will support The Hidden Genius Project’s expansion to new markets in Atlanta and Chicago this year.
  • Founded in 2012, The Hidden Genius Project has provided mentorship, career planning and tech skills training to hundreds of Black male high school youth in Oakland, Richmond and Los Angeles, CA, and Detroit, MI through their Intensive Immersion Program.

Ken Frazier to Chair Transcarent Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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Transcarent , a health and care experience company that makes it easy for people to access high-quality, affordable care announced today that industry leader Ken Frazier has been appointed to chair the company’s board of directors.

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  • Transcarent , a health and care experience company that makes it easy for people to access high-quality, affordable care announced today that industry leader Ken Frazier has been appointed to chair the company’s board of directors.
  • This addition to the Board is a formative milestone for Transcarent.
  • As one of the most influential Chief Executive Officers in healthcare, Frazier brings unmatched experience and business acumen to help shape Transcarent’s long-term growth strategy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230221005729/en/
    Ken Frazier recently served as the Executive Chairman of the board of directors of Merck, where he was President and Chief Executive Officer for a decade, from 2011 to 2021.