Book Shares Inspirational Stories Of Christian Entrepreneurs Working Toward A Greater Purpose
In a society where workforces—especially executives—are encouraged to keep their professional lives and spiritual lives separate, Jeff Holler's Bigger Than Business: Real-World Stories of Business Owners Living Their Purpose is a thought-provoking testimonial to the power of a faith-driven existence—even …
The hypocrisy of the Nike outrage
Conservative talk radio host Ben Ferguson has tweeted and retweeted a handful of rebukes of Nike for choosing to use Colin Kaepernick in its latest "Just Do It" campaign. The ad features a headshot of the former NFL quarterback with …
Why Nike is betting its slogan on Colin Kaepernick
Nike is siding with Colin Kaepernick because he sells. By making the quarterback a face of its 30th anniversary "Just Do It" campaign, the company believes it will earn support from its core customers: Young shoppers in big cities across …
JPMorgan settles with black financial advisers who alleged discrimination
JPMorgan Chase will pay $24 million to settle a potential lawsuit from black financial advisers who say they were mistreated at the bank because of their race.
How McDonalds solved its Happy Meal problem
The Happy Meal has come a long way. In response to customer backlash, lawsuits and efforts to ban toys from the kids meal, McDonald's has promised better ingredients, fewer calories and more responsible marketing.
Starbucks will start paying employees to give back
Starbucks is paying employees to give back. The company announced on Thursday that it is testing a program that will allow some employees to spend half of their workweek at a local nonprofit.
Whole Foods Market 365® Independence Heights Opens on August 22
Whole Foods Market 365 opened its first store in Houston and tenth store nationwide on Wednesday, August 22, 2018. The 30,000-square foot store is located at 101 North Loop West in Independence Heights.
Uber to pay 56 workers $1.9 million for harassment and discrimination claims
On Monday, lawyers for the plaintiffs filed paperwork in a Northern California district court that outlined how a $10 million settlement announced in March would be divvied up.
Black Entrepreneur Takes College Care Packages to the Next Level With a New Freshman Fun Box
While care packages are no stranger to the college market, Florida-based Freshman Fun Box is the first Black woman-owned care package and subscription box service specifically geared toward college and boarding school students.
Black Family-Owned Business Celebrates Getting Their Fish Fry Products into 2,500+ Grocery Stores — Within Just 3 Years!
Atlanta-based Joe’s Gourmet, a food-products company has embarked on a national expansion following its appearances on ABC’s Shark Tank and Good Morning America. The family-owned business was founded by Joe Dowell, his wife Maranda, and his parents, Joseph and Patricia. …
Uber finally hires a chief financial officer as it preps for IPO
Uber finally hired a chief financial officer to help it go public in 2019.
How Costco thrives in the Amazon era
Retailers around the world are radically reshaping their strategies to contend with Amazon. Costco has a different tactic: Perfect what's been working for four decades.
Fitness Trainer Opens First Minority Sister Duo Smoothie King in Franchise History
Health and Wellness Trainer Alexis Moore is now the co-owner of the first sister duo Smoothie King in Texas and Minority sister duo in Franchise History. Located in Lake Jackson, the grand opening of Smoothie King will take place on …
Apple pulls gambling apps criticized by Chinese state media
Apple has removed illegal gambling apps from its platform in China.
Twitter CEO commits to fixing the platform's 'toxic' content problem, but gives no timetable
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey says "we're ready to question everything" about the social networking site that has been overrun by spam, abuse and misinformation.
