General Motors Appoints Grant Dixton as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal and Public Policy Officer
General Motors (GM) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Grant Dixton as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal and Public Policy Officer, effective July 15. Dixton's extensive background in the technology and manufacturing sectors, coupled with his senior leadership …
Famous Amos Launches National Search to Award $150,000 to Three Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
Famous Amos has launched the 2024 Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative, offering $150,000 in awards, resources, and mentorship to support Black early-stage businesses.
Donna's Recipe: Revolutionizing Haircare with Tabitha Brown's Vegan Touch
Pressed and straightened, blow-dried and curled, tangled and twisted, braided and stressed—our hair has a personality of its own. For actress, author, social media personality, and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown, her hair, affectionately named Donna, embodies a bold and beautiful crown. …
The forgotten racial history of Red Lobster
Communities around the country are losing cheddar bay biscuits and all-you-can-eat seafood deals as troubled Red Lobster closes around 100 US restaurants, with up to 135 more closures looming.
Walmart Relaunches No Boundaries: A Fashion Revolution for Gen Z
Walmart is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its iconic fashion brand, No Boundaries, a $2 billion line designed specifically for the vibrant and expressive Gen Z demographic. This reimagined brand brings a fresh, youthful, and relevant assortment to young …
OP-ED: Corporate America Must Stand By DEI and Chief Diversity Officers
This week in New York City, BLACK ENTERPRISE hosted its second annual Chief Diversity Officer Summit and Honors, presented in partnership with Fidelity Investments, Merck, and The Executive Leadership Council, the preeminent organization representing senior Black executives in corporate America …
Red Lobster closings: These are the locations it wants to shut down
Red Lobster wants to close several dozen more restaurants following its bankruptcy, and it has identified which ones are in danger of shutting down if the court approves its plan.
Chef Corey Lee and Hyundai Motor Group Introduce "Na Oh": A New Era of Casual Dining in Singapore
Culinary enthusiasts, mark your calendars! On June 15, 2024, the culinary world will witness a groundbreaking collaboration as Chef Corey Lee, the acclaimed three-Michelin-star chef, joins forces with Hyundai Motor Group to unveil "Na Oh," a unique dining concept at …
Musk accused of improperly selling $7.5 billion in Tesla stock before weak sales report that crashed its price
Elon Musk and the Tesla board are facing a shareholder suit over his sale of $7.5 billion worth of Tesla shares in late 2022, ahead of a January 2023 sales report that sent the price of the stock plunging.
Paving the Path to Energy Justice: REDI Applications Open and Global Engagements Flourish
In my journey with the Department of Energy, the evolution of energy justice has been a profoundly gratifying experience. Over nearly four years, I have witnessed its roots extend from the icy landscapes of Alaska to the sun-soaked shores of …
GM Promotes Baris Cetinok and Dave Richardson to Lead Software and Services Organization
General Motors (GM) is making strategic advancements in the realm of electric, autonomous, and connected vehicles with the promotion of Baris Cetinok and Dave Richardson to lead its Software and Services organization. These seasoned executives are set to drive GM’s …
Lone Star Flight Museum Names Anna Hawley as New President & CEO
Anna Hawley has been named the new President & CEO of the Lone Star Flight Museum, succeeding Lt. Gen. Doug Owens, effective June 1, 2024.
Houston OEM and Partners Drive Derecho Recovery Efforts
In the aftermath of the devastating derecho that swept through Houston on Thursday, May 16, the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is at the forefront of recovery efforts. With unparalleled support from key partners, the city is …
Amazon is slashing prices on 4,000 grocery items, joining Target and Walmart
Amazon Fresh has joined the growing ranks of retailers that are cutting prices. It is discounting thousands of grocery items in a bid to entice price-conscious shoppers to add a little bit more to their shopping carts.
Greater Houston Disaster Alliance Unveils Relief Fund for Severe Weather and Derecho Victims with Comcast and Centerpoint’s Lead Support
In a significant move to support families affected by recent severe weather, the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance has launched the Severe Weather and Derecho Relief Fund. This initiative, a collaborative effort by the Greater Houston Community Foundation and United Way …

