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BLACK BUSINESS REVIEW INTRODUCES ORBIT, A NEW PROFESSIONAL NETWORK BUILT TO CONNECT BLACK BUSINESS LEADERS

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Early-access platform will bring entrepreneurs, executives, investors and professionals together around relationships, opportunities, jobs and business growth BALTIMORE — Black Business Review today announced Orbit, a new digital professional network designed to help Black entrepreneurs, executives, investors and business professionals build meaningful relationships, exchange opportunities and grow their influence. Why Choose Orbit for Your Professional […]

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott Named President of the African American Mayors Association

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Scott will lead the national organization’s Board of Trustees for 2026–2027, placing Baltimore at the center of conversations surrounding urban policy, economic opportunity and the future of America’s cities. BALTIMORE — Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott, known for his impactful initiatives, has been named president of the African American Mayors Association, assuming leadership of the

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Kenneth Harris Pushes National Business League Into the AI Economy With Goal to Digitize 1 Million Black Businesses

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The organization’s 126th annual conference brings more than 140 speakers, panelists and trainers to Atlanta for an ambitious program centered on artificial intelligence, capital, procurement and Black economic sovereignty. By Black Business Review Editorial StaffAugust 21, 2026 ATLANTA — Dr. Kenneth Harris is pushing the National Business League into its next era with an ambitious

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Black Business Review Launches 12-Part Ebook Collection to Help Entrepreneurs Build Stronger Companies

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The “12 Great Business Principles” digital series gives entrepreneurs practical guidance, assessments, worksheets and action plans covering the essential stages of building and growing a business. BALTIMORE — Black Business Review has launched Shop Ebooks, a new digital learning platform featuring the 12 Great Business Principles ebook collection created by entrepreneur, author and business consultant

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Ernisha Hall Opens Sixth Virginia Black Expo as Chamber Expands Statewide Black Business Platform

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Ernisha Hall Opens Sixth Virginia Black Expo as Chamber Expands Statewide Black Business Platform By Black Business Review | August 21, 2026 Ernisha Hall continues to inspire others through her leadership. RICHMOND, Va. — Ernisha M. Hall is opening the sixth annual Virginia Black Expo weekend Friday, marking another major step in her effort to

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Rich Paul’s Klutch Sports Group Redefines Power, Ownership and Athlete Representation

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From selling vintage jerseys out of his car to overseeing billions in player contracts, Rich Paul has built one of the most influential Black-led enterprises in professional sports. CLEVELAND, Ohio — August 19, 2026 — Black Business Review recognizes Rich Paul, founder and CEO of Klutch Sports Group, for transforming an entrepreneurial beginning into a

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Paul Cooper Continues Building a Legacy Through Entrepreneurship and Community Impact

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For many entrepreneurs, success is measured by revenue. For Paul Cooper, it is measured by relationships, longevity, and creating spaces where people can gather while building businesses that serve the community. His journey emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the positive impact that small businesses can have on local neighborhoods. In this article, we

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Kalamazoo Forward Ventures Launches $50 Million Fund to Back Overlooked Founders and Michigan Businesses

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Kalamazoo Forward Ventures is working to change who receives investment capital—and where that capital is deployed. The Black-founded investment firm launched with a $50 million capital commitment to support high-growth startups, local businesses and real estate projects, establishing what organizers described as Southwest Michigan’s first Black-owned investment fund. Founded in Kalamazoo in 2024, the firm

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Baltimore’s Falling Homicide Rate Could Become a Powerful Engine for Business Growth

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Baltimore’s improving public-safety record is doing more than saving lives. It is creating the conditions necessary to attract investment, strengthen neighborhood businesses, increase tourism and rebuild confidence in the city’s economic future. During the first six months of 2026, Baltimore recorded 50 homicides, compared with 65 during the same period in 2025—a 23.1% decline. The

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Dr. Joy Rohadfox Brings 50 Years of Construction Leadership to We Mean Business Summit 5

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Rohadfox Corporation’s president and CEO will join women leaders in St. Thomas for three days of strategy, connection and candid conversations about business growth. Anyone who still believes construction is a man’s world has not met Dr. Joy Rohadfox. Dr. Joy Rohadfox is an inspiration to many young women in the construction industry. Under the

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