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Shaquille O’Neal isn’t just a basketball legend—he’s a business empire unto himself. While most athletes struggle to maintain their wealth after retirement, Shaq has built a half-billion-dollar fortune through smart investments, brand endorsements, and an ever-expanding fast food empire. His playbook? Own, invest, and dominate. With a business portfolio worth over $500 million, Shaq has […]

(BBR) Support Caregivers: Follow, Nominate, and Attend CRi’s Signature Events! Washington, D.C. – Caregivers are the unsung heroes of our communities, dedicating their lives to supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and at-risk youth. Led by former NFL star Ron George, CRi (www.mycri.org) is making it easier than ever to support,

(BBR) By Alexis Coates A Financial Crisis on the Horizon A sobering report from the Institute for Policy Studies (IPS) titled “The Road to Zero Wealth“ warns that African Americans could face a staggering financial collapse by 2053, with their median household wealth potentially hitting zero if current trends persist. This alarming forecast is not

(BBR) Washington DC – Former President Donald Trump has long been a proponent of protectionist trade policies, and his return to office in 2025 has reignited global trade tensions. His administration has announced a new round of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China—three of the United States’ largest trading partners. These tariffs, intended

(BBR) Dec 2024 – The Black Business Review mourns the loss of Robert Ingram, a remarkable executive whose career made an indelible impact across healthcare, publishing, multicultural marketing, and advertising. Ingram passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, innovation, and advocacy. A Career of Influence and Leadership Robert Ingram’s professional

(BBR)  In a historic and inspiring moment, NBA legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson added another accolade to his already remarkable career by becoming the first Black owner in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to win a World Series championship. Johnson, whose ownership group includes the Los Angeles Dodgers, watched his team rise to the occasion in

Founder Fawn Weaver’s Uncle Nearest is on the brink of reaching unicorn status, Fortune reports. As AFROTECH previously mentioned, Weaver leads the Black-owned whiskey company created in 2016 to commemorate Nathan “Nearest” Green, a formerly enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey. The company has made significant strides in the spirits industry and is currently available in over

(BBR) Maryland – In a career spanning over four decades, Eddie Murphy has firmly established himself as a titan of the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on stand-up comedy, film, and music. From his meteoric rise in the early 1980s to his status as a venerable icon in the 2020s, Murphy’s journey is a