education – Heart & Soul

Self-Funded Freedom: Using What We Know to Build What We Need

September 29, 2025 admin 0

By Germar Reed When we talk about freedom in our community, we often dream of it in grand, distant terms—policy changes, reparations, institutional shifts. And while those are valid pursuits, we forget the power we already possess: the skills, tools, […]

GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS WITH THE FLY PROF.-A ROAD LESS TRAVELED

September 9, 2025 admin 0

A Lesson In Cultural Awareness By Earl N. Caldwell, II As a law professor, I am most often in the role of imparting knowledge to my students. Yet, I am reminded that all of us—even teachers—remain students of life, continually learning. […]

Returning to Our Own Institutions

September 6, 2025 admin 0

By Germar Reed There is a line I can’t shake: “If you give a man the power to feed you, you’ve given him the power to starve you.” For much of our history, we knew this. When Black families were locked […]

Dr. Samaad Wes Keys-Higher education strategist, philanthropy leader, and cultural voice has a relentless commitment to equity and transformation.

September 3, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Samaad Wes Keys, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized higher education strategist, philanthropy leader, and cultural voice whose career has been defined by a relentless commitment to equity and transformation. From his beginnings as a first-generation college student at […]

“The Power of Narrative: Remmington Belford on Equity, Legacy, and Leadership”

September 2, 2025 admin 0

BY Staff Remmington F. Belford, MPS, has built a career at the intersection of public affairs, equity, and storytelling, guided by a vision shaped as much by absence as by opportunity. Raised in Houston in a family rooted in service […]

“The Power of Presence: Kenan Cooper-Gilmore on Advocacy, Art, and Authenticity”

August 27, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Kenan Cooper-Gilmore is a visionary leader whose voice carries the weight of advocacy, artistry, and authenticity. From his Memphis roots to his transformative work in Chicagoland, he has become a beacon for the Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ community—creating […]

GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS WITH THE FLY PROF. African Businesswoman-Public Sector

August 23, 2025 admin 0

By Prof. Earl N. Caldwell II Welcome to Global Conversations With The Fly Prof. In this edition, I am excited to shine a spotlight on the remarkable leadership of two African businesswomen—one serving in the public sector and the other […]

Rebuilding Our Institutions: Why Family Is Still the Most Powerful Business We’ll Ever Own

August 8, 2025 admin 0

By Germar Reed Scroll through social media and you’ll see it everywhere: “Generational wealth.” It’s become the mantra of our time, the rallying cry for a future where Black families finally reclaim what was stolen, denied, or never offered to […]

Darian Crisp – Ceo of DC Creative Agency

June 24, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Darian, you’re juggling college life at Morehouse and running your own creative agency. How did your journey into entrepreneurship begin? My journey into entrepreneurship began from a place of pain, purpose, and ultimately, divine redirection. In May 2023, […]

Statement from U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. Regarding the Trump Administration’s Attempt to Upend the Affirmative Action Program

June 6, 2025 admin 0

By U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. [WASHINGTON, DC ] June 4, 2025 — The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. firmly opposes the Trump Administration’s reported effort to dismantle a cornerstone of economic and educational opportunity in America: the $37 billion affirmative action […]

New Report: HBCUs are Empowering Their Programs and Their Students with New Levels of Technology

June 4, 2025 admin 0

By Hazel Trice Edney Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) produce 20 percent of all of America’s Black college graduates. That includes 80 percent of Black judges; 70 percent of Black doctors; 50 percent of Black teachers; and 25 percent […]

From Section 8 to CEO: How Nubia Younge Built a 7-Figure Travel Empire in Mexico—While Battling Grave’s Disease

May 19, 2025 admin 0

By Heart & Soul Staff The founder of Black in Tulum turned a pandemic beach brunch into a global movement. But behind her success is a story of grit, grace, and a fight for her life. When Nubia Younge got […]

Meet Pamela Minor Expert in Government Contracting

May 13, 2025 admin 0

By Staff “Pam Minor Consults empowers small government contracting businesses to succeed by delivering focused, actionable strategies rooted in my ONE Thing certification. I help clients build competence by mastering essential procurement processes, like SAM registration and FAR compliance. I […]

Business

Marcel Benson, Founder of Benson Watches

May 12, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Marcel Benson, founder of Benson Watches, is a visionary entrepreneur who turned a childhood spark into a powerful movement. At just seven years old, Marcel received his first watch and with it, a life-defining message: you can be anything […]

Meet Professor Earl N. Caldwell, II. Managing Director of TD STEM LLC

May 12, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Earl N. Caldwell, II brings global, national and local experience and perspective via law, education, business, finance, non-profit, marketing and development. Currently, he is the Special Advisor to the Chairman of Gudja & Partners Inc. an international Health […]

Meet Chanel T. Rowe

May 5, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Chanel T. Rowe is an accomplished lawyer, entrepreneur, community leader, and philanthropist. Currently, she serves as Senior Counsel at Johnson & Johnson, where she focuses on litigation policy and litigation risk mitigation. Previously, Ms. Rowe has led legal […]