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TEDCO EXPO 2025: Maryland’s Innovation Engine Drives Global Partnerships & Local Growth

On October 21, 2025, over 1,000 entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and ecosystem supporters convened at The Hotel at the University of Maryland for the highly anticipated TEDCO EXPO 2025—the 11th annual gathering of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The event, widely recognized as the state’s flagship platform for innovation-driven companies, delivered a…

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Ami Colé’s Diarrha N’Diaye Named EVP of Beauty and Fragrance at Skims

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After closing her acclaimed Ami Colé beauty brand in September 2025, Diarrha N'Diaye has been appointed as Executive Vice President of Beauty and Fragrance at Skims, leading the brand's expansion into the beauty market. The hire signals a major strategic push by Kim Kardashian's shapewear empire into cosmetics and fragrance.…

TEDCO EXPO 2025: Maryland’s Innovation Engine Drives Global Partnerships & Local Growth

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On October 21, 2025, over 1,000 entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and ecosystem supporters convened at The Hotel at the University of Maryland for the highly anticipated TEDCO EXPO 2025—the 11th annual gathering of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The event, widely recognized as the state’s flagship platform for innovation-driven companies, delivered a vibrant showcase of Maryland’s entrepreneurial spirit, technological advancements, and expanding international reach. This year’s Expo featured more than 100 exhibitors representing tech, life science, and emerging industries; keynote addresses from Governor Wes Moore and TEDCO CEO Troy LeMaile-Stovall; and four significant global partnership announcements with Jordan, Taiwan, and…

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15 Father’s Day Gifts from Businesses in the African Diaspora

With Father’s Day coming up this Sunday, consider choosing a gift from one of these 15 black-owned businesses.  Gifts range from Luther Vandross vinyls to traditional Sudanese shoes.  Make Father’s Day special with a culturally significant gift.  The Mustard Puzzle shows a beautiful photo of a vintage car, once it is put…

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TANTV Partners Fintech Orokii to Bring Innovative Domestic & Cross Border Payments to Multicultural Diaspora Audience

TANTV, a leading multimedia news and advertising company catering to the African diaspora, announces its strategic partnership with Orokii, a cutting-edge fintech app revolutionizing domestic and cross-border payments and money transfers. The collaboration aims to leverage TANTV's extensive industry expertise and innovative marketing strategies to expand Orokii's reach and attract…

Art You Can’t Ignore: Dr. Yeung’s Eco-Exhibitions Are a Canvas for Change

Dr. Shirley Yeung M.C.’s eco-art exhibitions at SYART Gallery in 2023 and 2024 have made a significant impact on both environmental awareness and the local community. Her vivid paintings depicting nature’s beauty and fragility have resonated deeply with viewers, inspiring them to adopt more sustainable practices. The exhibitions have successfully…

U.S. Appeals Court Temporarily Halts Exclusive Grants for Black Women Entrepreneurs

On Saturday, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals granted a conservative group's request to temporarily block a Black-owned venture capitalist firm from awarding grants exclusively to Black women entrepreneurs. In a tight 2-1 decision, judges approved the motion for an injunction stating that Fearless Funds' practices are "racially discriminatory." This…

Channeling Pain to Gain: The Story of Reesa Teesa

Tareasa “Reesa Teesa” Johnson’s journey from heartbreak to empowerment has captivated millions on TikTok, transforming her into an internet sensation virtually overnight. Through her candid and courageous storytelling, Johnson has emerged as a beacon of resilience and inspiration for those navigating tumultuous relationships. Johnson’s viral TikTok series, titled “Who TF Did…