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Join ForbesBLK NYC and Puppy Sphere on Saturday, March 22nd, for the Puppy Yoga & Networking Fundraiser, part of the GivingBLK initiative. Enjoy an evening of wellness, networking, and puppies, with all proceeds benefiting Every Last One Rescue, dedicated to finding homes for adoptable dogs. The event features a yoga session, insights from ForbesBLK, Puppy Sphere, and the rescue, followed by an intimate networking session with bottomless bubbles. Register today at: https://lnkd.in/gXhGfaTb

After claiming his freedom, Barney Ford made and lost millions, and was a tireless champion for abolition and civil rights.

Katherine Dunham drew from African and Caribbean traditions to revolutionize dance and create opportunities for Black dancers.

Predominantly Black Institutions serve as critical lifelines for many students who might otherwise face barriers to attending college. These colleges and universities, which have at least 40% Black students (and 50% low-income students), play a vital role in advancing educational equity by offering culturally responsive teaching, fostering community engagement, and promoting upward mobility for Black, low-income students, and many other students.

I’m proud to be joining the new National Advisory Council @ForbesBLK – a global community of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, leaders, and creators who are driving systemic change in business, culture, and society. ForbesBLK focuses on best-in-class editorial content and community experiences that advance representation and inclusion. This comes at an exciting time as Forbes expands its commitment to the Black community with the launch of ForbesBLK+, a membership for top-tier content, networking, and VIP experiences. I’m excited to partner with the community to ensure our voices continue to be heard. #ForbesBLK Learn more: www.forbes.com/forbesblk/

We’re proud to share that our Founder, John Hope Bryant has joined ForbesBLK’s National Advisory Council, championing the voices of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, leaders, and creators.? ? This exciting milestone comes as Forbes expands its commitment to the Black community with the launch of ForbesBLK+—a membership offering top-tier content, networking opportunities, and VIP experiences.? ? We look forward to the meaningful impact this collaboration will bring to the mission of financial empowerment. Visit https://lnkd.in/edysWWB2 to learn more! #OperationHOPE #ForbesBLK

Join us in welcoming #ForbesBLK National Advisory Council Member, John Hope Bryant, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Operation Hope. John will serve as strategic thought partners for our community and help to identify and prioritize key issues affecting the development of national ForbesBLK initiatives. This comes at an exciting time as Forbes expands its commitment to the Black community with the launch of ForbesBLK+, a membership for top-tier content, networking, and VIP experiences. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqUvz_7S

“Most Black banks are still surviving today,” Alden McDonald tells me. Thing is, few have thrived like Liberty Bank & Trust Co in New Orleans. For the last few weeks, I had to lay low and really dive into this one. Today, there are 23 Black banks with $9 billion in assets according to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) … That’s up from $5 billion over two decades ago. Taking you inside the largest Black-owned in Liberty Bank. “We have more networking and more contacts for more things than any other type of industry,” Alden says. “When you need something, you pick up the phone. If we don’t know, we know somebody else who will know.” My new article: https://lnkd.in/efMqs4Mf ForbesBLK

Join us in welcoming #ForbesBLK National Advisory Council Member, Sondra Sutton Phung, General Manager, Global Truck of Ford Motor Company. She will serve as strategic thought partners for our community and help to identify and prioritize key issues affecting the development of national ForbesBLK initiatives. This comes at an exciting time as Forbes expands its commitment to the Black community with the launch of ForbesBLK+, a membership for top-tier content, networking, and VIP experiences. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/graBhupA