“A moment in history that was pivotal for black entrepreneurs? Now. There’s never been an easier time for you to start a business. The internet is the great equalizer.”
Kimberly Lewis
Cofounder, CurlMix
“The most liberating and powerful realization I’ve had is that trying new things is never a losing situation. Even if you fail at what you tried to accomplish, you learn so much.”
Annette Grotheer
Founder, The Shop Docs
“Historically, we've seen black entrepreneurship thrive with community participation, like the Harlem Renaissance or Black Wall Street in Tulsa. It takes different forms as new generations leverage their skillset to make a living.”
Wemimo Abbey
Cofounder, Esusu Financial
“The Black Lives Matter movement has catapulted black entrepreneurship. We now understand the importance of figuring out ways to support each other and create.”
Nicole Tinson
Founder, HBCU 20x20
“I formed my company after seeing people who look like me being wounded in the streets. I wanted to create a safe space for us to be able to have difficult conversations that most people don’t want to have but that need to be had.”
Kiara Butler
Founder, Diversity Talks
“A pivotal moment in history was the recent data showing that black women are creating more businesses than anyone. They're literally building the next wave of entrepreneurship in America.”
Jasmine Shells
Cofounder, Five to Nine
