Around 100 people showed up at the event to honor pillars of the local hip hop community.

We think our business impacts the community by providing them with the connection to the culture that they're looking for...

' For all those who are looking to start their own business or to dive into their dream—just keep going.'

Syndicate Music Group is a business built on beats and songs.

'It can't just be about money. You have to be doing something that you're passionate about.'

I've turned down a number of opportunities that I didn't feel were in the best interests of the community or...

'To me success is when I can generate enough revenue from my art to start programs and help people.'

'One of the goals of Renaissance is to grow, so that we can create employment opportunities for young brothers and...

'If we are servicing our clients to the greatest satisfaction, then the bottom line will follow.'

Sometimes you can impact a person's life in five minutes by honoring them.

'You might have 100 doors slammed in your face, but one will give you a little sliver of a green...

'We're Black-owned so we're helping address those healthcare disparities because representation matters—a lot.'

'We do more than just sell books. We help create spaces where people can come together.'

'The most rewarding part has been seeing people's health improve and seeing people start to feel better and look better.'

'I felt like there was a need in our community for plus-size clothing that’s more urban, more fashionable.'

'Even if I never got paid to design cakes, the fact that I'm creating a cake is enough of a...

'Starting my business was a natural extension of my lifelong passion for architecture.'

'I’m establishing and creating generational wealth when I teach young people some culinary skills, how to work, and some life...

I feel that there’s a huge impact because it's not just a business, it's multiple businesses.

'There's a sense of pride that comes with being able to successfully run a small business and being able to...