Game Time Sports Bar & Arcade, owned by five lifelong friends, is set to open at Midtown Global Market on Super Bowl weekend, offering a vibrant space for sports enthusiasts and families alike to watch games, enjoy delicious food, and have fun.
Black Business Spotlight
This space is dedicated to offer snapshots of Minnesota’s Black-owned businesses.
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Poptastic Planners
Temeal Armstrong founded Poptastic Planners, a company that offers fun and functional planners and journals for children to stay organized and creative, with a goal of helping children with special needs express themselves creatively.
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Cultural education and access through fashion and design
Satiya Amporful, founder of Uniquely Global, has turned her childhood memories and global experiences into a brand that celebrates artistry and heritage from around the world, fostering cultural appreciation and connection.
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This coffee shop has found the perfect corner
Owner C. Terrence Anderson aims to offer locals exceptional coffee that reflects the cultural richness of the communities from which the coffee was sourced, with a focus on fair labor practices and partnerships with organizations that share his commitment to community and sustainability.
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WE WIN Institute
Titilayo Bediako’s WE WIN Institute has been a cornerstone of educational empowerment for Black children in North Minneapolis for nearly three decades, and is now expanding its impact with a new 12,000-square-foot building and programs focused on literacy development, mentorship, and community engagement.
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SunBean Coffee is a bright addition to South Minneapolis
SunBean Coffee, a newly established café in South Minneapolis, is owned by Fred and Annie DuBose and aims to create a space for community and well-being, offering a range of drinks and baked goods, as well as job opportunities for young people from BIPOC communities.
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Black Business Spotlight: Selam RestaurantÂ
Selam Restaurant, a family-owned and operated Ethiopian restaurant in South Minneapolis, offers an immersive experience into the rich cultural tapestry of Ethiopia, with a menu of traditional dishes, exquisite murals, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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Black Business Spotlight: MetroNOME Brewery
MetroNOME Brewery, co-founded by Bill Eddins, is a craft beer business that supports local music education programs through the MetroNOME Foundation, providing instruments, lessons, and mentorship to underprivileged youth in the Twin Cities.
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Black Business Spotlight: Element Gym
Element Gym, founded by Dalton Outlaw in 2011, is a multifaceted fitness center that offers a range of programs for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and is committed to promoting health equity and providing scholarships for individuals who cannot afford the membership cost.
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Black Business Spotlight: Agape Oasis
Agape Oasis is a nonprofit organization that provides unconditional love and support to families affected by domestic violence, offering a range of services including child care, youth empowerment, community engagement, crisis support, and healing.
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Black Business Spotlight: Mullur’e Cosmetics
Monique Green, founder of Mullur’e Cosmetics, has created a beauty brand that celebrates inclusivity and empowerment, donating a portion of the proceeds from her makeup line to ovarian cancer research in honor of her mother.
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Black Business Spotlight: Mosaic on a Stick
Lori Greene’s Mosaic on a Stick studio offers a safe space for people to make art, explore themes of pain, healing and hope, and foster community healing, while her public works reflect her connection to her African and Native American heritage and her belief in art as a powerful tool for recovery.
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Black Business Spotlight: Focused Clothing
Lakeadra Aaron’s Focused Clothing brand has transformed from a car trunk business to a prominent Black-owned store in the Mall of America, thanks to her dedication to craft, community, and pursuing a meaningful legacy in the fashion industry.
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Black Business Spotlight: Chef Ed Porter
Chef Ed Porter is a visionary who combines his love for music and food to create immersive, multisensory experiences.
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Black Business Spotlight: Aesthetic Repository
Lunette Castillo, an independent family nurse practitioner and mother of three, opened Aesthetic Repository, a MedSpa/Wellness Center, in 2023.
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Black Business Spotlight: The Black Market
The Black Market, a marketplace founded by DeSeandra Sheppheard, aims to close the wealth gap in Minnesota.
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Black Business Spotlight: Arise Medical and Wellness
Dr. Nana Wilmot-DeSouza is the owner of Arise Medical and Wellness, a practice specializing in primary care and immigration health services.
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Black Business Spotlight: J’s Promotions
Jamie Ross’s J’s Promotions specializes in event planning, hosting parties and events for special occasions, including weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
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Black Business Spotlight: ARA Wealth Strategies
Ryan Brown, ARA Wealth Management, is a wealth management advisor firm that helps individuals and families achieve their financial goals through tailored financial services.
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Black Business Spotlight: Pink Pearl Bliss
Pink Pearl Bliss is a pioneering vaginal relief company founded by Lynn Holman, offering a range of unique services such as yoni steaming.