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.
Black Business Spotlight
This space is dedicated to offer snapshots of Minnesota’s Black-owned businesses.
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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.
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Black Business Spotlight: Storehouse Grocers and Coffee
Storehouse Groceries and Coffee is a worker-owned cooperative providing sustainable groceries and coffee in East St. Paul.
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Black Business Spotlight: United National Weather Team
Alicia Hardimon’s storm-chasing business, the United National Weather Team, provides services across the country.
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Black Business Spotlight: Win at Life Training
Windlan Hall II, founder, owner and head trainer of Win at Life Training, LLC, uses boxing as a holistic force.
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Black Business Spotlight: Minuteman Press
Frank Brown, owner of Minuteman Press, a Black-owned printing franchise, is focusing on diversity in the workforce and offering a livable wage to its employees, while also providing a variety of printing services.
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Black Business Spotlight: Culture Booster
Culture Booster is a fast-rising employee experience software company that helps organizations increase employee engagement and performance management, and has received several awards for its winter release.
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Black Business Spotlight: PAR365
Mercedes and Thomas Jackson, owners of PAR365, an 8,500 square foot indoor golf simulator, have overcome many obstacles
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Black Business Spotlight: The Camden Social
The Camden Social, a North Minneapolis restaurant and bar, has become a popular spot for its comfort food, cocktails, and good vibes, and is being praised for its safe and social atmosphere.
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Black Business Spotlight: Corporate Headquarters
Ashley Hightower and Tasha Nembhard launched Corporate Headquarters as a creative outlet to find their own passion and to protect their hair.
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Black Business Spotlight: Chris Holden Photography
Chris Holden, a professional photographer, started his business in 2016 and offers a variety of services including real estate photography, and portraits.
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Black Business Spotlight: FlowEsScents
FlowEsScents owner, Shontelle Flowers, launched her candle and skincare line in 2016 to help women create self-care experiences.