Natalia Davis, owner of Hotworx Union Park in St. Paul, has merged her passion for community health, family values, and generational entrepreneurship into a project that has already impacted lives, including reducing inflammation and improving mobility for people with multiple sclerosis.
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House of KLynn
Katherine Rogers, founder of House of KLynn, is a couture fashion designer who has spent over 37 years in the industry, creating timeless, well-crafted attire for clients and A-listers alike, and is now sharing her journey and expertise with the world.
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Local fashion icon has global mindset
Richard Moody is a globally connected show producer, model, and community advocate known for his commitment to creating space for Black artists, youth, and creatives to shape their own path in the fashion industry.
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Taylor’d Cosmetology School
Taylor’d Cosmetology School, Inc. was founded in 2023 to provide beauty education tailored to Black hair, skin and nails, with plans to expand to nail and hair programs in the future.
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JunkNMyTrunk Junk Removal
Brayshaun Gibson, the owner of JunkNMyTrunk Junk Removal, has grown his business from a solo hustle to a structured operation, offering junk removal, demolition, and eventually waste management, while also creating job opportunities for others.
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A new era for women’s sports bars: From six to two dozen in one year
In 2025, nearly two dozen women’s sports bars are expected to open across the US, reflecting a cultural shift in support for women’s sports and creating inclusive environments that amplify the talent and stories of women athletes.
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Papa Johns and Google Cloud partner to transform pizza experience with AI
Papa Johns is partnering with Google Cloud to use AI to enhance the customer experience, with plans to personalize offers, streamline delivery, and enhance customer service through AI-powered experiences.
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Daiso to open new store in Crystal, Minnesota on April 12
Daiso is opening a new store in Crystal Town Center on April 12, 2025, offering a wide range of products at affordable prices, and will be hosting a grand opening celebration with a special promotion.
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Uniquely Global’s new vendor market launches at Gaviidae Common in downtown Minneapolis
Uniquely Global is launching a weekly vendor market at Gaviidae Common in downtown Minneapolis, providing a platform for small businesses, creatives, and performers to showcase their work in a professional setting.
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The Wellness Paradigm
Kinshasha Kambui founded Wellness Paradigm, a sanctuary for Black people to experience holistic wellness free from judgment or exclusion, after experiencing personal trauma and discovering ancestral wisdom in her healing journey.
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YouthFarm Bids Farewell After 30 Years of Empowering Urban Communities
YouthFarm has made the difficult decision to dissolve after three decades of transformative work in urban agriculture, citing ongoing financial challenges that have become insurmountable.
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Nature’s Syrup Beauty
Nature’s Syrup Beauty founder DeVonna Pittman has built a legacy brand by creating products that moisturize natural hair, while also sharing her journey and entrepreneurial advice through her books and lounge.
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Black Business Enterprises
Nancy Korsah, founder and CEO of Black Business Enterprises, has empowered Black entrepreneurs by creating a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting and uplifting Black-owned businesses, and has now expanded to include a brick and mortar location in downtown Minneapolis.
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Urban agriculture and the fight for food justice
Black women have long been at the forefront of agriculture, using food as a tool to promote health, wealth, and social change, and are now leading the way in urban farming movements to reclaim land, food, and power for their community.
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Route1
Route1, a social enterprise fiscally sponsored by the Social Good Fund, is a Minnesota-based organization that supports emerging farmers of color and promotes health equity by providing fresh produce to marginalized communities.
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Carol’s Daughter returns to founder Lisa Price after L’Oréal USA divestment
Lisa Price, founder of Carol’s Daughter, has regained ownership of the brand from L’Oréal USA and will assume the role of president and take an equity stake in the newly established business partnership.
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Beyoncé’s Cécred Haircare Line Makes Its Big Retail Debut at Ulta Beauty
Beyoncé’s haircare line, Céred, is celebrating its first anniversary and retail partnership with Ulta Beauty, marking a monumental moment for the brand and a groundbreaking retail expansion.
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Alicia Keys Immortalized in Barbie’s ‘Women in Music’ Collection
Alicia Keys and her longtime collaborator Ann Mincieli have been honored in Mattel’s 2025 “Career of the Year: Women in Music” collection, a limited-edition tribute to trailblazing women in the music industry.
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New Herbal Shop in North Minneapolis Aims to Heal and Empower Community
Natural Me Apothecary, a new Black woman-owned apothecary in North Minneapolis, is offering over 300 herbs, herbal remedies, and fresh juices to the community in an effort to improve access to holistic healing.
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Uniting the diaspora through music and culture
Samambo World is a cultural movement that unites the African diaspora through music and community, providing opportunities for artists and creatives to showcase their talents and collaborate with like-minded individuals.