Sister Spokesman celebrated Black excellence on Nov. 1 with the 2025 Best of Black Businesses Awards. Honorees in five categories were recognized for their creativity, community impact, and leadership. From food and beauty to wellness and professional services, winners and nominees shared stories of purpose and progress that highlight the strength of Minnesota’s Black business community.
Black Business Enterprises
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Strength & Strategy Lab Helps Black Entrepreneurs Shift from Grind to Growth
The Strength & Strategy Lab on Sept. 18 at Black Business Enterprises offers coaching, strategy, and networking to help entrepreneurs grow with clarity and confidence.
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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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Black Speakers Bureau soft launch to amplify Black voices
The Black Speakers Bureau is launching a platform to connect dynamic Black speakers with audiences eager to hear their expertise on topics such as business, education, leadership, activism, and culture.
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From vacant to vibrant
The City of Minneapolis Department of Arts & Cultural Affairs has launched a Vibrant Storefronts initiative to revitalize the Harmon Place Historic District by subsidizing rent in previously vacant storefronts, providing affordable rent for art groups and stable tenants for landlords.
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Upcoming Black Business Ball gives Black-owned businesses a night to shine
The black-tie gala will uplift Black entrepreneurs, recognizing and presenting awards to business owners who are making a difference and making names for themselves.