Networking for African Americans in Austin
byTo grow a successful career or business, you need a good network. These four tips can help African Americans in the Greater Austin Metropolitan Area build that network.
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Community Side-Eyes Promises for Mt. Carmel Improvements
byOn the surface, what appears to be happening in East Austin…excuse me, the East End, looks like what is happening in cities across the United States. However, some things are brewing in the Capital City that other cities may want to take notice of.
Disaster Relief Resources from the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department
byThe City of Austin Economic Development Department supports entrepreneurs during the pandemic by providing information, tools, and resources virtually. Visit www.ATXRecovers.com, a one-stop resource to help…
Killer Mike and Andrew Young: The New Faces of Black Banking
byAtlanta rapper and activist Michael Render (or as many become acquainted with his rap moniker, Killer Mike) along with Civil Rights icon Ambassador Andrew Young, are working to become the face of Black and Brown banking in the US.
City of Austin’s Economic Development Department Classes and One-on-One Coaching for Entrepreneurs
byDid you know that the City of Austin Economic Development Department’s Small Business Division provides business training, educational events, and coaching to empower entrepreneurs? Whether you…
Best in the Citi: Terry P. Mitchell
bySerial entrepreneur Terry Pierre Mitchell has made her mark on Austin’s social and business scenes. Now, she’s working to build a better city to raise her daughter.
Best in the Citi: Edward Madongorere
byEdward Madongorere is hoping to push inclusion through content creation — and make the world a better place for Black kids with autism along the way.
Best in the Citi: Jerold McDonald
byJerold McDonald left hospitals because he thought he could shake up the industry better from the outside. Today, he’s using his superpowers to be a voice for the voiceless.
Best in the Citi: Jonathan ‘Chaka’ Mahone
byJonathan ‘Chaka’ Mahone knows what it’s like to be a struggling artist. Now, he’s working to support other artists of color in the city.
Best in the Citi: Gregory Gibson, Jr
byGregory Gibson Jr.’s alma mater sparked his love for Minority Serving Institutions. His desire to find new and creative ways to serve Black people led him to HBCUs.
AALI: The Perfect Prescription for Austin’s Inclusion Problem
byWhat if there was a hub in Austin that attracted and cultivated established and developing Black talent in every area of civic life? What…
Love Lifted Me: How One Pflugerville Entreprenuer Was Saved by His Wife
byLove has the power to bring people together. The power to evoke change and make our lives better. In the case of Tyrone and Shakana Howard, it did just that.