Black small business economic impact is being felt across Minnesota as immigration enforcement drives customers and workers into hiding.
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Attendees find solidarity, solace at Black History Market
A Black History Month market at Arbeiter Brewing created space for community reflection, support of Black-owned businesses, and collective care.
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Black Business Owners: Tips for Accessing Capital
Black-owned businesses are growing nationwide, but access to capital remains a major obstacle. Here’s why the credit gap persists and how Black entrepreneurs can navigate funding options.
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How Black Families Can Give Back to the Community While Building Wealth
Black philanthropy extends beyond donations. Through mentorship, charitable giving, and supporting Black owned businesses, families can build community wealth and create lasting impact for future generations.
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Nationwide Economic Boycott Calls for ‘Blackout the System’ During Holiday Shopping Week
A growing grassroots movement is urging Americans to pause their spending and labor during one of the nation’s busiest shopping weeks. The campaign, known as “Blackout the System,” has announced a week-long economic boycott from November 25 to December 2, coinciding with the Thanksgiving retail surge that includes Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Organizers describe […]
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6th Annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair returns to uplift community and celebrate Black excellence
The Black Entrepreneur State Fair, founded in the wake of the George Floyd uprising, returns to Lake Street Aug. 10–16 for a week of culture, commerce, and connection.
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Minnesota’s Black Business Week blooms at 38th and Chicago
Minneapolis Black Business Week kicked off at the historic 38th and Chicago intersection, now a vibrant hub of Black entrepreneurship. With five new businesses since 2020 and a powerful panel of local leaders, the week highlights a growing movement rooted in legacy, ownership, and transformation.
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A revitalized Golden Thyme returns
Golden Thyme is back with a new restaurant and bar, led by Rondo Community Land Trust. It’s more than a revival — it’s a reclaiming of community space and cultural legacy.
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The Kitchen by Baked Brand
South Minneapolis entrepreneur Destinee Shelby built Baked Brand from scratch — growing a bakery into a soul food restaurant and launching the Black Entrepreneur State Fair.
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Expressions of Blackness: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Creativity
The cities of Hopkins and Minnetonka will celebrate Black excellence on February 20 with an evening of art, music, entrepreneurship, and resilience at the Hopkins Center for the Arts.
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MN Spokesman-Recorder Launches Black Business Directory to Support and Elevate Black-Owned Businesses
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Black Business Directory is a new platform designed to highlight and promote Black-owned businesses in Minnesota, providing tools for businesses to increase visibility and attract more customers.
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Celebrating Black History Month in the Twin Cities: A vibrant array of events
Celebrate Black History Month in the Twin Cities with various events throughout the month, including book launches, musical performances, and cultural celebrations.
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Jambo Africa’s Expansion: A New Destination for Cultural Heritage and Growth
Jambo Africa restaurant in Brooklyn Center is set to expand into a larger, more dynamic space, marking a milestone in its 13-year journey of serving authentic African cuisine to the community, and the city plans to sell the land to the restaurant’s owners for $500,000.
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5th Annual Black State Fair returns to showcase Black entrepreneurship
The annual Black State Fair in Minneapolis is celebrating five years of highlighting Black entrepreneurship, featuring over 50 Black-owned businesses.
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Black History Month events in the Twin Cities: Feb. 10-17
Black History Month offers a variety of events to explore and celebrate Black history in the Twin Cities, including Maker Markets, STEM Saturdays, R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Makers Markets, the Sound of Gospel and more.
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Will Black businesses save downtown Minneapolis?
Minneapolis Downtown Council’s Chameleon Shoppes program helps BIPOC- and women-owned businesses fill vacant retail spaces.
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Voters agree to higher taxes
Minnesota voters approve tax hikes for infrastructure improvements, but some Black-owned businesses fear a loss of customers.
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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.
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Black Business Spotlight: Heritage Tea House & Café
Run by Raeisha Williams, the tea house first opened its doors in December 2017, although it’s been a dream of hers for quite a while.
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Business Spotlight: Nature’s Syrup Skin & Hair Care
Like many entrepreneurs, De’Vonna Pittman is a Jill of many trades. Her endeavors include launching the organic hair and skin line, Nature’s Syrup Skin & Hair Care.