NBCUniversal News Group launched NBCU Academy, a new, innovative, multiplatform journalism training and development program for four-year university and community college students through education, on-campus training and online programming. The initiative includes a curated onsite curriculu…

This month’s Auntie Karen Foundation’s "Think Big Know Bigger" Success Story features 15-year-old Kenneth "KJ" Hart II, a children's book author.

In addition to being a critical driver of growth in the economy overall, entrepreneurship is one of the many ways that individuals can build wealth in America. But as 2020 has illustrated, opportunities to participate and succeed in the entrepreneurial economy are not equally distributed by …

Earlier today, the Atlanta Hawks announced that it has agreed to refinance the construction loan for the Emory Sports Medicine Complex with a syndicate of Black-owned banks. The $35 million loan marks the first time a professional sports franchise has had a significant loan underwritten excl…

Duke Energy announced that it has deposited $5 million into Optus Bank, a Black-owned bank based in South Carolina, furthering the company’s support for diverse and minority-owned businesses, individuals and low-income communities. The transaction was completed at the end of 2020.

It is often said that most businesses fail within five years. For a business to survive for over 40 years, it has to be doing something right.

The search by the Cecil Williams South Carolina Civil Rights Museum has archived another rare historical gem. J.A. DeLaine, Jr., now living in Charlotte, NC, recently donated an original letter written by his father, Rev. J.A. DeLaine, — civil rights pioneer, from Clarendon County, South Carolina.

Columbia’s newest and fastest growing family dental practice, Ivy Creek Family Dentistry, is now accepting patients at its new location, 9007 Two Notch Rd, Ste 2B.

People start businesses for a variety of reasons. For some, it is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. For others, it is to replace lost income. For Gwen Richardson, founder of All Exquisite Events, it was almost a form of therapy. Making baked goods and treats was something that brought bac…

An infectious smile and a voice made for the stage are the words I use to best describe Courtland Thomas. Courtland is the owner of CourtConnects Lighting & Sound Solutions, an events company specializing in concessions, decor, sound, and lighting. The company has an expansive inventory …

In Western culture, the Chinese word for "crisis" is said to be composed of two Chinese characters signifying "danger" and "opportunity". That word is especially applicable to the Coronavirus pandemic. While the pandemic has devastated a lot of businesses, it has created opportunities for fo…

It’s time to enter to win rent or mortgage for a year — a $15,000 prize. The Carolina Panorama Newspaper has partnered with media outlets nationwide to offer its readers. All you have to do is complete an online entry form. That’s it!

Proverbs 22:6 says “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” That verse describes the life of local attorney Mark C. McLawhorn. He was led to enter the legal profession

Proverbs 22:6 says “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

A hustler is defined as someone who will overcome any obstacle to accomplish a goal. Ariel Johnson, owner of hair care product company JusRel Organics, says that she was raised to be a hustler.

As Richland Library continues our work to identify growing needs among entrepreneurs and support small business in our community, we're now accepting applications for our next entrepreneur-in-residence.

Dr. Santana Jones is a native of South Carolina with enormous passion for dentistry and children. Her passion for dentistry began with her position as a Navy Dental Technician. She has since worked her way through the industry and has taken on the title as the founder of Irmo Kids Dental, wh…

The South Carolina Department of Education and statewide partners have unveiled the 2021 South Carolina African American History Calendar.

Dominion Energy is still a relatively new company here in South Carolina, though they now operate a long-standing corporate citizen, South Carolina Electric & Gas Company. Shortly after Dominion merged with the then SCANA Corporation, they adopted the tag line “actions speak louder,” a w…

With the announcement of Kamala Harris as Vice-President-elect of The United States of America, young black girls around the country started to see someone who looked like them in power positions. This empowerment was always a part of the story of The Rosado Sisters (Sybil and Phoebe). As th…

Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes, co-owner of Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast in Orangeburg, has been named the South Carolina Rural Business Person of the Year by the United States Small Business Administration.

A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen, located in downtown Columbia, has been named one of America’s Favorite Black-owned Restaurants by Discover Card. As a result of this honor, owner Folami Geter was awarded $25,000 in the @Discover #EatItForward Sweepstakes.

This Auntie Karen “Think Big Know Bigger” Success Story features visual artist, Sheneka Jackson-Kinsey.

Picture this ideal family scenario where a child follows in their parent’s footsteps, takes over a family business, and continues their parent’s legacy. With Dr. Kendall Miller and Dr. Willie Miller, this ideal scenario has happened in real life. Dr. Kendall Miller, son of Dr. Willie Miller,…

The myth says, a rose that grows from concrete is admired, not because of its beauty, but because of the incredible odds it overcame in order to blossom.

The key to surviving in business is learning how to adapt to challenging situations. Thomas K. Anderson, owner of Potter’s Computer Systems, is a survivor.

Confidence by GaBBY Goodwin has been selected for Qurate Retail Group’s Small Business Spotlight, a collaboration with the NRF Foundation to help small businesses navigate today’s challenging retail environment. This phase of the program is highlighting 20 Black-owned businesses as part of Q…

Black Connect announced nine finalists who will present their start-up business ideas in Black Connect’s national pitch competition, FeverPitch.

Sheldon Ferguson is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, international recording artist and multi-platinum selling producer. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, Sheldon currently calls Atlanta, Georgia home. His music has sold in over 70 countries and made it into the Top 10 on the Smooth Jaz…

COLUMBIA, SC (September 15, 2020) — DESA, Inc. is pleased to announce that Diane E. Sumpter, its President and CEO, has been awarded the Abe Venable Legacy Award for Lifetime Achievement by the US Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA).

A famous businessman once said, "The purpose of a business is to create a customer who creates customers." Providing great customer services is the best way to build a business that lasts.

The national network of MBDA Business and Specialty Centers partner to launch inaugural awareness campaign to promote minority business enterprises