Sweet treats on the go: Sanford woman starts Italian ice truck Wantina Dawson says as businesses across the country were shutting down during the pandemic, she wanted to bring something happy back to Sanford.
Here’s how Madam C.J. Walker paved the way for Black businessesMadam C.J. Walker is considered by the Guinness Book of World Records to be the first American woman to make a million dollars from her own in business
Owner of Orlando area’s only Black-owned dog groomer starts assistance fund for low-income pet ownersLashonda Geffrard says she runs the Orlando area’s first Black-owned pet grooming salon.
Mother, Son duo open Cajun bistro in MelbourneThe menu at Lizette's Cajun Bistro, which opened last week in Melbourne, has dishes to satisfy Louisianaphiles.
Central Florida day care owners go beyond job description to help childrenA Lake County family is getting results and inspiring others to dream big, while also helping people find ways to better address their feelings and their mental health.
Here’s how one Central Florida organization is helping students find their voiceA local organization is helping students find their voice.
Volusia County weapons range owner hopes to make a difference in Black community while teaching safety classesChris Louissaint owns and operates FTAC Security Solutions and Training which opened in 2019.
‘So much better than a treadmill:’ Black-owned fitness studio empowers women with pole dancing, workoutsFoxy Fitness Studio and Pole in Orlando was created eight years ago, but for owner Temika Kindred, the fitness business started long before that in her mind.
Black-owned nail salon partnering with Walmart set to open in OrlandoThis will be the first Black-owned nail salon inside a Walmart
‘A leap of faith:’ Apopka coffee shop opens during pandemic serving up family recipesThe owner of Birchwood Coffee Co. hopes to leave a legacy for her family.
Black-owned restaurant still going strong after feeding NBA players in bubble last seasonA Central Florida restaurant is thriving.
Florida Foodie: Frank Bailey of Grow Orlando teaches kids skills to fight ‘food apartheid’ in Central FloridaFrank Bailey began his professional career as a teacher but says he’s spent most of his life working in farming and landscaping.
Former MLB player turned successful businessman invests millions in Central Florida youthDorian Boyland is a former Major League ballplayer, the owner of top-selling car dealerships across the country and a philanthropist.
Black Business Spotlight 2021It’s a time to recognize and support Black-owned businesses across the country.
Cpl. Bryant bridges gap between law enforcement, community as youth football coachCorporal Steven Bryant’s dedication to his community leaves him with little free time, but he wouldn’t have it any other way.
Florida Foodie: Black Bee Honey provides business experience for Orlando teensThe city of Orlando started its Kidz Zone service in the Parramore neighborhood with the intent of improving the well-being of the children who live in that area.
Florida Foodie: Desiree Noisette sells audacity in a bottleDesiree Noisette, the owner of Mermosa, is the first, Black, female vintner in Florida.
Florida Foodie: Chicken Fire outgrows food cart, opens brick-and-mortar restaurantChicken Fire serves up “soulful hot chicken.”
‘Great things come in pairs;’ Twin brothers use sock business to help community during pandemicTwo twin brothers are making a difference in their community one sock, at a time.
