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‘Founder of Apple’ – The One-Line Bio of Steve Jobs

I started working on this blog post a week before the death of Steve Jobs; I have recently been obsessed with the meaning of a Bio. We live in an era of globally famous celebrities that have no real talent … Continue reading

Will Black Entrepreneurs Be Apart of the Detroit Startup Renaissance?

I read an interesting article in TechCrunch last week about the Detroit Startup Renaissance  and being a Detroiter it was exciting seeing my city mentioned. After reading the article I left feeling more challenged then excited. I was left with an … Continue reading

Announcing Brand Camp Boston’s 9-Powerpacked Workshop Sessions

Today Brand Camp Boston – Personal Branding 2.0 Conference on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 is announcing their workshop sessions.  There are nine power packed 35-minute sessions that include the following topics:  personal branding, corporate branding, legal, social media, marketing, entrepreneurship … Continue reading

6-Steps on How to Interrupt @DwyaneWade & Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) Dinner w/ Style!

I attended the Phoenix Dinner at the 41st  Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Phoenix Award Dinner in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, September 24, 2011 and had the pleasure of meeting Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union.  Based upon my experience, I … Continue reading

I am Excited about Speaking at the Congressional Black Caucus in DC. #41stALC

The economy and digital technology is at the top of the agenda at the41st Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference (Sept. 21-24). With the growth of small businesses and the impact of social media, entrepreneurs look to fuel the economy. … Continue reading

Can you Mix Business and Faith? cc: @jbskc

Is your ‘Business In Demand? Can you mix Business and Faith? Are you looking for answers to these questions? If so and you are in the Kansas City, MO area checkout the 2011 Economic Empowerment Summit at Harvest International Church … Continue reading

Brand Camp University Heads to Boston on 10/04 – Personal Branding, Biz, Law + Startups

I am excited to be working with Peter Shankman to produce Brand Camp Boston. Today we are announcing Brand Camp University next Brand Camp will take place in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 4, 2011, and feature top speakers from around … Continue reading

6-Important Mobile Apps for College Student

Smartphone’s are changing the way college students order textbooks, purchase gas and experience the world. In a technology-driven society, these devices can be educational and lifestyle tools that use and share data in very cool ways. Mobile apps can help … Continue reading

CNN’s Black In America 4 Trailer: Journey of a Start-Up, NewMe in Silicon Valley

The CNN Black In America 4 trailer: Journey of a Start-Up is now online! Follow Soledad O’Brien’s documentary of 8-entrepreneurs in the NewMe Accelerator as they pursue their startup dreams in Silicon Valley which airs on CNN 11/13/11. .social-icon{ display:inline-block; … Continue reading

Social Media Etiquette for Job-Seeking College Students

College seniors, let’s talk social media etiquette 101. You’ve worked hard to position yourself for a great position with the company of your dreams. You’ve gotten good grades, you have great internship experience and you’ve demonstrated great leadership on campus. … Continue reading