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How Orleatha Is Redefining Wellness With Sip Herbals—Without Chasing Store Shelves
Orleatha Smith likes to call it the 25,000-foot view. Sip Herbals  began at the height of the pandemic, but the seeds had been planted...
Frantzces Lys
6 days ago15 min read
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How Corie Turned Grief Into a Wellness Movement—One Spice Blend at a Time
For Corie Amos, the inspiration behind The Spice Theory  came from a blend of personal experience, cultural pride, and a deep desire to...
Frantzces Lys
Jun 211 min read
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7 Mompreneurs on How They’re Building Businesses and Raising Legacies
Motherhood and entrepreneurship each require vision , grit, and heart but when combined, they create a powerful kind of legacy. This...
Frantzces Lys
May 1111 min read
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Founder’s Win: Nicobi Foods Secures Shelf Space in Walmart
We love to see our alumni shine. This one is a flavor-packed win. Black Girl Ventures alum Obi Linton, Co-Founder and CEO of Nicobi...
Frantzces Lys
May 81 min read
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It Started With My Scalp: How Britney Turned a Personal Struggle into CurlCaps Viral Success
Britney Crowell never set out to start a business—she was just trying to feel like herself again. The idea for CurlCaps , her now-viral...
Frantzces Lys
Mar 2622 min read
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Want to Uplift Black Women This Black History Month? Discover These 25 Must-Know Brands
Black women have been at the forefront of innovation, culture, and entrepreneurship, yet they continue to face systemic barriers,...
Frantzces Lys
Feb 1112 min read
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Alive in Austin: A Celebration of Women Entrepreneurs and Community Power
When visionary women gather, extraordinary things happen . This November, Black Girl Ventures brought this truth to life with Alive in...
Frantzces Lys
Dec 23, 20242 min read
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The Liberated Arts Movement: How Tara Is Changing Communities One Creative Step at a Time
Tara Levy was inspired to launch the Liberated Arts Movement  last summer after reflecting on her experiences, education, and passion for...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 25, 202412 min read
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More Than Skin Deep: The Story of Natural Radiant Life with Rhonda
For many Black women founders, the journey to business ownership isn't always a choice but a necessity. Systemic barriers and...
Frantzces Lys
Nov 1, 202413 min read
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More than Just a Product: Jasmine’s Mission to Keep Kids Safe, Founder of ParentCo
ParentCo  is not just a business, but a personal journey that began with a mother's frustration. Founded by Jasmine Johnson, a mom who...
Frantzces Lys
Oct 11, 20249 min read
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Sip, Savor, Sustain: The Good Dirt® Mission with Lynn
Good D irt® emerged from a necessity born out of personal experience. The founders, Lynn and Mario, are a husband-and-wife duo with a...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 11, 202412 min read
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Revolutionizing Women's Health: A Conversation with Lamanda, Founder of FloEver Health
In 2021, Lamanda Ballard launched FloEver Health after a personal experience with the healthcare system. Despite having a positive,...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 6, 202412 min read
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Unstoppable Latinas: 10 Quotes to Ignite Your Inner Entrepreneur
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place every year from September 15th to October 15th. It celebrates and acknowledges the cultural...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 4, 20244 min read
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