Capital is the biggest hurdle for Black wine entrepreneurs
Professor Monique Bell has been researching Black professionals in the wine industry and said they report encountering racism and confusing… Read More »
How to support POC employees after Derek Chauvin verdict
Employers must recognize that a verdict in Derek Chauvin trial doesn’t end Black employees’ trauma, writes Mandy Price, an advocate… Read More »
New L.A. cafe strives to exemplify community, diversity
Brian Lee and partners have launched Open Market, a cafe and convenience store on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, representing… Read More »
Guinness creates brew to invest in Black community
Guinness Open Gate Brewery has partnered with members of Maryland’s Black community to kick off the million-dollar Guinness Gives Back… Read More »
Wendy’s reports on environmental, diversity priorities
Wendy’s plans to prioritize sustainability efforts and increasing diversity within company leadership, the company stated in its latest Corporate Responsibility… Read More »
Netflix series on Black history’s role in American food
The Netflix docuseries “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America,” based on the book by food historian… Read More »
Minneapolis police face Justice Dept. inquiry
The Justice Department has begun an investigation into whether the Minneapolis Police Department “engages in a pattern or practice of… Read More »
Malta tries pay-to-stay promotion
To revive its tourism industry, Malta will pay international visitors up to $240 to stay at least two nights at… Read More »
Preferred guests may steer loyalty funds to ocean care
A Preferred Hotels & Resorts initiative allows guests to donate their rewards points to an organization educating young people on… Read More »
Capital One to offer cardholders access to airport lounges
Capital One is looking to expand its business air travel offerings by giving cardholders access to airport lounges. The lounges,… Read More »
Southwest offers frequent flyer subscriptions
Southwest Airlines is offering subscription plans for frequent flyers that allow them to purchase points on a monthly basis. Subscribers… Read More »
Airports add mental health resources
The extra stresses brought on by the pandemic are especially evident in airports, where chaplains are reporting an increase in… Read More »