Black-owned Businesses to Support for Black Business Month and Always
Welcome to Creative Corner! Here we highlight the incredible publishers, creators, and thought leaders in the SHE Media Collective.
In celebration of Black Business Month, we are thrilled to highlight Black business owners within the SHE Media Collective! There are over 2 million Black-owned businesses in the United States with more popping up every day. According to the Minority Business Development Agency, Black-owned businesses generate more than $150 billion in gross revenue annually. This impressive list features some Black business owners who have built solid brands in e-commerce, book authorship, and digital media. Take a look at their products, add to cart, and bookmark their websites because this month (and always) we are all about supporting Black businesses.
Ecommerce
Eating with Erica
The Eating with Erica eCommerce Home Shop has one of the finest collections of Luxury Food Inspired candles. You can get candle scents like Mimosa & Mandarine or Pineapple Cilantro. So fun! Shop EWE candles here.
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CeCe Olisa
Coco By Cece sells Doll Butter— a wonderful whipped oil body cream loaded with tropical oils, butter, and extracts. Shop Doll Butter here Coco by Cece is owned by body-positive advocate and media personality CeCe Olisa.
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Uncorked and Cultured
Uncorked and Cultured is a Black-owned directory and e-commerce platform for Black-owned businesses and products in the wine and wellness space. They amplify BIPOC entrepreneurs, host global cultural adventures, and provide marketing solutions for companies looking to tap into the growing BIPOC luxury & lifestyle consumers. See uncorked and cultured shop and directory.
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Black Authors
Charnaie Gordon – Here Wee Read
Founded by Charnaie Gordon, Here Wee Read provides thousands of diverse and inclusive book recommendations for kids and adults with the goal to diversify your bookshelf. Gordon has also authored several books including Race Cars and A Kids Book About Diversity. Check out the Here Wee Reed Bookshop.
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Mattie James – Everyday Magic
Mom, entrepreneur, and influencer Mattie James just launched her long-awaited book Everyday Magic which is about navigating every day with clarity and confidence. “When you make every day meaningful, aesthetically pleasing, goal-oriented, intentional, and consistent — you remember that you’re more than enough and navigate day to day with clarity and confidence.”Those who pre-order the book also get access to her exclusive masterclass.
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Nicole Palmer – Bet on Yourself
Bet On Yourself is a deeply honest and practical guide offering inspiration and tactical strategies on all things self-love and knowing your worth. Nicole Palmer invites you into her world as she shares the experiences that shaped her life — from her arrival to the US for a vacation to being an undocumented teen mom navigating life. Buy her book to learn what her journey can teach you.
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Black Publishers
Munaluchi Bridal
Munaluchi Bridal is your go-to place for wedding inspiration and the celebration of all things love and weddings. It is a digital destination full of beautiful and inspiring content, and the physical magazine is a must-have. You can purchase one of the latest issues of the magazine — cover is graced by actress Danielle Brooks.
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Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Founded by Catherine Kallon Red Carpet Fashion Awards chronicles celebrity fashion from the red carpet to the runway to streetwear and all the award shows. If you want to know what celebrities are wearing and how you can recreate the look, RCFA is your go-to place for “daily updates that give readers a look at what celebrities are wearing, where to buy celeb looks, the latest fashion news, trends, and gossip.”
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Style & Society
Style & Society Magazine is an elevated online publication that covers the most exciting sought-after red carpet events, fashion must-haves, and travel destinations. It’s your go-to place for celebrating the hottest trends and the latest in pop culture. Founder Kinya Claiborne is also the host of The Stylist – a TV series delivering the latest in fashion, trends, Hollywood events, and pop culture.
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SOHH (Support Online HipHop)
SOHH.com is a publishing powerhouse that brings you the latest information on hip-hop, rap music, sneakers, rappers, mixtapes, new videos, and urban culture. In their words, they are “the most trusted, independent, Black-owned brand for Hip Hop Since 1995!”
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Ice Cream Convos
Ice Cream Convos is a reputable media outlet that serves entertainment and celebrity news in a fun, friendly, and fresh way. Founder Xaviera Bryant has been running the site for over 12 years and it has become the go-to news source for fun and wholesome entertainment news.
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YBF (Young, Black, and Fabulous)
The YBF is another entertainment site that provides a unique take on entertainment and Hollywood news. It was founded in 2005 by Natasha Eubanks after she noticed a lack of Black celebrity gossip blogs.
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Modern Woman Agenda
Sherita Janielle is the editor-in-chief of Modern Woman Agenda a website about instead embracing living life to the fullest. Its goal is to empower you to find joy while striving to be comfortable, conscious, and confident in your decision-making. While still focusing on Beauty, Travel, Food, and Home, the “Life” vertical will feature personal stories and helpful advice that resonates with women over 35 and over. From personal finance, career, marriage, divorce, and everything between, Modern Woman Agenda wants you to know: It’s your life. You set the agenda.
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The SHE Media Collective helps publishers, content creators and entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses with dedicated support for managing ads, brand partnerships, and more. Apply now to join our mission-driven platform.
