A GM spokeswoman said the automaker has exceeded its investment goal for Black-owned media of 2% in 2021 and 4% in 2022 on the way to reaching a goal of 8% by 2025.

Source: https://adage.com/article/media/how-mcdonalds-pg-coca-cola-gm-and-other-big-brands-are-spending-black-owned-media/2496041

And through one of the key organizers at DFA we want to introduce today, the Black-owned, woman-owned catering business: Relish.

Source: https://sacobserver.com/2023/09/cultivating-community-through-food/

Arts in Color is a Black-owned, international art gallery and art consulting company located in Washington, D.C. Owner Satarra Leona started the business with motivation from her strong love and appreciation for art and culture.

Source: https://afro.com/arts-in-color-meet-the-woman-behind-d-c-s-black-inclusive-art-gallery/

As Black-owned, Australian boutique brand, Liandra Swim’s Deep Sea Collection draws inspiration from the Mariana Trench and tectonic plates, as a metaphor for the balance of how humanity and society sit, connect, and clash with each other.

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/17/the-perfect-swimsuits-and-bikinis-for-your-next-sunny-holiday-18287372/

At a time where self-care for us to create a balance between mental health fatigue and wellness, these eight Black-owned spas, across the country, have created spaces dedicated to healing and restoration.

Source: https://madamenoire.com/1341234/self-care-best-care-8-black-owned-spas-get-you-right/

Customers can spend February exploring the showcase of customer favorites and new-to-market products from Black-owned businesses, winemakers and chefs.

Source: https://localprofile.com/2023/01/27/central-market-black-history-chefs/

Discussions around Juneteenth will take place during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity next week, including conversations hosted by Group Black, the Black-owned media group.

Source: https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/black-americans-say-brands-should-celebrate-juneteenth-if-done-right/2500201

EcoMap Technologies has published data maps of over 12 business ecosystems, including an overview of Baltimore’s Black-owned business community.

Source: https://www.dailybreeze.com/2023/09/27/police-searching-for-baltimore-tech-entrepreneurs-killer-he-will-do-anything-he-can-to-cause-harm/

From being overlooked for revitalization funds to inflation, most Black-owned culinary businesses cannot afford advertisements/PR/marketing to build awareness and attract consumers.

Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/9/12/23870356/black-restaurant-week-chicago-highlights-citys-wealth-of-culinary-talent

Greenwood Bank has become one of the most well-known Black-owned financial service institutions in the nation.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/17/greenwoods-ryan-glover-to-speak-on-the-economics-of-building-a-black-business-at-techcrunch-lives-atlanta-event/

He created Latimer Ventures in January 2022 to spur better outcomes for Black-owned enterprise software-as-a-service (SaaS) startups.

Source: https://afro.com/black-owned-latimer-ventures-closes-15-million-for-black-and-brown-tech-founders-fund/

“I just want to mind my Black-owned business.

Source: https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/04/29/jada-pinkett-smith-first-photos-after-red-table-talk-cancellation/

One of the reasons why: He says he saw a lack of diversity of Black-owned businesses in the L.A. brewery industry.

Source: https://abc7.com/black-brewers-day-holly-mitchell-crowns-and-hops-brewing-co-beer/13889803/

One recent weekday afternoon, Cole was at the Whittley Agency, a Black-owned business-management and consulting firm in Atlanta, sitting at a long conference table beneath a “Black Panther” movie poster.

Source: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/04/17/how-slutty-vegan-puts-the-party-in-plant-based-food

Prominently on the shelves are products manufactured by Black-owned businesses including a selection of bottled teas from Pennie’s Tea.

Source: https://chicagodefender.com/south-deering-grocery-store-bamenda-fresh-brings-value-and-a-vow-to-serve-the-community/

She has raised more than $22,000 on GoFundMe so far, with many of the donations coming in $25 or $50 increments from locals elated to support a Black-owned business in their neighborhood.

Source: https://www.csmonitor.com/The-Culture/2023/0320/New-chapter-for-racially-diverse-bookstores-Steady-growth-wider-reach?icid=rss

Shop Black-owned businesses to support Black History Month. Photo by RODNAE Productions from Pexels.

Source: https://theloquitur.com/get-to-know-these-black-owned-businesses/

Since then, Black-owned restaurants have embraced their expanded footprints and now rely heavily on the additional business that outdoor dining provides.

Source: https://lasentinel.net/securing-the-future-of-outdoor-dining%e2%80%af.html

’s Weather Group and Entertainment Studios units have sued McDonalds, claiming that the fast-food giant failed to follow through on a pledge to spend more of its advertising dollars with Black-owned media.

Source: https://www.nexttv.com/news/allen-media-group-sues-claiming-mcdonalds-failed-spend-ad-dollars-on-black-owned-media

The City of Seattle recently announced the Liberty Project, a new initiative designed to increase revenues for businesses owned by underrepresented communities in Seattle – particularly Black-owned businesses.

Source: https://seattlemedium.com/city-of-seattle-launches-liberty-project-to-empower-underrepresented-businesses/