The new year often brings a renewed sense of purpose and a desire for positive change. However, amidst the current political climate, characterized by heightened tensions and anxieties, it’s crucial to examine not only what we consume physically, but also what we consume emotionally, spiritually, and socially. So, what is feeding you today as a […]
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In a world of snacks laden with sugar, Hannah Dunbar offers a refreshingly simple alternative: dried fruit. As founder of A Fruitful Place, Dunbar has built a business rooted in purity, turning nature’s bounty into colorful sweets with no added sugars or chemicals. “I call them nature’s candy,” Dunbar said. “They are so sweet that you
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Tripadvisor conducted research into the Black traveler, a $100 – $129 billion dollar market of U.S. Black travelers, depending on which study you read. This is a huge market and any company, especially black owned companies, should ensure that they are well poised to cater to this niche market. Regardless of companies currently running away
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BY CHEF BORIS SEYMORE For 14 years, Madean Gilzene built a career defined by leadership, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to service. As a nursing home administrator, she didn’t just manage facilities; she transformed lives. Her ability to navigate complex challenges, uplift her teams, and ensure quality care for residents made her a respected force
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Just ask Victor Harvey, founder of Victor George Spirits, and survivor of a business catastrophe that led to years of recovery. “It cost me everything,” Harvey says, “like millions of dollars.” Having launched V Georgio Vodka in 2007, Harvey found himself at the helm of the fastest-growing spirits brand in the state. Formerly a boutique
As an urban lifestyle specialist and global real estate advisor, I pride myself in knowing where to go and what to do and that includes dining. I am considered a gourmand, which really is a derivative of the medieval word “glutton.” On occasion, I can be that too. Many of you may recall that I
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It’s early in the new year so it’s a fitting time to focus on four etiquette habits that should be signature behaviors for us all. It’s also a great way to liftoff for a year of personal and professional triumphs. Let’s keep it simple. I could list at least 50 etiquette rules but I’m offering
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In my family, eating dessert before dinner happened on Sunday after a long day at church. First a quick breakfast before Sunday School, church, then meetings with the usher board, deacons, and deaconesses. Ice cream was my reward in the Miami community where I was born and grew up, Colored Town now called Overtown. Over
Across the nation, a powerful synergy is emerging between technology and agriculture, offering innovative solutions to the persistent challenge of food insecurity in Black communities. This intersection is proving particularly impactful in urban centers, where a combination of historical inequities and limited access to resources have created “food deserts” – areas with scarce access to
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Good morning, Elected Officials, Business and Community Leaders: I am pleased to share the 2023-2024 Annual Report for CareerSource South Florida (CSSF), highlighting our achievements over the past year in empowering job seekers, supporting businesses, and meeting critical federal and state workforce performance benchmarks. This report reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering economic mobility and addressing workforce
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