by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Embrace Change, Adapt to Thrive
Change is a constant in our professional lives, often arriving uninvited and at inconvenient times. Yet, it's in these moments of flux that we, as Black professionals, have the opportunity
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine: A Taste of Hope in Chicago’s Culinary Landscape
Hey there, food lovers and community champions! Have you heard about the exciting move Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine just made? This gem of a restaurant, whose name means “hope” in Amharic,
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Amina Phelps’ Autistic Discovery: A Catalyst for Change in the Black Community
Amina Phelps’ journey of self-discovery and autism diagnosis is not just a personal triumph but a pivotal moment for the Black community. Diagnosed with autism in her 40s while raising
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Daisy’s Po’Boy & Tavern: A Taste of New Orleans in the Heart of Chicago
Listen up, folks! There’s a new kid on the block that’s bringing the Big Easy to the Windy City, and it’s making waves in all the right ways. Say hello
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Risk Tolerance and Creativity in Entrepreneurship
For entrepreneurs listed in Black Pages International, risk tolerance and creativity are not just buzzwords—they’re essential survival skills. In a landscape where Black business owners receive a mere 1% of
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
The Chicago Defender Goes Digital: End of an Era
The Chicago Defender, an iconic Black newspaper founded in 1905, has ceased print publication, marking the end of an era. This historic publication, which played a crucial role in the
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Chicago’s Black Metropolis: A Legacy at Risk
Bronzeville, once the vibrant heart of Chicago’s Black Metropolis, faces significant challenges. This historic neighborhood, listed in Black Pages International, has seen a dramatic population decline since the 1950s. Urban
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Preserving Chicago’s Minority Middle Neighborhoods
Black leaders in Chicago are spearheading efforts to preserve and revitalize minority middle-class neighborhoods. The Federal Reserve of Chicago, in collaboration with local initiatives, is focusing on place-based interventions to
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by BlackPagesInternational
06Dec
Expanding Access to Capital for Black-Owned Businesses: Strategies for Success
Access to capital remains a critical challenge for many Black entrepreneurs. Despite the significant contributions of Black-owned businesses to the U.S. economy—supporting over 3 million jobs and generating more than
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