by BlackPagesInternational
10Mar
Growth Trends for Black-Owned Businesses in Illinois and Nationally – Q1 2025
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by BlackPagesInternational
26Jan
Consistency is Key, Commitment is Power: Building Success in Chicago’s Black Business Community
For many Chicago’s Black entrepreneurs, two principles stand out as pillars of success: consistency and commitment. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of 2025, these values remain more relevant
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by BlackPagesInternational
10Jan
Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs: Black Pages International’s Role in Closing the Revenue Gap
Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States, yet they face a significant revenue gap compared to their white counterparts. In Chicago, Black Pages International (BPI)
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by BlackPagesInternational
10Jan
How Black Pages International Empowers Chicago’s Black Entrepreneurs
Black entrepreneurs in Chicago face significant challenges, with limited access to capital being a primary obstacle. Traditional lending institutions often overlook or undervalue Black-owned businesses, creating a barrier to growth
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Let’s Talk Health: How Obamacare Changed the Game for Black America
Let’s Talk Healthcare: How Obamacare Transformed Access for Black Americans The Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, has been a game-changer in addressing healthcare disparities for Black Americans. Here’s
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by BlackPagesInternational
30Dec
Soulé: Where Hip-Hop Meets Soul Food in Chicago’s West Town
Alright, family, let’s talk about a spot that’s been making waves since 2017 – Soulé in West Town. This isn’t just another restaurant; it’s a cultural experience that’s “Catalyzing Generational
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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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