Black Pages International Magazine - Q1 2025
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by Black Pages International
10Sep
Top 10 Chicago Black Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2025
Chicago has long been a hub of Black entrepreneurship, and 2025 is no different. From tech to food, retail to finance, visionary new leaders are shaping the city’s future. Here
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by Black Pages International
08Sep
Funding Without Equity—How Black Entrepreneurs Are Accessing Capital in 2025
Access to business capital has long been a hurdle for Black entrepreneurs, who often face sharp disparities in traditional venture funding. In 2025, however, innovative founders are charting new territory—raising
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by Black Pages International
05Sep
Youth Founders Break Through: How Young Black Entrepreneurs Are Leading 2025
A bold, energetic generation of Black entrepreneurs is rising—building businesses at an age when most are thinking about prom, part-time jobs, or college applications. Today’s Gen Z teenpreneurs are not
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by BlackPagesInternational
02Sep
Black Pages International – Q3 2025 Edition is Here!
We’re excited to present the latest edition of Black Pages International Magazine (Q3 2025) — now available in multiple formats for your convenience: What’s Inside Q3 2025? ✨Why You’ll Love
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by Black Pages International
02Sep
Meet Kenny “The Watermelon Man” Smith: A Sweet South Side Legend
The South Side Summer Scene On summer evenings at 83rd Street and Stony Island Avenue, Kenny “The Watermelon Man” Smith is a fixture—his truck loaded with perfectly ripe melons, drawing
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by Black Pages International
29Aug
Chef Ora & Café 322 Urban Bistro: Leading the Flavor of Black Excellence
A name synonymous with culture, passion, and purpose, Chef Ora of Café 322 Urban Bistro is stepping into a bigger spotlight as host and featured chef for A Taste of
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by Black Pages International
28Aug
Why Every August Matters—Leveraging National Black Business Month for Year-Round Growth
August Is More Than a Moment: It’s a Launchpad for Growth National Black Business Month, celebrated each August, isn’t just hype—it’s a strategic window of opportunity. By aligning your storytelling,
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by Black Pages International
22Aug
From Solo to Supported: Andre’s Entrepreneurial Journey
Andre ran his IT consulting business solo, but he never felt truly alone. Early on, Andre struggled with isolation. He was the only person at his desk, juggling tech support
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