Black BRAND Legacy Day 2025 was a powerful gathering of community leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers, all united by a mission to foster economic empowerment, equity and sustainable growth. The event featured thought-provoking discussions, strategic networking and cultural enrichment, all aligning with Black BRAND’s 150-Year Plan—a bold vision for long-term community impact. The event also served…
Two major pieces of tax legislation passed in the years 2020 and 2021, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic – the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) and its offspring, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Also gaining congressional approval was the Coronavirus Response and Consolidated Appropriations Act. All were intended to provide…
Covid-19 was a boon for social media platforms like Tik Tok. The allure may have been a way to connect with the greater world when real-time connection was limited. The app has been installed over 800 million times since the novel coronavirus first appeared in 2020, and the videos hosted on its site have earned…
Distinguished from accountants by the stringent qualifications and licensing requirements they must meet, CPAs (certified public accountants) are widely recognized and highly trusted professionals in the business world. Not only do they play the critical role of a tax preparer, CPAs can be partners and strategists with small business owners in charting a path for…
While many small businesses have a CPA or finance expert on board, fewer are likely to have an attorney. Most small business owners (SBOs), especially those in operation for less than five years, don’t account for legal representation until an unwelcome situation arises. Ideally, a SBO thinks proactively and secures legal counsel before they find…