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☆ Estée Lauder CFO celebrates Black Heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailEstée Lauder CFO celebrates Black HeritageFor Black Heritage Month, The Estée Lauder Companies EVP & CFO Tracey Travis says invest in being well prepared & always be a constant learner.
Persons: Estée Lauder, Lauder, Tracey Travis Organizations: Estée, Black Heritage
☆ San Jose bakery loses thousands of dollars after Tesla reportedly cancels large order
  + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Kris Sanchez | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: +2 min
Voahangy Rasetarinera speaks on San Jose bakery loss of thousands of dollars after Tesla cancels large order. A catering contract to celebrate Black Heritage Month turned into a tough lesson for a Black-owned bakery in the South Bay earlier this month. What started as a $16,000 deal ended up costing the small business owner thousands of dollars instead. But two days after taking the Tesla job, the bakery owner got a simple text message canceling the order. A Tesla spokesperson did not respond to the specific questions but told NBC Bay Area they've been in touch with Rasetarinera.
Persons: Voahangy Rasetarinera, Tesla, Rasetarinera, it's, Tesla hadn't Organizations: Black Heritage Month, Tesla, Google, Apple, NBC Bay Area, NBC Bay Locations: Jose, Willow Glen
☆ M&T Bank CEO celebrates Black Heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailM&T Bank CEO celebrates Black HeritageM&T Bank CEO René Jones says Black Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate extraordinary people in black and brown communities across America.
Persons: René Jones Organizations: T Bank, Black Locations: America
☆ Creator of the DEI pledge applauds his Black heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCreator of the DEI pledge applauds his Black heritageKai D. Wright says he's proud of the Black community's resilience, ingenuity and adaptability.
Persons: Kai D, Wright, he's
☆ United Airlines Chief treasures his Black Heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailUnited Airlines Chief treasures his Black HeritageUnited Airlines President Brett Hart says his connection to the black community is integral to his black heritage.
Persons: Brett Hart Organizations: Email United Airlines Chief, Black Heritage United Airlines
☆ Intel chief legal officer celebrates her Black heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIntel chief legal officer celebrates her Black heritageApril Miller Boise grew up surrounded by strong black women who were instrumental in shaping who she is today.
Persons: Miller Boise Organizations: Intel
☆ Jetblue VP on recognizing the contributions of Black Americans
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailJetblue VP on recognizing the contributions of Black AmericansFor Black Heritage Month, JetBlue VP of Corporate Social Responsibility & DEI Icema Gibbs celebrates the contributions of her community.
Persons: Icema Gibbs Organizations: Jetblue, Black Americans, Black Heritage Month, JetBlue
☆ Billionaire David Steward celebrates Black Heritage by encouraging others to give back
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBillionaire David Steward celebrates Black Heritage by encouraging others to give backFor Black Heritage Month, Worldwide Technology founder & Chairman David Steward is encouraging people to help others.
Persons: Billionaire David Steward, David Steward Organizations: Billionaire, Black Heritage, Black Heritage Month, Worldwide Technology
☆ Goldman's head of corporate engagement on what others can learn from Black Heritage Month
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailGoldman's head of corporate engagement on what others can learn from Black Heritage MonthGoldman Sachs Global Head of Corporate Engagement Asahi Pompey says American history is black history.
Persons: Goldman Sachs, Asahi Pompey Organizations: Black Heritage, Goldman
☆ Don Peebles reflects on his Black heritage
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailDon Peebles reflects on his Black heritagePeebles Corporation CEO Don Peebles looks back at how far his family has come in just a few generations.
Persons: Don Peebles Organizations: Peebles Corporation
☆ Johnny Taylor sounds off on "keeping it real" this Black Heritage Month
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailJohnny Taylor sounds off on "keeping it real" this Black Heritage MonthSociety for Human Resources Management CEO Johnny Taylor celebrates his ancestors who dared to dream.
Persons: Johnny Taylor Organizations: Heritage Month Society, Human Resources Management
☆ National Urban League President on the role of Blacks in modern America
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNational Urban League President on the role of Blacks in modern AmericaMarc Morial says Black Heritage Month is about recognizing Black Americans and how they've shaped the country.
Persons: America Marc Morial Organizations: National Urban League, Black Locations: America
☆ FedEx Custom Critical CEO on inspiring the next generation
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFedEx Custom Critical CEO on inspiring the next generationFor Black Heritage Month, Ramona Hood says her journey is an homage to reflect on the barriers that have been broken.
Persons: Ramona Hood Organizations: FedEx, Heritage
☆ Mellody Hobson on how standing out presents opportunity
  + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMellody Hobson on how standing out presents opportunityAriel Investments co-CEO & President Mellody Hobson celebrates her black heritage and encourages others to take the opportunity to leave an impression.
Persons: Mellody Hobson, Ariel Investments
☆ Beyoncé ’s platinum ‘Renaissance’ look was triggering for some in the Black community. Here is why.
  + stars: | 2023-12-02 | by ( Nicquel Terry Ellis Cnn | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +7 min
“Her music is unapologetically, boundlessly and globally Black,” Thomas said. In many cases, lighter skinned slaves were the product of sexual violence by White men against enslaved Black women. Lighter skinned Black women were often deemed “redbones,” a term that for some undermined their Black heritage by implying that the women were mixed non-Black ancestry. A 2023 survey by nonprofit Catalyst found women with darker skin tones were more likely to experience workplace racism than women with lighter skin. “I also get to be critical of Beyoncé,” Thomas said.
Persons: Queen Bey, “, Tina Knowles, ” Knowles, “ Brown, Geneva Thomas, ” Thomas, ”, JeffriAnne Wilder, Wilder, White, ” Wilder, Beyoncé, India Arie, ” Arie, Arie, ” Beyoncé, Kevin Mazur, Oscar, Octavia Spencer, Thomas, she’s Organizations: CNN, Los Angeles, Catalyst, University of Chicago Press, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Locations: America, New York, Black America, London, England
☆ MLS Suspends Union's Kai Wagner for 3 Games for Violating League's Anti-Discrimination Policy
  + stars: | 2023-11-07 | by ( Associated Press | Nov. | At P.M. | ) www.usnews.com   time to read: +1 min
Major League Soccer suspended Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner on Tuesday for three matches for violating the league’s on-field anti-discrimination policy after the league launched an investigation into whether he used a racial slur against a New England Revolution player. Wagner will begin serving the penalty on Wednesday when the Revolution hosts the Union in Game 2 of their MLS Cup Eastern Conference semifinals matchup. MLS said in a statement that Wagner acknowledged wrongdoing. Political Cartoons View All 1237 Images“In reaching this decision, MLS considered many factors, including Wagner’s immediate acceptance of responsibility, willingness to participate in a restorative practices process to repair the harm caused, and his cooperation with the league’s investigation,” the league’s statement said. As part of the suspension, Wagner has begun MLS-mandated education and training, a process the league said will continue.
Persons: Kai Wagner, Wagner, Bobby Wood, Wood, ” Organizations: Major League Soccer, Philadelphia Union, New, Union, MLS, Eastern, Philadelphia, Athletic, New England Locations: New England, New, Hawaii
☆ London’s Pointe Black ballet school aims to break racial barriers
  + stars: | 2023-10-02 | by ( Alishia Abodunde | ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +2 min
And classical ballet companies strive for a uniform look especially in works like “Swan Lake,” making it harder for dancers of colour to get hired or promoted. At The Royal Ballet, “we are determined to make our theatre a welcoming and inclusive place for all,” a company spokesperson said. “Dance is for everybody,” noted a spokesperson at The Royal Academy of Dance, whose syllabus is taught worldwide. “Ensuring there is diversity in the dance world is important to everyone at the RAD.”Essel wants to speed up change by disrupting the status quo. And it’s really just about celebrating the person no matter where they come from.”Maya Beale-Springer, a 10-year-old student at Pointe Black and another ballet school, enjoys exploring various styles.
Persons: Sandie Bourne, ”, Essel, “, ” Maya Beale, won’t, ” Essel, Richard Chang, E Wong, Eve Watling Organizations: Britain’s Society for Dance Research, Royal Ballet, The Royal Academy of Dance, Springer, Pointe Black Locations: Asia, South America, Cuba, perm
☆ The Windrush generation still struggling to be compensated after Home Office failings
  + stars: | 2023-06-22 | by ( Caolán Magee | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +14 min
In 2018, the Windrush Compensation Scheme was set up to provide compensation to victims of the scandal. The Home Office has not yet responded to CNN’s request for comment on these cases and its wider handling of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. The Windrush Compensation Scheme is an extension of a hostile environment for Black and Brown people.”For some people, any compensation awarded is too late. “We were told compensation was on the way so we could get a carer for my dad – but it was too late,” Abiona told CNN. He is now making a Windrush compensation claim through the Home Office to save up for a headstone for his father’s grave.
Persons: London CNN — Carl Nwazota, Nwazota, –, ”, “, I’m, it’s, Windrush, Britain’s, Theresa May, ” Nwazota, Anna Steiner, ” Steiner, Charlotte Tobierre, Charlotte Tobierre “, you’ve, Thomas Tobierre, Caroline, ” Tobierre, Thomas ’, ” Thomas Tobierre, Steiner, Zita Holbourne, ” Holbourne, Anthony Bryan, Bryan, Chris J Ratcliffe, Janet, Suella Braverman, Alex Cavendish, NurPhoto, Subira Cameron, Goppy, Brown, Ramya, Taiwo Abiona, Stella, Kemi Abiona, ” Abiona, Abiona Organizations: London CNN, Home Office, CNN, Office, British Home Office, Daily Herald, NGO Human Rights Watch, Home, “, Protesters, Windrush, Clinic, Conservative, Royal Mail Locations: London, Wembley, Jamaica, Nigeria, British, Britain, South Asia, Africa, Tilbury, Essex, –
☆ Equity & Opportunity Spotlight: Sister's Uptown Bookstore & Cultural Center
  + stars: | 2023-02-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailEquity & Opportunity Spotlight: Sister's Uptown Bookstore & Cultural CenterEquity and Opportunity is celebrating Black Heritage Month by shining a spotlight on Sister's Uptown Bookstore and Cultural Center in Harlem which has created a safe place for the community for 23 years.
☆ Stormzy: After conquering music world, rapper targets racial inequality in football
  + stars: | 2022-11-04 | by ( Alasdair Howorth | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +2 min
CNN —Premier League clubs Manchester United and Fulham are among the organizations that are partnering with rapper Stormzy’s Merky FC to improve diversity and representation at all levels of the football industry. “That statistic is embarrassing,” said the Croydon-born rapper who is set to launch the program next year. Rapper Stormy (C) has also been working in publishing and education to improve diversity and inclusion. “Hopefully with what we’re doing we can drive a change.”This isn’t the first time that Stormzy has worked within an industry to improve representation. The rapper has also provided scholarships for black students attending Cambridge University to improve the number of who attend the university.
☆ Louisiana native, author Ernest Gaines to appear on US stamp
  + stars: | 2022-10-27 | by ( Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com   time to read: +2 min
Gaines’ stamp offers an impressive representation of the man I knew and admired, and it reminds me of the immeasurable grace, strength and character he displayed throughout his life and through his words,” said Dr. Joseph Savoie, UL-Lafayette president. The book that earned widespread notice for Gaines, “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,” is a first-person narrative of a fictional 110-year-old woman born into slavery. Published in 1971, the novel’s inspiration was Augusteen Jefferson, Gaines’ disabled aunt who helped raise him. “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” and “A Gathering of Old Men” (1984) became honored television movies. Gaines’ novels, which have drawn comparisons to the writings of William Faulkner and Charles Dickens, have been published in at least 17 languages.
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