Business

The giants who built Minority Business Enterprise didn’t act like this. Not one of them. (ANNAPOLIS – March 8, 2026) – I was there.  At the very first MBE Night in Annapolis. Helped promote it, in fact.  I know what it was built on. I know who was in the room. I know the spirit that animated it — a spirit that came directly from the giants who spent their lives fighting to open the doors of economic opportunity for Black and minority business owners in Maryland and across this country. Which is why what I am watching unfold right now…

Gail Moody State Farm on the next Doni Glover Show, Streaming LIVE Tuesday, 9 am

(BALTIMORE – September 5, 2022) – Tune in to the next installment of Doni Glover Show on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter. Our guest will be an entrepreneur who is serious about the insurance business. Very serious! Gail Moody is a State Farm Insurance agent who is licensed in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Based in Towson, MD, her office handles all of one’s insurance needs, including: Auto Insurance Homeowners Insurance Renters Insurance Personal Articles Business Insurance Life Insurance Health Insurance Annuities Mutual Funds & Pet Insurance. FMI, go to https://www.statefarm.com/…/towson/gail-moody-5zzgf1ys000

Next Phaze Cafe & Lounge: Soulful Friday this week ONLY is a PRIVATE event with limited seating

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 2022 02 A Private Event with limited seating 09 SPICE 16 RODNEY KELLY 23 INSIDE VIEW 30 GERRELL & FRIENDS Buy Tickets Gift cards are available here Next Phaze’s Community Partners: BLACK MEN UNIFYING BLACK MEN are hosting Black Men Honor Awards November 5, 2022 10AM to 1PM Downtown Cultural Arts Center 401 North Howard Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Admission $40

Synergy 2022 on Sept. 20th at LIVE! Casino in Hanover, Maryland

This Business Networking event is designed to connect your business with our decision makers and resources at BWI Marshall Airport. Synergy will equip you with knowledge of current and upcoming contracting opportunities with the Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Maryland Aviation Administration and how to do business with the State of Maryland. BWI Marshall and Martin State Airports are economic engines that create contract opportunities and business strategies to help you gain valuable information and grow your business. REGISTER HERE

Brunch Pitch: Baltimore is Coming! September 9th Deadline

We are on the move! Brunch Pitch: Baltimore is officially open for applications. If you know an entrepreneur let them know we are coming! The Brunch Pitch is a platform that allows Black entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their business to industry professionals for feedback. One lucky winner will walk away with a suite of business technical assistance. Apply by submitting a video by September 9, 2022, to pitch@brunchpitch.com with the following information: Name Name of Business Is your business selling products or services? What problem is your business solving? Why did you choose this business?

USBC CEDC & GrubHub Grant Application Now Open for NY Market!

USBC and the Grubhub Community Fund to Provide over $500,000 in Funding for Black-Owned Restaurants with USBC Restaurant Grant Program (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – The USBC restaurant grant program helps restaurants receive funding to address business opportunities and current challenges. The fund, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, will support over $500,000 in grants to Black-owned restaurants and culinary-based businesses in select cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Chicago, and more. The first initiative of its kind, this unique partnership was launched to support Black-owned restaurants by giving them access to capital and resources to ensure competitiveness in a changing…

Terry Speigner Saluted during National Black Business Month

By Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office (PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY – August 22, 2022) – For #nationalblackbusinessmonth, we recognize our friend and black business owner, Terry Speigner, President & CEO of NGEN, LLC. Self-determined, tenacious, and resilient are words that describe this seasoned entrepreneur, and community activist. Serving the Washington DC metro area and Baltimore region, NGEN is an Information Technology professional services firm that helps small to mid-sized businesses and government agencies get the most from their computers, telephones, and Internet technology.

“How to Buy a House in 12 Months” by Tabitha Richardson

As we slowly shift into a buyers market, you’ll have a better opportunity of finding a home without a lot of competition from other buyers! Finding a home will become easier than over the last several years. But first, let’s get you in position to be able to purchase! In this book, you’ll learn:  tips to improve your credit score  how to budget and save to purchase  getting pre-approved for financing  building your homebuying dream team  the process from contract to closing … and more! Knowledge is the new currency, so start learning today! Easily order your book from Amazon…

August is National Black Business Month

BmoreNews.com & Partners are recognizing Black Business Month in Baltimore. Event features amazing speakers & Black Wall St. Awards. Business networking event is part of a year-long calendar of events celebrating BmoreNews’ 20th Anniversary (2002-2022) (BALTIMORE – August 16, 2022) – August is a very special month for Black-owned business owners and their supporters. August is #NationalBlackBusinessMonth, created in 2004 by historian John William Templeton and engineer Frederick E. Jordan, Sr. to bring attention to the needs of more than two million Black-owned businesses operating across America. At BmoreNews.com, supporting Black-owned businesses has been a hallmark of our efforts. With this…

Next Phaze Cafe & Lounge: Soulful Fridays and DPW’s Dam Jam

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING AT NEXT PHAZE CAFE Nestled in downtown Baltimore at 112 E Lexington Street directly across the street from the Clarence Mitchell Court House,  Next Phaze Cafe is your place for authentic Southern food. We put our heart and soul into our food with seasonings that “pop” in your mouth – Baltimore crab cakes, southern fried chicken, catfish fritters, collard greens, buttery cornbread, cheesy mac and cheese and more. In need of catering service or renting space? Our team will put the “special” in your special occasion. With space for celebration dinners and receptions, fundraisers, kids events, graduation &…