Our Featured Story: “5 in 5 with New England’s Movers & Shakers”  Featuring Diageo Executive Malcolm Ellis. Below the radar but above the water is how Malcolm Ellis operates, no fanfare, no jumping up and down, just gets the job done! Working with the world’s largest Beer, Wine & Spirits manufactures, Diageo.  Learn about his journey through Diageo and Pronghorn and their commitment to growing and supporting Black Owned Spirits Business.  Click HERE to learn more!

Our Lead Story: “100 Black Men of Stamford” The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is an International nonprofit organization that positively impacts more than 125,000 youth across the United States and abroad.  With 116 chapters around the world, they are recognized as the nation’s top African American led mentoring organization. The only chapter in New England is located in Stamford, CT.  With STEM programs, College Fairs, Toy Drives, Dress for Success seminars, just to name a few, they are Building Brighter Futures! Click HERE to learn more!

Trending:  “Local Black Owned Spirits Companies” Follow the story of two childhood friends who own, create and distribute high quality Bourbon & Vodka throughout the state of CT! Meet Branford Distillers owners Ruppert Dinnald and June.  Alisa Bowens-Mercado is the Founder, CEO, and Brewmaster of Rhythm Brewing Co. Affectionately known as “Lady Lager”, made history by becoming the first African-American, woman-owned beer brand in the state of Connecticut (4th in the Country).

Also, TSV Spirits, Founder Frank Hall & President/Chief Digital Officer Eugene Green are the master curators of TSV Spirits, creators of the smoothest vodka on the planet!  Now equipped with a robust distribution in the Greater Boston area, and online availability, TSV Spirits is a name to remember. Click HERE to learn more!

The Arts & Events Section: The Shubert Theatre in New Haven is on fire events including Jason Lyrics, RESPECT the Aretha Franklin Story, The Sounds of Motown and so much more.  Scullers Jazz Club in Boston showcasing, Gerald Albright & Marion Meadows.  Jay Rowe Smooth Jazz for Scholars features Lindsey Webster, Nelson Rangel, Timmy Maia & Peter White just to name a few. STEM is in the air.  100BMOS & Ethnic Online Foundation host the 2nd Annual STEMFEST.  MASSPORT Aviation & Maritime STEM EXPO. MEET Boston’s 3rd Annual Career Fair. Boston’s hospitality industry is booming and employers are looking to fill hundreds of open positions!  The Black Business Alliance are hosting their Crown Business Leadership Program every Tuesday through April 22nd. Click HERE to learn more!