Flaunt the Faith Christian apparel line is “a brand dedicated to bringing style to a higher level.”
Co-Founders Adelina and Rasheeda W. leveraged their design and marketing backgrounds (respectively) working for the likes of GuessKids, EckoRed & MTV Networks. Their line of inspirational tees and hoodies are a colorful, hip way to share your beliefs. Cost: $11.99 - $19.99
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With the tagline “Something good for your skin to eat,” New Jersey based Pooka Pure & Simple bath and body line continues to make its mark in the beauty industry.
Founder Dawn Fitch created the brand several years ago after turning to alternative therapies and aromatherapy to relieve the symptoms of a mysterious illness. Product offerings such as “Elbow Grease,” “Pucker Butters,” and “Bath Pastries” blend ingredients and aromas such as shea butter, mint and lavender, along with a little bit of love. Cost: $5-$22; Gift boxes: $35-$70.
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Check us out daily until December 5th to see the full list!
It’s back! Our second annual “Buy Black For Christmas” Series shares this year’s selection of great gift giving ideas (under $125), while encouraging African Americans to support their own while they shop.
First on our list is Mo'Twin Designs, an innovative designer neckwear company based in Atlanta, GA. Founders Melvin and Traci Bryant came up with several revolutionary designs for their 100% silk handmade neckties after realizing there was not a different cut available other than the traditional one. In addition to their patented “Diamond Cut”, “Square Cut,” and “Circle Cut”, they offer a “variety of rich textures, colors, and prints.” Their beautifully designed ties offer a one-of-a-kind fashion statement for those lucky enough to wear them. Cost: $75 and up.
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BuzzologySurveys is teaming up with Mo’Twin Designs this holiday season to give away one (1) men’s and one (1) women’s silk necktie!!!
Click here to for more details. Contest ends December 12th.
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From Journal-isms:
Robert L. Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television, has asked the Federal Communications Commission to approve plans for a new "urban" television network that would cater to a multicultural audience interested in health, lifestyle, education and other issues, a spokeswoman for Johnson told Journal-isms on Tuesday.
The new network is "not intended to compete with BET or TV One," Johnson spokeswoman Traci Otey Blunt said. Plans are open and no staff members have been hired, awaiting FCC approval. The network might even produce news programming, she said. The FCC is not expected to act until winter or early spring, after a period of public comment.
The new company is to be called Urban Television LLC. Johnson is seeking permission to share time on stations owned by Ion, which "was born in 2006 out of the ashes of Pax TV, whose guiding genius Bud Paxson spent the previous decade buying up UHF TV stations for use as the linchpin of a family-oriented broadcast network," as Variety reported in September. Full Story
Yesterday adidas premiered its national ad campaign to mark the 60th anniversary of its “iconic 3-Stripes.”
The campaign is “set against the backdrop of a house party hosting an eclectic mix of people” including celebs Young Jeezy, DMC-Daryl McDaniels, Method Man, Redman, Estelle, Russell Simmons, Missy Elliott, and NBA star Kevin Garnett.
“The creative will come to life in a complete through-the-line offering including two television spots, cinema, digital, retail, activation events and a print campaign” and expands globally in January 2009.
With the holidays just around the corner, BuzzologySurveys wants to gauge the seasonal shopping and gift giving preferences of African American Consumers.
Whether you’re hitting the local mall for the latest deals, scouring the net for that “must have” toy or electronic game, or opting not to make any purchases this year due to the economy, we want to hear from you!
Click here to take our survey, which ends November 28th.
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With the holidays fast approaching, and the economy still in flux, BuzzologySurveys wants to gauge the seasonal shopping and gift giving preferences of African American Consumers.
Whether you’re hitting the local mall for the latest deals, scouring the net for that “must have” toy or electronic game, or thinking about buying that engagement ring to pop the big question, we want to hear from you!
Survey begins Monday, November 17th.
Carol's Daughter launched its first fine fragrance earlier this month with Pearls, an intoxicating mix of scents including “lemon verbena, apricot, jasmine and rose.”
"When I create a scent the best part of creating it is sharing it with you. I love bringing you fragrances that are unique and unforgettable” stated founder Lisa Price.
The beauty line also has a fragrance being created by Mary J. Blige, one of its celebrity spokespersons and a company investor, in the works.
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From General Motors:
Crystal L. Windham has been appointed Director of General Motors North American Passenger Car Design as of November 1, 2008.
In her new position, Windham will head the interior design for the following architectures in GM North America: Global Midsize Car, Global Compact Car, and Global Small Car. Crystal, a lead designer on the 2008 award winning Chevy Malibu "Car of the Year", began her career at GM North America Design in 1994.
A mentor guided me towards automotive design. "Without guidance and support from family and co-workers, I wouldn't be where I am today. I truly love my job - it's creative, expressive - but it is not easy. Enjoying what you do, however, makes it all worthwhile. I hope other young women will look to what I have done and be inspired to consider automotive design," she said. More
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Whether you’ve seen the products in the beauty aisle of stores across the country, or caught their creative and catchy ads on television, Dr. Miracle’s has made a considerable impact in the ethnic hair industry in a very short period of time.
In our latest edition of Entrepreneurial, we speak to Kathleen and Ollie Johnson, co-creators of the popular beauty brand.
They share more about why they decided to develop the line, the company’s recent entrance into the skin care market, and a little more about their clever advertising campaign…
From BusinessWeek:
On Nov. 4 at 10 p.m., Lyle Logan raised his arms toward the autumn sky over Chicago's Grant Park in triumph. News that Senator Barack Obama had officially won enough electoral votes to become the next President of the U.S. was flashing on the big video screen above the VIP pen at "ground zero" for the 2008 Presidential election results.
And Logan, an African American executive vice-president at Northern Trust Co., couldn't hold back the tears suddenly streaming down his face. "I'm overwhelmed," he said, his young son clinging to his waist. "It's just amazing."
Although much of Obama's success can be attributed to his vision, personal skills, and leadership appeal, no small amount of credit goes to a powerful circle of black business leaders in Chicago. In addition to Logan, they include Valerie Jarrett, CEO of real estate management firm The Habitat Co. and now co-head of Obama's transition team (pictured) ; Jim Reynolds, CEO of investment bank Loop Capital Markets; John Rogers, CEO of mutual fund icon Ariel Investments; Quintin Primo III, CEO of commercial real estate development company Capri Capital Partners; and Frank Clark, CEO of electrical utility Commonwealth Edison.
These black executives have maintained a low profile since early February 2007, when Obama launched his Presidential quest. And contrary to widespread statistics showing blacks lagging other groups in wealth, together they have donated some $30,000 to Obama over the past two years. More...
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BuzzologySurveys congratulates President Barack Obama for his historic and monumental win into the country’s highest office!
