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Black Enterprise/Walmart Economic Forum 2010
See the entrepreneurs, economists and Obama Administration officials who convened for “20/20 Vision: A Look Ahead at Black America in the Next Economic Boom,” a forum presented by Black Enterprise and hosted by Walmart.... (Continue reading)
A Path to Recovery for Black America
Under the banner, “20/20 Vision: A Look Ahead at Black America in the Next Economic Boom,” the event brought together business leaders, policy makers, economists and entrepreneurs to discuss issues vital to the future of African Americans and the nation... (Continue reading)
In Pictures: A Vision for the Economy
As President Barack Obama embarked on the first of a series of trips he will make on his listening tour of America to promote job creation and growth, Black Enterprise hosted a Walmart-sponsored forum- “20/20 Vision: A Look Ahead at... (Continue reading)
BE Forum Explores Solutions for Economic Revival
Black Enterprise hosted a forum to explore strategies and solutions that will ensure that African Americans will be key players in the nation’s economic revival.... (Continue reading)
Can This Woman Get You A Job?
Written on 27 Jan, 2010 at 22:12 in Blogs, Politics News, Women of Power Articles | viewed 374 times | 1 Comment
It's about an hour before President Barack Obama delivers his first State of the Union Address. I'm sitting in my room at the Liaison Hotel in Washington, D.C., having just left a VIP reception for 20/20 Vision, a landmark economic... (Continue reading)
BE, Walmart to Host Economic Forum
As President Barack Obama unveils initiatives to bolster the middle class, create jobs and assist small business, Black Enterprise is bringing together BE100s CEOs, government officials, and economists to offer solutions to the administration.... (Continue reading)
A New Agenda for Small Business?
No segment of American industry has been pummeled by the Great Recession more than minority business. As the economy shows signs of recovery, these companies––most of which can be found in the small business sector––have been struggling to gain solid... (Continue reading)
Why America Needs Uncle Sam’s Financial Lessons
Written on 7 Jul, 2009 at 14:39 in Blogs | viewed 887 times | 0 Comments
One of the arguments conservatives are leveling against President Barack Obama’s proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA) is that Americans need to be more self-reliant in guarding themselves against fraud. They also contend that consumers need to sharpen their own... (Continue reading)
Economic History Lesson
Written on 10 Apr, 2009 at 15:39 in Blogs | viewed 351 times | 3 Comments
I have always been fascinated by political and economic history. No matter how painful the era, it can prove to be both instructive and constructive in shaping our nation, our world, and our lives. We’re living through such a period. Lawrence... (Continue reading)
