Business
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ANTHONY CURRIE: Boston's Fine Jewelry
Up until now, African-Americans haven't been generally associated with the business of fine jewelry other than for the well to do who purchase it. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Mr. Anthony Currie, who has chosen to put himself on the other side of the register, joining the ever-exclusive club of fine jewelry designers. I’ll let Mr... Read more...
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TRAX NYC JEWELER: High Quality At A Low Cost
I've lived in New York City practically my whole life. One of the best things that I love about my city is it's diversity. Not only in people, culture, fashion & entertainment, but in prices! There are so many different lifestyles intertwined in this wonderful city. We have something for the wealthy, the average everyday person, and everything in between... Read more...
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Executive Film Producer Roger Bobb: Tyler Perry's Secret Weapon
When you think about achieving success in Hollywood, most people think about becoming a major film actor or a major film director. Film producers are among the most powerful executives in the film industry. As the first and the youngest African-American to be accepted into the prestigious ‘Directors Guild Of America Assistant Training... Read more...
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Warner Music Group VP Exec: Kevin Liles - Photos by Ivanhoe
Not too long ago, I was watching Will Smith’s movie ‘The Pursuit of Happiness’ and I learned something. It’s not enough to just dream about what you want, you have to have the courage, discipline and diligence to attain it. When you want something bad enough, the world will make you earn it. In this world, to be rich and powerful is... Read more...
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Clout: Lamont Pete; MTV Casting Director
With the world becoming smaller and more advanced, people are starting to want to be entertained differently, and that includes television. Gone are the good old days of TV when you could sit down and watch a funny episode of ‘The Cosby Show’ or ‘Family Matters’. People want to feel much more connected to what they’re getting their kicks... Read more...
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IMG/ UNIVERSAL HEAD OF A&R: C-STYLES
I recently had the chance to catch up to a rising star. He’s not a rap artist, an actor, or an R&B singer. Well, at least not yet anyway. He’s a young A&R music executive, the head of A&R at IMG/ Universal to be exact. He goes by the name of C-Styles and if you ask about him, his name is as good as the American Express Black Card. In a... Read more...
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Big Business At 'Fashion Forty': C.E.O. Steve Nixon
I love it when dreams come true. It doesn’t happen everyday, so when you see it, or experience it, you have to appreciate it. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with two movers and shakers by the names of Steve Nixon, who happens to be the C.E.O. of NYC’s exclusive ‘Fashion Forty’ lounge, along with it’s general manager Mary Ann... Read more...
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'The Top 20 Richest People In The World' for 2007
20. Theodor Paul Albrecht - ALDI, Trade Joes, Albertsons Net Worth: USD $17.5 Billion Germany
Generally known as Theo Albrecht (born March 28, 1922, is a German entrepreneur, who in 2007 was ranked by Forbes magazine as the 20th richest person in the world, with a net worth of $17.5 billion. He owns the Trader Joe's... Read more...
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Warner Music Group VP Exec: Kevin Liles - Photos by Ivanhoe
Not too long ago, I was watching Wil Smith’s movie ‘The Pursuit of Happiness’ and I learned something. It’s not enough to just dream about what you want, you have to have the courage, discipline and diligence to attain it. When you want something bad enough, the world will make you earn it. In this world, to be rich and powerful is what... Read more...
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Good Business: Devyne Stephens
There’s so much going on for Akon right now. He’s already out sold super mega-star artists like Jay-Z & Nas with two million plus records under his belt, making him one of the most popular recording artist in the world today. His vocal tone is so distinct that he has worked with almost every major Rap artist, as well as produced hits for... Read more...