Black-led Private Equity Firms | Vol. 1
By Tony O. Lawson A private equity investment acquires control of a company that already generates revenue, employs people, and holds assets. It defines who will own it, how it will be operated, and who […]
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Mary J. Blige in Beige Balmain Cotton Two-Piece for Houseguest Podcast Interview with Scott Evans
Mary J. Blige made an appearance on Scott Evans’ Houseguest podcast in a monochromatic beige Balmain look that delivered structured tailoring with a modern edge. Styled by Jeremy Haynes, the ensemble featured a $2,990 cropped […]
What’s The Connection Between Stress, Hormones, and Dark Spots in Black Skin?
Stress, hormones and dark spots, Oh my! For my beautiful women with melanin-rich skin, dark spots can feel like an ongoing cycle. Just when one begins to fade, another one or two, appears. You may […]
Lauryn Hill and Her Children Star in Black-and-White Denim Tears Spring 2026 Campaign Celebrating Heritage and Craftsmanship
In a powerful display of lineage and legacy, Lauryn Hill appears alongside her children in the Denim Tears Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, bringing family and fashion into striking alignment. Shot in black-and-white, the visual story strips […]
How 645 Ventures Deploys Capital Across Emerging Software Startups
By Tony O. Lawson 645 Ventures invests ahead of category formation using a framework the firm calls the Venture Capital Investment Triangle. Developed by co-founders Nnamdi Okike and Aaron Holiday, the framework identifies where innovation […]
Claire’s Life: Inside the Versace x Onitsuka Tiger SoHo Celebration in Caramel Leather and Chic Tai-Chi Sneakers
Last night, I stepped out in SoHo for the Versace x Onitsuka Tiger celebration, a chic coming-together between the Italian luxury house and the Japanese heritage brand. The event spotlighted a re-imagining of the iconic […]