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College-educated Black women faced largest employment losses in 2025
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Looking for something tasty to eat? Check out these new Black-owned restaurants in Iowa
We love our soul food. Fortunately for us, there are some new Black-owned spots serving up the foods we crave.
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No Time to Start a Business? Ken Chester Says You Need Just Two Hours
If you had just two hours a week, could you turn your business idea into reality? A Des Moines entrepreneur says yes.
Quarterly business roundtable showcases small business owners of color in Des Moines
A quarterly virtual networking event based in Des Moines, Iowa, brings together aspiring small business owners of color.
Experts say mentorship is contributing to the growth of Black-owned businesses in the U.S.
What is driving the rise in the number of Black-owned businesses in the U.S.? Experts weigh in.
‘Proudly Black-owned’ Reliable Maintenance Celebrates 52 years
Des Moines Business Spotlight: Reliable Maintenance Company has a long history in Des Moines.
Quad Cities African American Resource Directory launches
Looking for a business in the Quad Cities area? A new resource makes your search easier.
College-educated Black women faced largest employment losses in 2025
Employment data show college-educated Black women were hit hardest by 2025 job losses, especially those who worked in government roles.
Looking for something tasty to eat? Check out these new Black-owned restaurants in Iowa
We love our soul food. Fortunately for us, there are some new Black-owned spots serving up the foods we crave.
The Only One in the Room: The Invisible Weight Black Women Carry at Work
The "exhausting emotional choreography" Black women perform in the workplace.