Black Pages International Magazine - Q1 2025
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by Black Pages International
26Sep
How Young Entrepreneurs Are Re-Defining Success in Chicago
A New Vision for Success In Chicago, a fresh generation of innovative leaders is transforming the entrepreneurial landscape. For Gen Z and Millennial founders, success isn’t measured by dollars alone.
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by Black Pages International
24Sep
The Legacy of Black Pages: Documenting Entrepreneurship Across Generations
More Than a Magazine: A Living Archive Since its very first edition, Black Pages International has been much more than a business directory or glossy magazine—it has served as a
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by Black Pages International
22Sep
10 Lessons from Black Entrepreneurs Who Made It Big
What Does Success Really Mean? For Black entrepreneurs in Chicago and across the nation, “making it big” rarely comes without challenges. Yet, from corner bakeries to tech startups to real
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by Black Pages International
19Sep
Why Representation in Business Directories Matters More Than Ever
Visibility Is Opportunity In today’s competitive marketplace, being seen isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. When Black-owned businesses are listed in trusted directories like Black Pages International, it sends a
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by Black Pages International
17Sep
From Side Hustle to Empire: Inspiring Journeys from the Black Pages
Every Empire Starts Small Many of today’s business titans in Chicago began their empires not with heavy funding or high-profile investors, but with determination, creativity, and modest side hustles. A
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by Black Pages International
15Sep
How Print Media Still Shapes Culture in the Digital Age
Beyond the Screen: Why Print Still Matters In a world flooded by digital alerts and fleeting social feeds, it might seem like the days of magazines and newspapers are numbered.
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by Black Pages International
12Sep
The Untold Stories Behind Black-Owned Businesses in the Midwest
Behind every storefront and business sign in the Midwest lies a powerful story of determination, vision, and resilience. While customers see thriving shops, restaurants, or service providers, what often goes
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by Black Pages International
10Sep
Community Impact Meets Business Innovation: The UP House Approach
When Tangela Thornton founded Unlimited Potential NFP, Inc., her dream was to do more than provide emergency shelter. She envisioned a place where young women facing housing instability, especially those
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