I am a Milwaukee native who grew up in what is considered one of the worst zip codes for black families in the country-53206. I was raised in a two-parent, blended household with my mom and stepfather. Their love for real estate built financial wealth for our family with my parents eventually acquiring 22 properties and retiring in their early 50’s. I learned my love for real … [Read more...] about An introduction to Roxie Hendon: Real estate agent, title closer, sales agent and educator
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Dtangld Hair Salon Suite
Dtangld has been promoting that mantra since the beginning back in 2014 and setting yourself up for a fresh start at the beginning of the year has no doubt been a tradition since the calendar came to be. We’d like to thank the editors of the Milwaukee Times for the opportunity to share with you a few tips to help you start to cultivate that “new you” attitude, starting at … [Read more...] about Dtangld Hair Salon Suite
The 8th Annual MKE Business Now Summit tackles entrepreneurship and job creation
Registration now open for free January 26 event Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs has announced registration open for the Saturday, January 26, 2019 MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit. The free event, to be hosted at Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, 3275 N. 3rd St., includes workshops, panel discussions, and a resource fair with dozens of organizations that are … [Read more...] about The 8th Annual MKE Business Now Summit tackles entrepreneurship and job creation
WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations
On Monday, December 10, 2018, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced it has awarded $750,000 to four statewide minority chambers of commerce to support their efforts to assist minority-owned businesses. The funds are being awarded to the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin, the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin, the … [Read more...] about WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations
Goody Gourmets is a real treat for Milwaukee
Milwaukee native Jacqueline Chesser had a good career with benefits working for a large insurance company, but despite her situation she said for many years she wanted to do something else with her life. One day, she was helping a friend search for an apartment in 2005 when she found the perfect storefront to realize her 15-year-long dream of opening her own business making … [Read more...] about Goody Gourmets is a real treat for Milwaukee
Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, LLC welcomes art lovers and artists alike
Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, LLC is located at 4233 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Hours are M-F 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.. The gallery was created to bring affordable, custom framing and contemporary African American art to Milwaukee and its surrounding communities, and to the online community. Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, LLC co-owners Billie Nash, … [Read more...] about Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, LLC welcomes art lovers and artists alike
Diamond Discs International celebrates grand-opening of world headquarters
Diamond Discs International hosted the grand opening of their new global headquarters located at 9300 W. Heather Ave., in Milwaukee. Ugo Nwagbaraocha (top photo), President of Diamond Discs International, spoke about celebrating its expansion and investment in the local community. Diamond Discs' demonstrated growth and expansion has led to the firm’s capacity for consideration … [Read more...] about Diamond Discs International celebrates grand-opening of world headquarters
MKEing Coffee is making a difference
MKEing Coffee (pronounced Making Coffee) is a coffee roasting company and brand started by cofounders Chad Johnson and Jarod Cronk. MKEing Coffee was established to use profit margin from coffee to improve economic and employment opportunities in Milwaukee’s Central City. They are being mentored by Stone Creek Coffee and currently roasting out of Stone Creek’s factory. Johnson … [Read more...] about MKEing Coffee is making a difference
For 50 years Milwaukee has fallen for A&C Live Bait, Inc., hook, line and sinker
On Sunday, June 10, 2018, A & C Live Bait, Inc., is having their 50th Anniversary celebration which will continue throughout the week at their location, 314 East Center Street, Milwaukee, WI. The journey to a live bait and fishing store began with Acie and Carrie White, who are parents of the current owner, Tommy White and his siblings. Acie and Carrie were … [Read more...] about For 50 years Milwaukee has fallen for A&C Live Bait, Inc., hook, line and sinker
MLK Drive’s best kept secret: Voluptuous Secrets
Voluptuous Secrets, LLC, is a lingerie boutique for the full-figured woman located at 1740 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. For the past 16 years, Voluptuous Secrets, LLC owner Theresa Gazdik has specialized in catering to the curvy woman. At Voluptuous Secrets, LLC, Theresa is known for her expertise in sizing, enhancing, and fitting women who do not have alternatives … [Read more...] about MLK Drive’s best kept secret: Voluptuous Secrets