Ifrah Ahmed Is Spreading Somali Culture One Pop-Up At A Time
Drawing inspiration from her Somali and Pacific Northwest backgrounds, the food writer, recipe developer and chef prefers doing things her way, with traveling dining experiences and multicultural dishes you won’t find anywhere else.
Betting On Black Travel: These Businesswomen Are Rebuilding The Hotel Industry With Inclusivity In Mind
We spoke to three hotel owners who are creating more inclusive experiences in hospitality while also keeping Black generational wealth building at the forefront.
Sorel Liqueur’s Jackie Summers: The Man Preserving The History Of Sorrel
Jackie Summers shares his story—including how the traditional Caribbean “red drink” sorrel inspired the creation of his Sorel liqueur.
For Them: A Community Aimed At ‘Queering Wellness’
Actor and producer Chloe Freeman founded the For Them platform to ensure the queer community—often overlooked in the wellness industry—could be properly served the products and resources they need to define their own kind of wellness.
The State Of Black Business 101 Years After The Tulsa Race Massacre
The Greenwood district, which was known as the “Black Wall Street,” was a bustling, thriving community in the midst of the Jim Crow era—until the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. We explore how this event still bears significance today, and its ongoing impact on the Black community.
How This East Atlanta Airbnb-Turned-Studio Rental Is Supporting Local Creatives
After suffering a blow to their Airbnb rental business during the pandemic, Reisha Rhodenbaugh and her husband are now redefining the meaning of a creative space while preserving East Atlanta’s culture.
Bold Spirit
As seen in the pages of Sweet July Magazine. Get the Spring/Summer 2022 Issue here! (Featured photography by Jason Meyers and Eric Ryan Anderson) Fawn Weaver built Uncle Nearest into the fastest-growing independent American whiskey brand. And her business formula—both in and out of the barrel—is only getting stronger with time. On the window ledge of Fawn Weaver’s […]
This Mother-Daughter Duo Is Bridging The Maternal Care Gap
Here’s how one data-driven platform is addressing the crisis in maternity and infant healthcare.
Tabitha Brown Is Intent On Spreading Love
Brown is living well—and she knows firsthand that good things happen for people when they live life intentionally. She shares her journey with Sweet July.
Spotlight: José Andrés
As seen in the pages of Sweet July Magazine. Get the Spring/Summer 2022 Issue here! Award-winning chef José Andrés is on a mission to feed those in need through his organization, World Central Kitchen. Find out how. José Andrés is a superstar in the food world. The Michelin-starred chef, who was born in Spain, is the founder of […]
Wonder Twins: How Entrepreneur Duo Coco And Breezy Lean On Their Relationship
The identical twins turned business partners share a bond and a vision that is as strong as it is inspiring.
Business Babies
These young entrepreneurs are taking success to a whole new level. Each one started a business at an age when most of us were focused on playdates and homework. Get inspired by their advice for people of all ages.