💥 “It doesn’t happen overnight.” When I asked Michael Wynn how people can break free from financial struggle, he didn’t sugarcoat it. He spoke directly about the habits and mindset shifts that help Black families and professionals build lasting stability — even when the system isn’t built for them. What struck me most was his belief in starting small. He said the path to financial freedom begins with one habit, one plan, and one act of consistency — and that’s enough to create a ripple effect for generations. 🌱 What financial or life habit are you building now that your future self will thank you for? #MichaelWynn #HabitsDontLie #FinancialFreedom #BlackExcellence #Inspiration #Leadership #Empowerment #Community #WealthBuilding #TheColorBetweenTheLines #EstherDillard

Did you know that 70 % of Black entrepreneurs say they lack the tools to scale? The infographic we just launched, “21,” breaks down the five core focus areas that are turning that statistic into opportunity. At Hill Management Consulting we’ve spent three decades turning insight into action. Our entrepreneurship hub gives founders legal guidance, access to capital, and mentorship from seasoned Black business owners. In politics, we empower communities with policy analysis and civic‑engagement workshops that have increased voter turnout in underserved districts. On the education front, we partner with schools in Dallas and McKinney to embed culturally relevant curricula and provide after‑school academic‑athletic programs through the Reel Sports League, which already serves over 25 Columbus City Schools. Health and wellness initiatives—ranging from nutrition workshops to mental‑health outreach—close gaps in preventive care, while our family‑strengthening programs, including the “Pop the Balloon” experience, help couples and parents build resilient relationships. The “21” infographic shows how these five pillars interlock like the spokes of a wheel, each feeding the other to create a self‑sustaining ecosystem of empowerment. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, educator, or entrepreneur, you can tap into one or all of these streams to elevate your community. Let’s connect if you’re looking to amplify your impact through one of these focus areas. Visit https://lnkd.in/gmPbmKMi for more details. --- #BlackExcellence #CommunityEmpowerment #EducationEquity #YouthDevelopment #BlackEntrepreneurship #HealthEquity #FamilyEmpowerment #ReelSportsLeague #PopTheBalloon #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #DallasEducation

Did you know that 70 % of Black entrepreneurs say they lack the tools to scale? The infographic we just launched, “21,” breaks down the five core focus areas that are turning that statistic into opportunity. At Hill Management Consulting we’ve spent three decades turning insight into action. Our entrepreneurship hub gives founders legal guidance, access to capital, and mentorship from seasoned Black business owners. In politics, we empower communities with policy analysis and civic‑engagement workshops that have increased voter turnout in underserved districts. On the education front, we partner with schools in Dallas and McKinney to embed culturally relevant curricula and provide after‑school academic‑athletic programs through the Reel Sports League, which already serves over 25 Columbus City Schools. Health and wellness initiatives—ranging from nutrition workshops to mental‑health outreach—close gaps in preventive care, while our family‑strengthening programs, including the “Pop the Balloon” experience, help couples and parents build resilient relationships. The “21” infographic shows how these five pillars interlock like the spokes of a wheel, each feeding the other to create a self‑sustaining ecosystem of empowerment. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, educator, or entrepreneur, you can tap into one or all of these streams to elevate your community. Let’s connect if you’re looking to amplify your impact through one of these focus areas. Visit https://lnkd.in/giUH8vj8 for more details. --- #BlackExcellence #CommunityEmpowerment #EducationEquity #YouthDevelopment #BlackEntrepreneurship #HealthEquity #FamilyEmpowerment #ReelSportsLeague #PopTheBalloon #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #DallasEducation

From the 90s until the early 2000s, DEI existed primarily in the realm of business development, as a driver of economic growth. It mirrored the American empire's shift toward neoliberal policies, attempting to show a softer face to empire, one that was inclusive and accessible to many peoples so long as we adhered to certain fundamental rules of racial capitalism. Throughout this period, the left failed to adequately capture the merits of human diversity, instead focusing (and failing) to build class consciousness through a reductionist class identity. And now as American free-market neoliberalism collapses, and is replaced by economic nationalism, state pressure to eradicate DEI initiatives almost seems too easy. We have a wonderful body of knowledge on how to build institutions that cater to human diversity and leverage those differences to develop better services for humanity. We don't need to toss out these lessons and research on heterogeneity as we enter this new era. But it's most certainly time that we begin to transfer this knowledge outside of the control of markets (and capitalism) to building real grassroots power. From running diverse political campaigns to building diverse democratic institutions to creating diverse cooperatives, the realm of diverse power-building (absent the profit motive) is drastically under-researched and under-practiced. If you're a DEI practitioner that is struggling to find purpose in this new reality, I would suggest making this pivot: work on political campaigns, join your local government constituent organizations, join co-ops, get involved in community events and organizing, etc. Find ways to bring your knowledge and skills into areas that have been traditionally regarded as being dominated by the "left," an American left that, let's face it, has not always been diverse and inclusive.

Why was the B.R.I.D.G.E Program created? Did you know that Black Women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States? Despite this impressive growth, they still face significant barriers to success. For instance, Black Women receive only a fraction of the venture capital funding allocated to their white counterparts, often due to systemic biases and limited networking opportunities. These disparities in funding and support can hinder their ability to scale their businesses and thrive. The B.R.I.D.G.E Program aims to tackle these issues by fostering an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem that empowers Black Women and promotes equity in business growth. The B.R.I.D.G.E (B.uilding R.esources, I.nspiring D.evelopment, G.uidance, and E.mpowerment) Program was established to address the unique challenges faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs, particularly Black Women. Its primary goals are to provide access to resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities that can help level the playing field in the business world. We look forward to engaging with you!

Why was the B.R.I.D.G.E Program created? Did you know that Black Women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States? Despite this impressive growth, they still face significant barriers to success. For instance, Black Women receive only a fraction of the venture capital funding allocated to their white counterparts, often due to systemic biases and limited networking opportunities. These disparities in funding and support can hinder their ability to scale their businesses and thrive. The B.R.I.D.G.E Program aims to tackle these issues by fostering an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem that empowers Black Women and promotes equity in business growth. The B.R.I.D.G.E (B.uilding R.esources, I.nspiring D.evelopment, G.uidance, and E.mpowerment) Program was established to address the unique challenges faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs, particularly Black Women. Its primary goals are to provide access to resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities that can help level the playing field in the business world. We look forward to engaging with you!

🔥 Day 3 of the Black Wealth Summit!!!! What. A. Day. 🔥 From the stage to the audience, the energy was electric. We learned, we grew, and we committed to doing the work. 💪🏾 🎯 Dr. Pamela Jolly challenged us to walk The Narrow Road!!! The disciplined, purpose-driven path to generational wealth. 💸 The Banking Bros/Cash Compound, Jeremiah Dew & Jonah Dew broke down how to save and spend efficiently, helping us earn compounding interest instead of paying it. 🧾 Certified Tax Strategist Shantell Wilkins_ TheTaxQueen showed us how to use the tax code to save $30,000 between now and December 31st! 💞 Pastor Dr Hasker Hudgens Jr & Deanna Hudgens, CCIM reminded us that love and money are deeply connected, and helped us set healthy couple goals. 🚀 Javion Woods- Whetstone took us beyond passion into practical, powerful strategies to build our businesses and careers. 📜 Attorney Shannon Wilson ensured we’re not just building wealth, we’re protecting it for generations to come. 🤝 And Tamika Prince moderated a phenomenal conversation between Meliah Bowers Jefferson (Jolly Foundation) and Schrendria Robinson, MPH, CHES, MDiv (Clear Vision Seminars & Consulting) about Black philanthropy and what’s next for the Upstate! (Stay Tuned) 🙌🏾 Thank you, Greenville, for showing up with passion, purpose, and love all weekend long. Special thanks to all of our sponsors, supports and friends! Flywheel Coworking thanks for offering such an amazing space for the past two days! Kim Macklanburg and Southern First Bank thank you so much! I say let’s do it again! We’re just getting started. The movement continues. 💥 If you want to connect and learn how to play a role in Black Wealth Summit 2026 and/or our entire 2026 calendar with meaning educational events MONTHLY, drop “I Want In” below 👇🏾 or message me here on LinkedIn or at jburnett@pathfinderwealthgroup.com. Special thanks to Trey Glover for being our DJ and keeping the tunes going and the people upbeat!!! Thank you brother for always supporting anything we do. I appreciate you man! 🎥 Watch the reel, feel the energy, and let’s keep building together! #BlackWealthSummit #PathfinderWealthGroup #GenerationalWealth #FinancialFreedom #LegacyBuilding #GreenvilleSC #BlackPhilanthropy

The "Rooted in Money" series from Rooted Finance is important reading this Black History Month - exploring how wealth inequality, representation, and access intersect across the financial sector. At ABCUL, we’re proud to collaborate with Muna Yassin MBE and Rooted Finance through initiatives like Equity in Finance, helping to elevate these vital conversations and drive meaningful change across our movement. 💬 👇 Read Muna's blog linked below to learn more.

Black Wealth: 30 Years Stuck in Neutral | Channels.biz The Path Forward The last 30 years show that “business as usual” hasn’t worked for Black prosperity. Real change will require new ownership models, aggressive policy reform, better access to capital, and a focus on asset-building that goes far beyond token success stories. Black families and entrepreneurs need infrastructure, support, and investment to break the cycle—and finally move the needle on wealth and power. Follow the conversation #BlackWealth #RacialWealthGap #BlackEntrepreneurs #BlackHomeownership #EconomicJustice https://lnkd.in/g_EEXDgd

There are so many things that I love about the #creditunion industry. Here are a few. 1. It is a Mission Based financial industry. What does that mean? It means that every credit union's mission is to help its #member. #peopleoverprofit. We are seeing the evidence of this in the government shutdown loans. No other industry has stepped in or stepped up to help out those who are going with out. 2. People. 👇 Josh Rodriguez is just one example of the #amazing people who keep pushing and finding new ways to improve members lives. These are challenging times, and credit union people keep pushing forward, no matter how hard, because the know there is a "person/member" who needs them. Thank you Josh Rodriguez and so many, many others who do this - You #rock! 3. Making a difference. Without having to run into a burning building or being in the ER, #creditunions are #financial #first #responders. Helping members were they are at, it what this industry was founded to do and keeps in doing. #thankful #lovingit #humbledtobeapartofit.