🚨BREAKING NEWS BLACK LEADER ALERT Dom Scott is somebody you need to know this black history month. Meet Dom Scott an award-winning business leader who’s made waves in the world of financial services and leadership. With nearly two decades at Foxtons and Alexander Hall, Dom didn’t just grow companies he grew people. Under his leadership, Alexander Hall saw over £14 billion in property lending, a 700% EBITDA increase, and more than 30 industry awards. 💼🔥 But behind the spreadsheets and success stories is a man powered by purpose. Dom is a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion, and social mobility, proudly serving as a Trustee for the charity Making the Leap helping young people from all walks of life unlock their potential. Whether he’s mentoring, fundraising, or speaking truth to power, Dom leads with integrity, empathy, and a smile that says “we’ve got this.” This Black History Month, BYP is shining a light on Black leaders you need to know people like Dom who are breaking barriers, lifting others, and redefining what leadership looks like. 👉🏾 Follow, like, and share to celebrate more trailblazers shaping the future. ✊🏾

Looking for meaningful ways to engage your teams this Black History Month? This October, UK Black Business Week offers two opportunities for organisations that want to move beyond statements and take real, visible action. Black Allyship Program: A half-day workshop designed for DEI leads, network champions, and inclusive leaders. UK Black Business Show 2025: With 7,500+ attendees, it’s one of the UK’s biggest gatherings of Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and allies. For organisations, it’s a unique space to connect with talent, listen, learn, and show up with impact. If you’re planning your Black History Month activities, these are two powerful places to start. Sign up for the Black Allyship Program: https://lnkd.in/eUAt-Mn6 Learn more about the Show: https://lnkd.in/eTJwkWpW #BlackHistoryMonth #UKBlackBusinessWeek #Allyship #Inclusion

What does it mean to rebuild an entire educational ecosystem after loss? For Adrinda Kelly and Stevona Elem-Rogers, the answer begins with spirit capital—the grounding, culture, and confidence Black educators instilled in them, and the brilliance they now pour back into New Orleans through BE NOLA. In this Rolling Out feature, Adrinda Kelly shares how her all-Black classroom journey in pre-Katrina New Orleans gave her an anchor strong enough to carry her to Harvard and back to become a founding Executive Director. Stevona Elem-Rogers shares how Birmingham roots and the wisdom of veteran New Orleans teachers shaped her decision to fight for culturally affirming classrooms after Katrina as a founding visionary. Together, they are restoring representation, building the Black Is Brilliant ecosystem, and proving that education is about more than academics. It’s about community, wellness, and self-determination. ▶️ Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eq9E6aSf #BlackEducation #BlackIsBrilliant #Leadership #BENOLA #Education #NewOrleans

The richest Black man in America didn’t build his wealth through sports or entertainment, he did it through government contracts. In this clip, Eric Coffie breaks down how Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, quietly became No. 1 on Forbes’ list of richest Black Americans, ahead of names like Michael Jordan and Robert F. Smith. While many chase visibility, others build quietly through federal contracting, solving government problems at scale. This is what happens when you understand how to leverage the federal marketplace instead of competing in oversaturated industries. 📞 Want to learn how to position your business for federal opportunities? Comment "YES" to Book a free assessment call. 🔁 Repost to share this with another entrepreneur who needs to hear it. 👥 Follow Govcon Giants (GCG) for real federal growth strategies that work.

It’s Black History Month ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽 This year’s theme, “Standing Firm in Power and Pride”, feels special. I wrote an article this week reflecting on what that means for Black founders, not just as participants in business, but as leaders shaping culture, the economy and the future. Power and pride don’t come from waiting for validation. They come from owning the story and amplifying it with conviction. Being one myself, I wanted to spotlight the resilience, creativity and influence of Black founders building their own lanes and rewriting the rules. 👉🏾 You can read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/eW_N5kBA #BlackHistoryMonth #Founders #PersonalBranding #StandingFirm #BlackHistoryMonthUK

We Have to Be the Change We Want to See. 🤝 In this vital clip from Thrivin, Jerome Hutchinson, Jr. emphasizes that our strength against any challenge lies in connecting, collaborating, and leveraging the immense talent and resources within our communities. This collective effort is our greatest leverage point to lift ourselves and continue to grow and thrive. If this powerful conversation on DEI and Black Professional Advancement resonated with you, watch the full episode replay here: https://lnkd.in/edvdMq2b Plus, this is just a glimpse of the rich content and celebration coming this October! We invite you to continue celebrating, elevating, and showcasing Black excellence and leadership throughout Black Professionals Month-Oct. 2025. Learn more, get involved, and support the movement here: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eg52X3sd Thank you very much to our incredible panel for setting the bar high: Panelists: Nikki Lewis Simon, Dr. Nikki R., and Natalie Norfus Moderator: Dr. Dennis Kimbro * * * * * 🚀 Grow your visibility through podcast guesting. Join Podmatch Now 🎙️ https://lnkd.in/edkSJ9_r ✨ #ThrivingPodcast #ICABA #CollectiveImpact #BlackProfessionalsMonth #DEI #Leadership #LivestreamEditors #ExecutiveHelpNow

October is Black History Month—a time to reflect, celebrate, and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Black individuals and people of colour across British society. From driving innovation in science and engineering to shaping culture, politics, and business, the impact of these communities is profound. The UK economy is enriched by the work of Black entrepreneurs, public sector leaders, and changemakers in industries ranging from construction and transport to energy and the arts. However, recognition is only the first step. At Pinnacle, we believe that anti-racism is an active, ongoing commitment. It’s reflected in how we recruit, how we work, and who we partner with. We don’t just talk about equity—we embed it in our processes, seeking out diverse voices, challenging bias, and ensuring inclusive practice in every bid we support. We also know we don’t have all the answers. That’s why we listen and learn from colleagues, clients, and community partners—especially those with lived experience. Collaboration is central to everything we do, and by working alongside people of colour, we are continually evolving how we show up as allies and advocates in the workplace and beyond. Because for us, excellence in bid writing includes creating space for everyone to thrive. #BlackHistoryMonth #AntiRacism #EDI #SocialValue #Procurement

I wrote a feature for The Stanford Daily on the Lee twins, Anais and Mirabelle, who recently started their freshman year at Stanford University and are empowering young Black writers. Anais and Mirabelle Lee have been in the entertainment industry since childhood, growing in their craft and taking on roles in major network TV shows and movies. They are known for their roles in productions like The Baby-Sitters Club, The Upshaws, and Saturdays. They were also in the music video for The Weeknd’s hit song, Die For You. Seeing the lack of Black writers in the entertainment industry, and being passionate about storytelling, they co-founded Black Writers of Tomorrow (BWOT) with actor Kolby Mitchell. BWOT exposes creative Black youth to the works of renowned Black writers and provides a safe space for them to hone their skills. It also encourages collaboration among these emerging writers and nurture their talent so they can reach their fullest potential. “We need more people to take young Black writers seriously and believe in their stories, not only verbally but financially as well, so we can see these stories on our screens and shelves,” - Mirabelle Lee Read the full feature: https://lnkd.in/d27vGazf Learn more about BWOT: https://lnkd.in/d2YNiNu8

Thousands of Black Educators, One Movement | NABSE Inspires Hope What happens when you’re the only Black educator in your state facing challenges? For Charlette Butler-Strickland, NABSE Conference Secretary and Principal in DCPS, the answer is simple: connection, community, and hope. “You may feel like you’re the only one, but at a NABSE conference, you find thousands of other Black educators overcoming challenges, sharing best practices, and proving that excellence is happening across the country.” This clip comes from a special Unlearned & Unlimited Podcast episode featuring the leadership team of the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE): Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney – President, NABSE | Superintendent of Aldine ISD Dr. Kimberly McLeod – President-Elect, NABSE Dr. William Blake – Secretary, NABSE | Educator, Leader & “Dr. KOOL” Phyllis L. Williams – Executive Director, NABSE Statia Paschel – NABSE Conference Secretary | SEL Leader & CASEL Fellow Charlette Butler-Strickland – NABSE Conference Secretary | Principal, DCPS 🎙️ Hosted by Dr. Sito Narcisse, this conversation highlights how NABSE builds hope and community for Black educators nationwide. 🌐 Learn more about NABSE: https://nabse.org/board/ 🔥 NABSE connects, inspires, and empowers Black excellence in education.

I created the Black History Month Allyship Toolkit because I wanted to go beyond the one-off gestures we so often see during October — you know, booking a Black speaker, serving some cultural food, and then moving on until next year. That isn’t enough. So many amazing people in workplaces reach out to me every year, asking “What more can we do?” I wanted to give you something tangible — a resource that lasts beyond a single event. The BHM Allyship Toolkit is 31 days of education and action. Each day gives you a Learn, Reflect, Act prompt, and every week closes with a discussion guide to help teams have meaningful conversations about allyship. It’s ready for you to use straight away — and it’s designed to make Black History Month impactful, practical, and lasting. If you’d like more information, let’s book a discovery call and talk about how this can work for your organisation.