The new year offers a fresh start and an opportunity to rethink how we support Black culture and businesses. Recent pullbacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by many corporations have created setbacks for Black entrepreneurs and communities. These changes have made it harder for Black-owned businesses to thrive and for Black culture to receive the recognition and support it deserves. This moment calls for intentional actions that go beyond corporate prog

After being diagnosed with Primary Biliary Cholangitis  (PBC), L. Marie Asad transformed her personal journey into a mission to support others facing the same reality. As the founder and president of the Friends of the PBC Foundation, she is creating space for education, connection, and empowerment for individuals navigating this rare liver disease. With more than two decades of experience helping others access healthcare and community resources, L. Marie brings both professi