While the economic challenges of the last few years have tested organizations of all stripes, Black-owned businesses closed their doors at twice the rate of other businesses during the pandemic. Studies show that less access to the financial system and lack of family wealth to draw from – both key avenues of financial security during economic slowdowns – are partly to blame.
Consumer spending habits are another major challenge for Black-owned businesses, which can struggle to scale up because of a misperception that their target market is a narrow demographic. Minority-owned businesses, however, are often marketing to broader audiences who never consider them.
I have personally experienced how convenient it is to visit the website of a prominent retailer and locate a significant portion of my shopping list in a single location.
However, in order to contribute to the advancement of Black-owned enterprises in the United States, UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, I have assembled an extensive roster of more than 450 Black-owned businesses spanning various sectors. Please take a moment to explore the list provided below! – By Sophia Conti
Black-Owned Businesses in the US
Accessories
Art & Design
Banks, Investment Firms, Credit Unions & Finance
Citizens Savings Bank and Trust Company
Vista Equity Partners Management
Beauty
BeautyStat Cosmetics (CA)
BeautyStat Cosmetics (NY)
Beauty & More
Books
Cannabis-Related Businesses
Clothing
Dance
Decorations & Furniture
Drink
Fashion Design
Fitness
Food
Footwear
Healthcare
Homeware
Jewellery
Laundromat
Media
Pet Care
Photography
Plants
Retail
Skateboarding
Toys
Wellness
Yarn
Black-Owned Businesses in Canada
Makeup for Melanin Girls (MFMG)
Black-Owned Businesses in the UK & Ireland
Accessories
Art & Design
Beauty & More
Books
Cannabis-Related Businesses
Clothing
Dance
Decorations & Furniture
Drink
Fashion Design
Fitness
Food
Grill Shack and Tiki Bar London