If you tuned into the Black Girl Magic Summit that took place last weekend, then you got to witness an amazing weekend full of inspiration, guidance, insight and lots of #blackgirlmagic! Capital One presented us with the Black Girl Magic Pitch Competition which featured 5 finalist and 3 grand prize winners.
There were many participants that entered for a chance to win the three grand prizes from Capital One, however not everyone was able to win. It takes a lot to put yourself out there in order to take your brand to the next level—and we at Boss Women Media know all about this. So, we wanted to do something special for the participants that did not win the grand prize, but still shared their businesses with us.
We’ve compiled a 4-part list which highlights all of the Black Girl Magic Pitch Competition participants. Keep reading to find out more about these amazing businesses!
Black Girl Magic Pitch Competition Featured Businesses I
Business Name: What We Ignore
Why you started your business? I started this business to bring awareness to society norms that we ignore. I wanted it to be a comfortable environment for people to speak about uncomfortable topics. Who ignore does not limit any discussion.
What does your business do? My business brings awareness to society norms. It has clothing apparel that brings awareness to society norms. There are Podcast, YouTube Twitter and Facebook postings available for What We Ignore.
When did you start your business? 1/25/0020
Who is your target audience? 16-36
Business Name: Greentop Gifts
Why you started your business? I wanted diverse gift wrap to wrap my son’s Christmas presents in. What started as a passion project, turned into a business.
What does your business do? We bring diversity to your celebrations with diverse gift wrap and holiday apparel.
When did you start your business? 9/22/2016
Who is your target audience? Women ages 25-60. Primarily Moms and PANK’s ( Professional Aunts No Kids)
Business Name: BLK ELEMENT
Why you started your business? To help women and men regain their confidence back in their hair.
What does your business do? Help men and women regrow their hair where they may have had hair loss.
When did you start your business? 3/12/2020
Who is your target audience? Everyone honestly.
Business Name: Mila Christina CASHMERE FOR BABIES & KIDS
Why you started your business? Because there was a lack of warm comfortable quality baby and kids sweaters.
What does your business do? Unisex cashmere baby bodysuits and cashmere kids sweaters.
When did you start your business? 1/4/2016
Who is your target audience? Mother of babies and toddlers
Business Name: Jessie D. Realty, Inc.
Why you started your business? I use to struggle financially and also watch my family struggle. I told myself the generational curse of lack and being financially illiterate will stop with me. I educated myself and told God that if he got me out of this situation I would never get myself back into it. He helped me recover my credit and I started helping people on the side. I always loved real estate but no one in my family owned a house. I got my license and made it my life’s purpose to help others create generations wealth and learn how to invest and be a light.
What does your business do? Financially educate youth and the community about home ownership, good credit and help people qualify for mortgages and anything else.
When did you start your business? 9/19/2019
Who is your target audience? African Americans 15-50
Business Name: Soulteria
Why you started your business? After travelling the world and witnessing the devastating effects post-consumer waste is having in our planet I made it my mission to be a force for change. The fashion industry has become notorious for its waste production, water consumption and carbon footprint. I founded Soulteria to help the women of today positively impact her environment and combat the global climate crisis through ethically produced sustainable swimwear, without compromising quality, function or style.
What does your business do? Soulteria works with companies like Econyl & Repreve textiles to gather discarded nylon and plastic waste from our oceans and landfills in order to produce high quality sustainable swimwear.
When did you start your business? 4/22/2020
Who is your target audience? Women ages 20-50 that are shopping high quality lifestyle and fashion items that are sustainably and ethically made.
Business Name: Rebundle
Why you started your business? After experiencing skin irritation from synthetic hair, I knew that there had to be a better way to relieve my itchy scalp than to wash the hair in apple cider vinegar. Moreover, the plastic waste created by synthetic hair is an overlooked environmental justice problem because it’s a product predominately used by Black women; but this industry is largely controlled by Asian communities. I started Rebundle to empower the community that fuels this industry to have agency over the health and environmental impact of synthetic hair products.
What does your business do? We recycle used synthetic hair to eliminate the single-use waste, and will launch non-toxic synthetic hair that eliminates skin rashes.
When did you start your business? 6/15/2019
Who is your target audience? Black women, women who wear braids and protective styles
Business Name: Diva Day Consulting
Why you started your business? Being raised in a single parent household I have personally realized the importance of positive mentorship in helping to bridge the gaps of essential growth. In being a High School Teacher and Coach I wanted to be able to provide inspiration on and off the field. Equipping our next generation of lady leaders with tangible tools for purposeful leadership is not only my responsibility but also my hearts joy.
What does your business do? Diva Day Consulting (DDC) is a consulting company that promotes the development of character building and leadership skills. Here at DDC we empower and provide practical tools to help guide leaders, coaches, athletes and parents through the process of seeking personal and athletic excellence. We have 20 plus years of empowering people to reach their goals and exceed their expectations through the avenues of coaching, mentoring and leadership development.
When did you start your business? 6/27/2018
Who is your target audience? Girls Ages 12-18
Business Name: A Taste of Healing
Why you started your business? On April 2, 2019 I gave birth to my precious baby boy Little Eddie Lee Engram lll at 3:29am. Little Eddie is now in gods arms, but forever in our hearts. Losing my baby opened my eyes to everything around me. Little Eddie has given me a new meaning of what life looks like and what it means to experience life.
What does your business do? It is my goal to foster a safe place for women to walk confidently in their purpose after Pregnancy & Infant Loss. Through heightened exposure in advocacy for pregnancy & Infant Loss, food, fashion, and design, I bring attention to many evaded topics in relation to self-esteem in a digital age.
When did you start your business? 6/15/2020
Who is your target audience? All women & Angel mamas
Business Name: Endless Events by Kat
Why you started your business? My passion for coordinating and planning events
What does your business do? We coordinate and plan events
When did you start your business? 9/23/2017
Who is your target audience? Anyone having a social event
Business Name: She Means Business Incubator
Why you started your business? Over the last few years, the number of businesses owned by women of color, specifically Black women, has increased by 164%. However, income levels and business revenue have failed to complement this groundbreaking growth. Women of color still earn exponentially less in their businesses, and many owners have incomes that place them within the poverty bracket. SMBI combats the disparities in revenue and funding opportunities for underrepresented women founders. Since its inception, SMBI has advocated for underrepresented women founders’ rights and works to eradicate earning gaps within entrepreneurship.
What does your business do? The She Means Business Incubator helps underrepresented women founders develop viable businesses that aid their communities’ economic development. SMBI is a for-profit social enterprise. We charge a program fee for our incubator as opposed to taking equity away from startup founders. Our goal is to help women founders retain as much ownership of their companies as possible.
When did you start your business? 1/1/2020
Who is your target audience? Millennial BIPOC
Business Name: Fun-Diggity Funnel-Cakes
Why you started your business? I started Fun-Diggity Funnel-Cakes because I realized that Funnel-Cakes were not easily accessible or affordable within my community. Fun-Diggity provides a Funnel cake experience within the inner city of Los Angeles and surrounding areas all year long.
What does your business do? We serve 5 star gourmet Funnel cakes
When did you start your business? 7/4/2016
Who is your target audience? Funnel cakes are for all ages. Our target audience is families who love to create memories and enjoy tasty treats with each other.
Business Name: Cleo Yoga Finance, LLC
Why you started your business? I started my business after overcoming my own financial struggles. I knew that if I can overcome my financial losses and experience financial gains, then I can help others do the same. We all have a different vision for what financial freedom looks like. With the right plan, the the right mindset, combined with consistency and dedication, we all can achieve the lifestyle we desire. Not only in our financial lives, but in all areas of our life.
What does your business do? I mix yoga and finance to help transform mindsets and create healthier financial lifestyles. I offer one-on-one financial coaching, online financial courses, and yoga finance classes (money yoga).
When did you start your business? 1/6/2018
Who is your target audience? Millennials
Business Name: Enlight CPA LLC
Why you started your business? I started my business as a venture to gain financial independence and serve my community by granting them access to Certified Public Accountant at affordable prices.
What does your business do? We provide bookkeeping, auditing, business consulting and tax preparation and planning services at below market rates.
When did you start your business? 1/1/2018
Who is your target audience? Tri-State area
