Stephanie Tharpe

1 week ago | forbes.com | Stephanie Tharpe

Jackie Robinson didn't just change baseball — he changed America. In 1947, he became the first Black player in the MLB. His courage and resilience went far beyond the baseball diamond. Robinson was not only a multi-sport athlete but an Army lieutenant who challenged segregation in the military and an unapologetic advocate for civil rights. His impact was and remains monumental in the sports and civil rights conversation.

1 week ago | asianamericans.einnews.com | Stephanie Tharpe

NEW YORK - 1946. Jackie Robinson is the featured star on the cover of Negro Baseball magazine for ... More 1946. (Photo by Mark Rucker/Transcendental Graphics, Getty Images)Getty Images Jackie Robinson didn't just change baseball — he changed America. In 1947, he became the first Black player in the MLB. His courage and resilience went far beyond the baseball diamond.

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Stephanie Tharpe

In the US, we live in a society where motherhood is heavily stigmatized. 28% of single mothers live in poverty, with Black mothers being disproportionately impacted. Jaycina Almond is actively working to change this narrative. As the founder of The Tender Foundation, she provided critical resources and financial support to single mothers in Atlanta.

4 weeks ago | forbes.com | Stephanie Tharpe

Marsha Guerrier understands the obstacles women of color must overcome when starting their own businesses. They face restricted funding opportunities and insufficient mentorship making business ownership seem out of reach. Marsha established HerSuiteSpot as a way to deliver essential business resources, funding and leadership guidance to women who want to start and scale their career or business.

4 weeks ago | forbes.com | Stephanie Tharpe

Rasheen Farlow is hailed as a cultural strategy master. After 16 years in marketing he continues to transform brand storytelling through innovative approaches. Through his distinctive marketing approach, Farlow has revolutionized business operations by developing impactful activations that build authentic relationships between brands and their target audience. Rasheen specializes in cross-industry activations with his portfolio spanning the fashion, sports, and entertainment sectors.