How Fawwaz Ibrahim went from ‘scrawny kid’ to Flawless Athlete
Behind every Flawless Athlete design is a belief that everyone has the potential, as long as they put in the work to improve themselves every
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Kevin Bourne
Kevin Bourne is a freelance writer for OBJ. He is the CEO of SHIFTER Agency, editor-in-chief of SHIFTER (shiftermagazine.com), and a content, PR and branding strategist.
New research hub at Carleton sheds light on the experiences of Black entrepreneurs
The Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub is quietly taking shape at Carleton University as it prepares to embark on a multi-stakeholder approach to research that will
Life as an entrepreneur has brought Weggon Allen’s skills into sharp focus
Today, Weggon Allen is the proud co-owner of Lenz Studio, one of Ottawa’s premiere photo and video studios, but many years ago his life was
Determination lets this entrepreneur get the jump on any opportunity
While Yann Darevic has racked up a number of achievements under his belt over almost a quarter-century in business, his main accomplishment comes down to
Op-Ed: Employers must take the time to understand the pressures faced by their Black employees
Conversations surrounding Black mental health are long overdue. The pressures and traumas faced by Black people at work, at home and in the community are
From rapper to realtor: The beat goes on for Ottawa’s Greg Campbell
Partner in local agency Blue Panda Realty is no stranger to the limelight.
Ottawa poet hoping to perfect the art of the getaway with latest creative venture
Jamaal Jackson Rogers is putting the final touches on the Black Rhino Artist Retreat in Kinburn, a new space he says will be the region’s
The show goes on: Ottawa record industry vet still in love with music biz after 35 years
Mary Jelley has played a key role in the success of Canadian stars such as Blue Rodeo, Great Big Sea and Ottawa native Alanis Morrissette.
University of Ottawa student’s drinks made from a traditional Senegalese recipe are now available at eight locations in Ottawa and Montreal.
Op-ed: How businesses can support the Black community – and build a stronger Ottawa
Although it might seem hard to know where to begin to support the Black entrepreneurial community in Ottawa, there are a number of things any
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