Feature: Bonnie Skulark: A Home-Based Business Made with Love

Damita Miller-Shanklin When a friend and I walked into Craven + Maven, a beautiful shop on Springdale Road in Austin, I met Bonnie Skulark. She told us about the store and how all the items were made by local makers and artists. Skylark was part owner as well. She partnered with two other women to open this quaint store full of creativity and beauty. Here … Continue reading Feature: Bonnie Skulark: A Home-Based Business Made with Love

The Impact of Black-Owned Businesses on the Economy

Written by: Damita Miller-Shanklin Black-Owned businesses are important to our economic growth in our communities. These businesses generate employment and financial stability.  As businesses open their doors, they support not only the livelihood of the owner but also a sense of community.Wealth generation is another aspect of the black business impact. It causes change, prosperity, legacies for future generations and financial empowerment. Black entrepreneurs bring … Continue reading The Impact of Black-Owned Businesses on the Economy