Black businesses have been booming in recent years. The coronavirus pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the focus on Black equity have pushed thousands of Black men and women across America to become bosses
According to Forbes, Black entrepreneurship continues to rise post-pandemic. The number of new Black business owners has risen 38%, and 17% of Black women are either in the process of launching or already running a new business.
While many Black business owners are thriving in traditional occupations, including retail, food, fashion and entertainment, many Black entrepreneurs have found success in non-traditional roles. Here are three Black entrepreneurs who are choosing their path as business owners.