The order of websites is solely based on longevity of businesses, blogs, etc. allowing Black Advancement Inc. to advertise in their name.
Janet Leigh Jewelry – Janet Leigh is a Black owned, created, and designed jewelry brand. Janet Leigh is a lifestyle brand of eclectic handmade jewelry that blends the charm of Old World and ancient elements with contemporary sophistication. Each piece is created with the ideas of meaning, distinction and functionality as its focus.
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frederick, MD – If you are ever in the Frederick, Maryland area there is only one place to stop by to fulfill your culinary needs. This Tropical Smoothie Cafe is owned by a sister from Frederick, Md and is basically the go to for all BA Inc’s catered events. The food is delicious, the smoothies are unreal, and the kaleslaw is to die for!!!
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ICONNATN – ICONNATN (pronounced: icon•nation) is a Black owned faith based business based out of Frederick, Maryland that expresses faith and creativity through apparel design and community. They seek to curate an interactive experience by bringing Homegrown Quality Goods to the masses. With their unique and fresh designs you will not only look your best, but will convey a story of how you can be your best. Be amongst the Chosen Few and rock the NATN!
Odd Ninja Media – Odd Ninja Media is a Black owned publisher and production company with a mission to tell inspiring, exciting, thought provoking and authentic stories featuring culturally diverse characters through animation and comics. Odd Ninja Media is dedicated to collaborating particularly with showcasing the works of artists of color and those from underrepresented communities to contribute to bringing diversity to the comic, animation and sci-fi genres.
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Waist Watcher Beads – Waist Watcher Beads is a Black-owned business based out of Maryland that focuses on body positivity through beautiful and colorful beads. Check it out on IG and purchase to look fashionable and feel empowered!
Georgia Fort – Georgia Fort is an up and coming independent media star bent on changing the narrative of media. Since the inception of American media the image of black people on screen has been exploited, misrepresented, and served as a tool to dehumanize black people. Join this brilliant sista in her mission to change that and create a better and more relevant news media to and for Black people.
KNMA Brand Co – KNMA Brand is a new fitness and apparel company run by a brillant brotha and based out of Maryland. Their mission is to become a statement brand representing overall development towards a better self physically and mentally using a unique approach to personal growth, clothing, community development, and fitness. They aim to build confidence and self-worth and image with help from an extensive network. Their apparel is a contemplative brand built on a coalescence of streetwear and leisurewear, constructed to empower individuals through clothing.
Soul Fire Farm – Soul Fire Farm is an Afro-Indigenous centered community farm committed to uprooting racism and seeding sovereignty in the food system. They raise and distribute life-giving food as a means to end food apartheid by bringing diverse communities together to share skills on sustainable agriculture, natural building, spiritual activism, health, and environmental justice.
Smile N Style Dental – Smile N Style Dental is a Black owned dentistry in Frederick, MD. founded in 1996 by Dr. Vallerie B. Kee. They offer full service including hygiene, fillings, crown/bridge, implants, dentures and extractions. They also do cosmetic options such as veneers, whitening, and clear aligners. Besides their clear expertise, Dr. Kee and her dedicated staff create a warm and hospitable atmospheres that is unmatched. If you are in the greater Frederick, MD area and you are looking for a great dentist, look no further!
OUT40 – Out40 is a black owned website founded by a brillant sista in Frederick, Md. OUT40 highlights the arts, the streets, and the people of Frederick by giving needed exposure to various talents hidden and overlooked in a small town. As Frederick’s first urban blog, OUT40 provides a visionary space for outsiders and has been a voice for minority communities of Frederick for over a decade. With a buzzing Hip-Hop scene full of young and upcoming artist, the movement only gets stronger and stronger. If you have a gift and are looking to share within or nearby the Frederick area do yourself a favor and go OUT40!!
Purpose One Realty – Purpose One Realty is a Black owned Realty company that aims to build enduring and trusting relationships with clients and pledge to donate their time and resources to support community advancement one home at a time. Rooted in the principles of servant leadership, diversity, trust, and an unselfish mindset, Purpose One Realty is an obvious choice for your home hunting needs! If you are in Maryland, DC, Virginia, West Virginia, or Pennsylvania click the link!