Introducing the American Express
100 for 100 program
100 Black Women entrepreneurs. | 100 grants. | 100 days of education and resources.

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Founder of a learning platform helping millennial women create a healthy connection between their mind and money.

ChiChi Anyanwu
Founder of a talent management company making big ideas a reality.

Berly Cordero
Founder of a nonprofit helping low-income women in developing countries achieve financial independence.

Tiffany Days
Founder of an ethic altering approach to multifamily management work.

Elayne Fluker
Founder of an online learning platform supporting Black women entrepreneurs.

Sissi Johnson
Founder of a cultural marketing firm sparking synergies between cultural custodians and socially conscious brands.

Sandra Johnson
Founder of a relationship-driven mobile app leveraging finance to empower communities and transform lives.


Victoria-Pearl Wright
The Creative's Corner Support Fund
Founder of a community project teaching Coaches and Creatives to build inclusive community-based businesses.

Day Bibb
Founder of eco-friendly skincare solutions for physical and mental health.

Alyscia Cunningham
Founder of a media company changing the dialogue around beauty standards through film.

Diana Hilaire
Founder of a care package program bringing self-care to moms, mommy's to be and women who have experienced pregnancy loss.

Shannon Leon
Founder of a monthly subscription box that aims to resolve, mitigate, and manage feminine Issues.







Shauntavia Ward
eleMINT Skin Health & Wellness Studio
Founder of a modern facial studio providing bespoke skincare that inspires and connects.

Dinai Yelverton
Perfect Vision 2020 (The uDe Agency LLC)
Founder of an experiential events agency creatively solving problems through social impact.

Brittany Cribbs
Founder of portable, luxury travel accessories that make being on the go more comfortable and convenient.

Brianna Hairlson
Founder of dance studio Impacting lives at all ages, stages, and abilities.


Mandi Masden
Founder of modern jigsaw puzzles that showcase contemporary artists of color.

Angela Richardson
Founder of non-toxic household cleaners and laundry detergent centered on eco-friendly living.


Phylicia Benjamin
Perfect Score Athletic Training Center
Founder of a training facility positively impacting lives through fitness and gymnastics.

Renee Bobb
Music City Icons Professional Women's Basketball Team
Founder of a Nashville-based women's basketball team that offers players opportunities beyond the hoop.

Laci Chisholm
Founder of a Brooklyn studio bringing accessible dance and fitness instruction to the community.

T'Nisha Symone Glenn
Founder of a fitness club bridging the gap between the Black community and the fitness industry.

Chavonne Hodges
Founder of a fitness company boosting confidence and vibes through TrapAerobics.

Odessa Jenkins
Women's National Football Conference
Founder of professional women's tackle football league.



Salma Nakhlawi
Founder of a digital wellness community that teaches womxn how to be strong.



Reese Scott
Founder of a safe space for women and girls to discover the world of boxing.

Yosara Trujillo
Founder of a wellness culture that improves quality of life.

Lundyn Carter
Founder of a rental bridal shop providing high-end experiences at sensible prices.

Elorm Dela-Seshie
Founder of an apparel and accessories marketplace showcasing the beauty and inventiveness of African Creatives.



Makeda Mikael
Founder of a line of stylish, functional work bags enhancing the modern working woman's hustle.

Elisa Molina
Founder of a community that is financially empowering BIPOC female artists through print collaboration.

Andrea Osei
Founder of a women's clothing brand that celebrates diversity & representation in fashion.

Dainelle Riley
Founder of an apparel company that promotes the collegiate experience on black campuses.


Kalilah Wright
Founder of a t-shirt company with MESSages that give a voice to the voiceless.

Ashlee Ammons
Founder of an innovative software that makes live or virtual networking and data gathering simple.

Bea Arthur
Founder of the first on-demand therapy service with a customized counseling experience.


Trenelle Doyle
Founder of a safer rideshare service for women, femmes and non-binary people.

Nicole Fenner
Founder of an empowerment book series inspiring children to believe in themselves.

Anna Gilchrist
Founder of a print and digital publishing group representing diverse voices in children's literature.

Cheryl Ingram
Founder of diversity, equity, and inclusion platform making workplaces inclusive of all employees.

Melissa Mueller-Douglas, LMSW
Founder of the Chocolate Mindfulness Retreat, connecting you to your mind, body, and breath.

Lindsey Murphy
Founder of a family friendly STEM education webseries and brand centered on home-based learning.




Domonique Townsend
Founder of an all-inclusive platform that supports working mothers’ work life success.

Bridgette Wallace
Founder of a co-living/learning space for developing young women of color into tech titans.

Karen Wilson
Founder of a digital platform bridging the gap for parents of children with learning disabilities.


Rose Hall
Founder of a premium herbal tea crystals line, without the wait or additives.

Maria Lara Bregatta
Founder of a Vermont restaurant connecting to cultures through food.


Kamilah Mitchell
Founder of handcrafted loose leaf tea where magic is the main ingredient.

Whitney Osei-Akintaju
Founder of a digital marketplace for authentic Afro-centric items.

Trista Sanford
Founder of a lifestyle brand enriching people’s lives through flavor and intention.

Tracie Shelton
Founder of a shared-use commercial kitchen designed for food-focused entrepreneurs.

Tracy Skelly
Founder of a baby food and feeding brand that celebrates cultural diversity.

Cydnie Smith-McCarthy
Founder of a wellness and juicing brand that looks, feels and tastes good.

Christine Wachira
The Wachira Group LLC dba Wachira Wines
Founder of a winery that is more than just wine, it's a lifestyle.

LaSonya Winstead
Founder of a platform to educate, engage and inspire local wine enthusiasts.

Queen Precious-Jewel Zabriskie
Founder of a catering company elevating your palate, one bite at a time.

Maryam Ajayi
Founder of a community that cultivates diversity, equity, and accessibility in wellness.

Naj Austin
Founder of a social wellness club designed to center and celebrate people of color.

Sherin Dawud
Founder of a social impact club that empowers women to connect and serve.


Elbi Elm
Founder of an inclusive membership hub centered around creative empowerment.

Elizabeth Gay
Founder of a community space for Black, Indigenous, and womxn of color changemakers.

Carina Glover
Founder of an app connecting women entrepreneurs to powerful brand partnerships.

Mikki Hernandez
Founder of a blog creating space for creatives & entrepreneurs of mixed cultural backgrounds.

Crystal Hines
Founder of an artist community supporting Black and Brown creatives.

Kisha Howell
Founder of an affirming community uniquely designed exclusively for Womxn of Color.

Bianca Jackson
Founder of an art gallery and event venue with a love and appreciation for connecting people through events.

Ruth Jean-Marie
Founder of a global impact organization that aims to alleviate poverty.

Joy Lindsay
Founder of a non-profit that equips girls to be impactful leaders.


Khadijat AKA Khadi Olagoke
Founder of a community that provides resources and support to Black girls considering sobriety.

Marty McDonald
Founder of a platform connecting different boss women to develop the careers of their dreams.

Nikki Porcher
Founder of a national non-profit that is educating, empowering & inspiring Black Women business owners.

Nadirah Simmons
Founder of a Hip-Hop social club and media platform to amplify Black women’s voices.

Samantha Sinclair
Founder of solutions to make early college prep simple and fun.

Alex Steinman
Founder of a vibrant community for women, non-binary, and trans individuals.

Michelle Walton
Founder of unique place for readers that represents our community.
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