Thulani Davis

In 1993, Thulani Davis born in 1949 became the first woman of any race to win a Grammy for best album notes.

Florence Rice

Florence Rice born 1919. founder of the Harlem Consumer Education Council. She has been called the “Ralph Nader of Harlem”.

Nnenna Stella founded The Wrap Life out of her exploration of her individuality and the wraps are for everyone.

Dr. Lisa Williamscreated The Fresh Dolls (through her company, World of Epi) —

Lydia D Newman born in 1865, date of death unknown. Invented and patented the first synthetic hairbrush.

Dreams and Jammies founded by Simone Edmonton is the first pajama line featuring children of color.