7 Best Cities for Young Black Entrepreneurs


The 2025 Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, highlights the profound role of Black workers in shaping the nation. From enslaved labor that built economies to entrepreneurship and labor movements challenging injustice, Black labor has been a catalyst for change. This year’s theme honors their resilience, contributions, and lasting impact.


7 Best Cities for Young Black Entrepreneurs

The Mocha Man Style team analyzed 30 U.S. cities on key factors such as cost of living, tax policies, infrastructure, funding, and culture to rank the best cities for young Black entrepreneurs. These seven cities emerged as particularly advantageous due to their strong Black communities, robust support networks, and thriving economies.

Listening is a Powerful Leadership Tool

People are hurting and they don’t know where to turn. You may be the only person who can help turn someone’s life around if you’re willing to listen.

How to Deliver Awesome Customer Service

Customer service is not a department – it is a vital part of an organization’s culture. Each day, you must make a conscious decision to serve your customers to the best of your abilities. Your level of service should amaze and delight your customers and make them say, “Wow!”



Historic Black labor Leaders

Black labor has been the backbone of America’s economic and political power, from slavery in 1619 to industrialization and mass incarceration. The exploitation of Black workers has fueled capitalism, yet Black labor has also been a force for change. Through organizing and activism, Black workers fought for fair wages and rights, shaping the nation’s democracy. Following is a small sampling of Black labor leaders and advocates who had a profound impact.

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Leon Thomas was destined to be an entertainer — he's been doing it for most of his life. His parents were both musicians and introduced him to their world early on. As an actor, he appeared in multiple Broadway plays before becoming a staple on the Nickelodeon network. Under the tutelage of Babyface, he earned his chops as a writer and producer, eventually penning and producing big hits in R&B and hip-hop.



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