Support Black Hoya-Owned Businesses this February

with Georgetown Entrepreneurship

In honor of Black History Month, we are proud to publish our first-ever Georgetown Entrepreneurship Black Hoya-Owned Business Guide. Enjoy browsing the incredible companies listed below, click on their photos to visit their websites, and help support Georgetown’s amazing and diverse Black alumni community.

Do you know a Black Hoya-owned business that would be interested in inclusion on this list? Let us know at entrepreneurship@georgetown.edu

Our Entrepreneurs

The Gathering Spot by Ryan Wilson (C'12, L'15) and TK Peterson (B'12)

The Gathering Spot is a private membership club that serves as a catalyst for collaboration, connections, and experiences uniquely positioned to foster and celebrate community.

AreaProbe by Curvin Leatham (SCS'13)

AreaProbe helps real estate investors and property operators use data analytics to assess demand for housing, retail, and healthcare services in a particular community.

Birth of a Nation by Alliyah Harold (C'20)

"At Birth of a Nation, we take the trauma out of the birthing experience. With our world-class health professionals, we allow women to choose between doulas, midwives and/or obstetricians for a better and holistic experience."

BOLDR Beverages LLC by Spenser R. Carter (B'11), Charles "Chuck" Houghton (B'11)

BOLDR produces science-backed and doctor approved functional drink mixes to boldly experience life's adventures. Save 10% on your order with Amazon Prime.

Clafiya by Jennie Nwokoye (SCS'21)

Clafiya is a platform that connects patients to community health workers to provide home-based primary care services.

City78 by Femi Adelakun II (G'17)

Through AI and data-driven methods, City78 distills consumer behavior and place identity, empowering stakeholders to realize neighborhood business potential and optimize the lived experience.

Cypher by Robert Jackson (SFS'14)

Cypher’s mission is simple connect visionary leaders and growth organizations with tactical analytics skill and the best decision support tools; every client investment acts as a building block, with Cyphers’ “each one/ teach one model”.

ColorComm, Inc. by Lauren W. Wilson

ColorComm, Inc. is the nation’s leading women’s platform addressing diversity & inclusion across the communications, marketing, advertising, and media industries.

Flolango by Izuo-Ere "Mimi" Digifa (Pivot'20)

Flolango, empowering people through poetry and great quality makeup.

GOODProjects by Darius Baxter (C'15)

GOODProjects is on a mission to break the cycles of poverty in Washington, D.C.. The organization hopes to lift 500 families out of poverty by 2030.

Juno Medical by Akili Hinson (C'04)

Convenient, affordable care designed for the whole family. Juno created a one-stop solution for you and your family’s day-to-day care needs that features exceptional hospitality, modern technology, and transparent prices that won’t break the bank.

Kynsho by George Crichlow (B'03)

Kynsho is focused on making functional, versatile and timeless outerwear with style that protects. Now featuring chic neck cowls and face masks!

Lafayette Square by Damien Twin (B'97)

Lafayette Square is an impact-driven, minority-owned investment platform. Founded by Damien Twin in 2020, the firm confronts critical societal challenges with capital and services in three core areas: housing, jobs, and financial inclusion.

MitchRich Communications by Nona Richardson (F'89)

MitchRich Communications is a public relations firm that specializes in social change communications help organizations engage their audiences, elevate their issues, and multiply their impact.

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MOBICOLOR by Paris Williams (B'14)

A brand of adult coloring books, activities , and events that reflects the current climate of culture and pays homage to fashion, pop culture, and icons of the modern era.

MW Consulting by Marcus A. Williams (SCS'10)

MW Consulting, LLC (MWC) was established in 2016 in Ward 7 in Washington, DC, as a full-service consulting firm, assisting businesses, nonprofits and federal and state government agencies with achieving communications and Information Technology (IT) goals and objectives.

Oneil's Famous Jerk by Oneil Batchelor

Providing the best authentic Jamaican cuisine in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia metropolitan area. 

Paladin Ventures, LLC by Eric Woods (B'91)

Paladin Ventures, LLC is a consulting firm dedicated to identifying and assisting entrepreneurs and emerging businesses in need of strategic planning, business development, marketing & brand management, and investment capital across a variety of disciplines.

Startup Institute by Shaun Johnson (C'07)

Startup Institute offer courses, and programs built to give people the skills, and network to build careers they love, doing work that matters, with innovative local companies.

Student Global Ambassador Program (SGAP) Leaders by Michele Joseph (MBA'96)

Since 2016, the Student Global Ambassador Program positions students ages 13-18 for post-high school success, so that they are primed as visionaries and agents for change in their communities and, in turn, the world.

Taylor Rachelle by Taylor Vinson (G'20)

Taylor Rachelle creates home and body products that inspire you to live fully and create a life you love. Their products are made in small batches with eco-friendly materials and intentional messaging.

T-I-L Technology Innovation Law by Christopher "Chris" Bennett (L'95)

"T-I-L,  a social impact enterprise, is democratizing intellectual property rights for marginalized and underrepresented entrepreneurs by making it easier and less costly for them to protect and to monetize their innovation—using services today and by developing a software solution to scale our reach going forward."

THRIVE! by Omolara Fatiregun (MPP ’02)

THRIVE! performs equity audits reviewing budgets and identifying opportunities and offering recommendations for more equitable government spending.

Trusted Advisory Group by Paul Blackman, Jr. (SCS'17)

UHustle by Christy Felix (B'20)

UHustle is an online marketplace for college students who provide products and services.

VentureLift Africa by Dr. Wilmot Allen (PhD, '18)

An advisory firm with a Diaspora crowdsourcing system for scaling top African SMEs through linkages with investment, trade, technology, talent, and advisory partners.

Ureeka by Prof. Melissa Bradley (B'89)

Ureeka is a single platform where Next Wave Entrepreneurs have access to the people, programs, and connections they need to grow.