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Category Archives: Behind the Business Spotlights
BTB Spotlight: Raymond Paul Lewis, RP Lewis & Associates
Raymond Lewis is a business mogul in the truest sense of the word. This Harlem native is charismatic, sharp, professional and a jazz lover who never forgets a name. Lewis’ larger than life persona is what draws so many … Continue reading
BTB Spotlight: Benita Johnson, The Vine Wine Club
Benita Johnson founded The Vine Wine Club in 2014. Johnson’s The Vine Wine Club is a subscription-based company that offers wine, education and lifestyle events to its members. In 2005, Johnson became the first Black woman-owned wine shop in Richmond, … Continue reading
BTB Spotlight: Celeste Croxton-Tate, Lyndigo Spice®
Celeste Croxton-Tate is CEO and founder of Lyndigo Spice, an artisanal small-batch line of chutneys, relishes, fruit spreads and spice blends launched in 2014. Her brand is low-sodium, sugar, vegan, gluten-free and packed with fresh ingredients. Croxton-Tate, a native of … Continue reading
BTB Spotlight: Chef Rock Harper, RockSolid Creative Food Group, LLC
The art of relationship building is crucial in this current climate where so many are suffering job losses amidst the pandemic. This soft skill is what has led chef Rahman “Rock” Harper to an incredibly successful culinary career. The San … Continue reading
BTB Showcase: Benita Johnson, The Vine Wine Club
If you haven’t been to Richmond, Va., Benita Johnson just may give you at least two reasons to get on the road or grab a flight to join her next month. As the founder of The Exclusive Blacklist, an annual … Continue reading