Black owned businesses

Jamye Wooten saw a gap: Black-led nonprofits in Baltimore lacked funds, resources and networking connections, yet they were duplicating services. Wooten created Cllctivly to uplift Black Genius and re-frame the narrative of his hometown.

Skin disease doesn’t look the same on everyone. We meet a software engineer who uses artificial intelligence for a diagnostic app that will allow users to better recognize abnormalities on Black skin. And a dermatologist raises awareness of the needs of patients of color.

Two social justice activists are using home-building and home ownership to give Black women and low-resource communities new opportunities to gain financial security.

There are big plans under way in Downtown West Baltimore. And small business is leading the charge. We hear from the head of Baltimore Development Corporation and two new brick and mortar store owners on Howard St.

Baltimore Mayor Jack Young announced a $2 million grant fund for small businesses today. The fund aims to help businesses reopen safely and recover from…