Every business tells a story.
As we continue celebrating our America in Bloom 250 Collection—a season-long tribute to the people, cultures, and traditions that make our country beautiful—August's Black Business Month is the perfect time to celebrate the entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators whose work continues to shape America's story.
Here are five Black-owned brands we're loving this month.
Harlem Candle Company
Founded by Teri Johnson, Harlem Candle Company creates luxury candles inspired by the art, music, literature, and cultural icons of the Harlem Renaissance. Each fragrance captures a piece of Black history while creating beautiful moments at home. Pair one with fresh flowers and your favorite playlist for the perfect slow summer evening.
Explore: https://www.harlemcandlecompany.com
The Best Man: Unfinished Business
Malcolm D. Lee's The Best Man has grown from an iconic film into a beloved television series, and now a novel. The Best Man: Unfinished Business is a thoughtful extension of a story that has resonated with audiences for more than 25 years, giving longtime fans another opportunity to reconnect with characters they've grown to love.
Explore: https://bestmanbooks.com/
Black Privilege Publishing
Founded by media personality and bestselling author Charlamagne Tha God in partnership with Simon & Schuster's Atria Books, Black Privilege Publishing amplifies bold voices across memoir, business, fiction, and culture.
Its growing catalog includes Lift Every Voice by Arsenio Hall, Uncommon Favor by Dawn Staley, and Charlamagne Tha God's Get Honest or Die Lying. Whether you're looking for leadership, inspiration, or your next great read, there's a story waiting for you.
Explore: https://blackprivilegepublishing.com
Earn Your Leisure + Invest Fest
Founded by Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, Earn Your Leisure has become one of the country's leading podcasts on entrepreneurship, investing, and wealth building. Every August, those conversations come to life through Invest Fest, bringing together business leaders, investors, creators, and thousands of attendees committed to building generational wealth.
Bonus: Earn Your Leisure is part of Charlamagne Tha God's Black Effect Podcast Network, created in partnership with iHeartMedia to amplify Black voices across podcasting.
Explore: https://www.earnyourleisure.com
Actively Black
Founded by former professional basketball player Lanny Smith, Actively Black creates premium athletic and lifestyle apparel while intentionally reinvesting in Black communities through education, entrepreneurship, and youth initiatives. Every purchase supports a mission rooted in representation, empowerment, and lasting impact.
Explore: https://activelyblack.com
Celebrate Beyond August
Black Business Month is a reminder to shop intentionally, but supporting Black-owned businesses shouldn't end when the month does.
Every purchase is an investment in creativity, entrepreneurship, and community. Just like every bloom in a bouquet contributes to something more beautiful, every business we choose to support helps shape America's story.
