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Whoopi Goldberg is being honored. The veteran-actress-turned-television-host has received the Key to West Hollywood! The honor was a result of her commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community and for her work as an entrepreneur, owning the first branded and tested woman-owned cannabis brand in California, Gold Derby reports. Goldberg’s foray into cannabis dates back to 2016. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, she launched Whoopi & Maya alongside co-founder Maya Elisabeth of Om. The company existed to provide medical cannabis to those experiencing menstrual pain, according to CNN. However, that company shut down in 2020 following a string of conflicts. “They wanted to include menstrual cramps in the list of things you can prescribe medical marijuana for but the governor said that will never happen in New Jersey because our doctors only prescribe marijuana for ‘real’ pain,” Goldberg said in an interview with The Cannabist at the time. “The fact that people think of (women’s health) as a niche...
It’s no secret that Ayesha Curry is multi-faceted. The Canada native has a series of entrepreneurial efforts, including restaurants and cookware, a subscription box, and real estate ventures. In 2018, Ayesha Curry partnered with her sister-in-law Sydel Curry-Lee to launch their wine brand, Domaine Curry. Based on reports, the celebrity-backed brand sold its wine to Constellation Brands for an undisclosed amount.
The beautiful Jordyn Woods continues to level up to greater heights, and, this time, she is adding the role of brand ambassador for Playboy’s Centerfold creator-led platform to her resume. Congratulations to @jordynwoods on becoming the first ambassador for Playboy’s centerfold platform 🤍 pic.twitter.com/hOnNg4lPDZ — MEFeater Magazine (@mefeater) June 23, 2022 Following its official launch in December 2021, Playboy Centerfold has taken off in a huge way. As previously reported by AfroTech, the brand tapped Cardi B as its first-ever creative director in residence. The purpose of the platform is to provide a way for “creators to interact directly with their fans” while also promoting “sex positivity.” It also made a promise to serve as “the next evolution of Playboy’s long history of the intersection of culture.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by HEIR JORDYN (@jordynwoods)
Jordyn Woods — model, socialite, and Hollywood mainstay — proves that she’s more than just a gossip-generating headline. Although she’s only now coming into her own for her business moves, there’s reason to believe that this is just the start of what will be the Jordyn Woods empire. Initially getting her own traction on her OnlyFans page — which, it must be clear, did not feature any nudity — Woods went on to launch her own businesses, including an athleisure line, a fitness app, and several partnerships and endorsements with clothing companies from all over the world. “We get to create our story and own our narrative,” she said of joining the network. “Be yourself and if people don’t understand you, F**K EM.” What’s more, Jordyn Woods is in a happy, healthy, stable, and loving relationship with a loyal man who spoils her every day. Former “Grown-ish” star Jordyn Woods disclosed that she was dating Karl-Anthony Towns on her YouTube show, “Regular-ish,” and Towns couldn’t stop...
This Black-owned cream liqueur brand with a national presence has announced a whole new brand identity! According to a press release, LS Cream Liqueur — inspired by the iconic, traditional Haitian drink known as “cremas” — is on track to quintuple its revenue from last year. The brand’s overall mission is to place the founder’s authentic family recipe in the hands of the modern drinker. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LS Cream Premium Liqueur (@lscreamliqueur) They’re also looking to transform the way that people enjoy cream liqueurs outside of just the holiday season. “LS was first inspired by my grandmother’s cremas recipe that we’ve enjoyed at our family celebrations for decades,” said co-founder Stevens Charles in an official press release. “We managed to capture the taste of cremas and put it in the form of a traditional cream liqueur to make it more versatile for cocktails and easy sipping since the homemade version is usually a thicker recipe. We’re excited to...
Today, NBA Hall of Famer Chris Webber has announced a step toward achieving not only his dreams but those of his community as well. In an effort to ensure minorities will not be left out of the cannabis industry, the entrepreneur has announced The launch of The Players Only Holdings — co-founded with entrepreneur Lavetta Willis — will bring a $50 million cannabis operational and training facility to Detroit, MI. “To be able to bring this to Detroit is the most special thing because I waited,” said Webber in a press statement to CBS Sports. “I waited till I really learned the industry; we’ve been in here a while. I waited to try and see what the right landscape was, and all of that studying and preparation and patience really makes me feel like I just can’t wait to hit this here, and the people are going to make it a home run.” This news follows just five months after Webber’s nonprofit WebberWild partnered with Cookies U to create cannabis-led initiatives to provide educational...
Kevin Durant is one of the latest public figures to lend a helping hand to the cannabis space. However, instead of cashing in like other celebrities, he’s more focused on a plan to destigmatize the industry. Earlier this month, the Brooklyn Nets player and his investment firm, Thirty Five Ventures, in addition to its sports media network, Boardroom, inked a multi-year deal with cannabis e-commerce company Weedmaps — dubbed the “Yelp for pot.” The inclusive collaboration will reportedly combat the many misconceptions around cannabis and advocate for its legalization. Moreover, the new partnership includes a sponsorship deal with Boardroom that will help advance the conversation around athletes’ use of cannabis and its wellness properties that can be beneficial for recovery. In addition to that, Boardroom will also work with Weedmaps to produce an original content series, which is tentatively slated to debut in 2022. “Now more than ever, there is so much opportunity for growth in the...
OnlyFans is no longer just only for adult content. The streaming service wants a new reputation that pushes a different agenda for its creators — starting with its app. According to several reports, OnlyFans — which has only previously been accessible through its website — created a brand-new app earlier this year that offers videos with some of its biggest creators. What comes as a surprise from the notoriously explicit platform is that its new app shows no nudity. That’s right, OnlyFans is getting wholesome to add its services to Apple and Google app stores. The ad-free app is called “OFTV” and it officially launched back in January, but this week OnlyFans says that it’s marketing the app to attract those who aren’t already subscribed to the streaming service. It reportedly offers a library of over 800 videos that includes original content from chefs, yoga instructors, podcasters and more. It even features an original series called “Unlocked” that shares conversations with...
In 2021, Method Man made headlines when he announced that he was investing in two 21st century business opportunities: NFTs and cannabis. In the first case, the Wu-Tang Clan rapper announced that he was joining forces with Flow Blockchain and Tunego to release non-fungible tokens (NFTs) of his proposed comic series called “Tical,” named after his legendary debut solo album. “The exclusive collection will feature original characters, animations, artwork, apparel as well as unreleased music from the rapper that will all be for sale. Additionally, a 3D-enabled digital animation detailing the origin story behind ‘Tical World’ will be released in conjunction with New York artist Alex Smetsky,” we previously told you. Then, Method Man announced that he was joining the cannabis industry with a Tical-branded line. This line was created in partnership with several minority cannabis entrepreneurs in Colorado. And when he’s not doing all that, the rapper-turned-actor is starring in films and...
Jay-Z’s isn’t just cashing in on the cannabis business, he’s leading the charge to break barriers too. Business Insider reports that the billionaire icon’s cannabis organization, The Parent Company, announced this week that seasoned business executive Troy Datcher has been tapped to serve as the company’s new chief executive officer. Datcher’s new role marks a first for the cannabis industry as he will become the first Black CEO to lead a major, public cannabis organization based in the U.S. Datcher is set to start his new position effective Sept. 8. After a 20-year tenure at The Clorox Company, he brings with him decades of experience from his previous roles as the company’s senior vice president and chief customer officer. He was also responsible for leading the company’s worldwide sales organization so there’s no doubt he will rise to the occasion in his new appointment. “Troy brings a wealth of invaluable experience driving high-volume sales, implementing growth strategies, and...
Method Man is now a businessman in the pot industry. According to Westword, the legendary Wu-Tang rapper and actor has launched a new cannabis line called TICAL, which is named after his first solo album. In collaboration with Boulder marijuana grower Vera, TICAL will begin a limited release of products to Denver dispensaries beginning on Aug. 13, and the line includes various strains of popular marijuana plants. The first strains include Sweet Grease, Free Mac and Orange Cookie Kush which will make their debut at Simply Pure and WolfPac Cannabis stores. “I’m absolutely thrilled at the prospect of bringing TICAL to Colorado’s mature and sophisticated adult-use market,” Method Man says in a statement to the outlet announcing the launch. “Our team has worked long and hard to bring the same energy, creativity, and equity to this brand that I have to everything I have done throughout my career.” Additionally, TICAL took the extra step to partner with Simply Pure and WolfPac, two...
Soulja Boy may not be the first rapper to break into the cannabis industry, but he is the latest Hip-Hop artist to cash in on the business. According to a press release, Soulja Boy is launching his own cannabis brand called Soulja Exotics™ with a line of medicinal-quality marijuana in partnership with Grizzly Peak™. The rapper’s brand of marijuana will be distributed exclusively in legal cannabis dispensaries throughout California. For many rappers, the cannabis industry has become a new avenue of revenue that’s getting them more involved in the business. While people like Jay-Z, Wiz Khalifa and others making moves on behalf of Hip-Hop and Black and brown people, Soulja Boy is forging his own path to better connect with fellow smokers. “For years, I’ve been looking for a premium cannabis company to bring my product to market,” Soulja Boy said in a statement. “Grizzly Peak grows their medicinal quality cannabis indoors in coco fiber giving it a smooth inhale and exhale. I have so...
Steph Curry has plans to help close the racial wealth gap. The NBA superstar will join forces with the nonprofit NinetyToZero in an effort to close the wealth gap that is currently plaguing America. According to NinetyToZero, closing the racial wealth gap could increase the economic growth of the U.S. by $1.5 trillion over the next decade. They also report that Duke University research revealed that the wealth gap between Black and white Americans is between $11 trillion and $13.5 trillion. “Uncovering solutions and creating opportunities is something I’m profoundly committed to,” said Curry in an official press release. “Bridging the racial wealth gap is one of the biggest challenges of our generation. We are setting a concrete approach that every organization can take to initiate meaningful progress now.” Curry will also be joined by American Express, cannabis company, Green Thumb, the NFL’s Washington Football Team, and the United Way of New York City. Other partners include the...
Here’s to a more inclusive cannabis marketplace! According to information provided to AfroTech, The Parent Company, California’s leading vertically integrated cannabis company, has announced that it has chosen The Peakz Company (Peakz) as the Company’s second social equity corporate venture fund investment. In a move following their initial investment in Josephine & Billie’s, the new announcement solidifies their commitment to helping create a more equitable cannabis marketplace. Peakz, an Oakland-based cannabis brand created by Jessie Grundy, will now have the opportunity to leverage The Parent Company’s expansive DTC capabilities and retail locations which in turn will enhance its footprint in the California community. “The Parent Company’s partnership will provide us with the tools to grow Peakz as a business and reach its full potential as a brand, both of which are exciting prospects in achieving my vision for the company,” said Grundy in an official press release . “With their...
Jason Derulo has turned his “Milli Meals” into a one-of-a-kind, limited-edition virtual restaurant thanks to his new partnership with Jack in the Box. In a press release announcement, it was revealed that the One in a Milli Virtual Restaurant has launched for a limited time exclusively on Uber Eats. From now until June 28, Jack in the Box restaurants throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area will have “Milli Meals” available through their virtual kitchens. “I’m pumped to be teaming up with Jack in the Box to celebrate my next million of TikTok followers! Jack in the Box is my guilty pleasure, so this partnership was an opportunity to bring my larger-than-life Milli Meals in a unique way, through creation the first-ever One in a Milli Virtual Restaurant,” Derulo said in the press release announcement. “With Jack’s menu variety, we curated the ultimate spread that includes five deliciously indulgent items. Fans will be able to test out our concoctions for the first time only on Uber...