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EFOC 2024: Real Talk – Lessons from the Entrepreneurship Trenches

Chantel Powell, founder of Play Pits, shared her inspiring journey through entrepreneurship’s challenges at the Essence Festival’s Soko Mrkt panel “Real Talk – Lessons from...

All the Buzz: The Revolutionary Power of Men’s Hair

Essence Beauty joined the beauty talk with panelists Gladney, Terrence Baker and Averis Anderson, moderated by Aevin Dugas, to share their texture, style, and hair...

Beauty in Trans-lation

Essence Beauty joined the beauty talk with panelists Ve’ondre Mitchell, Amiyah Scott and Mariah Moore, moderated by Raquel Willis, to discuss beauty from the Black...

His Style, His Salary, His Skincare

At the first Essence panel in BeautyCon™ history, moderated by Kory Jarvis, panelists Theo Turner and Hakeem Holmes shared their men’s beauty secrets. More energy,...

EFOC: Monique Rodriguez And Beatrice Dixon Talk Building Community

NEW ORLEANS – On July 2, 2023, Monique Rodriguez, the CEO, and founder of leading natural haircare brand Mielle Organics, emphasized the significance of being...

EFOC: Business Owners Share Keys For Unlocking Million-Dollar Success

At the 2023 Essence Festival of Culture, the Soko Mrkt Stage was the ideal spot for budding entrepreneurs. Milan Harris of Milano Di Rouge and...

ESSENCE Festival of Culture: Entrepreneurs On The Art Of Being A Well CEO

The “A Well CEO: Self-Care Practices, as You Build Your Business” panel at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture unfolded as an enlightening exploration of personal...

Melissa Mitchell And Kim Roxie Ignite The Ambition Of Aspiring Entrepreneurs At Essence Festival

Melissa Mitchell, the visionary behind Abeille Creations, and Kim Roxie, the trailblazing force behind LAMIK Beauty, took to the Soko Mrkt Stage at the Essence...

Here’s What To Expect At The Essence Festival Soko Mrkt Stage

If you’re an aspiring or seasoned entrepreneur, the Soko Mrkt Stage at the 2023 Essence Festival Of Culture is the place to be. Whether you...