Empowering Excellence: Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses in Honor of Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, we spotlight 50 Black business owners from Dayton and Cincinnati who embody the essence of innovation and resilience. These trailblazers span various industries, including technology, culinary arts, fashion, healthcare, and more, showcasing our communities’ rich diversity and talent. Their ventures contribute significantly to the local economy and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs by demonstrating what is possible with vision and perseverance.

Each business owner brings a unique story of challenge, triumph, and unwavering determination, reflecting the broader narrative of Black entrepreneurship's critical role in fostering economic empowerment and social change. By supporting these businesses, we contribute to a cycle of community development, job creation, and wealth generation that benefits everyone.

We invite you to support the local vendors on our list and experience their vibrant entrepreneurial spirit while contributing to the community’s growth.


Dayton Business Owners

Jenny Wariboko | Healthcare
First Priority Urgent Care
www.firstpriorityurgentcare.com
(937) 723-7230

Albert Powell | Construction Abatement
CPM Enterprises
http://cpment.com
937-657-8915

Paula Willis | Retail
Now and Zen Terrariums
https://www.shopnowandzen.com/
937-813-7122

Emerald Sparks | Professional services
www.emeraldsparks.com
513-2756-8535

Keon McCarroll | Retail shoes
Sole Touchers LLC
www.soultouchers.com
424-354-6365

Shakira Johnson | Desserts
Sweet Punkins Pies LLC
sweetpunkinspies.com
937-503-1499

Kimberly Jarvis | Education
Pop Up Preschool LLC dba PuP, LLC
www.nationalparentacademy.com
937-673-6988

Dontoja Anderson | Art / Photography
Denise Danielle Photography, LLC
https://denisedaniellephotographyllc.mypixieset.com/
937-977-8639

Danielle Edwards | Desserts
Sweet Ps Ice Pops
www.sweetpsicepops.com
937-985-7086

Tamika Holbrook-Buckner | Healthcre
Scrub Beats
www.facebook.com/people/Scrub-Beats-Medical-Uniforms/
937-626-0611

LaSue Juniel | Smoothie Shop/Healty alternatives
Dayton Fit Lab
https://www.facebook.com/DFLNutrition/
937-715-5085

Dawn Rucker-Turner | Haircare/products and educational
What the Follicle Virgin Hair Company
https://www.whatthefollicle.com
937-279-2454

Robert Dunn | Food Pizza
Illy’s Fire Pizza
https://www.facebook.com/illysfirepizza/
937-479-6018

Syrita Nuttall | Foodtruck
Home Cooked Vibes
home-cookedvibes.com
937-986-7430

Tara Twitty | Professional Services
Cass Dayton
https://wwwcassdayton.com
937-361-1038

Terra Pernell | Event Venue
The Backhouse, YOUR Hospitality Venue
http://www.thebackhouse.biz
(937) 684-5417

Nicole Meade | Healthcare
Express CPR Training and More LLC
Bls | Express CPR Training and More LLC | Dayton
(937) 271-5118

Chataun Denis | Professional Services Grant Writer
Grant Source LLC
http://www.grantsource1.com
(216) 406-0651

Donna Wilson | Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
Choice Juice Boxx LLC
www.cejuiceboxx937.com
(937) 681-8514

Roneisha Wallace Vending Machines (Dayton Metro Libraries)
Rosie’s Vending
(937) 829-1724 x9378291724
HTTPS://Www.Rosiesvending.org
roeneisha.wallace@gmail.com

Shelly Engram Childcare Services
Ms. Shelly's Place Academy
(937) 951-3005
Home | Ms. Shelly's Place (msshellysplace.com)

Jasmine Brown | Restaurant
De’lish
(937) 321-2566
westsocialtapandtable.com/kitchen-concepts/delish

Tanisha Richmond Professional Services.
Richmond Foot and Ankle Clinic, LLC
www.richfeet.org
(937) 219-9831

Byrd, Vaniti Cosmetic and Beauty Supply
Baba Love Organics
https://www.babaloveorganics.com
(937) 681-3028

Robin Taylor Massage Therapist
Fabula Kneads LLC
www.fabulakneads.org
(937) 356-3299


Cincinnati Business Owners

Latisha Parrish
Magik Boutique LLC
(513) 432-1984
https://www.magikboutique.com/

Danielle Perdue
Exklusive Jewels LLC
Jewelry and wellness products
(513) 633-4744
https://www.exklusivejewels.com/

Sylvia Brownlee
Skin By BROWNLEE & Co
Consumer Products
(513) 351-7873
https://www.skinbybrownleeandco.com/

Theodore Graham III
6 N THE MORNIN LLC
Restaurant
404-565-7970
https://www.6nthemornin.com/

Danielle Edwards
Agape cafe
Restaurant
513-646-0343
https://www.agapecafeoh.com/

Danielle Delaine
Herban Vegans
Restaurant
(513) 221-9255
https://herbanvegans.com/

Arielle Nelson
Saturday Morning Vibes LLC
Restaurant
(404) 409-3515
https://smvcerealbar.com/

Marvet Walker
Fat Katz Cuisine LLC
Food Truck/Cater
513-290-6509
https://www.fatkatzcuisine.com/

Catherine Jones
CATHERINES GOOD EATS
Restaurant
513-344-0233
https://dinercincinnati.com/

Kiyahnna Bell
High Expectationz
Catering
513-252-8953
https://www.facebook.com/HighE20/

Crystal Render
Magnificent Morsels
Catering
513-652-5531
https://www.mmcaterz.com/

Gail Billings
Edibles-n-Such
Catering
513-381-8391
https://ediblesnsuch.com/

Nickey Stevenson
Southern Grace Cincy Catering LLC
Catering
513-808-5319
https://www.southerngracecincy.com/

Mary Taylor
Taste of the Taylor Blends LLC
Cater
513-207-4159
https://www.tasteofthetaylorblends.com/

Ebony Williams
Flavors of the Isle Restaurant
Catering
513-258-1532
https://flavorsoftheisle.com/

Barbara Smith
Journey Steel, Inc
Construction
513-731-2930
https://journeysteel.com/

Peter McConney
Premier Mail & Fulfillment
Mail & Fulfillment
513-659-8980
https://www.premiermailing.com/

Robert Ramsey
Decently and in Order, LLC
Janitorial & Cleaning Services
513-257-2447
https://www.decentlyandinorder.us/

Stephanie & John Harmon
Market Direct Inc
Communications, Marketing Services
513-563-4900
https://www.marketdirectinc.com/

Pauline Storms - Perkins
Storms Secured Services
Security Services
513-996-0041
https://stormssecuredservices.com/

Asia Foster
Another Media Fanatic, LLC DBA | AMF Productions
Film and Media
(513) 245-4156
https://www.anothermediafanatic.com/

Tony Pierce
Tony Pierce Media, Inc.
Media
513-792-9599
https://piercemedia.com/

Ryan Caldwell
Waverly's Hope Child Care LLC
Education & Health
(513) 923-4673
https://www.waverlyshopechildcare.com/

Lonnie Grayson
Environmental & Safety Solutions
Professional, Scientific, Technical or other Services
513-825-2885
https://theessinc.com/

Jessica Shely
GPD Creative Agency (GPD)
Marketing Agency
(513) 997-1755
https://createwithgpd.com/

About The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio’s Business Development & Entrepreneurship Center

Our center plays a pivotal role in the business ecosystem. It offers resources, mentorship, and programs to help these entrepreneurs expand their operations and reach new heights. Their success stories exemplify the positive impact of targeted support and collaboration across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

This article celebrates these entrepreneurs and encourages the community to support Black-owned businesses. In doing so, we not only contribute to the economic vitality of our neighborhoods but also champion the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion that are fundamental to a thriving society.

For more detailed stories of these entrepreneurs and the full list of Black business owners making a difference in Dayton and Cincinnati, keep an eye on our social media, visit us at https://www.cincinnatieec.com/ and follow the Urban League's initiatives.

Their achievements are a testament to what is achievable when talent, ambition, and community support come together.