Author: Ashley mcdonough

  • Expert Financial Advice for Black Women Entrepreneurs

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    Brigitte Morrow Killings By Noel Cody· Updated December 2, 2022

    It’s not every day that you get to sit down with a financial expert and learn from them—that’s why it’s so exciting to have Brigitte Morrow Killings, Divisional Director of the South Division for JPMorgan Chase, here to break down banking for us and share tips for Black women entrepreneurs.

    While born in Germany, she was raised in Atlanta, Georgia

  • WATCH | Get Ready For The Holiday Season w. Beauty Influencer, Shayla Mitchell

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    By Ashley McDonough· Updated December 2, 2022

    Tis’ the season for family, friends and most importantly new memories as we close out the year.

    What better time to spend with loved ones reminiscing on family traditions old and new, then over warm and cozy Starbucks holiday drinks. From putting up the Christmas tree, to hosting your first holiday gathering or playing your favorite card game alongside loved ones, the holiday season

  • WATCH | Our Buddies

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    By Ashley McDonough·

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  • So You Want To Be A Content Creator? Donye Taylor Spills The Tea On Authenticity

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    Essence By D'Shonda Brown· Updated November 30, 2022

    The digital content creator hosted ‘The Reel You’ workshop sponsored by Ford, at this year’s Girls United Summit.

    This year’s GU Summit wastarget=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>content creator herself. You may know her as Donye Taylor, and we at Girls United recognize her as the ultimate content queen. In a world where a person’s likeness can be equated to likes, followers, and shares, Taylor

  • WATCH | Friendship & Your Circle

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    By Noel Cody· Updated November 29, 2022

    Now that you’ve gotten to know the cast of season four, you know that Coca-Cola® and ESSENCE’s If Not For My Girls gets real, real fast—and this episode is no exception.

    The ladies are escaping LA for some surfside eats and Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar sips on the beach of Santa Monica. Join Paige Hurd, Ryan Destiny, and Justine Skye as they explore the

  • WATCH | The Beauty of Boundaries

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    By Noel Cody· Updated November 29, 2022

    After the first episode that explored respect and relationships, the cast of Coca-Cola® and ESSENCE’s If Not For My Girls takes it a step further in this new episode when they talk about boundaries while sipping an oh-so delicious Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar.

    Join Paige Hurd, Ryan Destiny, and Justine Skye as they open up for a really candid conversation. While discussing setting boundaries with

  • WATCH | Friendship & Your Circle

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    Now that you’ve gotten to know the cast of season four, you know that Coca-Cola® and ESSENCE’s If Not For My Girls gets real, real fast—and this episode is no exception.

    The ladies are escaping LA for some surfside eats and Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar sips on the beach of Santa Monica. Join Paige Hurd, Ryan Destiny, and Justine Skye as they explore the idea of how a sisterhood can help to anchor you. While

  • #ESSENCEApproved Celebrate the Holiday Season with These Black-owned Brands

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    Target By · Updated November 23, 2022

    Here at ESSENCE, we launched a new article series entitled #ESSENCEApproved. In these monthly-themed articles, the ladies of Black Girl Magic headquarters share their favorite Black-owned products that you oughta know about. 

    For November’s #ESSENCEApproved article, Pietrina Love, Director of Sales Activations at ESSENCE, shares how she’s preparing to celebrate the holiday season with her loved ones. 

    Hey, ESSIES! I’m excited to share

  • WATCH | Reveal Your Glow

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    By Noel Cody· Updated November 22, 2022

    If you’re looking for a glow that accentuates your natural skin tone and provides long-lasting moisture, then you’re in the right place.

    Beauty Reporter, Darian Symoné Harvin is joined by Board-Certified Dermatologist and Jergens® Glow Collective* member, Dr. Angela J. Lamb to try out a new product (available in two versions), that you’re going to want in your daily routine—Jergens® Melanin Glow Illuminating Moisturizer.

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