In many Black communities, the Candy Lady was not simply the woman who sold candy, chips, frozen cups, and snacks. She was a familiar face, a gathering point, and often one of the first entrepreneurs we saw up close. She turned a small idea into something the entire neighborhood looked forward to.

Thread Beauty entered the beauty space with a bold point of view: makeup should be expressive, inclusive, uncomplicated and accessible. With its signature turquoise packaging and every product priced at just $8, the brand created an affordable way for beauty lovers to experiment without feeling like every new product has to be an investment.

Lashing Out Glam is a Black woman-owned beauty brand founded by makeup artist and entrepreneur Shayla Nicole. What began as a passion for lashes has evolved into a growing beauty company dedicated to helping beauty lovers express themselves through creativity, confidence, and self-expression.