This Black History Month, we want to highlight some of the incredible entrepreneurs around the city who are making waves and putting Memphis on the map. These Black business owners are creatives in many different fields that make the 901 proud. And you can support their businesses year-round, so let’s take a look at some of Bluff City’s best and brightest.
Ben Brown – Ben Brown Photography
Ben Brown is a photographer and cinematographer local to Memphis. He’s done a variety of shoots with celebrities, notable brands, and more. You can book him for portraits, graduation photos, video shoots, and other photo/video needs.
Jasmine Settles – Cafe Noir
Jasmine Settles opened Cafe Noir, a bookstore and cafe, in order to showcase Black, PoC, LGBTQI+ authors and ethically sourced and fair-traded coffee. This inclusive bookshop also holds events and book clubs, making this a great space for remote work or meeting others over coffee.
Bartholomew Jones and Renata Henderson – Cxffeeblack
Cxffeeblack aims to bring coffee’s origins from Africa to the forefront, and its co-founders have made a name for themselves not just in the 901 but around the country. They’ve been featured on NPR, Thrillist, and more notable sites and publications. Check out their selection of coffee and merch online.
Amber Williams – Ambrowskii
If you’re looking for some pixel-style artwork, then check out Ambrowskii’s website. You can order custom illustrations, character art, and so much more. This is a great way to update your home office with some unique artwork while supporting a Memphis entrepreneur.
Kiamesha Wilson – Kaye’s Ice Cream
Kiamesha, or Kaye, started her ice cream adventure in 2020, and now you can find her flavorful, creamy frozen desserts around Memphis. She’s got a storefront on Winchester as well, and this family business is the perfect spot for indulging in delicious ice cream in unique flavors like Vanilla Brownie Sundae and Crushed Black Walnut.
