Celebrating Black History Month: business resources, inspirational stories, and more

by Resto News
February 1, 2023

Celebrating Black History Month: business resources, inspirational stories, and more | Yelp – Official Blog

To celebrate and support Black-owned businesses across the country, we’ve gathered an array of business resources, inspirational stories from Black business leaders, tips for success on Yelp and beyond, and more.

Black-owned attribute

Business owners can add the “Black-owned” attribute to display on their Yelp Page. This free, searchable attribute helps consumers find and support Black-owned businesses in their communities.

If you are an Black-owned business and want to add the attribute to your Yelp Page and to appear in “Black-owned” search results, you can opt-in via your Yelp for Business account by following these simple steps:

Log in to Yelp for Business (Business Information tab)
In the Amenities section, click Add or Edit
Select Yes next to “Black-owned”
Click Save Changes

This attribute is an opt-in only feature, as the decision to identify as Black-owned should rest solely with the business.

Did you know?

All businesses that select the Black-owned attribute will be sent a free window decal in the mail (eligible for businesses with a physical location listed on Yelp).

Inspirational stories

Hear stories collected over the past year from these Black-owned businesses and industry experts—from urban honey in Ohio to mind-and-body self care in Santa Barbara.

Businesses

A day in the life with media entrepreneur Nana Agyemang

September 23, 2022

How EveryStylishGirl founder Nana Agyemang makes the most of each day as a CEO, entrepreneur, and multimedia journalist.

Businesses

Wayne Brady’s 7 principles for life and business

August 30, 2022

What do improv comedy and business have in common? Producer, actor, and musician Wayne Brady—longtime star of “Whose Line Is…

Businesses

Three beauty founders on representation, finding community, and launching their businesses

April 28, 2022

A young mom inspired by the lack of proper hair products available for her son. A former fashion show assistant…

Businesses

Tiger Boxing Gym coaches confidence in Los Angeles

March 16, 2022

Young Dick Tiger, former professional boxer, welcomes everyone in his gym. Whether training to be a professional, for competition, or…

Businesses

Authenticity in and out of the kitchen: how The Quarter Creole Cuisine stays true to its family roots

February 28, 2022

Through a fusion of French flavors and Louisiana ingredients, executive chef and restaurant owner Norm Theard keeps his ancestral roots…

Businesses

Branding and storytelling tips from Akron Honey owner Wesley The Keeper

February 2, 2022

Good business branding leaves customers with a positive, familiar feeling. Read more on how to generate camaraderie, what it means…

Businesses

A convo with Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat winner Bird Bird Biscuit

January 19, 2022

Bird Bird Biscuit recently secured the number five spot on Yelp’s list of the Top 100 Places to Eat for…

Businesses

‘We are the change we wish to see:’ Finding harmony in life and business

January 5, 2022

Ashe Brown—owner of an apothecary that offers support for people navigating everything from menstrual health to white fragility—discusses finding and…

Businesses

Inspiration from 3 trailblazing experts on burnout, resilience, and authenticity

August 20, 2021

Figuring out your calling can be a lifelong journey, but with every step comes a deeper sense of purpose. And…

Business resources

Read more about the impactful things you can do on your Yelp Business Page and beyond to communicate with your customers, increase business, and more.

The information above is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice and may not be suitable for your circumstances. Unless stated otherwise, references to third-party links, services, or products do not constitute endorsement by Yelp.

Getting into the minds of your customers: What inspires them to leave reviews?

January 26, 2023

Reviews are one of the most important aspects of your online presence as a small business. Get into the minds…

Businesses

Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat: tips from the 2023 winners

January 25, 2023

From greeting guests upon entry to adding the final garnish, there are countless steps behind the scenes before delivering the…

Businesses

At the #1 restaurant from Yelp’s Top 100, everyone is family

January 25, 2023

Food and family are forever intertwined at the #1 restaurant on Yelp’s Top 100 2023—a Hawaiian-Korean eatery dedicated to breaking…

[gravityform id=”4″ title=”false” ajax=”true”]

<div class=”gf_browser_chrome gform_wrapper gform_legacy_markup_wrapper” id=’gform_wrapper_4′ ><div id=’gf_4′ class=”gform_anchor” tabindex=’-1′></div>
<div class=”gform_heading”>
<span class=”gform_description”></span>
</div><form data-form-name=”Newsletter Signup Popup” method=’post’ enctype=”multipart/form-data” target=”gform_ajax_frame_4″ id=’gform_4′ action=’/businesses/celebrating-black-history-month-business-resources/#gf_4′ novalidate>
<div class=”gform_body gform-body”><ul id=’gform_fields_4′ class=”gform_fields top_label form_sublabel_below description_below”><li id=”field_4_1″ class=”gfield field_sublabel_below field_description_below hidden_label gfield_visibility_visible gf-email” data-field-class=”gf-email” data-js-reload=”field_4_1″><label class=”gfield_label screen-reader-text” for=”input_4_1″ >youremail@address.com</label><div class=”ginput_container ginput_container_email”>
<input name=”input_1″ id=’input_4_1′ type=”email” value=”” class=”large” placeholder=”youremail@address.com” aria-invalid=”false” />
</div></li><li id=”field_4_2″ class=”gfield gform_validation_container field_sublabel_below field_description_below gfield_visibility_visible” data-js-reload=”field_4_2″><label class=”gfield_label” for=”input_4_2″ >Phone</label><div class=”ginput_container”><input name=”input_2″ id=’input_4_2′ type=”text” value=”” autocomplete=”new-password”/></div><div class=”gfield_description” id=’gfield_description_4_2′>This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.</div></li></ul></div>
<div class=”gform_footer top_label”> <input type=”submit” id=’gform_submit_button_4′ class=”gform_button button” value=”Submit” onclick=’if(window[“gf_submitting_4”])return false; if( !jQuery(“#gform_4”)[0].checkValidity || jQuery(“#gform_4”)[0].checkValidity())window[“gf_submitting_4”]=true; ‘ onkeypress=”if( event.keyCode == 13 ) jQuery(“#gform_4”)[0].checkValidity())window[“gf_submitting_4”]=true; jQuery(“#gform_4”).trigger(“submit”,[true]); ” /> <input type=”hidden” name=”gform_ajax” value=”form_id=4&title=&description=1&tabindex=0″ />
<input type=”hidden” class=”gform_hidden” name=”is_submit_4″ value=”1″ />
<input type=”hidden” class=”gform_hidden” name=”gform_submit” value=”4″ />

</div>
</form>
</div>
<iframe style=”display:none;width:0px;height:0px;” src=”https://blog.yelp.com/businesses/celebrating-black-history-month-business-resources/about:blank” name=”gform_ajax_frame_4″ id=’gform_ajax_frame_4’ title=”This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms.”></iframe>
<script>
gform.initializeOnLoaded( function() {gformInitSpinner( 4, ‘https://blog.yelp.com/wp-content/plugins/gravityforms/images/spinner.svg’ );jQuery(‘#gform_ajax_frame_4’).on(‘load’,function()var contents = jQuery(this).contents().find(‘*’).html();var is_postback = contents.indexOf(‘GF_AJAX_POSTBACK’) >= 0;if(!is_postback)return;var form_content = jQuery(this).contents().find(‘#gform_wrapper_4’);var is_confirmation = jQuery(this).contents().find(‘#gform_confirmation_wrapper_4’).length > 0;var is_redirect = contents.indexOf(‘gformRedirect()’) >= 0;var is_form = form_content.length > 0 && ! is_redirect && ! is_confirmation;var mt = parseInt(jQuery(‘html’).css(‘margin-top’), 10) + parseInt(jQuery(‘body’).css(‘margin-top’), 10) + 100;if(is_form)jQuery(‘#gform_wrapper_4’).html(form_content.html());if(form_content.hasClass(‘gform_validation_error’))jQuery(‘#gform_wrapper_4’).addClass(‘gform_validation_error’); else jQuery(‘#gform_wrapper_4’).removeClass(‘gform_validation_error’);setTimeout( function() /* delay the scroll by 50 milliseconds to fix a bug in chrome */ jQuery(document).scrollTop(jQuery(‘#gform_wrapper_4’).offset().top – mt); , 50 );if(window[‘gformInitDatepicker’]) gformInitDatepicker();if(window[‘gformInitPriceFields’]) gformInitPriceFields();var current_page = jQuery(‘#gform_source_page_number_4’).val();gformInitSpinner( 4, ‘https://blog.yelp.com/wp-content/plugins/gravityforms/images/spinner.svg’ );jQuery(document).trigger(‘gform_page_loaded’, [4, current_page]);window[‘gf_submitting_4’] = false;else if(!is_redirect)var confirmation_content = jQuery(this).contents().find(‘.GF_AJAX_POSTBACK’).html();if(!confirmation_content)confirmation_content = contents;setTimeout(function()jQuery(‘#gform_wrapper_4’).replaceWith(confirmation_content);jQuery(document).scrollTop(jQuery(‘#gf_4’).offset().top – mt);jQuery(document).trigger(‘gform_confirmation_loaded’, [4]);window[‘gf_submitting_4’] = false;wp.a11y.speak(jQuery(‘#gform_confirmation_message_4’).text());, 50);elsejQuery(‘#gform_4’).append(contents);if(window[‘gformRedirect’]) gformRedirect();jQuery(document).trigger(‘gform_post_render’, [4, current_page]); ); );
</script>

[gravityform id=”4″ title=”false” ajax=”true”]

<div class=”gf_browser_chrome gform_wrapper gform_legacy_markup_wrapper” id=’gform_wrapper_4′ ><div id=’gf_4′ class=”gform_anchor” tabindex=’-1′></div>
<div class=”gform_heading”>
<span class=”gform_description”></span>
</div><form data-form-name=”Newsletter Signup Popup” method=’post’ enctype=”multipart/form-data” target=”gform_ajax_frame_4″ id=’gform_4′ action=’/businesses/celebrating-black-history-month-business-resources/#gf_4′ novalidate>
<div class=”gform_body gform-body”><ul id=’gform_fields_4′ class=”gform_fields top_label form_sublabel_below description_below”><li id=”field_4_1″ class=”gfield field_sublabel_below field_description_below hidden_label gfield_visibility_visible gf-email” data-field-class=”gf-email” data-js-reload=”field_4_1″><label class=”gfield_label screen-reader-text” for=”input_4_1″ >youremail@address.com</label><div class=”ginput_container ginput_container_email”>
<input name=”input_1″ id=’input_4_1′ type=”email” value=”” class=”large” placeholder=”youremail@address.com” aria-invalid=”false” />
</div></li><li id=”field_4_2″ class=”gfield gform_validation_container field_sublabel_below field_description_below gfield_visibility_visible” data-js-reload=”field_4_2″><label class=”gfield_label” for=”input_4_2″ >Name</label><div class=”ginput_container”><input name=”input_2″ id=’input_4_2′ type=”text” value=”” autocomplete=”new-password”/></div><div class=”gfield_description” id=’gfield_description_4_2′>This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.</div></li></ul></div>
<div class=”gform_footer top_label”> <input type=”submit” id=’gform_submit_button_4′ class=”gform_button button” value=”Submit” onclick=’if(window[“gf_submitting_4”])return false; if( !jQuery(“#gform_4”)[0].checkValidity || jQuery(“#gform_4”)[0].checkValidity())window[“gf_submitting_4”]=true; ‘ onkeypress=”if( event.keyCode == 13 ) if(window[“gf_submitting_4”])return false; if( !jQuery(“#gform_4″)[0].checkValidity ” /> <input type=”hidden” name=”gform_ajax” value=”form_id=4&title=&description=1&tabindex=0″ />
<input type=”hidden” class=”gform_hidden” name=”is_submit_4″ value=”1″ />
<input type=”hidden” class=”gform_hidden” name=”gform_submit” value=”4″ />