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15 Black-Owned Businesses to Shop After Christmas in Seattle with the Buy Black Card

By Besa Gordon - Alright, let’s be real — we all have that moment when we realize we forgot to grab a gift for someone. If that’s you right now, don’t even trip. The holidays might be over, but the season of giving isn’t! Let me put you on the Buy Black Card.

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Besa's Buy Black Card Brunch: A Sold-Out Celebration of Community and Black-Owned Businesses

Seattle's Central District was abuzz with excitement as the first annual Besa's Buy Black Card Brunch filled Simply Soulful Cafe with a sold-out crowd. The event, a vibrant celebration of Black culture, cuisine, and entrepreneurship, exemplifies the strength of community and the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses.

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Besa Gordon Teams Up with Buy Black Card to Empower Black-Owned Businesses

The Buy Black Card program, spearheaded by Intentionalist founder and CEO Laura Clise, is making significant strides in its mission to bolster Black-owned businesses. Now in its second year, this initiative transcends the concept of a mere gift card; it's a powerful instrument for direct investment in the success of Black-owned enterprises. This year, the program has joined forces with Besa Gordon, the charismatic host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, to further amplify its reach and impact.

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