Black Web Media

NPR: Black Techies Find Niche Online

angela — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 16:20:03 +0000

In the online marketplace of information, there are some deep holes. Angela Benton is working to help fill one void with Black Web 2.0, a website designed for African-Americans engaged in technology and new media work.

Benton, the founder and CEO of BlackWebMedia, launched the site in 2007. The magazine Fast Company included her on its list as one of the most influential women in technology for 2010. She is also one of this year’s recipients of the National Urban League’s Woman of Power award.

Read more and Listen on NPR, Black Techies Find Niche Online | August 1, 2010

Angela Benton Inducted into Minority Media & Telcom Council Hall of Fame

angela — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:26:52 +0000

Black Web Media Founder/CEO Angela Benton will be inducted into the Minority Media & Telecom Council (MMTC) Hall of Fame, in recognition to her contributions to diversity and inclusion in media.

Benton will receive her award this week at MMTC’s 8th Annual Access to Capital and Telecommunications Policy Conference and 13th Annual Hall of Fame Awards.

Appearence: CNN “Is Foursquare the Next Twitter?”

angela — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:32:15 +0000

Sherri L. Smith on CNN’s American Morning, Is Foursquare the Next Twitter? | April 5, 2010

Angela Benton named one of Fast Company’s Most Influential Women in Technology

angela — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:49:19 +0000

“When you look at African American media, it’s totally saturated with celebrity content,” says Angela Benton, founder of BlackWebMedia. Benton is doing her part to change that with her focus on the technology and new media. Since 2007, she has built up a portfolio of sites, including the flagship Black Web 2.0 blog, the Young Black Professional Guide, the career-based Vocay, and the new politics site Politic365….

FastCompany.com: Black Web’s Next Up

angela — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:42:23 +0000

When I first saw BlackWeb2.0 over two years ago I liked it and dropped its founder Angela Benton (pictured) a note. I’ve kept an eye on BlackWeb2.0 ever since.

To say that the past decade has been tumultuous for Black media is an understatement. As far as I can see that tumult will continiue. We’ve seen sites we like such as Global Grind evolve, sites we’ve trusted like SOHH and All Hip Hop hold steady in turbulent times, and some we love like Vibe stumble and fall as we hold out hope for resurrection. Big sites like Interactive One are growing organically and through aquisition, but even they had to sacrifice GIANT magazine. And on the horizon are new sites like the still-in-Beta Creative Control TV that will show us some sides of the culture we haven’t seen in a while. But there’s still no leader.

I read BlackWeb2.0 as an early indicator of what to expect and what might work. Looking for that next leader. I want to use this space to talk to smart people who are building what’s next….

Ebony Magazine: Power 150

angela — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:56:20 +0000

Angela Benton was included in Ebony Magazine’s 2010 Power 150 list, a list that comprises the most influential African-Americans in American. She appeared in the category of technology along side David Drummond (Google) and Ray Ramsey (OneEconomy).

Black Web 2.0

angela — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:27:55 +0000

Established in August 2007 Black Web 2.0 is the premier destination for African-American’s in Technology and New Media. It is Black Web Media’s first and flagship property. It covers culturally relevant Technology industry news; mainstream Technology industry news; and African-American Technology & New Media Executives, Entrepreneurs, and Influencers. The site also analyzes emerging web trends and how they apply to web properties that target African-Americans or African-American culture.

Mission: Black Web 2.0’s mission is to bring to the forefront the wealth of exceptional innovation, talent, and ambition of Blacks in the technology and new media industries in an opinionated and authentic voice.

Here is a little more about the people who work very hard to make Black Web 2.0 a success:

Angela Conyers-Benton
Founder/Publisher

Markus Robinson
General Manager

Lynne d Johnson
Consultant & Hip-Hop 2.0 Columnist

Rahsheen Porter
Contributing Writer

Lesly Simmons
Contributing Writer

Sherri Smith
Contributing Writer

Wayne Sutton
Guest Contributor

Navarrow Wright
Guest Contributor

Latoicha Givens, Esq.
Legal Columnist

In addition to the contributors who work hard on a daily basis to provide you with informative information, our Advisory Board also plays a key role in our growth and development.

Young Black Professional Guide

angela — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:27:08 +0000

As Young Black Professionals continue to become the driving forces of American Culture, Lifestyle, Business, and Politics, the need for a site to help cultivate and support this community is now more important than ever. The mission of YBPGuide is to build and foster a community of Young Black Professionals by creating conversations surrounding the topics that affect them the most.

Vocay

angela — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:26:14 +0000

Reaching the best, brightest, and most diverse tech talent doesn’t have to stress you out. We know and understand that having a diverse staff is key in your businesses growth. And we think we can help. Vocay is a job board that brings diverse candidates and employers together.

The New Black Media

angela — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:25:15 +0000

The New Black Media will launch Q2 2010 with valuable insights and research on how African-Americans interact and engage online. The findings will source from across the Black Web Media and its’ partners. The initiative is a partnership comprised of Black Web Media, Sutton Media, Tyler New Media, and other new media leaders.