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Aaron Gordon is a professional basketball player who has made a name for himself in the NBA as a talented forward. Known for his incredible athleticism, high-flying dunks, and versatility on the court, Gordon was initially drafted by the Orlando Magic in 2014 and currently plays for the Denver Nuggets. His impressive performances in the NBA Slam Dunk Contests and his consistent contribution to his teams have made him a fan favorite and a well-compensated athlete. Aaron Gordon’s Net Worth In 2024 As of 2024, Gordon’s net worth is estimated to be around 30 million dollars. His earnings are largely derived from his NBA contracts , endorsements, and other business ventures. Let’s take a closer look at the various sources contributing to his wealth. Sources Of Income 1. NBA Contracts Gordon’s primary source of wealth is his career in the NBA. After being drafted by the Orlando Magic as the fourth overall pick in 2014, Gordon steadily improved his game, leading to lucrative contracts. In...
Emmitt Smith first-ever restaurant venture has received an award within its first six months of business. The former NFL player is the owner of Emmitt’s Vegas, which opened on Feb. 26, 2024, according to The Dallas Morning News. The restaurant includes a main dining room, chef’s table, private dining room, bar, and terrace. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sweta kathuria (@swetta24) According to information shared with AFROTECH™, Emmitt’s Vegas menu items are spearheaded by Consulting Chef Steve Mannino and Executive Chef Antwan Ellis. Featured menu items include cedar plank salmon, roasted red bird chicken breast, main lobster tempura, steaks, sushi and rice bowls, and desserts including carrot cake, Emmitt’s butter cake, and parisian chocolate cake, among others. Based on its website, customers can also look forward to daily specials between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. which includes $11 Dry-Aged Burger, $22 Steak Frite, $22 Sushi Boat, and half-priced cocktails, draft beers,...
Antonio Brown worked at six barbershops and decided to open his own storefront. ABC Action News reports he is the founder of Central Station Barbershop and Grooming in St. Petersburg, FL. The decision to open his own shop was driven by a desire to have ownership and forge a legacy. “Seeing the things that were impacting our community, I understood the importance of ownership and entrepreneurship and different things like that,” he reflected, according to ABC Action News. “So, I wanted to step out on my own and build my own reputation and my own barbershop my way.” For nine years Central Station Barbershop and Grooming has been making its mark in the community through services that include haircuts, beard trims, hot shaves, and facials for men and women. “We have a safe space here,” Brown told the outlet. “This is a place where a barber and a client have an opportunity to have one-on-one time.” The business is also attached to a higher calling. Per the business’ website, children can...
2 Chainz’s footprint in the food industry is steadily growing. The rapper founded Esco Restaurant & Tapas, established in Atlanta, GA , in 2016, alongside his business partner Mychel “Snoop” Dillard, per Franchise Times. The restaurant transforms into a lounge by the evening, and it also includes a gold Mercedes Benz DJ booth, which was among the “unique ideas” 2 Chainz contributed to the business. “There’s a great level of trust involved between us,” Dillard said, per Franchise Times. As for the main attraction at Esco Restaurant & Tapas, customers can look forward to menu items that include fish and grits, gumbo bowl, twin lobster tails, and brunch items like red velvet waffles with chicken. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Esco Lounge and Restaurant (@escobaratlanta) The business model appears to be a success. Since opening the first location, the business has grown to three locations across Georgia and locations in Ohio and Tennessee, per the company website. The...
Piersten Gaines wants to bring luxury to the textured hair community. Her mission stems from several trips to the salon and not receiving proper care. She describes some visits as even “traumatic” after losing all her hair under the care of two licensed stylists. Gaines would later attend Harvard Business School and conceptualized Texas-based silk blowout bar Pressed Roots following a class presentation that allowed her to pitch the concept to “ Shark Tank” judge Kevin O’Leary. “Once I matriculated into business school, I became hyper-aware that there was a huge underserved market who were searching for the same hair care experience that I had been searching for for years — one that was reliable, affordable, luxurious, and one where the stylists actually understood the needs of my hair texture,” she said in email interview with AFROTECH™. “That is how Pressed Roots was conceptualized. I envisioned a chain of luxury, silk blowout bars that celebrate and specialize in the specific...
Jasmine Crowe-Houston is scaling her efforts to combat food insecurity. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, she is the founder of the Atlanta, GA-based startup Goodr, which leverages technology to reduce food waste and distribute it to those in need. “[Goodr] uses technology to solve hunger — that’s our big focus. I think we are taking a radically different approach to how this country solves hunger and food waste,” she previously told AFROTECH™ in an interview. “A lot of times people say to me, ‘How is this a business? How can this be profitable?’ But the main thing is people have to understand that billions of dollars get spent every year on food insecurity and trying to make sure people have access to food. But, it typically only goes to the same organizations.” She continued, “And what we’re trying to do is come in and kind of disrupt that and say, ‘Listen, we’re getting a lot wrong about solving hunger if we’re always going to give money to the same people. We’re going to keep on...
Boston Celtics player and 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown is honoring his commitment to creating wealth for underrepresented communities. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Brown announced his plans to bring Black Wall Street to Boston, MA, after he signed a five-year supermax contract extension valued at $304 million in July 2023. Boston XChange One year later, Brown announced a new venture spawned from that desire — Boston XChange (BXC). According to a press release shared with AFROTECH™, Boston XChange is a nonprofit that aims to create $5 billion in new wealth for underrepresented communities through investments and partnerships that could lead to coaching from seasoned individuals, resources, and workplaces for creators. “True systemic change requires collaboration, shared vision, and collective impact,” Brown said in the press release. “By working with community partners, thought leaders, and cultural influencers, we can create a powerful network of support and innovation....
Over 100 Silicon Valley investors have vowed to support Kamala Harris. The current vice president of the United States is actively campaigning to win over voters and secure the Democratic nomination in the upcoming 2024 presidential race, where she will face off against Donald Trump. She recently had her first rally in Atlanta, GA, and is preparing for a second one in Philadelphia, PA, on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024. “Donald, I do hope you’ll reconsider meeting me on the debate stage. Because, as the saying goes, if you’ve got something to say, say it to my face,” she said in front of an energized crowd in Atlanta. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kamala Harris (@kamalaharris) Support From Interested Voters Harris has received an influx of support since she announced her quest for presidency. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Harris raised $200 million in just seven days. What’s more, 66% of the donations were provided by first-time contributors. Harris also raised the most...
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s “love affair” with hair has led to her next venture. The eight-time Olympic medalist representing Jamaica is preparing to light up the track for the 2024 Olympics. “T his time around… I ‘ve been having a good experience with the Olympic spirit and just meeting people,” Fraser-Pryce told Jamaica Sports Nation. The track-and-field athlete has been known for sporting electrifying hairstyles in colors like orange, pink, and green. “I’ve always been obsessed with hair, from cutting to dyeing to having all-pink hair on my ID in college to being bald to braids, you name it. I’ve done it,” Fraser-Pryce said during an interview shared by women’s sports brand togethxr. “That’s been kind of my love affair with hair.” @togethxr “I’m black, any color fits me” 💅 – Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce #shellyannfraserpryce #worldathletics #hair ♬ original sound – Togethxr As she looks to secure another medal at the 2024 Olympics, Fraser-Pryce took to Instagram to announce a new...
Joey Womack is on a mission to help 1 billion people by 2039. Womack founded Goodie Nation in 2014 with this in mind. The nonprofit organization exists to dismantle financial barriers faced by entrepreneurs of color, and it relies on cultivating relationships with its network to secure f unding and revenue, its website mentions. “We’re on a mission to change trajectories – accelerating futures by putting people and relationships at the center of innovation,” the website states. Goodie Nation also offers four programs that target different startup journeys including pre-seed tech startups, artificial intelligence (AI) startups, founders who have secured a seed round from venture capitalists, and those who have closed their first Series A round. The organization also has five additional special programs that includes its ATL BLK TCH program, which received over $150,000 from Kapor Center, Emory University The Philanthropy Lab , and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta’s GoATL...