Black Mother Entrepreneurs: In the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship, black women have created a forceful voice and an exemplary representation, particularly the women who combine the dual roles of mother and entrepreneur. These pioneering women aren’t merely creating brands; they’re building legacies, shooting down stereotypes, and diversifying the industries they are carving out.
Ten amazing Black mother entrepreneurs are right here in the United States, and they are remodeling the game in fields and industries such as wellness, fashion, children’s education, media, and beauty.
Top 10 Black Mother Entrepreneurs in U.S.A.
1. Dr. Tiffany Hendricks
Dr. Tiffany Hendricks used to be a practicing physician at the traditional healthcare system. But sooner or later, she discovered that individuals relied too much on medicine. She had wanted to teach people how to live healthier lives by making simple natural adjustments to their lifestyle (better eating, moving, controlling stress, etc).
So she closed her medical practice and opened Full Health and Wellness, a company that concerned itself with natural health and well-being. Being a mother of three, she knew how important it was to seek for balance between work and family. Her new path allowed her more time to get to her children’s school events whilst making a difference in other people’s lives. Nowadays, she operates her business online and in person, sharing her message of fitness and hope.
2. Deseri Kelley
Deseri Kelley had a committed job in education, but she had a dream to have her own fashion brand one day. After a lot of soul searching, it was finally after she decided to be daring and pursue that dream that she launched her handbag company DESERI.
Being a mother, Deseri understood the struggle of bringing everything on you, even if trying to be stylish. Her handbags are catered to modern women on the move – whether it’s kids or work or errands, or social life.
3. Sharie Wilson & Tonya Thompson
Sharie and Tonya are sisters, both moms who used their years of experience in the salon world to start up the Dreamgirls hair business. With a total of nine kids between them, they could directly speak to how hectic and chaotic mom life is.
They also noted that many Black women battled over hair care and sorely lacked proper information on how to grow and maintain healthy hair. Therefore, they developed a haircare line replete with products that ensure that women learn to embrace their natural beauty, maintain healthy hair. They also inform their customers how to take care of their hair properly. Their business is not just about selling products; it is a business of giving women a feeling of worth and confidence.
4. Ericka Chambers
Growing up, Ericka Chambers enjoyed doing puzzles with the family. As a mom herself, she found it hard to find puzzles that showed people who looked like her or her children on the market. That is why she decided to make something new.
She established Puzzles of Color, a puzzle business that has art by black artists and colors by artists of color. These puzzles honor culture, identity, and history. Ericka is using her business to make more families feel seen and to pull them closer together with a fun and educational activity.
5. Nadiyah Spencer
Nadiyah is a mother who noticed a gap in the baby product market, where no diapers reflected her culture or included the characters of a Black person. So she chose to fill that gap with the introduction of TinkyPoo, a brand of diapers that celebrates diversity, has fun, and inclusive designs.
But she didn’t stop there. Her diapers are also made of plant-based materials, which are safe for babies and better for the earth. As a mother, she wanted what was best for her own child—and now she’s helping other parents get that as well. There’s more behind TinkyPoo than diapers. It’s about proving that every baby should be seen, and there should be celebrations over every birth.
6. Shvona Chung
When she found out that most beauty products were not safe to use while pregnant, Shvona was already pregnant. She had trouble searching for clean, soothing skincare that did what it said. That’s how she made up her mind to create her own brand, Lautir Skincare.
The products she produces are natural and safe for sensitive skin and especially for new moms and expecting moms. Shvona created her business during the pandemic while raising a baby. Her journey depicts that moms can make challenges as opportunities with passion and purpose.
7. Stacey Woodson
Stacey is a registered dietitian who loves teaching people about food and nutrition. But when she became a mom, she realized there weren’t many children’s books that explained healthy eating in a fun, kid-friendly way. That’s when she came up with the idea to write her own.
She launched a series of books under the name Stacey’s Delicious and Nutritious, which help children learn about healthy foods from different cultures. These books don’t just teach—they also reflect the diverse world we live in. Stacey’s work is helping families raise healthier kids while celebrating different backgrounds and food traditions.
8. Oprah Winfrey
Oprah is a household name. From her legendary talk show to her production company and TV network, she has become one of the most powerful women in media. Though she doesn’t have biological children, Oprah has mentored and supported many young people through her schools and scholarship programs.
She’s a mother figure to millions, showing care, wisdom, and leadership through her work. Oprah’s success proves that you can rise from difficult beginnings and still change the world in a big way. Her influence stretches far beyond business—she inspires others to believe in themselves.
9. Rihanna
Rihanna started as a music superstar, but she became a billionaire by launching beauty and fashion lines like Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty. What made her brands so successful was their focus on inclusion, offering products for all skin tones and body types.
Now that she’s a mom, Rihanna continues to build her business empire while raising her child. She’s a great example of how you can be creative, smart, and successful—and still enjoy motherhood. She’s showing the world that women can truly have it all.
10. Melissa Butler
Melissa Butler started The Lip Bar because she was tired of not seeing makeup that matched her skin tone or style. She started small, making lipsticks in her kitchen, and faced rejection early on, including from the TV show Shark Tank.
She didn’t give up. Today, her products are sold in big stores like Target, and her brand is known for bold colors and diversity. As a mom, she now balances business and family life while continuing to push for representation in the beauty industry.
