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Discover Black America Today
American black directory.com
Powered by Dr. Fresh Limited LLC
Find great black owned places to stay, eat, shop or visit from locals
Lesly Gatheright (Founder)
Est .1974
About Our Comunity and Our Expertise
At American Black Directory, we believe in the power of visibility. Our mission is to elevate Black-owned businesses by giving them a dedicated, high-visibility platform — fostering economic growth, community connection, and shared success.
We’re more than a directory. We’re a bridge between customers who want to support Black entrepreneurship and the talented individuals who drive it. By bringing these businesses into the spotlight, we build stronger communities and create real economic opportunity.
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Why Join / List Your Business Section
- Increase your reach: be seen by a growing audience committed to supporting Black-owned businesses.
- Build trust: a verified presence helps customers feel confident in choosing your business.
- Grow your network: connect with other entrepreneurs, potential partners, and collaborators.
- Affordable & flexible: we offer listing options for every stage — from startups to established companies.
- Boost your brand: stand out with featured listings, photos, and business highlights.
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A message from our Founder
Lesly Gatheright (Founder)
Est .1974
REMEMBER AND KEEP IN MIND...
A note of good ethnic sense – and a statement of fact…
… just as other ethnic groups do, if American Blacks would, in buying their everyday products, goods and services,
spend their money religiously with Black Owned businesses, in a very short while, American Blacks would become
economically the richest and financially strongest single ethnic group in America!!!!
That would be a profound transition from the status-quo, whereby Blacks are the largest ethnic group and yet the
poorest, would you agree?
Think about it.
Support American Black owned Businesses In our Minds – we know it is Time – And in our Hearts – we know it is right
Additionally if you are interested in earning extra income by becoming an independent contracting agent for American Black Directory.com seeking black owned businesses to be listed, please send your resume and contact information to theamericanblackdirectory@gmail.com
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