An American Airlines Departure for GlobalHue
The nation’s largest multicultural advertising agency has walked away from its longstanding relationship with the world’s largest airline. GlobalHue (No. 1 on the BE advertising agencies list with...
View ArticleBurrell Inks Deal with American Airlines
Burrell Communications American Airlines announced today that it has inked a deal with African American-owned advertising firm Burrell Communications Group L.L.C, making the Chicago-based company the...
View ArticleHold On To Your Wallet
If you’re unlucky enough to be besieged by Nor’easter cold and frigid rain you’re probably thinking about a winter getaway. Well, brace yourself. While fares are currently low–with domestic holiday...
View ArticleAuthor Talks Journey Into Global Influence of Black Culture
Author Nelson George will create video blogs from more than 30 cities for BlackAtlas.com. (Source: Jelena Vukotic) As an author and journalist, Nelson George is known for his ability to pluck a reader...
View ArticleOnline Adventures
John Pasmore makes travel research engaging. After a frustratingly tough economic year, the incentive to travel is inspiring, particularly with the variety of deals offered by a wide range of...
View ArticleOnline Adventures
John Pasmore makes travel research engaging. After a frustratingly tough economic year, the incentive to travel is inspiring, particularly with the variety of deals offered by a wide range of...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines Furloughing Pilots
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — American Airlines says it will furlough up to 175 pilots beginning next month because it has a too many pilots after reducing its flight schedule. American said Friday it sent...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines Laying Off Pilots
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — American Airlines says it will lay off up to 175 pilots beginning next month because it needs fewer pilots after cutting some flights . American on Friday sent notices to 80...
View ArticleFlying High
Needles, Quinn, and Youngblood head up American Beacon's executive team. (Photo by Pete Blacker) When Pharos Capital Group L.L.C. (No. 5 on the BE Private Equity Firms list with $600 million in...
View ArticleSocial Media Insider: Major Airline Carves Out Niche for Black Travelers
American Airlines is taking its connectivity to the next level with the launch of BlackAtlas.com. Social media has altered the way consumers shop, research, and decide what to buy. Global consumers...
View ArticleIn the News: Conrad Murray Sentenced to Four Years in Prison; Patrice O’Neal...
(Image: Getty) Murray Sentenced to Four Years in Prison Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor sentenced Dr. Conrad Murray to four years in jail— the maximum sentence allowed under the...
View ArticleSXSW 2012: How Brands Can Reach a Diverse Online Community
Founder/producer of Southern Fried Filmworks and Big Shade Tree Trevite Willis reveals how widely-recognized brands are successfully reaching out to diverse communities (Image: Winston Ford) The...
View ArticleUS Airways, American Airlines Agree on Merger
The boards of American Airlines and US Airways reportedly met separately Wednesday, approving the terms of a merger which will both increase the companies’ presence in North America and compete with...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines Rewards Top-Paying Flyers with Mileage
American Airlines recently announced that they would be rewarding its travelers who pay top dollar for first and business class with extra mileage up to 24,000 additional miles roundtrip. According to...
View ArticleFlorida Memorial University Earns Cessna Pilot Center Certificate
(FMU Aviation students. Image: Florida Memorial University) Florida Memorial University recently received its certification as a Cessna Pilot Center. Josh Colton, manager of Cessna Pilot Centers,...
View ArticleThe Black-Created Tech on Display at TechConneXt’s Innovation Lab
As Black Enterprise gets ready for its second-ever TechConneXt Tech Summit, taking place on Oct 10–11 in Burlingame, California, we are proud to provide a sneak peek of the black-owned tech startups...
View ArticleMan on the Move: From Navy Vet to VP of American Airlines’ Largest Travel Hub
Cedric Rockamore was just named vice president of American Airlines’ hub operations at Dallas-Fort Worth, the airline’s largest hub. Consider just how busy American Airlines’ travel hub at DFW is: The...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines Hosts 10th Annual Earl G. Graves Award for Leadership in...
On Thursday, American Airlines hosted its 10th annual Earl G. Graves Award for Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion Luncheon. The honor recognizes the airline’s employees who advocate for diversity...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines Appoints Black Executive to Prominent Technology Role
American Airlines recently announced the appointment of Steven Graves as vice president of Enterprise Technology Services. According to a press release on the matter, Graves will be responsible for IT...
View ArticleBlack Doctor Removed from American Airlines Flight Due to ‘Inappropriate’ Outfit
American Airlines issued a public statement Tuesday apologizing to a 37-year-old physician from Houston, who was removed from an aircraft by flight attendants who thought her outfit was inappropriate....
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