Sustainable Food, From Thin Air

In a bid to slow the effects of damaging climate change, Dr. Lisa Dyson is changing the way we make sustainable food, using ingredients found in the air we breathe.

Going From Banking to Building Communities

Marvin Wilmoth left J.P. Morgan to tackle one of America's biggest problems: Housing inequality. Years later, he's using his banking know-how—and the relationship he built with J.P. Morgan—to give sustainable communities a fighting chance.

Dancing to Diversity: How a Workout Class Helped Tackle Inclusion in the Office

Taking dance workout classes with his wife, Chris Thompson soon learned how the dynamics of diversity and inclusion worked in the dance room—and in the boardroom.

Business Savvy Meets Big Heart

Living Single's Kim Coles Talks About Life After a Hit Show and the Lessons She's Learned in Hollywood

Living Single star Kim Coles opens up about her financial troubles after the hit series ended, and how she regained control of her life and finances.

How a Teen Entrepreneur Turned a Pop-Up Cookie Shop into a Thriving Enterprise

Luxury Clothing Maker Shifts Gears to Help Essential Workers.

When COVID-19 hit, clothing maker Pound Cake Society shifted from luxury loungewear to making masks and helping essential workers in their community.

From Jamaica to America: Camiel's Story

From her beginnings in Jamaica to her current job at JPMorgan Chase, Camiel Franklyn-Levy has always followed her goal: Helping people achieve financial security. A participant in JPMorgan Chase's Advisor Development Program, she plans to take her passion one step further.

Seven Ideas to Help Build Your Career

Forging the Path for Black Leaders: Letters to Inspire the Next Generation

Cultivating a Personal Brand May Lead a Long Way

From New York to Singapore, Chinedum realized that establishing a strong personal brand gave him the opportunity for greater career mobility and success.

Cherish Your Journey

Where to Get a Good Job Without a College Degree

Originally published by OZY on February 01, 2018. While career hunting is never easy, it can feel a lot harder when you don’t have a bachelor's degree. Industries that once defined the “blue collar” job landscape—think: manufacturing, transportation and construction—are on the decline as companies turn to robots or offshore labor to fill the roles. As a result, many Americans are having a difficult time even knowing where to start their search. Are these good jobs in your state? Find out here. Still, the changing market isn’t all bad news. There’s a new wave of high-paying jobs in skilled-service industries like information technology, health care and finance.

Business Manager by Day, Army Captain by Night

This is How You Build a Leader in the South Bronx

Succeeding in the 21st century economy requires programs that focus on college and career. Originally published by OZY on March 15, 2018.

Gratitude and the Pursuit of Happiness

Top-Seeded Selections

The Fellowship Initiative puts new spin on March basketball brackets to help young men of color choose the right college.

What It Takes to Unlock the Potential in Society

The Path Toward Savings Can Be Littered with Roadblocks. Let's Clear Them

Learn how innovative technologies are financially empowering underserved populations. Originally published by OZY on January 25, 2018.

Lifelong Learning: The Key to Career Success

This Entrepreneur Moved from The City by the Bay to The Big Easy. Here's Why.

It takes a village to support creative entrepreneurs. JPMorgan Chase and The Idea Village are supporting small business growth, one week at a time.

Never Stop Learning

Behind the Scenes of LeBron James' New Public School

JPMorgan Chase and the LeBron James Family Foundation bring technology into LeBron's brand new public school in Akron.

Preparing the Pipeline

How one New Orleans workforce nonprofit is leveling the playing field.

The Road-Trip of a Lifetime for Black Entrepreneurs

Thirty rising black tech entrepreneurs joined JPMorgan Chase bankers on a five-day startup boot camp on a bus.

Filling the Void: Black Female Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories

A new documentary puts the focus on black women and their unique journeys to entrepreneurship.

From Ghana to the Bronx and Beyond

JPMorgan Chase's Gerald Owusu is a proud graduate of The Fellowship Initiative and is now making an impact both inside and outside of work.

Celebrating a New Vision and Legacy for Black Fatherhood

Head of Advancing Black Pathways Sekou Kaalund on what it means to be a father today.

Leaving a Legacy: Planning Your Estate

JPMorgan Chase and Essence sat down with two financial experts to discuss assets, estate planning and the deeper meaning of legacy.

Difficult Conversations Start Now

JPMorgan Chase and Essence are teaming up to help black women overcome financial hurdles.

Well-Oiled Machine

Business owners for 20 years, Alvin and Calvin Waters celebrate the boldness of black entrepreneurship.

Taking Charge: How to Leverage Credit and Debt to Your Advantage

JPMorgan Chase and Essence sat down with media personalities Luvvie Ajayi and Kela Walker, and financial coach Saundra Davis to chat about their credit journeys and share insight for black women charting their own financial paths.

Want to Help Boost the Economy? Remove Barriers to Success for Black Women

Sponsorship and support can help black women overcome biases and achieve economic success. This article was originally published by Ozy.

Summer Jobs 2.0: How Cities are Tackling the Shortage of Skilled Workers

In 22 cities across the country, JPMorgan Chase is connecting students with quality work experience. This article was originally published by Politico.

A Young Man’s Journey into Self-Discovery

Produced by VICE for JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Is Tech Still An Unwelcome Place for Black Female Founders?

JPMorgan Chase partners with digitalundivided to report on the barriers black women face in tech.

Do Companies Need to Shake Up the Way They Find Tech Talent?

Because diversity of thought is just as important as finding the right skills. Originally published by OZY on April 19, 2018.