UpwardAction Salutes John Thompson, Chairman of Microsoft

UpwardAction Salutes John Thompson, Chairman of Microsoft

In this month of February, John Thompson replaced Bill Gates as chairman of Microsoft’s Board of Directors, becoming only the second chairman in Microsoft’s history. Keep reading to learn more about this seasoned Silicon Valley executive.   What a way to celebrate Black History Month! 9 Facts You Should Know About…
UpwardAction Salutes Isabel dos Santos

UpwardAction Salutes Isabel dos Santos

Isabel José dos Santos is an entrepreneur and investor who, in January 2013, was named by Forbes magazine as Africa’s first female billionaire with a net worth estimated at USD $1.9 billion.  Forbes also named her as one of Africa's richest people. 9 Facts about Angola's Isabel dos Santos 1.…
UpwardAction Salutes Aliko Dangote

UpwardAction Salutes Aliko Dangote

Aliko Dangote is a Nigerian business mogul with an estimated net worth of $20.8 billion (as of November 2013). Keep reading for 7 facts about this brilliant and inspirational billionaire. 7 Facts About Aliko Dangote 1. Mr. Aliko Dangote was born on April 10, 1957 in Kano Nigeria into a…
UpwardAction Salutes Lamar and Ronnie Tyler

UpwardAction Salutes Lamar and Ronnie Tyler

In honor of Valentine's Day, we're celebrating African American Power Couple - Lamar and Ronnie Tyler - founders of BlackandMarriedwithChildren.com.   Keep reading for 10 Facts about this Online Publishing Power Couple. 5 Facts About Lamar and Ronnie Tyler 1.  After dating for 11 months, they knew that they were soul-mates…