
Stories
Learn more about our mission to unlock the value of growth markets and audiences through our network of creative platforms.
Our Impact
Our tangible impact is felt across the diverse media ecosystem
By focusing on three core pillars — ecosystem, education, and economic empowerment — BOMESI moves beyond basic directories to provide shared revenue systems, direct capital, and high-level mentorship.
From securing major grants to partnering with Fortune 500 brands, BOMESI is ensuring that the platforms telling the stories of Black communities are financially equipped to endure and scale.



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We can create a better tomorrow
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Inspiring news from our community
Get inspired by the remarkable stories of our resilience and the wins of diverse owned media.
BOMESI Awarded $750K Press Forward Grant To Strengthen Black-Owned And Diverse-Owned Media
We are happy to announce today that BOMESI is receiving $750k in funding from Press Forward, a national initiative to…
Black Owned Media Weekend
A Game-Changing Event for the Media Industry The 2024 Black Owned Media Weekend took over Detroit, bringing together a dynamic…
Raptive and BOMESI Partner to Unlock Large-Scale Investment in Diverse-Owned Media
PR NewswireThu, Apr 25, 2024, 9:15 PM GMT+54 min read Advertisers gain access to the largest marketplace of verified, curated…
Equity in Action: BOMESI’s Impact on Black Media Sustainability
Learn how BOMESI, founded by DeVon Christopher Johnson and Rhonesha Byng, is leading the charge to support Black-owned media businesses…
BMAC x BOMESI – Grammy Week
In celebration of Grammy Week and the kick off of Black History Month, BOMESI teamed up with the Black Music…
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