Lewis Latimer: The Man Who Helped Bring Light to the Modern World
History has a habit of simplifying innovation. It favours singular geniuses and neat origin stories — one inventor,…
Pioneers and Innovators
Elijah McCoy: The Man Behind “The Real McCoy”
There are few phrases in the English language as widely used — and as little understood — as…
Gladys West — A Global Legacy Built on Precision
As Black History Month is marked in the United States and Canada, we pause to pay tribute to…
Don Barden: The Man Who Brought Black Ownership to the Las Vegas Strip
At the heart of the glitz, glamour, and high stakes of Las Vegas lies a story that doesn’t…
McKinley Thompson Jr.: The Trailblazing Automotive Designer Who Shaped Ford’s Legacy
McKinley Thompson Jr. was a visionary whose contributions to the automotive industry paved the way for future generations…
Gladys Mae West: Mapping a Legacy Beyond the Stars
Gladys Mae West’s name may not be as well-known as the technology she helped create, but her contributions…
Elijah McCoy: A Legacy of Leadership and Innovation
When you hear the phrase “the real McCoy,” it’s likely a reference to something genuine, authentic, or of…
