Why Black Enterprise started listing the largest black-owned business

Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. of Black Enterprise writes about why his father started the list of the largest black-owned businesses in the magazine 45 years ago. Graves writes, “Rallying our editorial team, he realized some 45 years ago the creation of our inaugural ranking of the nation’s largest black businesses, which today is known as […]

Hawaii Business seeks research and project editor

Hawaii Business (www.HawaiiBusiness.com), the state’s expert on issues affecting businesses in Hawaii, is seeking an experienced Research and Project Editor. This is a full-time regular position reporting to the Editor of Hawaii Business. The essential job duties include but are not limited to the following: Planning and managing Hawaii Business’ signature data research and analysis […]

What’s behind the overhaul at Bloomberg Businessweek

Megan Murphy took over as editor of Bloomberg Businessweek in November with a mandate — overhaul the magazine to make it more appealing to readers. Last month, the redesigned magazine was unveiled. It included sharper storytelling, cleaner and more consistent design, and richer graphics and photography. Murphy was formerly the Washington bureau chief for Bloomberg. She had […]

Virginia Business magazine publisher acquires remaining ownership stake

The publisher of Virginia Business magazine has acquired the remaining ownership interest in the publication that he didn’t already own for an undisclosed amount. John Reid Blackwell of the Richmond Times-Dispatch writes, “Bernard A. Niemeier, who has been publisher of Virginia Business since 2007, bought full ownership of the publication from Virginia Capital Partners in a deal […]

D CEO magazine, Crain’s Chicago among AABP winners

The Alliance of Area Business Publishers presented 111 Editorial Excellence awards to newspaper and magazine business periodicals on June 24 at the closing celebration of its three-day annual Summer Conference in Dallas. “Once again the winning entries show how these publications serve their readers by digging through documents, cultivating great sources, presenting useful data, and […]

Entrepreneur magazine is broadening its focus

Laurie Fullerton of The Drum interviewed Entrepreneur magazine editor Jason Feifer on is expanded focus. Fullerton writes, “Feifer added that the print title is also turning the focus towards the culture of entrepreneurship, and the emotional experience of entrepreneurism. In addition, it will look at how professionals solve their problems, dig deep and find motivation. “Currently, he sees […]

Prairie Business magazine seeks editor

Prairie Business magazine, which is based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, seeks an editor. Responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the Prairie Business magazine and employees. Write and edit stories and features. Make recommendations for annual departmental budget and continue to monitor throughout the year. Deal with readers and resources by telephone, mail and in […]

SmartCEO magazine closing after 15 years

Craig Burris of SmartCEO magazine in Baltimore sent out the following to subscribers on Wednesday: It is with a heavy heart that I am writing to announce that, effective today, SmartCEO will be closing its doors. 15 years ago, we launched SmartCEO in Baltimore with the mission to educate and inspire leaders facing the daunting task […]

Georgia Trend biz magazine sold to Morris

Business magazine Georgia Trend has been sold to Morris Publishing, which primarily owns newspapers, for an undisclosed amount. Damon Cline of the Augusta Chronicle writes, “The 31-year-old Georgia Trend magazine is distributed in all 159 Georgia counties. Its affiliated products include the annual Small Business Guide, the annual Business Georgia publication, the website georgiatrend.com and the […]

Real Deal seeks editor of its magazine

The Real Deal — the leading publication covering the New York City, South Florida and Los Angeles real estate markets — is looking for a full-time editor to work on its main New York monthly magazine. The job includes coming up with story ideas, assigning/working with reporters, editing stories, collaborating with designers on art/layout concepts […]