We are passionate about action that catapults Black wealth.

MelanList Standards of Business

Equity

We seek businesses that positively impact our neighborhoods and redirect funds back into the community primarily with their hiring practices.

Integrity

The companies we partner with certify Black ownership and after assessments are then extended an offer to join our Business Partner membership.

Transparency

Our Business Partners are responsible and proactive in resolving concerns quickly and professionally.

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Meet Our Founder

I want to work for a company where I don’t have to argue my humanity - SJ McMillan

That’s the unapologetic truth that birthed MelanList. Our Founder and CEO is impassioned by the desire to share the multitude of successes that positively impact and enrich the Black community so that we turn to each other first. We are out here winning every day and MelanList is spreading the word. A seasoned Talent Development Executive with expertise in building teams, bridging gaps, and garnering buy-in, SJ is determined to lead MelanList with culture first. With an unwavering commitment to the unity of the African Diaspora, MelanList is a global organization focused on strengthening the relationship between African-descended business owners and their consumers.

FAQs

  • ML: seeks to empower the Black community. Here, Black does not mean skin color - it means culture. Our Jamaa is not homogeneous and has various skin tones and beliefs. One shared belief is that Black lives definitely matter. We strive to be inclusive of all who support the community.

    MelanList offers our Business Partners a shortcut to gaining the trust of new customers. Business Partners are admitted after an evaluation of their brand and a commitment to the community. We’ve set out to make buying Black more convenient and credible.

    The customers of our Partners are also our Jamaa. Patrons are financial activists who are passionate about practicing group economics.

  • Yes! MelanList is for the global African diaspora and their accomplices in freedom and equity.

  • We are working around the clock to process Business Partner applications and are adding new businesses every day! The quality of the business is our top concern so Patrons can practice impactful Black economics with ease.

  • We believe success starts with a living plan. MelanList offers business development services to our Partners that cultivate clarity and set our Partners on the right path. Find these services in our programs.

  • ML: offers free challenges for all with the Patron Trial. Winners earn prizes for practicing financial activism. Win DOUBLE when you sign up as an official MelanList Patron!

    Members who sign up for our Patron membership can enter several of our challenges and contests. Patrons also get access to exclusive deals and discounts along with access to scholarships!

  • Yes! MelanList believes financial activism is effective worldwide. Please review the terms and conditions of each challenge and void where prohibited.

Practicing Black economics, intentionally spending and keeping money within the Black community, is our way to success.

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