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About

Asheli S. Atkins, M.B.A.
Texas A&M University
Department of Sociology
PhD Student

Areas of Interest:
Race & Ethnicity
Race, Class, & Gender
African American Entrepreneurship

Asheli S. Atkins, MBA is an instructor, entrepreneur, researcher and 3rd year Ph.D. student at Texas A&M University. In her research, she collects qualitative data to examine the strategies African American entrepreneurs use to navigate discrimination and racial barriers in the market. With substantial experience in data analysis and knowledge in the areas of race, ethnicity, and entrepreneurship, she uses her research to assist in the creation and growth of legitimate and sustainable African American businesses. Asheli previously worked with organizations such as the Greater Houston Black Chamber, Prairie View A&M University, and other small businesses throughout the city of Houston.

Additionally, Asheli is the co-founder of Attucks England, LLC, a turnkey consulting firm she operates alongside Warren Luckett & Cornell England. Asheli also created Houston Black-Owned Businesses (@HouBlkBus) a social media platform used to highlight and inform Black entrepreneurs in the Houston area. In her spare time, Asheli provides Business Coaching for small businesses. She is a member of Houston Black Leadership Institute (HBLI) Inaugural Class. In earlier years Asheli volunteered with the Houston Chapter of National Black MBA Association’s high school mentoring program, Leaders of Tomorrow.

Asheli received her Master’s in Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University and a Bachelor’s degree from Prairie View A&M University in Communications.
Click here to contact Asheli S. Atkins, MBA.

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@HouBlkBus

Houston Black-Owned Businesses also known as HouBlkBus is a social media account (Facebook & Instagram) focused on highlighting African American owned business in and around Houston, Texas. This is not a directory but instead a place where I share the stories of established, sustainable, and legitimate businesses. We offer two types of features: Business Spotlight & Video Highlight.

Business Spotlights are a feature for Black-owned businesses in the Greater Houston area. Simply complete the form, we will review your submission and feature your business on our social media account for FREE! Complete the form here.

Video Highlight is a promotion video for Black-owned businesses. With the support of our video producer, former news reporter, & documentarian, Alecea Rush, we provide business owners with an opportunity to share their story! This package includes a 60-second video ad sponsored by HouBlkBus featured on Instagram & Facebook for 7 days and a full video for you to use as a marketing/promotional tool to grow your brand. Learn more here!