Black Business-Finding Apps

The WhereU App Helps Users Find Black-Owned Businesses

'WhereU Came From' is an innovative new smartphone app, developed by Dr. Dionne Mahaffey, that is designed to make it easier than ever for people to find black-owned businesses in their area.

The app, which is available for free download and works with both Apple and Android devices, takes advantage of a meticulously compiled database of businesses that are owned by black entrepreneurs. The app's listings are organized in such a way that users can easily find eligible businesses, regardless of what kind of products and services they are searching for.

This app makes for a great way for people to support black-owned businesses, and ensures that their intentions are translated into actions through the kind of convenience that only a smartphone app like 'WhereU Came From' can provide.

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Black-owned Business Support Apps
The growing demand for supporting black-owned businesses and connecting users to them has created opportunities for the development of apps that increase this accessibility and convenience.
Curated Business Database
Compiling a carefully selected database of businesses owned by black entrepreneurs can be an innovative way to provide necessary resources to consumers, while also supporting underrepresented business owners.
Convenience Focused Apps
There is a growing demand for apps that prioritize speed, convenience, and ease of use when connecting consumers with businesses, creating opportunities for streamlined solutions through technology.

Who This Affects Most

App Development
As the demand for apps that connect consumers to black-owned businesses grows, the app development industry has opportunities to create unique solutions to this problem.
Small Business Support Services
The development of apps that support small, black-owned businesses can complement existing business services and provide new opportunities for growth and expansion.
E-commerce
As more consumers turn to online shopping, e-commerce platforms can leverage this trend by providing easy access to black-owned businesses through convenient and user-friendly interfaces.
SCORE
1.7 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 19%
Activity 24%
Freshness 8%