Bryant Journal

Bryant Journal is where John Hope Bryant shares insights shaped by his journey as a successful entrepreneur, investor, and founder, alongside his work as a social innovator and advisor to global institutions.

Drawing from decades of experience building and leading enterprises across finance, real estate, media, and social impact—and from his travels across the United States and around the world—Bryant reflects on economic empowerment, leadership, innovation, and inclusive growth.

Through a blend of personal perspective and market-informed analysis, Bryant Journal offers forward-looking ideas that challenge conventional thinking, bridge purpose and profit, and inspire action toward a more inclusive and competitive global economy.

Recent Posts
“Money & Wealth” Podcast Nominated for NAACP Image Award

I was deeply honored to learn first from my friend Charlamagne The God (Co-Host for The Breakfast Club and CEO of The Black Effect Network, where I am honored to have a hosted podcast, and to also serve on the board) — that our podcast “Money & Wealth” has been nominated for an NAACP Image Award, for Outstanding

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30B+ Asset CIM Group and Bryant Group Ventures Launch Joint Venture, Announce First Fund

30B+ Asset CIM Group and Bryant Group Ventures Launch Joint Venture, Announce First Fund https://youtu.be/0zFDkme2YSk I was honored to join the CNBC SquawkBox team on November 14th, 2025, along my friend Joseph Otting, Executive Chairman & CEO of 100B+ asset Flagstar Bank, to announce our first new investment together.  Flagstar Bank and Truist Bank are both lead investors

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Why Black Wealth Requires More Than Inspiration

Why Black Wealth Requires More Than Inspiration Recently, I had the privilege of joining some of the brightest entrepreneurs, executives, and community builders at the Power Networking Conference (PNEx) here in Atlanta. Forbes calls PNEx one of the top entrepreneurial conferences in the world, and I agree — it’s somewhere

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