Black History Month is coming to an end, which closes out Cheddar News' month-long series featuring Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. 
Highlighted companies and individuals ranged from breweries and ice cream shops to celebrity chefs and congressional leaders. 
Experts also provided background on the challenges facing Black-owned businesses and highlighted the untapped spending power of the Black community. 
Here's a final rundown of the series in celebration of the end of Black History Month: