Essence Magazine
Book and Periodical PublishingNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Essence Magazine is a Brooklyn-based media company in the book and periodical publishing industry, delivering content for Black women across news, entertainment, and motivation. Founded in 1968 as Essence Communications Inc., the organization launched the ESSENCE magazine in 1970 and has since grown its footprint to include events, leadership summits, consumer insights, the Essence Book Club, and digital media ventures. Its corporate headquarters are in New York City, with offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Detroit. In February 2026, ESSENCE announced the launch of WeLoveUs.shop, a community commerce platform designed to support Black women-led brands.