February is traditionally marked as Black History Month in the U.S. and Canada. It’s a month-long recognition and celebration of achievements by black innovators.

Let's look at some people who have changed history recently and some who are still changing history today. In this article, we’re going to recognize the accomplishments of black leaders in different areas in recent years.

It's impossible to recognize everyone who is making a difference. I've tried to focus on those whose names might not be as recognizable, but whose work has made an impact nonetheless. We'll look at a variety of achievers from various fields including:

• inventors
• scientists
• influencers
• businesspeople