Black to Business
246 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsJoin us as we chat with some of today's top entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders within the Black community as they share tips and resources to help start and grow Black businesses.
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56: How To Put The Work & Grind Into The Vision w/ Dr. Jean Alerte
August 05, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBName: Jean Alerte Current Title: Serial Entrepreneur ACA Branding Agency Location: Atlanta, GA Educational Background: 21 years of being an entrepreneur, real estate owner, consultant, educator & obtained a doctorate in 2014. Education is through the process. About Jean: Jean Alerte is an award-winning entrepreneur with a variety of work experience in the areas of marketing, management, and sales. Along with founding his company ACA Branding Agency, ...
55: Mental Health and Business & Coping Mechanisms w/ Dr. Tina Webb
July 29, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBDISCLAIMER: The content in this episode contains information and discussions of mental illness and mental health crisis, and incarceration, which some listeners may find triggering. If you need support at any time, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline toll-free at 1-800-273-TALK. Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Name: Dr. Tina Webb Current Title: Owner, DR TINA WEBB, LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER, INC. Location: Los Angeles, CA...
54: How To Live A Healthy Lifestyle As A Business Owner w/ Alicia McKenzie
July 22, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 45.7 MBName: Alicia McKenzie Current Title: Founder McKenzie Enterprise LLC dba Lift Like A Mother Location: Washington, DC About Alicia: Alicia McKenzie, aka @LiftLikeAMother, is the founder and operator of McKenzie Enterprise LLC, where she has created a premier digital coaching service that focuses on women's holistic health & wellness. In addition, she most recently launched Amplify Health and Wellness Inc, a charitable foundation platform dedicated to empowering the underserved an...
53: Learning As You GROW In Business w/ Anthony and Janique Edwards
July 15, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 67.7 MBName: Anthony and Janique Edwards Current Title: Anthony Edwards Founder/CEO EatOkra Janique Edwards Co-Founder/Coo EatOkra Location: New York Educational Background: Anthony Edwards: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science Janique Edwards: Bachelor of Arts degree in English About Anthony Edwards: Anthony is a team leader with the ability to teach, mentor, motivate, maximize productivity and improve the efficiency of an organization. Anthony is...
52: [BLACK MEN WHO LEAD] Leading Through Education & Why Black Men Leading Matters w/ Aquaus Kelley
July 08, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBName: Aquaus Kelley Current Title: Educator and Founder Location: New Brunswick, NJ Educational Background: Rutgers University Graduate About Aquaus: (Uh • Kway • Us) Aquaus Kelley is a forward-thinking educator, founder, and strategist who is extremely passionate about building brands, empowering communities, and uplifting humanity. DURING THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSSED: The power of Black men and representation The impact of Black culture in other communities How to ...
51: [BLACK MEN WHO LEAD] Owning Your Power & Growing Your Hustle w/ Damon Brown
July 01, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 90 MBThis episode is a part of our Black Men Who Lead series hosted by Aquaus Kelley educator and Founder of A Lover’s Ambition Lifestyle Group. About Men Who Lead: Black Men Who Lead is a series highlighting Black men at the forefront of Black entrepreneurship. These men are discussing their journeys in entrepreneurship, challenges, and wins, and the power of them continuing to push our communities forward. ------- Name: Damon Brown Current Title: Entrepreneur, Coach & Best-Selli...
50: [BLACK MEN WHO LEAD] Emotional Wellness & Mental Health In The Black Community
June 24, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBThis episode is a part of our Black Men Who Lead series hosted by Aquaus Kelley educator and Founder of A Lover’s Ambition Lifestyle Group. About Men Who Lead: Black Men Who Lead is a series highlighting Black men at the forefront of Black entrepreneurship. These men are discussing their journeys in entrepreneurship, challenges, and wins, and the power of them continuing to push our communities forward. Name: Phillip Roundtree Current Title: Founder of Quadefy LLC Locatio...
49: [BLACK MEN WHO LEAD] Leadership And The Power Of Community In Entrepreneurship w/ Jeff Lindor
June 17, 2021 10:10 - 46 minutes - 53.7 MBThis episode is a part of our Black Men Who Lead series hosted by Aquaus Kelley educator and Founder of A Lover’s Ambition Lifestyle Group. About Men Who Lead: Black Men Who Lead is a series highlighting Black men at the forefront of Black entrepreneurship. These men are discussing their journeys in entrepreneurship, challenges, and wins, and the power of them continuing to push our communities forward. Name: Jeff Lindor Current Title: Founder/CEO The Gentlemen's Factory Inc...
48: [BLACK MEN WHO LEAD] Leadership x Financial Wellness in the Black Community w/ Derrius Quarles
June 10, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 67.6 MBThis episode is a part of our Black Men Who Lead series hosted by Aquaus Kelley educator and Founder of A Lover’s Ambition Lifestyle Group. About Men Who Lead: Black Men Who Lead is a series highlighting Black men at the forefront of Black entrepreneurship. These men are discussing their journeys in entrepreneurship, challenges, and wins, and the power of them continuing to push our communities forward. Name: Derrius Quarles Current Title: Co-Founder and Co-CEO BREAUX and Compan...
47: Managing Your Mindset In Business & Dealing With Doubt w/ Makini Smith
May 27, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBName: Makini Smith Current Title: Mindset Coach, A walk in my Stilettos Location: Toronto, Canada About Makini: As a mindset coach and Proctor Gallagher certified consultant, I help turn goals into accomplishments. I am also a 4 time published author and host of the 5-star rated "A Walk in My Stilettos" podcast— one of the top 2% most popular podcasts globally. By coaching women who are frustrated, confused, or isolated, I help them find peace, clarity, and connection. Whether i...
46: How To Manage Your Mental Health In Business & Create Work-Life Balance w/ Jessica Brown
May 20, 2021 10:00 - 51 minutes - 59.1 MBName: Jessica Brown Current Title: Founder, Clinical Director Nia Noire Therapy + Wellness Location: Washington, DC Educational Background: Bachelors of Arts, Psychology - California State University, San Bernardino Masters of Social Work - Virginia Commonwealth University About Jessica: With over 10 years of mental health experience through her education, professional practice, and lived experiences, Jessica Brown, LICSW specializes in serving BIPOC ...
45: Dominating your Finances and Stock Market investment w/Brandon Alexander
April 15, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 67.5 MBName: Brandon Alexander Current Title: Founder/CEO Invent you Location: New York Educational Background: BS - Accounting - UCONN MBA in Progress - St. John's University (Tobin College of Business) About Brandon: Brandon Alexander, born and raised in Jamaica, NY, has dedicated his life to helping others achieve financial success. He got the opportunity to leave the inner city and attend high school in the suburbs of Connecticut. This was pivotal for his perspective. He ...
44: Understanding Trademarks - The Do’s and Don’ts w/ Attorney Ticora Davis
April 08, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBName: Attorney Ticora Davis Current Title: Founder and CEO of The Creators Law Firm Location: North Carolina Educational Background: B.S. Biological Sciences About Ticora: Attorney, author, and speaker, Ticora Davis is recognized as one of the most prominent voices advocating for more holistic, inclusive, and ethical legal representation for Black women and creatives of color. The founder and CEO of The Creator’s Law Firm, Ticora helps experts and entrepreneurs protect their ...
43: Why Shopping Black Should Be A Lifestyle w/ Michelle Dalzon
March 25, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 62.9 MBName: Michelle Dalzon Current Title: CEO of The Black-Owned Market (theBOM) Location: Boston, MA Educational Background: Umass Amherst 2010 - BA Communications About Michelle: As the descendant of small business owners, I envision a world where Black brands THRIVE. I had the pleasure of watching my parents run a successful business with limited resources and exposure and still rise. I’ve spent 8 years in corporate america at major media companies such as Time Inc., Turner B...
42: Taxes and Business Formation 101 w/ Shaquanna (Ms. Business) Brooks
March 18, 2021 10:35 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBName: Shaquanna(Ms. Business) Brooks Current Title: CEO and Founder of Brooks Alliance Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: Certified Public Accountant About Shaquanna: Ms. Business brings more than just 7 years in diverse tax, finance, business formation, and consulting experience to her role as a Certified Public Accountant. Some of her expertise include choosing the correct business structure & understanding business taxes to name a few. Ms. Business feels obliged ...
41: How To Grow Your Business With Live And Virtual Events w/ Ify Ifebi
March 11, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 50.1 MBName: Ify Ifebi Current Title: Founder of Vendorspace Location: Atlanta, GA Educational Background: Marketing BBA, Howard University About Ify: Ify Ifebi is an event producer, mompreneur and founder at Vendorspace, a marketplace that connects vendors with event organizers and event opportunities. With over 13 years of entertainment and event production experience, she has a passion for bringing people together for purpose-driven impact. She believes events are a secret growth h...
40: How To Make A Great Brand Impression w/ Rose Desauguste
March 04, 2021 09:30 - 53 minutes - 60.9 MBName: Rose Désauguste Current Title: CEO of Nectar Digital Group Location: New York City Educational Background: Masters About Rose: Rose Désauguste is an entrepreneur and the founder of Nectar Digital Group, an agency that brands companies and helps them better represent themselves, market their services, and automate their marketing digitally. Rose has been guiding companies, big and small, on digital transformation over the last 7 years. She loves helping entrepreneurs succe...
39. The Importance Of Giving Back In Your Business
February 25, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 44.7 MBName: Jeremy Brown Current Title: Founder at Startups Give Back Location: San Francisco Bay Area About Jeremy: Jeremy Brown is the Founder of Startups Give Back, an organization on a mission to make philanthropy a top priority for startups, and Changemaker Studios, a parent organization that creates and manages a portfolio of impact brands. He's also an angel investor, a marketer in the tech industry, and on the Board of Directors for California-based nonprofit, Seahugger. ...
39: The Importance Of Giving Back In Your Business w/ Jeremy Brown
February 25, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 44.7 MBName: Jeremy Brown Current Title: Founder at Startups Give Back Location: San Francisco Bay Area About Jeremy: Jeremy Brown is the Founder of Startups Give Back, an organization on a mission to make philanthropy a top priority for startups, and Changemaker Studios, a parent organization that creates and manages a portfolio of impact brands. He's also an angel investor, a marketer in the tech industry, and on the Board of Directors for California-based nonprofit, Seahugger. ...
38: Gaining Clarity and Creating a Strategy in Your Business w/ Chido Samantha
February 18, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBName: Chido Samantha Mbavarira Age: 36 Current Title: Online Business Strategist Location: Calgary, Alberta Canada Educational Background: Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, NS — International development (Hons)- 2008 An interdisciplinary program with a strong foundation in the political economy of development and globalization. Digital Wellness Certificate- 2020 Digital Wellness promotes optimal health and well-being in which body, mind, and spirit are integrated by the individ...
37: How to Grow an Online Magazine from Zero to an Established Authority with Rashod Davenport of SUAVV Magazine
November 22, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBRashod grew up as an athlete and a musician. He thought his life would take him into the music industry. But he ended up falling in love with inspiring other people and exposing his peers to a lifestyle that was only seen on television. He wanted to find a way to use his voice to uplift others. That became the mission of SUAVV. SUAVV Magazine was started out of frustration while shopping for reading material for a flight. When Rashod had to purchase almost $50 in magazines to get one over...
EP 37: How to Grow an Online Magazine from Zero to an Established Authority with Rashod Davenport of SUAVV Magazine
November 22, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBRashod grew up as an athlete and a musician. He thought his life would take him into the music industry. But he ended up falling in love with inspiring other people and exposing his peers to a lifestyle that was only seen on television. He wanted to find a way to use his voice to uplift others. That became the mission of SUAVV. SUAVV Magazine was started out of frustration while shopping for reading material for a flight. When Rashod had to purchase almost $50 in magazines to get one over...
36: Raising Brand Awareness the Smart Way with Christina Brown
November 08, 2018 12:00 - 57 minutes - 34.9 MBStyle blogger, social media specialist and digital media maven Christina S. Brown is a New York native and the founder of fast-growing lifestyle destination LoveBrownSugar.com. Recognized everywhere from The New York Times to Essence Magazine as a top lifestyle blog, LoveBrownSugar.com focuses on fashion and beauty for multicultural women with an emphasis on self-empowerment. DURING THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSSED: What it means to be a digital influencer How to create YOUR brand The impact...
EP 36: Raising Brand Awareness the Smart Way with Christina Brown
November 08, 2018 12:00 - 57 minutes - 34.9 MBStyle blogger, social media specialist and digital media maven Christina S. Brown is a New York native and the founder of fast-growing lifestyle destination LoveBrownSugar.com. Recognized everywhere from The New York Times to Essence Magazine as a top lifestyle blog, LoveBrownSugar.com focuses on fashion and beauty for multicultural women with an emphasis on self-empowerment. DURING THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSSED: What it means to be a digital influencer How to create YOUR brand The impact...
EP 35: Winning Against All Odds + Cultivating Black Male Entrepreneurs with Frederick Hutson of Pigeonly
July 26, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 26.6 MBFrederick is the CEO and founder of Pigeonly, a platform that makes it easy for people to search, find and communicate with an incarcerated loved one. A born entrepreneur, Frederick launched and sold his first business at the age of 19. His desire to attain the American dream on his terms took him down the wrong path and at 23, he was indicted for distributing 3,000 kg of marijuana. It was during this four-year federal prison sentence a new idea surfaced, one that would give him an opp...
35: Winning Against All Odds + Cultivating Black Male Entrepreneurs with Frederick Hutson of Pigeonly
July 26, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 26.6 MBFrederick is the CEO and founder of Pigeonly, a platform that makes it easy for people to search, find and communicate with an incarcerated loved one. A born entrepreneur, Frederick launched and sold his first business at the age of 19. His desire to attain the American dream on his terms took him down the wrong path and at 23, he was indicted for distributing 3,000 kg of marijuana. It was during this four-year federal prison sentence a new idea surfaced, one that would give him an opp...
EP 34: Passing the Baton: Creating the Next Generation of Leaders x Johnny Bailey of The ShineHard Family
July 19, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 25.4 MBJohnny Bailey is a Social Entrepreneur and Executive Director of The ShineHard Family, a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington DC. ShineHard's mission is to recognize and connect the nation's top black millennial leaders, then unify them to educate and inspire the next generation of young black leaders. The ShineHard Family is comprised of entrepreneurs, artists, and corporate innovators from companies like ESPN, Google, Nike, Amazon, CNN, & more. Primarily focused on economic empowerme...
34: Passing the Baton: Creating the Next Generation of Leaders x Johnny Bailey of The ShineHard Family
July 19, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 25.4 MBJohnny Bailey is a Social Entrepreneur and Executive Director of The ShineHard Family, a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington DC. ShineHard's mission is to recognize and connect the nation's top black millennial leaders, then unify them to educate and inspire the next generation of young black leaders. The ShineHard Family is comprised of entrepreneurs, artists, and corporate innovators from companies like ESPN, Google, Nike, Amazon, CNN, & more. Primarily focused on economic empowerme...
33: Why "Serving Black" is the New "Buying Black," x Amber Williams of PunkyFlair
July 12, 2018 20:47 - 49 minutes - 30.3 MBIn a post-Obama era where Blacks Americans are proclaiming their blackness now more than ever, it's disappointing to see Black-owned businesses shy away from serving their own people. What mainstream brands do so intently with Eurocentric brand messaging and imagery - Black businesses steer clear of for fear of "limiting themselves" if they focus solely on Black audiences. Storyteller Amber Williams is at the forefront of efforts to dispel this myth of limitation by pushing Black businesse...
EP 33: Why "Serving Black" is the New "Buying Black," x Amber Williams of PunkyFlair
July 12, 2018 20:47 - 49 minutes - 30.3 MBIn a post-Obama era where Blacks Americans are proclaiming their blackness now more than ever, it's disappointing to see Black-owned businesses shy away from serving their own people. What mainstream brands do so intently with Eurocentric brand messaging and imagery - Black businesses steer clear of for fear of "limiting themselves" if they focus solely on Black audiences. Storyteller Amber Williams is at the forefront of efforts to dispel this myth of limitation by pushing Black businesse...
32: Social Currency: How to make money using social media x Michell Clark
July 05, 2018 15:02 - 53 minutes - 32.5 MBMichell began exploring social media out of necessity, when he was stuck on campus as a cadet at the United States Military Academy. Michell was expelled from the academy in 2012. The days leading to his expulsion forced him to stand up for himself when no one else would. The days after his expulsion challenged him to choose new life goals for himself. Michell finished school at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he began to leverage his social media presence to negotiate more press o...
EP 32: Social Currency: How to make money using social media x Michell Clark
July 05, 2018 15:02 - 53 minutes - 32.5 MBMichell began exploring social media out of necessity, when he was stuck on campus as a cadet at the United States Military Academy. Michell was expelled from the academy in 2012. The days leading to his expulsion forced him to stand up for himself when no one else would. The days after his expulsion challenged him to choose new life goals for himself. Michell finished school at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he began to leverage his social media presence to negotiate more press o...
EP 31: How To Create Powerful Connections and Influence x Miss Diddy
June 07, 2018 07:45 - 53 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Ambassador of LA, CEO, a Marketing/Branding Genius, and an inspiration to her community; Miss Diddy has earned every title and more! A true leader of her generation, Miss Diddy has broken through barriers in a male driven industry from the moment she figured out it was lacking something... Her! She currently sits as the Only Woman Promoter in Hollywood, CA. The capital of the most important force to this culture, The Entertainment Industry. Miss Diddy is the rhythm of this city, where ...
31: How To Create Powerful Connections and Influence x Miss Diddy
June 07, 2018 07:45 - 53 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Ambassador of LA, CEO, a Marketing/Branding Genius, and an inspiration to her community; Miss Diddy has earned every title and more! A true leader of her generation, Miss Diddy has broken through barriers in a male driven industry from the moment she figured out it was lacking something... Her! She currently sits as the Only Woman Promoter in Hollywood, CA. The capital of the most important force to this culture, The Entertainment Industry. Miss Diddy is the rhythm of this city, where ...
EP 30: How Jay Colby of The Black Detour Is Keeping The Black Community Informed
May 24, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 26.4 MBJay Colby is a writer, journalist and founder of The Black Detour. Jay has dedicated his life to not only change the negative perception of Black people in mainstream media but to join the growing movement in America to empower Black people all across the United States. A quote by Malcolm X keeps Jay inspired to continue his work "I’ve had enough of someone else’s propaganda. I’m for truth, no matter who tells it. I’m for justice, no matter who it’s for or against." Jay is also a proud alum ...
30: How Jay Colby of The Black Detour Is Keeping The Black Community Informed
May 24, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 26.4 MBJay Colby is a writer, journalist and founder of The Black Detour. Jay has dedicated his life to not only change the negative perception of Black people in mainstream media but to join the growing movement in America to empower Black people all across the United States. A quote by Malcolm X keeps Jay inspired to continue his work "I’ve had enough of someone else’s propaganda. I’m for truth, no matter who tells it. I’m for justice, no matter who it’s for or against." Jay is also a proud alum ...
EP 29: How To Control Your Own Life Story x Benoni Tagoe of The Bizz Plan
May 17, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 30.4 MBLaunching his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, Benoni Tagoe quickly became a part of the band’s day-to-day management team and developed a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. In his current role, Tagoe is the head of business development for Issa Rae Productions (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl and HBO’s ‘Insecure’). Additionally, Tagoe was profi...
29: How To Control Your Own Life Story x Benoni Tagoe of The Bizz Plan
May 17, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 30.4 MBLaunching his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, Benoni Tagoe quickly became a part of the band’s day-to-day management team and developed a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. In his current role, Tagoe is the head of business development for Issa Rae Productions (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl and HBO’s ‘Insecure’). Additionally, Tagoe was profi...
28: The Impact of Social Responsibility in Your Business x George Olokun
May 10, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBGeorge Olokun is a global change agent that is connected to the core of humanity, a socially conscious humanitarian, entrepreneur, globally recognized and nationally ranked speaker, and life trainer and best-selling author. He's one of America's leading millennial trailblazers and impacts the way those creating change live their lives. George is the Founder and Executive Director of the Next Big Thing Movement, a global non-profit social movement that has become the voice and platform for ...
EP 28: The Impact of Social Responsibility in Your Business x George Olokun
May 10, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBGeorge Olokun is a global change agent that is connected to the core of humanity, a socially conscious humanitarian, entrepreneur, globally recognized and nationally ranked speaker, and life trainer and best-selling author. He's one of America's leading millennial trailblazers and impacts the way those creating change live their lives. George is the Founder and Executive Director of the Next Big Thing Movement, a global non-profit social movement that has become the voice and platform for ...
EP 27: How to Start a Nonprofit That Makes a Difference with Jeffery Tribble of The MusicianShip
May 03, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 28.7 MBWhile in law school, Jeffery founded The MusicianShip, a non-profit organization that facilitates music lessons, experiences and opportunities for at-risk youth. Under Jeffery’s direction as CEO, The MusicianShip has grown from serving 2 students in 2009, to, in 2018, serving 1000 youth in Washington, DC and 200 youth in Pretoria, South Africa. The MusicianShip has a budget of over a half-million dollars, with a part- and full-time staff of 30, and has garnered both financial and in-kind ...
27: How to Start a Nonprofit That Makes a Difference with Jeffery Tribble of The MusicianShip
May 03, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 28.7 MBWhile in law school, Jeffery founded The MusicianShip, a non-profit organization that facilitates music lessons, experiences and opportunities for at-risk youth. Under Jeffery’s direction as CEO, The MusicianShip has grown from serving 2 students in 2009, to, in 2018, serving 1000 youth in Washington, DC and 200 youth in Pretoria, South Africa. The MusicianShip has a budget of over a half-million dollars, with a part- and full-time staff of 30, and has garnered both financial and in-kind ...
EP 26: Be Your Own Publicist + How to know if you’re ready for exposure with Fatou Barry
April 26, 2018 11:00 - 51 minutes - 31.1 MBGuinean-born, NYC-raised strategist, obsessed with all things branding and public relations, Fatou is best known for helping fellow millennials gain clarity around the “who, what, why” of their visual brands. Barry encourages the building of authentic and strategic brands while positioning clients for success in their respective markets. Fatou's client list includes high-profile influencers, creatives and small businesses. Fatou got her start as a social coordinator for Marc Ecko Cut and...
26: Be Your Own Publicist + How to know if you’re ready for exposure with Fatou Barry
April 26, 2018 11:00 - 51 minutes - 31.1 MBGuinean-born, NYC-raised strategist, obsessed with all things branding and public relations, Fatou is best known for helping fellow millennials gain clarity around the “who, what, why” of their visual brands. Barry encourages the building of authentic and strategic brands while positioning clients for success in their respective markets. Fatou's client list includes high-profile influencers, creatives and small businesses. Fatou got her start as a social coordinator for Marc Ecko Cut and...
25: Having Power and Clarity In Your Vision
April 19, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 26.5 MBMonique T. Marshall is an Entrepreneur, Thought-Leader, and Influencer. As the Chief in Charge of Black to Business, a platform providing resources and connections to aspiring Black entrepreneurs. She is on a mission to increase the number of successful Black startups. Monique has also furthered this mission through her podcast, speaking engagements, and workshops. During this episode Monique discusses what it really means to be a powerful woman, clarity when it comes to your passion, mak...
EP 25: Having Power and Clarity In Your Vision
April 19, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 26.5 MBMonique T. Marshall is an Entrepreneur, Thought-Leader, and Influencer. As the Chief in Charge of Black to Business, a platform providing resources and connections to aspiring Black entrepreneurs. She is on a mission to increase the number of successful Black startups. Monique has also furthered this mission through her podcast, speaking engagements, and workshops. During this episode Monique discusses what it really means to be a powerful woman, clarity when it comes to your passion, mak...
EP 24: Self Care and Entrepreneurship x Dr. Arabia Mollette
April 12, 2018 11:00 - 57 minutes - 34.8 MBAt 5, Arabia envisioned herself becoming a doctor. At 17, she became a teen mom to a baby boy, whose life was tragically taken away at four months. Her youngest sister was shot and killed while riding in a friend’s car just a few years later. Both tragedies caused her to persevere. She didn’t have any money for medical school. She studied at Hunter College. She was later awarded a scholarship to study medicine at the Latin American School of Medicine in Havana, Cuba. Nearly a decade later af...
24: Self Care and Entrepreneurship x Dr. Arabia Mollette
April 12, 2018 11:00 - 57 minutes - 34.8 MBAt 5, Arabia envisioned herself becoming a doctor. At 17, she became a teen mom to a baby boy, whose life was tragically taken away at four months. Her youngest sister was shot and killed while riding in a friend’s car just a few years later. Both tragedies caused her to persevere. She didn’t have any money for medical school. She studied at Hunter College. She was later awarded a scholarship to study medicine at the Latin American School of Medicine in Havana, Cuba. Nearly a decade later af...
EP 23: Living Your Best Life x Malcolm Harris
April 05, 2018 11:00 - 37 minutes - 23.3 MBMalcolm “MJ” Harris is an internationally recognized financial services CEO and motivational success teacher whose rise began when he started an insurance agency - at his dining room table as a side business - while working as a Management Consultant for a “Big 4” firm. Through sharing his story with the world on social media about overcoming personal and financial trials, the business quickly grew into a multi-national financial services and self-improvement powerhouse. MJ serves as chai...
23: Living Your Best Life x Malcolm Harris
April 05, 2018 11:00 - 37 minutes - 23.3 MBMalcolm “MJ” Harris is an internationally recognized financial services CEO and motivational success teacher whose rise began when he started an insurance agency - at his dining room table as a side business - while working as a Management Consultant for a “Big 4” firm. Through sharing his story with the world on social media about overcoming personal and financial trials, the business quickly grew into a multi-national financial services and self-improvement powerhouse. MJ serves as chai...