Beyond the Business Suit with Kailei Carr

The Beyond The Business Suit podcast is BACK with season 7! After our short hiatus, we are kicking things off with an insightful conversation with the legendary, Carla Harris, a talented singer, mother, author, motivational speaker and powerful board member. This multi hyphenate powerhouse is...

We are finally on our way to the Beyonding Retreat! After a 3-year hiatus, the Beyonding Retreat, formally known as the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat, is back and better than ever. Covid-19 and the global pandemic caused us to put our transformations on hold...

This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast features a true legend! In this live recording, we had the chance to hear from Founder of Coleman Management Associates, Harvey Coleman, the legendary author of Empowering Yourself and creator of the PIE method. Harvey Coleman's PIE method...

There is so much power that comes from vulnerability, and this episode demonstrates that so beautifully. In this Beyond the Business Suit, we are joined by Olympian and international speaker, Leslie Maxie, who is sharing her story of resilience, healing, determination and personal progress. Originally...

This episode of the Beyond The Business Suit, listeners get a two-for-one special! Originally recorded on Easter Sunday as a Beyonding Community preview session, the first portion of the episode explores an in-depth look at our relationship with rest and how we can give ourselves...

Calling all Black leaders in tech! The Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) joins the Beyond The Business Suit podcast in diving deep into the development of Black leaders in technology with a powerful panel that includes Robert D. Scott, Dean of ITSMF's Global Institute...

We're going “Right Within” with our next special guest, author and workplace and equity consultant, Minda Harts. On this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we're diving deep into how women of color can embrace their healing journeys due to workplace trauma using...

For the past few episodes, we've jumped back in time to our Beyond the Business Suit Conversations series, previously recorded live on Zoom March 16-20, 2020, a time when the majority of people in the Unites States were working from home due to the COVID-19...

As we continue to take a step back to 2020 during our Beyond the Business Suit Conversations series, we're featuring a powerful discussion with Well Being Activist and Visionary, Radiah Rhodes and Holistic Executive Coach, Marla Teyolia. In this conversation, we dove into how to...

In this episode, we're continuing to take a step back to March 16-20, 2020 when the pandemic first started and the majority of us were on lockdown at home trying to figure out how to cope. I got inspired to invite a few special guests...

As we continue to take a look back at the Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that took place March of 2020, we dive into a conversation featuring Certified Integrative Nutritionist and Founder of Yummy Spoonfuls, Agatha Achindu and Chiropractor and Owner of Elevate Family Chiropractic, Dr....

How would things be different if Black women were better represented in leadership in technology? For International Women's Day this year, we collaborated with the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and brought together a powerhouse group of women in tech that helped us to...

Originally recorded as a Soul to Soul session within the Beyonding Community, this episode goes DEEP into the trenches of the childhood and background of Dr. Naeema Olatunji as she discussed her new book, Raised As A Lie. Dr. Naeema tells her harrowing story of...

Make way for the Breandprenuer! The digital and creative strategist, Nick F. Nelson, is taking us through his original tips for creating, maintaining and enhancing your digital presence online. Originally recorded in the summer of 2021, Nick takes us through his methods for authentic storytelling,...

This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit is a bonus episode featuring an Info Session about the Beyonding Community that was recorded on January 10, 2022. In the episode, we provide an overview of the Beyonding Community, formerly called the Beyond Community, which is...

Who runs the world…GIRLS! Writer and Director, Leigh Davenport, takes us through her journey of “beyonding” in creating her scripted series for Starz entitled Run The World in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast. Recorded in the summer of 2021, not...

We're kicking off Season 6 of Beyond the Business Suit podcast with a bang! Host, Kailei Carr is joined by New York Times bestselling Author and Speaker, Luvvie Ajayi Jones for a groundbreaking discussion surrounding breaking through fear upon the release of her new book,...

In the latest episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we are featuring another Soul to Soul session from the Beyond Community, but this time the tables are turned! In this episode, Kailei Carr isn't interviewing a guest but instead is being interviewed by...

Did you know that you have the ability to create a life that you love without having to sacrifice? Life Coach, Dr. Krystal Conner, teaches us a few things about how we can live a life that is a 10 out of 10 in all...

It's time for you to crush your career! That's exactly what we're discussing in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast featuring special guest, author, speaker and podcaster, Dee Ann Turner. As a former executive of talent acquisition, Dee Ann Turner enlightens...

In many of the programs. and experiences I lead, especially for women of color, I ask them to do two things: remove your masks and and your capes. For many of the women I work with, they feel obligated to mask who they are (which...

In the latest episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we are joined by sought-after speaker, trainer and author, Angel Henry. Together we dive deep into a conversation centered around allyship for people of color — and especially Black women — in the workplace: what we...

This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast is a special replay of a Beyond Community Conversation with one of our Founding Beyond Community Members, Amber Smith. Amber is a STEM teacher turned Project Manager turned Farmer who has had such an amazing path...

In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we're sharing a conversation with Melissa Ingram, Esq., Senior Vice President of Multicultural Networks & Strategy for UP Entertainment. This conversation is an excerpt of a Soul to Soul session that was recorded live with the Beyond...

In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I'm joined by Nicole Roberts Jones, Bankroll Your Brilliance Expert & CEO of NRJ Enterprises. This is one power-packed episode! We talked about how Beyonce allowed her to find her fierce, the importance of getting the help...

In this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we are joined by my friend, colleague, sister on purpose and soror, Jovian Zayne! Jovian talks about motherhood, her work, upcoming International Day of Purpose which is taking place on Sunday, June 20, what is...

Over the past couple of months, India has been one of hardest hit places with COVID-19 and though conditions seem to be improving on the right trend, the country is still experiencing over 100,000 new cases per day, as of this post. I recently had...

From social justice issues to recognizing your own worth in the workplace, Managing Director of diversity and workplace performance consultancy firm, Everyday Lead, Jeannine K. Brown is giving us all the advice we need to step up our career advancement game. In this episode, Jeannine...

Let this be your signal to step your wealth game up to its highest level! Chartered Financial Analyst and Author, Charisse Conanan Johnson, is teaching us all about how to become “A Wealthy Girl,” based on her new book. In this episode, which is an...

How often can you say you qualify yourself and stand up for what you deserve? Selena Rezvani, Speaker and Leadership Consultant, is helping the Beyond the Business Suit family uncover how life-changing self-advocacy can be in your life. In this episode, Selena takes us through...

We as human beings have always thrived when in community with others! In this special episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, I felt compelled to share more about how powerful collective experience communities can be and why they are so necessary within our...

Faith, family and a lot of life experience has taught Director of Security at PSEG Nuclear, Trina Washington, a few things about herself and where she truly wants to be in life. By sharing her personal journey, Trina evokes a passion for understanding what her...

“Stop spending 100% of your time on 10% of who you are!” This is not only a subtitle for Author, Sheri Riley's book, Exponential Living, but doubles as a key perspective in understanding how to obtain overall peace in life. This episode of Beyond the...

Let's start rediscovering ourselves! This Beyond the Business Suit episode features a portion of a community session with Divine Channel, “Spokesperson for the Light” and Beyond Community member, Anika Apple, that was previously recorded exclusively for the Beyond Community. During her session, which in the Beyond...

Previously recorded on LinkedIn Live on my mother's birthday, February 18th, this episode is dedicated and inspired by her and one of her favorite subjects: building relationships. She was the best relationship builder I knew. She had a knack for connecting with people and making...

It's Valentine's Day weekend and a time when so many people are thinking about love. In today's episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I want to talk about self-love and giving yourself permission to love on yourself. Think about someone you love dearly. What are...

As women of color, we should be proud of our crowns! It's time for the world to be proud too! This is exactly what Law Professor and Civil Rights Advocate, Wendy Greene, dedicates her life to combatting every day throughout her career. As a way...

“The new dawn blooms as we free it!” Words spoken by this year's inaugural poet, 22-year old Amanda Gorman. This seems to be the theme for this year and has me thinking, ‘are we really prepared for our new opportunities? Are we really prepared for...

Take a sneak peak into our soulful sisterhood, the Beyond Community! On January 11, 2021 we launched the BEYOND COMMUNITY, an exclusive membership community designed to be an oasis for purpose-driven, high-achieving women to grow, elevate and expand. Each month we have special programming including...

As we enter into a new year and begin our journey towards a better tomorrow, it's important we take notes from individuals who can help guide us through the process such as Equity, Culture and Leadership Expert, Tara Jaye Frank. In this episode, Tara shares...

Hi there and welcome to the last episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast for the year! In this last episode, I wanted to share with you: how this year has redefined two phrases, my reflections on this year and two exciting announcements. This...

Let's get ready for 2021 leadership with President of Rewrite 365, Uneeka Jay! Not only does she help organizations with Training and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, but she also is highly skilled in being an integral part of the strategic planning for organizations of any...

Back in November, The Beyond the Business Suit Podcast celebrated Women's Entrepreneurship Day with three special female entrepreneurs including, Kahlilah Guyah of EHS Compliance Services, Shila Nieves Burney of Zane Venture Fund and Dr. Naeema Olatunji of Elevate Family Chiropractic. In this episode, we all...

How do you use your voice? This is what Speech Language Pathologist, and my personal friend and sorority sister, Pascale Bourne, teaches us in this episode originally featured as a LinkedIn Live session. Not only does Pascale share ways we can take care of our...

Have you ever heard of the Marie Kondo effect? Home Organizing Consultant, Pia Thompson, is bringing it directly to you! Not only is she a professional home organizer who bases are approach on Marie Kondo's KonMari Method™, but she takes decluttering one step further by...

One new type of episode that we are bringing to the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast this season is what I'm calling “Soul to Soul” sessions. Initially recorded exclusively for the Beyond Community, a virtual community where you learn to become the best version of...

Season 5 of the Beyond The Business Suit podcast is in full swing! Do you know the difference between masculine and feminine leadership? Feminine Leadership Coach and Speaker, Ekene Onu, who also is a long-time guest of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast, shares some...

Welcome to a new season of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast! In this season premiere, I'm encouraging you to take a look at the past year and embrace the journey of it all. For some, this year forced us to slow down and take...

Today we are beyond thrilled to share some exciting news. Three big announcements in one day! The Beyond Leadership Academy Through our parent company, The Asbury Group, we are excited to extend the Beyond brand by launching the Beyond Leadership Academy. The first cohort of...

Episode Description: We've made it! It is the final day of the Beyond Black Women: 30 days of Inspiration Series. In Day 30 of the series, it's now time to really go ‘beyond.' As I reflect on the inspiration that led me to create this series to begin...

We are almost at the end of our Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! As we enter Day 29 of the series, let's work on being the light in our own lives. This has been a trying year, and we still have more left to go. In...