PDX Business Spotlight

In this episode, Keshav interviews Morgan, the inspiring owner and founder of Polk Apothecary. Morgan opens up about her personal journey, detailing the extensive research behind selecting each herbal ingredient, carefully chosen to target specific skin conditions. She also shares insights from her educational path and prior business ventures, illustrating how she transformed her passion into a thriving skincare brand and brought her vision to life. Make sure to follow Polk Apothecary at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/polk_apothecary/ and check out their website at https://polkapothecary.com/ ⁠ Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast!

In this episode, Keshav sits down with Kal, the visionary owner and founder of S.M.O.C Skincare. Kal shares his personal journey of overcoming eczema through the creation of his products, his dedication to ensuring that every aspect of his business produces authentically organic skincare products, and offers inspiring advice for aspiring entrepreneurs eager to turn their passions into reality Make sure to follow S.M.O.C Skincare at ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/smocskincare/ and check out their website at https://maximumorganic.com/ Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast!

In this episode, Keshav chats with Sophia, the owner and founder of Salvie Donuts! Sophia discusses her Salvadorian heritage incorporated with the unique flavors in her donuts and her connection with the PDX community through her pop-ups. Make sure to follow Salvie Donuts at https://www.instagram.com/salviedonuts/ and check out their website at https://salviedonuts.square.site/?location=11ee2aa1321919e2a4873cecef6dbae8 Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youthventure/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Affouet, the owner and founder of Hibis Bloom. Affouet discusses the benefits and cultural significance of hibiscus, educating others about the beautiful food and drinks from Africa, connecting people through food, and much more! Make sure to follow Hibis Bloom on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/drinkhibisbloom/, visit their website at https://www.hibisbloom.com/, and check out their catering services at https://www.hibisbloom.com/hibisbloomcatering! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! ( --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Chishayla, the owner and founder of Fearfully & Wonderfully Made. Chishayla describes the intersection of being Christian and being a person of color, the most important ingredient in her products that big companies overlook, both the upsides and downsides of being a business owner of color in Portland, and much more! Make sure to follow FFAWM on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ffawm_/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Fearfully-Wonderfully-Made-LLC-102667558241681, on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@ffawm_ and visit their website at https://ffawm.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure/message

Welcome back to Season 5 of PDX Business Spotlight! In this first episode, Gauri chats with Wentemi, the owner and founder of Sumner Street Shea. Wentemi discusses the welcoming BIPOC business community in Portland, the benefits of following up with network contacts, the first Shea butter she formulated, and much more! Make sure to follow Sumner Street Shea on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sumnerstreetshea/?hl=en, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sumnerstreetsheallc and visit their website at https://sumnerstreetshea.com/! And don't forget you can visit Wentemi in person this Saturday and Sunday, September 17th and 18th at My People's Market at the OMSI Bridge Lot, from 11 AM to 5 PM! You can find more information on the My People's Market website here https://www.mypeoplesmarket.com/. Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure/message

For our final episode of Season 4, we put together a highlight reel of all the businesses we interviewed! Don't worry, we'll be back with Season 5 soon! Check out the Season 1, 2, 3, and 4 full-length episodes, available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Anchor, YouTube, and more! Businesses featured in Season 4: Sunny Knits: https://www.instagram.com/sun.nyknits/ Oracle Wellness Co: http://www.oraclewellnessco.com/ Mamasentials: https://mamasentials.shop/ Zocalo Wellness: https://zocalowellness.com/ Ella Dean: https://elladean.com/ Bumble Bath Soap: https://www.bumblebathsoap.com/ Optimistic Soap: https://www.optimisticsoap.com/ Hanuk Design: https://hanukdesign.com/ Himalayan Dumplings: https://www.himalayandumplings.com/ Want to support? Donate to our mission through this link: PayPal.Me --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Kyikyi, the owner of Himalayan Dumplings. Kyikyi discusses introducing her daughters to her culture, managing starting her businesses, her day job, and her kids' online school, what she thought about before starting her business, and much more! Make sure to follow Himalayan Dumplings on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/himalayandumplings/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/himalayandumplings and visit their website at https://www.himalayandumplings.com/! Visit Kyikyi in person at the Beaverton Farmer's Market. Find more information here: https://www.beavertonfarmersmarket.com/beavertonfarmersmarkert Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with YK and Anna, the owners and co-founders of Hanuk Design. YK and Anna talk about developing their products through motherhood and the pandemic, resources for young BIPOC entrepreneurs, developing sustainable products, and much more! Make sure to follow Hanuk Design on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hanukdesign/ and visit their website at https://hanukdesign.com/! And you can also visit them in person this Saturday, April 30th at the Crafty Wonderland Spring Art + Craft Market at the Oregon Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D (777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd in Portland, OR)! You can buy tickets at https://www.ticketswest.com/events/detail/crafty-wonderland-spring-art-craft-market-2022/ for only two dollars! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Molly, the owner and founder of Optimistic Soap. Molly discusses working a day job while also working on her passion and her hobbies, integrating her activist side with her soaps, supporting causes she believes in, even if she profits less, and much more! Make sure to follow Optimistic Soap on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/optimisticsoap/ and visit their website at https://www.optimisticsoap.com/! And you can also use Molly's website to find a retail store that stocks her soaps near you at https://www.optimisticsoap.com/find! Additionally, if you want to shop from her directly, you can meet her in-person at the My People's Market on June 4th! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Beatrice, the owner and founder of Bumble Bath Soap. Bea discusses getting over her fear of starting a business, trying to get her product in stores during the pandemic, the differences between Chicago and Portland for BIPOC business owners, and much more! Make sure to follow Bumble Bath Soap on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bumblebathsoap/ and visit their website at https://www.bumblebathsoap.com/! And don't forget to check out her upcoming events at https://www.bumblebathsoap.com/events and find all of Bumble Bath Soap's vendors at https://www.bumblebathsoap.com/contact! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Nicole Rose, the owner and founder of Ella Dean. Nicole discusses honoring her family with her brand, the unique way she formulates her all-natural products with organic ingredients, numerous tips and tricks for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Ella Dean on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/elladeanhair, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/ella-dean/, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/elladeanhair/, and visit their website at https://elladean.com/! Ella Dean products are also sold in Drink Mamey (website at https://www.drinkyajuice.com/ and Instagram at http://instagram.com/drinkmamey), Mid-K Beauty Supply (located at 5408 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212), Coral Story Beauty (website at https://www.coralstorybeauty.com/ and Instagram at https://instagram.com/coralstorybeauty), SymbiOp Garden Shop (website at https://gardenshop.symbiop.com/ and Instagram at https://instagram.com/symbiopgardenshop), Hair Goals By JD (website at https://www.hairgoalsbyjd.com/ and Instagram at https://instagram.com/hairgoalsby_jd), VIBY (website at https://vibyy.com and Instagram at https://instagram.com/vibyhouse), and Thirteen Lune (website at https://thirteenlune.com/ and Instagram at https://instagram.com/thirteenlune). Thirteen Lune is Ella Dean's newest retailer, and by 2023 they will roll out Nicole's brand to more than 600 JCPenney stores! And don't forget to join Nicole Rose and her mother, Kelly Johnson, on Saturday, March 26th from 1 to 2 on Zoom, where they will discuss their family's business, Dean's Beauty Salon and Barbershop, and their grandmothers, Mary Rose Dean and Gloria Ella Dean, and how they made history as entrepreneurs and how they served their community. You can RSVP and join the virtual event by going to https://multcolib.org/deans and you can check out Kelly Johnson's photography business at https://photographykellyjohnson.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Adrianna Locke, the owner and founder of Zocalo Wellness. Adrianna discusses treating both the mind and body, the importance of not treating the body like a machine, her first-hand experiences in natural medicine, struggling with burnout even in her dream job, and much more! Make sure to follow Zocalo Wellness on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/zocalowellness/ and visit their website at https://zocalowellness.com/! And don't forget to donate to Adrianna's Clinic the GoFundMe located at https://www.heydocclinic.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Ebony, the owner and founder of Mamasentials. Ebony talks about making her business authentic and relatable, how journaling helped her through the pandemic and in starting her business, and much more! Make sure to follow Mamasentials on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mamasentials/ and visit their website at https://mamasentials.shop/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Megon, the owner of Oracle Wellness Co. Megon discusses thinking about her family while making business decisions, how her empathy makes her business more fulfilling, her new subscription service, and much more! Make sure to follow Oracle Wellness Co. on Instagram at https://instagram.com/oraclewellnessco?utm_medium=copy_link and visit their website at http://www.oraclewellnessco.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

We're back with Season 4! In this episode, Gauri chats with Thilaga Arunarasu, the co-founder of Sunny Knits. Thilaga talks about balancing her business and schoolwork, lessons for other young entrepreneurs, her new greeting cards, and much more! Make sure to follow Sunny Knits on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sun.nyknits/ and visit them in-person at 109 SE 2nd Ave! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

For our final episode of Season 3, we put together a highlight reel of all the businesses we interviewed! Don't worry, we'll be back with Season 4 soon! Check out the Season 1, 2, and 3 full-length episodes, available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Anchor, YouTube, and more! Want to donate to us? Use this link and mention that it's a donation to YouthVenture in the message box: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/gauriarora20 And check out all business websites here: Charcuterie Me - https://www.charcuterie.me/ Cafe Diaspora - https://www.cafediaspora.com/ Exilior Coffee - https://www.exilior.com/ Ishq Skincare - https://ishqskincare.com/ Amity PDX - https://amitypdx.com/ Spoiled Sole - https://thespoiledsole.com/ Lily Henry Jewelry - https://www.etsy.com/shop/lilyhenryjewelry/ Black and Gifted - https://blackandgifted.storenvy.com/ Om Integrative Medicine - https://www.omintegrativemedicine.com/ Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at http://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Dr. Shalini Kapoor, the owner and founder of Om Integrative Medicine. Dr. Kapoor discusses her approach to medicine, understanding patient hardship throughout the pandemic, the wide breadth of conditions she treats, and much more! Make sure to follow On Integrative Medicine on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/om.integrative.medicine/ Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/OmIntegrativeMedicine check out their website at https://www.omintegrativemedicine.com/ and feel free to call her clinic at (503)-951-8008! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Dave, the owner and founder of Black and Gifted. Dave talks about learning from other artists, his power beyond the artwork he creates, how the Black Lives Matter protests in Portland affected him and his business, and much more! Make sure to follow Black and Gifted on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/black_and_gifted_pdx/ and check out their products at https://blackandgifted.storenvy.com/! Between February 4th and 14th, 2021, make sure to check out Black and Gifted's inflatable brain character at the MAX station on SW 6th and Morrison! And don't forget to look at the other businesses Dave recommended, like Mic Capes (https://www.instagram.com/miccapesraps/), Mirisata Restaurant (https://www.instagram.com/mirisata/) and the Wonder Ballroom (https://www.instagram.com/wonder_ballroom/)! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Amy, the owner and founder of Lily Henry Jewelry. Amy discusses how she finds unique antiques for her jewelry pieces, how her business got its name, how the pandemic and rise in Asian hate affected her and her business, and much more! Make sure to follow Lily Henry Jewelry on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lilyhenryjewelry/ and check out their Etsy store at https://www.etsy.com/shop/lilyhenryjewelry/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Eleshia Nath, the owner and founder of Spoiled Sole. Eleshia discusses finding her community, adapting her business due to the pandemic, how she sources local ingredients, and much more! From now, until February 2022, use code "YOUTHVENTURE" for 25% off your purchase (ALL products)! Make sure to follow The Spoiled Sole on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thespoiledsole/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thespoiledsole, and check out their website at https://thespoiledsole.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Alshiref, the owner and founder of Amity Artisan Goods. Alshiref talks about learning from opposition, how he decided when to open his business, seeing challenges as opportunities, and much more! Make sure to follow Amity on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/amitypdx/, check out their website at https://amitypdx.com/ and visit them in person at 962 SW Morrison Portland, OR 97205! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Sarah Zareen, the owner of Ishq Skincare. Sarah discusses growing up with natural remedies, testing and perfecting her recipes, healing as a global community, understanding capitalism from a different perspective during the pandemic, more about the deeper meaning of her products, and much more! Make sure to follow Ishq Skincare on Instagram at instagram.com/ishqskincare, on Facebook at facebook.com/ishqskincare/, on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXfNW7GDV7URqAoXlk-7ZqpfP11i4KQUG and check out their website at ishqskincare.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri chats with Francis, the owner and founder of Exilior Coffee. Francis talks about seeing both sides of the coffee industry, using his coffee to uplift others, coffee brewing tips, about the Soil-to-Cup approach, and much more! Make sure to follow Exilior on Instagram at instagram.com/exiliorcoffee/, on Facebook at facebook.com/ExiliorCoffee/?locale=en_US and check out their website at exilior.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode, Gauri talks to Sam, the owner of Diaspora Coffee & Chai Co. Sam describes his first-hand experience as an immigrant in the US, learning about coffee, what chai means to him, and much more! Make sure to follow Diaspora Coffee & Chai Co. on Instagram at instagram.com/cafediasporapdx/, and check out their website at cafediaspora.com/! Also, make sure to follow Sam's nonprofit, Jubilee Hall, on Instagram at instagram.com/jubileehallpdx/ and check out their website at jubileehallpdx.org/! Please consider donating and/or volunteering to support his nonprofit! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

For the first episode of season 3, Gauri chats with Nai, the owner and founder of Charcuterie Me. Nai discusses her experience with Prosper Portland & TIE Oregon, learning how Portland supports small businesses, making charcuterie boards for the Trail Blazers, and much more! Make sure to follow Charcuterie Me on Instagram at instagram.com/charcuterie.me/, Facebook at facebook.com/charcuterieme/, and check out her website at charcuterie.me! From now until November 28, you can use code "YOUTHVENTUREPODCAST" to receive 15% off your first box! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

This is our last episode of Season 2, so we put together a highlight reel of all the businesses we interviewed in Season 2! And don't worry, we'll be back for Season 3 around November 2021, with a plethora of amazing business spotlights. Check out the Season 1 & 2 full-length episodes, available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Anchor, YouTube, and more! And check out all business websites here: @youthventure | Linktree --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks to Liane, the owner of Ten2Midnight Studios. Liane describes the community support available to BIPOC owned businesses, the creative opportunities offered by the pandemic, how she designs her pieces, and much more! Make sure to follow Ten 2 Midnight Studios on Instagram at instagram.com/ten2midnightstudios/, Facebook at facebook.com/Ten2MidnightStudios/, and check out her website at ten2midnightstudios.com/! Also, don't forget to visit her in-person at the Bellevue Downtown Arts Market September 4th through 6th (bellevuedowntown.com/events/downtown-arts-market) at 106th Ave NE and NE 6th Street, and at Art in the Burbs October 9th and 10th (artintheburbs.org/?sfw=pass1630005923) at Tigard High School! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Lindsay, the owner of Love, Lindsay Cosmetics. Lindsay discusses the intersection of her business and mental health, the importance of self care during the pandemic, and much more! Make sure to follow Love, Lindsay Cosmetics on Instagram at instagram.com/lovelindsaycosmetics/, and check out her website at love-lindsay-cosmetics.myshopify.com/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with Natalie Edwards, the owner of Lucille & Annie's Poundcakes. Natalie chats about her childhood memories while baking with her family, her true inspiration for creating delicious cakes, advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Lucille & Annie's Poundcakes on Instagram at instagram.com/landapoundcakespdx/, Facebook at facebook.com/landapoundcake and check out her website at lucilleandanniespoundcakes.com/! Also, don't forget to visit her in-person at the Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market on August 17 and 31 (tuesdaymarketplace.org/), the Taste of Tigard on September 18 (tigard-or.gov/community/taste_of_tigard.php), and the Golden Evening Market on August 21 (https://www.thegoldenevening.com/)! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with Felecia Graham, the owner of Essence Of A Goddess LLC. Felecia talks through her process of creating body butters, more about being a doula, and advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Essence Of A Goddess LLC on Instagram at instagram.com/essenceofagoddessllc/, Facebook at facebook.com/EssenceOfAGoddess and check out her Etsy shop at etsy.com/shop/EssenceOfAGoddessLLC! Also, join her VIP Facebook group at Essence Of A Goddess VIP | Facebook! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with Keyunna, the owner of Shoebox by Ki. Keyunna discusses styling her coworkers, the amazing clothing pieces she sells, advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Shoebox by Ki on Instagram at instagram.com/shoeboxbyki, and check out their website at shoeboxbyki.com! Also, don't forget to check out their pop-up at My People's Market from August 6th through 8th! Find more information at mypeoplesmarket.com! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Michelle, the owner and founder of Third Eye Books, Accessories, and Gifts. Michelle talks about Oregon's racist past and its effect on the present, inspirational advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Third Eye B.A.G on Instagram at instagram.com/thirdeyebag/, Facebook at facebook.com/thirdeyebag/, and check out their website at thirdeyebag.com/! Also, don't forget to check out their brick and mortar store on Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10am to 6pm, at 2518 SE 33rd Avenue! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks to Pilar, the owner and founder of How Sweet It Is. Pilar describes how sweet treats can carry memories, finding a community of other BIPOC owned businesses, and much more! Make sure to follow How Sweet It Is on Instagram at instagram.com/howsweetitispdx/, and on Facebook at facebook.com/howsweetitispdx/! Also, don't forget to check out their website at howsweetitispdx.com/ to order some treats for yourself or a loved one! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Darius, the owner of People of Color Clothing. Darius discusses diversity within the BIPOC community, the powerful story behind his "Immigration is Beautiful" shirt, and much more! Make sure to follow People of Color Clothing on Instagram at instagram.com/peopleofcolourclothing/, Facebook at facebook.com/peopleofcolourclothing/?modal=admin_todo_tour, Twitter at twitter.com/POCClothing and check out their website at peopleofcolourclothing.com/! Also make sure to listen to Darius' new podcast, Color Reimagined, at open.spotify.com/show/7zVk98FLn6cBJFzvgsHxRD. Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

Welcome back to season 2 of PDX Business Spotlight! In the first episode of this new season, Gauri chats with Ola, the owner and founder of Flourish Spices and African Food. Ola describes what inspired her to create her business, mouth-watering African dishes, inspiration for young entrepreneurs, and more! Make sure to follow Flourish Spices and African Food on Instagram at instagram.com/flourishspicesandafricanfood, Facebook at facebook.com/Flourish-Spices-and-African-Food-174601959299942/?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX and check out their website at flourishafricanmart.com! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with David, the owner and founder of HAB Sauce. David discusses learning to be confident, the inspiration for the amazing flavors in his sauces, how his family has impacted his business, and more! Make sure to follow HAB Sauce on Instagram at www.instagram.com/habsauce/ and check out their website at habsauces.com/! Are you a self motivated person who is looking for part time work, 1-3 days a week, starting this summer? Send your resume or 2-3 paragraphs about yourself and why you would be a great fit at HAB Sauce. If you are interested in an amazing summer job, you can email David at habsauce@gmail.com. Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Palani, the owner and founder of No End Of. Palani discusses the inspiration for her beautiful clothing pieces, working with other indigenous artists and nonprofits, how she is turned her disadvantages into advantages, making the switch to online sales during the pandemic, and much more! Make sure to follow No End Of on Instagram at www.instagram.com/noendofdesigns/, Facebook at www.facebook.com/ugmedia and check out their website at noendofclothing.com/! Check out NEO and other amazing small businesses at The Market By Produce event this weekend from 12pm-6pm at 140 NW 4th Avenue, Portland, Oregon! And don't forget to check out Palani's recommended Indigenous artists and businesses at www.instagram.com/xiuhtezcatl/ and www.instagram.com/drb_collections/! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Gauri talks with Nong, the owner and founder of Nong's Khao Mang Gai. Nong discusses how she came to the US from Thailand, getting away from her abusive father, how she turned her disadvantages into advantages, and much more! Make sure to follow Nong's Khao Man Gai on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nongskhaomangai/, Facebook at www.facebook.com/nongskhaomangai/ and check out their website at khaomangai.com/! And don't forget to listen to Nong's podcast at www.ridingtiger.com/ and subscribe to her YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/channel/UC-OAs67d1sfxtZTjpFHVV_Q! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Jasmine, the creator and founder of Essance Skincare. Gauri and Jasmine discuss starting a business from scratch, tailoring her products to her customers' needs, using sustainable, fair trade ingredients, and more! Make sure to follow Essance Skincare on Instagram at www.instagram.com/essance.skincare/ and check out their website at https://essanceskincare.com/! And if you're listening to this on Earth Day, use code ESSANCESHOP20 for 20% off your order! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Roxana, the Sales and Daily Operations Manager of Felton & Mary's, a local business that sells barbecue sauces and spice rubs with decades old recipes. Gauri and Roxana chat about bringing communities together with food, continuing the recipe legacy, passing the entrepreneurial spirit to the next generation, and more! Make sure to follow Felton & Mary's on Instagram at @feltonandmary, check out their products at farmer's markets, New Seasons, Market of Choice, and even more locations listed on their website at feltonandmary.com! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Inger, the owner of With Love, From PDX, a company that creates gift boxes with specially curated items from local artisans. Gauri and Inger discuss the secrets to good gift-giving, networking with other BIPOC owned small businesses, paying forward her publicity, entrepreneurial advice, and more! Make sure to follow With Love, From PDX on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/withlovefrompdx/ and visit their website at https://withlovefrompdx.com/! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Jaylen and Kyla, the founders of J&K Partnership. J&K Partnership creates raised garden beds to promote social justice and accessibility. Jaylen and Kyla talk about their inspiration for getting started, how they balance their new business and school, and advice for young entrepreneurs of color. Make sure to check out J & K Partnerships on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jk.partnership/ and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jk.partnership/! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Kamelah Adams, the owner of Mimi's Fresh Tees. They discuss the impacts of systemic racism, how clothing can promote social justice, and more! You can start wearing your truth today by visiting Mimi's Fresh Tees PDX and, if you're listening within a week of release, you can get up to 60% off with their sale! You can also visit Mimi's Fresh Tees on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at PDX Business Spotlight (anchor.fm) and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Saffron, the owner of HeroMasksStudio. They discuss how she got started, how the pandemic has affected her business, and more! Don't forget to check out her dresses with pockets, coming soon, and her colorful masks on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HeroMasksStudio?ref=notif_nfyfs&order=date_desc. During March, use code "IAMWOMAN" for 10% off your order! Know any black-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message

Hello! Welcome to PDX Business Spotlight's introduction! YouthVenture is a youth-led nonprofit organization aimed at supporting African American families. Our goal is to spotlight Black-owned small businesses in the Portland & Beaverton area, and help them out! Stay tuned and go follow us at @youthventure_! -- Gauri, Keshav, & Olivia --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message