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This week on BEB we discuss Atlanta Greek Picnic and how Greek life has changed plus ... Should homeless people be placed in jail and charged with prostitution if caught having sex in public? Guest Souf Papa joins us in all the discussions and drops his new single Kids Snackz.
On this week of the podcast we are joined by entrepreneur, dancer and artist Sheree Rome! Also, happy Centennial to the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Topics include: What shows you grew up watching that nobody would guess, a funny story about becoming a waterbed technician, Sheree's journey of bouncing back after a serious ACL injury, couples that look like each other, Atlanta Greek Picnic and more! Be sure to tap into the Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit and follow the podcast page @ifiletyoutellitpod on Instagram. You can also follow Sheree @aromea_therapy6 and her business page @movingpurpose.
Tune in to hear Melvin and ShaRon discuss the Atlanta Greek Picnic and changes in Greek Life
Love Ultra Radio welcomes founder of Atlanta Greek Picnic, guest Tiwa Works. Learn how and when The Atlanta Greek Picnic started, hear which fraternity chapter Tiwa is a member of and why the "The Yard" is known as a historical space. Check out why community is important to the fraternity and sorority space, why voting is necessary to our people and culture and uncover what the stroll is all about. Support Atlanta Greek Picnic June 8 - June 12, 2022. Come experience HBCU history, cheer on your favorite stroll chapter, and receive good vibes with AGP culture.
We have heard the statement a million times..."Your network creates your net worth". Nobody quite exemplifies this statement like Mr. TiwaWorks himself! Tiwa turned a college hustle and reputation into a Multi-Million dollar festival known as Atlanta Greek Picnic. Using his network during and after college, Tiwa built a real estate and festival conglomerate that has allowed him to bring culture and value to hundreds of thousands of people! Listen in AND TAKE NOTES... its about to get SERIOUS!
When are festivals coming back?! Will live events ever be the same? Tiwa Works the Founder and Producer of the massively successful ABE in Lagos and one of the largest live events for college students in the US, Atlanta Greek Picnic, joins the podcast this week to chat about: The Future of Live Events, Networking with Industry Gatekeepers Building Business Abroad How to Plan for the Reemergence of Live Events Post-Pandemic PLUS we dive into his other ventures in Real Estate and Tech Entrepreneurship to discuss; Where to Look for Good Real Estate Advice How to Spot Scammer "Experts" on Twitter/IG/ and Clubhouse The Basic Due Diligence Every Entrepreneur Should do BEFORE Investing Why Business Bankers Should be your BFF Follow Tiwa and Learn More About His Events: linktr.ee/tiwaworks https://eventnoire.com/abe-lagos/ https://atlantagreekpicnic.com/ Follow the Show and Host online: IG: @moytpodcast IG @shaymlawson FB: Shay M. Lawson, Esq. Twitter: @shaymlawson The materials and information contained on this podcast and site are for informational purposes only and you should not consider anything on podcast or show notes as personalized legal advice. **This podcast is also not intended to create (nor does it) an attorney-client relationship between Shay M. Lawson and you. You should not act upon any information contained in this content without first seeking professional legal counsel. ** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Today, Casey chats with serial entrepreneur and founder of the Atlanta Greek Picnic, Tiwa Works. They talk about everything from entrepreneurship and event planning, to real estate, investments, and government contracts, and the importance of networking in all of those spaces. Listen in for how Tiwa has built several sustainable businesses since he was 16 years old and how he has been a successful serial entrepreneur. Tiwa shares how he has leveraged the opportunities that just came to him to propel himself to success. He also shares some of the biggest business lessons he’s learned over the years. This is an episode that you don’t want to miss if you want to have legacy and impact in business, as an entrepreneur! Subscribe Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify Meet our Guest Known for his innovative entrepreneurial endeavors, his passionate leadership, and community engagement, Tiwa Works has created a lasting impression on industries worldwide – from Atlanta, Georgia to Lagos, Nigeria. The British-born Nigerian, credits his hard-working parents and discipline for helping to develop his keen business acumen and successful portfolio. While pursuing his Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Information Science at Georgia Southwestern State University, Works was initiated into Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and volunteered with numerous service organizations. Here is where he cultivated his interest in live events and providing unmatched experiences. Immediately after graduating, Works combined his love for music, experience as a college DJ and his network-savvy mindset to take his gifts to the next level with the founding of Tiwaworks, an upscale event and marketing company. While Works’ projects encompass a variety of entertainment offerings, special guests, seamless activations, and Grammy-nominated artists, his most impressive implementation is the Atlanta Greek Picnic. Heading into its 17th year, Atlanta Greek Picnic empowers, enlightens, reaches and unites all those of The Divine Nine organizations to build relationships within the National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC) and use these relationships to serve their communities. Connect with Tiwa Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Website Email Show Notes [3:46] – Casey gives some background information about Tiwa. [7:30] – The interview begins. [8:10] – Tiwa talks a little more about who he is and what he does. [9:24] – Casey asks what sparked Tiwa’s entrepreneurial spirit as a young man. [14:06] – Tiwa and Casey talk about some of his biggest business takeaways from doing the Atlanta Greek Picnic for over a decade. [17:40] – Tiwa talks about the differences in how business is done here in the US and in other countries. [21:42] – Casey asks how Tiwa has pivoted in business, to deal with the limitation of the pandemic. [25:54] – Tiwa talks about how he manages having multiple businesses and giving value in all of them, on the back end. [31:50] – Casey asks Tiwa if there is a key component that has helped Tiwa connect with so many people, celebrities, and brands. [36:06] – Tiwa shares some of his biggest business missteps and the lessons he’s learned from them. [45:10] – Casey asks what advice Tiwa has for folks who really need money and are considering taking the shady deal. [50:00] – Tiwa shares the mindset routines he practices to maintain his faith and success. Meet our Host Casey is an entertainment and digital media law attorney who helps influencers and creative entrepreneurs who struggle with navigating the legal side of their businesses and brands, specifically as it relates to contracts. She prides herself on helping creatives negotiate fair deals with Fortune 500 companies and leading entertainment brands, all while helping them build legally sound businesses that are built for generational wealth and impact. Here on the podcast, she normally does that through sharing the stories of successful entrepreneurs and influencers to help you learn from their mistakes. But occasionally, like today, switches things up and highlights popular culture. Subscribe Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify
The first season of Third Culture Africans introduced us to the change makers putting the African continent on the map. We’ve heard from some incredible professionals, entrepreneurs, and artists about how they define and create success in their respective fields. These trailblazers have a few traits in common. Today we reflect on a few lessons we’ve learned from our guests: the value of being true to yourself, following your passion, and investing in what you care about. Some Lessons From Third Culture Africans Fashion-preneur Fisayo Longe reflects on how being open to sharing her journey is core to where she is at today. She speaks to how being herself is key to the growth of her business. Guest Tiwa Works founded the Atlanta Greek Picnic, the largest event in the United States for black fraternities and sororities. Now drawing thousands to city each year, the event came about from Tiwa following his passion for business and entertainment. In this segment, he touches on losses, learning, and never giving up. The U.N. recognized Efe as one of the Most Influential African People. His entrepreneurial journey has been able tackling the big problems, and he’s had some major successes along the way. During his interview, Efe discusses a time he was involved in something he realized he didn’t truly care about and the lesson learned. Serial entrepreneur Charles Sekwalor has plenty of experience solving problems through business. Through MoveMeBack, he has set an ambitious goal to bring 500 million jobs to Africa. Here, he unpacks his approach to problem-solving. Arese is on a mission to help women take control of their financial independence. In her episode, she talks about how one thing led to another: small articles created a following, leading to workshops, and eventually the book idea. Misan has captured photos of the royal family, film icons, and supermodels. Now Misan Harriman is the first black photographer to photo a cover for Vogue. He talks in Third Culture Africans about his obsessions with photography. ABOUT ZEZE ORIAIKHI-SAO Zeze Oriaikhi-Sao attended Grenoble Ecole De Management where she received a Master’s in International Business. She also holds a Bsc (Hons) in Informatics. She is mother, an international and entrepreneurial leader. The Founder and Managing director of Malée Natural Science; Africa’s 1st global luxury fragrance and body care brand operating across two continents with products available in 9 countries in wholesale, B2B, Hospitality, E-commerce and travel retail. An advisory board member and Program director at INNOCOS, the world beauty innovations summit as well as a consultant and international speaker and beauty industry expert on the luxury beauty and cosmetics industry, sustainability practices, innovation, disruption, trends and brand heritage. Featured in international TV and Media publications such as CNN, The Telegraph, Grazia, ELLE Magazine, Glamour, Oprah Magazine and Atlanta Post. She is a pioneer of Female owned luxury business in Africa and is passionate about innovation. Zeze is the host of the pioneering podcast Third Culture Africans. She shares entrepreneurial tips and more on her personal website Zezeonline.com
Tiwa Works ABOUT TIWA WORKS Tiwa Works’ positivity has buoyed him into becoming a world-class entrepreneur and leader. An entrepreneur, real estate agent, and motivator, he founded Tiwaworks International, which annually hosts the United States’ largest black Greek letter event, the Atlanta Greek Picnic. It draws over 25,000 people to Atlanta with a $7.5-million impact. Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Event Nigerian-British born Tiwa Williams, known better as Tiwa Works, was raised in a family of entrepreneurs. Tiwa makes friends everywhere he goes; his infectious optimism is at the root of his multiple successful business ventures. The most notable is the Atlanta Greek Picnic. Hear how this multi-million-dollar event came about and its legacy. Tiwa covers a lot of ground in this podcast, with insights on everything from the power of black fraternities and sororities to having the American experience. He speaks about systemic racism, the riots in Atlanta, and fostering the necessary change. He touches on his influences: his parents, Jim Rohn, and others. Learn why you always need to be looking for opportunities and the importance of networking to grow your business. Highlights of the episode: 5:03: What it was like adjusting to the different cultures; some “Coming to America” moments 18:52: Getting into fraternity life and how it created the foundation for Tiwa Works 35:38: The seed for Atlanta Greek Picnic 45:21: Why he started in real estate ahead of the Great Recession of 2007; seizing the opportunity 50:30: What entrepreneurship looks like for Tiwa Works 57:49: Witnessing the frustration of people after George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement in Atlanta 1:02:13: About how the Greek Picnic was already a voice of protest; the implications of the BLM and George Floyd at next year’s event 1:04:27: What else can be done to combat racism as African-led brands build and grow across the globe? Mentioned Resources CULTURED. PlugATL Atlanta Greek Picnic Malée ABOUT ZEZE ORIAIKHI-SAO Zeze Oriaikhi-Sao attended Grenoble Ecole De Management where she received a Master’s in International Business. She also holds a BSc (Hons) in Informatics. She is a mother, and an international and entrepreneurial leader. The Founder and Managing director of Malée Natural Science; Africa’s 1st global luxury fragrance and body care brand operating across two continents with products available in 9 countries in wholesale, B2B, Hospitality, E-commerce and travel retail. An advisory board member and Program Director at INNOCOS, the world beauty innovations summit as well as a consultant and international speaker and beauty industry expert on the luxury beauty and cosmetics industry, sustainability practices, innovation, disruption, trends, and brand heritage.
#AGP2019 is here! On episode 12, we were able to chat with Tiwa Works - Founder of the Atlanta Greek Picnic. Tiwa told us how he started Atlanta Greek Picnic, what made this picnic the “#1 Greek Picnic in the country” as well as what he does once AGP Week has concluded. If you haven’t already purchased your tickets, go to http://rebelity.com/agp/pbl to get your tickets before it’s too late! Host: @jevonaw (Instagram, Twitter) Guest: @tiwaworks (Instagram) @atlantagreekpicnic1 (Instagram) @atlantagreekpicnic (Facebook, Twitter) Follow Us: @prophytesbelike (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) @PBLPodcast (Instagram, Twitter) Please free free to visit Patreon.com/prophytesbelike or anchor.fm/prophytesbelike to give small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/prophytesbelike/support
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@OnMyGrownTP sits down with the founder and CEO of @atlgreekpicnic1 @Tiwaworks to discuss Atlanta Greek Picnic starting with humble beginnings to its current popularity. http://atlantagreekpicnic.com/ Follow us on social media @OnMyGrownTP Email us at OnMyGrownThePodcast@gmail.com Visit our website OnMyGrown.com
This week we catch up with our homie Rashida creator of TheMoveNY.com, a New York event guide and review site...we have a weekend recap...Bryson's drunk Miami stories...Dre at the Crawfish Boil...Josh at Coney Island...Rashida tells us about Atlanta Greek Picnic...we update on the NBA Finals and Draymond's suspension...Crazy people, nightclub shooting and gun reform...how come Greeks are never from Greece and more...Give us a listen and PLEASE subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes!!! RSVP for our July 3rd event "Dope BBQ w/ the Cr3w" at secret rooftop in BK...link below https://www.squadup.com/events/dopebbqcr3w Follow us on IG: @cr3w.ent @lovejonesmark @themoveny @dre_da_prophet @b.wil___ @iamjoshwells Be sure to check out our homies @ItzMeTiffany & @Tiara_Marei dope new podcast on the Cultur3 Network "Sorry Not Sorry(link below): https://soundcloud.com/user-756393951/sorry-not-sorry-podcast Check out our @cr3w.fit page on IG, and also our fitness apparel provider at @bullbythehornsfitness! Also if you're interested in Cr3wSh!t Kickball RSVP on the link below. The draft is coming up soon there are a few spots left! https://thecr3wkickball.splashthat.com/ #Cr3wShit #DoSomething