Podcast appearances and mentions of melissa bradley

On this week's episode of Love Notes, Dr Deb Castaldo speaks with love coach Melissa Bradley about the topics of searching for love.

Host Dr Deb Castaldo speaks with special guest and love coach Melissa Bradley.

Melissa Bradley is a Serial entrepreneur, investor, professor and researcher. Expertise in (impact) investing, technology, financial services, (social) entrepreneurship, venture capital, social responsibility and media. Significant start-up experience, successful investments facilitated for start-up and emerging companies, extensive board leadership and engagement and aspirational golfer.

Hello, dear listeners! Welcome to another transformative episode of Founder Hustle, hosted by Melissa Bradley, where we celebrate the indomitable spirit of entrepreneurship. In today's new episode, she's joined by the insightful Kiley Summers, Co-Founder of Spendebt. Tune in as we explore how Kiley and his wife Talisha are using FinTech to break generational curses by empowering families with financial knowledge. Through their platform, Spendebt, they are redefining the way we approach debt and wealth-building. Join us to discover Kiley's remarkable journey from corporate engineer to fintech disruptor. Gain insights into his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, family, and making a lasting impact. Prepare to be inspired as we delve into Kiley's mission to leave a legacy of financial empowerment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greetings, listeners! Welcome to another insightful episode of Founder Hustle, hosted by Melissa Bradley. Today she's joined by the visionary Ceata Lash, the founder of PuffCuff. Join us as we uncover the story behind the creation of PuffCuff, a groundbreaking hair clamp designed for those with textured hair. Ceata's journey from the initial spark of an idea to the fruition of a product demonstrates her unwavering determination and resilience. Tune in to learn about Ceata's inspiring entrepreneurial journey, her commitment to diversity and representation, and her invaluable lessons for aspiring business creators. Discover the art of developing a product that not only meets a need but transforms an industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Founder Hustle, hosted by Melissa Bradley. In today's episode, we're privileged to hear from the exceptional Mindelyn Anderson, Founder (and soon to be CEO) the Mirror Group. Join us as we delve into Mindelyn's journey as a third-generation entrepreneur, where she's harnessing the power of data to drive positive change. The Mirror Group specializes in culturally responsive consulting, where data isn't just numbers – it's a narrative for informed decision-making. Discover how Mindelyn's passion for data and equity led her to establish a groundbreaking venture, and gain insights into how she is navigating the path to becoming a CEO. Tune in to explore the world of data-driven transformation and discover the strategies that have propelled Mindelyn's success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere of Founder Hustle, hosted by Melissa Bradley. In this episode, we're diving into the journey of Lorin Dixon, the ingenious mind behind ZaveryCakes. Join us as we explore how Lorin transitioned from a professional basketball career in the WNBA to a pioneering role in the baking industry. Lorin's brand, ZaveryCakes, has taken the baking world by storm, revolutionizing it with pop culture-inspired bakeware. Discover how her tenacity, combined with her ingenious approach, has enabled her to merge food and fun, with molds featuring characters from Nickelodeon, the WNBA, the NFL, and more. Learn how she transformed a simple idea into a thriving business and glean invaluable insights from her experience. Tune in to uncover Lorin's remarkable journey from the courts to the kitchen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Founder Hustle, the podcast series shining a spotlight on New Majority entrepreneurs. I'm your host, Melissa Bradley, and today, we're diving into another captivating episode from season 1. Join Melissa as she sits down with Jacqueline Rodgers, CEO of Green Top Gifts, a business that has now secured its place in retail stores across the country. Jacqueline's story is one of sheer determination and resourcefulness. She masterfully leveraged her full-time job to pave the way for her business empire. Learn how she utilized her relationships, skills, and financial resources to build a thriving venture. In this enlightening conversation, Jacqueline shares her belief in continuous learning, emphasizing the importance of gleaning wisdom from those around you, be it co-workers, board members, or even family members. Her ability to seize opportunities and turn them into valuable lessons has been instrumental in her entrepreneurial journey. For those who find themselves in a full-time job while nurturing dreams of starting their own business, Jacqueline's advice is priceless. Discover the secrets she swears by, and learn from her experiences to make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Founder Hustle is returning with its 3rd season on Tuesday, September 5th! If you're new here, welcome! Founder Hustle is a podcast series that shines a spotlight on the journeys of New Majority entrepreneurs, led by Melissa Bradley, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist. In this season, Melissa will be engaging with New Majority entrepreneurs who are making their mark in unexpected domains. From a WNBA player revolutionizing the culinary craft sphere to a corporate engineer disrupting the FinTech industry, we're embracing a diverse range of topics this season. Since day one, our mission has been to empower New Majority founders to break free from the deficit mindset, and we're excited to continue that journey with this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back for an update episode with Jacquelyn Rodgers, founder of Greentop Gifts. I first spoke with Jacquelyn in 2020, when we learned Greentop Gifts aims to create products that represent what the holidays look like for Black and Brown families. Since then, Jacquelyn has gotten Greentop Gifts into retailers like Target and Amazon.  In this episode Jacquelyn shares:  What it took to get into Target retail and the village that supported her journey there The many grant competitions and accelerator programs she's used to expand her business and network The hilarious mantra she uses to make sure she doesn't burn out while running a business, being a wife and mom of two, and much more!  Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  HubSpot Podcast Network- The audio destination for business professionals with content designed to help you listen, learn, and grow. Listen to Side Hustle Pro and more shows on the HubSpot Podcast Network, at https://www.hubspot.com/podcastnetwork.  Links mentioned in this episode Google Founders Academy: https://startup.google.com/programs/founders-academy/  Google Black Founders Fund: https://startup.google.com/blackfoundersfund/  FedEx Small Business Grant: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/small-business/grant-contest.html  New Voices Foundation: https://newvoicesfoundation.org/  Target Accelerators Program: https://targetaccelerators.com/happenings/news/2023-target-accelerators-applications-now-open/  Boss Women Media: https://bosswomen.org/  Melissa Bradley's Accelerator Program:  https://www.1863ventures.net/mentor-team  Greentop Gifts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/  Greentop Gifts Website: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/   Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements Join our Facebook Community If you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media Info https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/  www.greentopgifts.com

Welcome back to Founder Hustle, the podcast series dedicated to the stories of New Majority entrepreneurs. Hosted by Melissa Bradley, and today, we're revisiting another powerful episode from season 1. Join Melissa as she sits down with April Harris, the fabulous Founder of Keeping You Sweet. In this inspiring conversation, April shares her incredible journey from facing adversity to building a thriving business. Listeners are advised that there is a brief reference to suicidal ideation in this episode. April Harris launched Keeping You Sweet in 2017, introducing a delectable range of health-conscious desserts in her New Jersey-based company. As one of the few African Americans in the competitive food industry, April's path to success was not without its challenges. However, guided by the wisdom of her late mother, who taught her, "There's God and then there's everybody else," April found strength and perspective amidst difficulties. Her unwavering determination, resilience, and reliance on prayer helped her navigate the obstacles and emerge triumphant. During this candid conversation, Melissa Bradley dives deep into April's journey, uncovering valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs facing tough circumstances. April's approach of treating everyone with love and leading with faith offers valuable lessons for anyone striving to make their dreams a reality. So join us as we learn from April Harris, a true embodiment of transforming challenges into *sweet* success. Get ready for an episode filled with inspiration, encouragement, and a testament to the power of determination. Stay tuned for more episodes of Founder Hustle coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Founder Hustle, the podcast series by, for, and about New Majority entrepreneurs. Hosted by Melissa Bradley. Although this month, we're taking a short break from new episodes before we drop season 3, fear not, because we have some gems from season 1 to share with you. In this special episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Kalilah Wright, the visionary Founder of Mess in a Bottle. If you have a creative idea itching to be realized or if you're looking to venture into uncharted territories, this episode is tailor-made for you. Kalilah's journey will inspire you to seek what's missing in the world or even just in your world and turn it into something extraordinary. Originally from Jamaica W.I., Kalilah moved to the United States at a young age and was raised in the vibrant city of Brooklyn, NY. Armed with a Masters degree from Morgan State University and a Bachelors of Arts from Penn State University, she utilized her background in design and architecture to launch Mess in a Bottle in January 2016, based in Baltimore, Maryland. Mess in a Bottle isn't just a brand; it's a powerful means of expression. With each item designed and printed at Kalilah's in-house studio in Baltimore, the brand aims to drive change and provoke thought in its audience.  During this episode, Kalilah generously shares her roadmap to finding the inner strength and courage to take risks. For founders of color, she emphasizes the potential of leveraging our culture as a competitive advantage. By doing so, she believes we can challenge and reshape the world's perception of us, silencing any negative messages that may have been historically perpetuated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the season 2 finale of Founder Hustle, Melissa Bradley sits down with Diedre Mathis, Founder and CEO of Wanderstay Hospitality Group, based in Houston, TX. Diedre's love for people and her extensive travel experiences to 46 countries across all seven continents led her to the world of hospitality. During a travel gap year in Australia, Diedre stayed at numerous hostels and boutique hotels, which sparked her passion for creating spaces where people from all around the world could come together and foster a sense of community. She saw the potential in making travel more accessible and inclusive. Melissa and Diedre explore a wide range of compelling topics in this captivating episode. Diedre shares her insights on the lack of diversity in the hospitality industry and how she is making a difference by adding much-needed representation. They discuss her approach to hiring and supporting her staff, as well as her experiences raising funds for her business through pitch competitions and navigating relationships with different banks. The conversation also delves into the intersection of motherhood and entrepreneurship, as Diedre shares her journey of building a family while building her business. The importance of social capital and networking is highlighted, along with other valuable insights from Diedre's entrepreneurial journey. Tune in to this finale of Founder Hustle as Melissa Bradley and Diedre Mathis explore the world of hospitality, diversity in the industry, raising capital, building a family, and the significance of social connections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Founder Hustle with Melissa Bradley, our guest is Naza Shelley, the founder of CarpeDM, a value-driven matchmaking service for professional Black women. Naza, an attorney turned matchmaker, recognized the need to make the dating experience easier for Black women, who often face lower rates of engagement, racism, hyper-sexualization, and even violence on mainstream dating apps. Naza shares her journey of pivoting from law to entrepreneurship and discusses her passion for solving major dating challenges. She highlights the collaborative effort she made with a Black female psychologist to create a comprehensive questionnaire that feeds into CarpeDM's algorithm, leading to more compatible matches. During the episode, Melissa and Naza delve into the challenges of raising capital and the importance of being open to pivoting in the entrepreneurial journey. They also touch on CarpeDM's current expansion plans, with a focus on bringing the service to Atlanta after successfully launching in the DMV area. If you're single and interested in influencing CarpeDM's expansion decision, visit carpedmdating.com and enter your city. Join Melissa Bradley and Naza Shelley as they explore the inspiring story behind CarpeDM and the drive to revolutionize the dating landscape for Black women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this captivating episode of Founder Hustle, host Melissa Bradley engages in a compelling conversation with KJ Hughes, the esteemed founder of Manifest and a professor specializing in sports and entertainment business. Join us as KJ shares his inspiring journey of building Manifest into a cultural phenomenon, driven by his unwavering vision for creating extraordinary experiences. Throughout the episode, KJ delves into his deep-rooted desire to establish Manifest as more than just a service, but as an immersive cultural experience. With meticulous attention to detail, he recounts the challenges and triumphs encountered along the path to Manifest's realization, unveiling the intricacies of crafting an unparalleled business. Tune in to this enlightening episode as Melissa Bradley and KJ Hughes explore the transformative power of Manifest and its unwavering commitment to enhancing lives through unparalleled service and curated experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Founder Hustle Melissa is joined by another Bradley, Terri-Nichelle Bradley, the founder and CEO of Brown Toy Box. She is focused on closing the racial wealth gap through toys. She didn't settle for just making dolls, rather she wanted to Black up the toy industry and disrupt the education space overall. She's sharing the trials, tribulations and wins she's faced on her mission to create the next generation of "did you know" kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back, Founder Hustle fam! In today's premiere episode Melissa Bradley is sitting down with a real life unicorn, Barbara Jones-Brown. Barbara is the founder and CEO of Lillii RNB, the only Black and veteran led IT company in the country in the loss prevention space. Lillii stands for Let's Imagine Life with Ladies In IT, and that's exactly what Barbara is doing. Today they're discussing everything from paving the way for the future generation of founders, equity, knowing your worth, manifestation and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're new here, hello and welcome! Founder Hustle is a podcast series that highlights the journey of New Majority entrepreneurs, hosted by Melissa Bradley, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist. In each episode, Melissa interviews a successful New Majority entrepreneur to uncover their path to success, the challenges they faced, and the lessons they learned. We're so excited to be back this season, we couldn't wait until the premiere on May 23rd to give you a little preview of what you can expect! And if you like what you hear, you can catch up on all the episodes from season one of Founder Hustle wherever you get your podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are one of the listeners that tune into DNA Today every week, then you definitely know by now we have launched our Patreon. This is where you can not only get bonus content from DNA Today, you can get early access to episodes before the public. You also get to influence the content of the show, this includes episode topics and guests plus pitching questions I ask during interviews, and of course I will give you a shoutout when I ask your question. Oh and if you sign up by May 25th you get a bonus physical gift! For these benefits and more you can visit our Patreon, link is in the show notes and on our website DNAToday.com.We are continuing our peek into the past! Last episode we explored the history of the genetic counseling field with Michelle Fox and Debra Collins who shared about the first annual National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) conferences. In this episode we are learning about the formation of the American Board of Genetic Counseling (aka ABGC) with Ann Walker and Ed Kloza. Ann Platt Walker, MA, LCGC has held many leadership positions including the Founding President and Director of the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), President of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) in 1982, and has been on the Board of Directors for the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG), American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG), and the American Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). During Ann's career she held roles at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center including as the program director for the Master's of Science in Genetic Counseling Program for over two decades. She has authored over 20 peer reviewed publications, 10 book chapters, and countless abstracts and presentations. Ann has been awarded many times through her impressive career including the Natalie Weissberger Paul National Achievement and Leadership Awards from NSGC.Ed Kloza, MS, LCGC was the first genetic counselor in Maine. He helped establish clinical genetics in Southern Maine and pioneered prenatal serum screening at the Foundation for Blood Research in Scarborough, and was a member of the team from Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island which published the first international clinical validation study of cell-free DNA screening. He was key in the development of the genetic counseling profession including as a past president of NSGC (the first, and one of only two males elected to that position), and in helping create the American Board of Genetic Counseling (which we are focusing on today). In 2000, Ed was honored with the Natalie Weissberger Paul National Achievement Award. Currently Ed is the genetics education consultant for the New England Regional Genetics Network (NERGN) and is an adjunct Professor at Bay Path University with their graduate Genetic Counseling program.On This Episode We Discuss:The ABGC versus the NSGC and which came first!The early days of board examsWhat prompted the creation of the ABGC in 1992Challenges in forming ABGCThe original goals of ABGC as an organizationThe first ABGC president and other key playersWhen ABGC began to accredit genetic counseling programsEstablishing practice-based competenciesIf you want to learn more about the history of the GC field, check out Episode 136 with Linda Robinson . Episode 31 with Robin Schwartz also gives a great overview of the field. You can learn more about ABGC by heading to their website, or by following them on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Today on May 12th, 2023, where we'll be discussing risk assessment advances for Alzheimer's disease! New episodes are released every Fridays. In the meantime, you can binge over 235 other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Today”. Episodes since 2021 are also recorded with video which you can watch on our YouTube channel. DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen. Our social media lead is Corinne Merlino. Our video lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Outreach Intern is Sanya Tinaikar. Our Social Media Intern is Kajal Patel. And our Graphic Designer Ashlyn Enokian.See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, DNAToday.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to info@DNAtoday.com. Want to become a genetic counselor? Looking for ways to engage with the field and boost your resume for grad school applications? Then you should check out Sarah Lawrence's “Why Genetic Counseling Wednesday Summer Series”! Every Wednesday this June (plus the last Wednesday in May) Sarah Lawrence is hosting a series where you can interact through Zoom with genetic counselors from different specialties. It kicks off on May 31st! You can sign up at SLC.edu/DNAtoday. Again visit SLC.edu/DNAtoday to register to level up your resume for applications in the fall. (Sponsored)As many of you know through podcasting I have become an entrepreneur including consulting for other podcasts. Since I don't have a business degree I have learned a lot through podcasts like Porch Talks. The inspiration to start this show was from the host Melissa Bradley who wanted to inform, instruct, and inspire fellow entrepreneurs, especially in people who identify as women, people of color, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and folks in the LGBTQIA+ community (which drew me in initially). So if you are thinking about starting a business or just love hearing stories about how businesses grow, Porch Talks is for you. (Sponsored)Surely you have heard of whole genome sequencing, but what about rapid and ultra-rapid whole genome sequencing? This is an emerging method of diagnosing genetic conditions for quick management. PerkinElmer Genomics offers this incredibly valuable test, which can be life saving for ill babies and kids. Learn more in our full episode (#226) with PerkinElmer Genomics. You can visit perkinelmergenomics.com for more information. (Sponsored)

Congratulations to everyone who matched with a genetic counseling program last week! Special shoutout to our Communications Lead, Corinne Merlino, for matching with the University of Pennsylvania! Check out DNA Today Episode #101, Genetic Counseling Match Day, to prepare you to start grad school. We also provide advice for applicants that didn't match in this cycle and offer inspiration to apply next round.In the spirit of recent matches, upcoming graduation, and DNA Day we thought it was time for another giveaway! This time we are giving away GC Genius' top two study materials: their study guide and flashcards featuring the top 100 genetic conditions to know. Enter on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn before May 2nd! You can even enter on all three to increase your chances of winning. Fun Fact: The flashcards were co-created by Ashlyn Enokian, MS, CGC, who designed our DNA Today logo! She is also a genetic counselor featured on DNA Today Episodes 101, 111, 135, and 212.Can't wait to see if you won? Use the code “DNATODAY” for a discount in the GC Genius Etsy store through May 31st, 2023. —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We are going back in time in this episode of DNA Today to explore the history of the genetic counseling field. In part 1 of this 2-part series, we are focusing on the first annual conference for the National Society of Genetic Counselors which was in 1981, 54 years ago! Joining me are two rockstars in the field of GC, Michelle Fox and Debra Collins!Michelle Fox, MS, CGC, is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UCLA. For over 30 years, Michelle coordinated the UCLA Genetics Clinic, providing genetic counseling services to both pediatric and adult populations, including the UCLA Predictive Huntington Disease Testing Program, early onset Alzheimer and genetic neurodegenerative disorders. She is also a faculty member of the UCLA Genetic Counseling Program. Michelle served on the Secretary's Advisory Committee for Heritable Disorders of Newborns and Children Follow-up and Treatment sub-committee and on the National Society of Genetic Counselors Public Policy Newborn Screening Task Force in 2014. She was a member of the Western States Regional Genetics Network from 2010-2013. Michelle served on the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics Hearing Loss Guidelines Committee (2013), the American Board of Genetic Counseling Engagement Task Force (2016) and the National Society of Genetic Counselors Conflict of Interest Task Force (2017-2018). She currently serves on the Mt. Sinai Medical Center Genetic Counseling Program Advisory Board, UCLA Genetic Counseling Program Advisory Board and was a member at large of the National Society of Genetic Counselors board of directors (2019-2020). Michelle was awarded the Natalie Weissberger Paul Lifetime Achievement Award 2022 recognizing her contributions to the field of genetic counseling!Debra Collins, M.S., CGC, has been a genetic counselor at University of Kansas Medical Center for four decades. She has been working there as a genetic counselor for about four decades and her current roles include being a hereditary cancer genetic counselor, with special expertise in von Hippel-Lindau syndrome, and advisor to the genetics and neoplasia medical school curricula.. She has been an active member of the NSGC, including being a past President, serving on the Board of Directors, the Professional Status Committee and currently in the Cancer Genetics Special Interest Group. In 2006, she was awarded the Jane Engelberg Memorial Fellowship Special Award for an online course on grant writing for genetic counselors. Collins also had leadership roles in organizations such as the American Society of Human Genetics, The American Board of Genetic Counseling, and many family support / advocacy groups. Debra graduated from Sarah Lawrence College, the first genetic counseling program, with her Master's Degree in Human Genetics. She has enjoyed working as a genetic counselor every day: providing education, advocating, counseling, translating complex information, and making a difference in the lives of patients and families. On This Episode We Discuss:Why it's important to understand the history of the genetic counseling fieldWhy the year 1969 is an important one for the professionThe first annual education (NSGC) conferenceThe role of the March of DimesThe number of people who attended the first conferenceThe next few annual education conferencesWhat has changed since thenNSGC conferences todayIf you want to learn more about the history of the GC field, check out Episode 136 with Linda Robinson . Episode 31 with Robin Schwartz also gives a great overview of the field. Stay tuned for part 2 of this series with Ed Kloza and Ann Walker where we will focus on the Formation of the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).You can learn more about the past, present, and future of NSGC conferences here!Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Today on May 5th, 2023 where we'll be continuing this history of genetic counseling discussion by chatting about the formation of the ABGC with Ed Kloza and Ann Walker. New episodes are released every Friday. In the meantime, you can binge over 235 other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Today”. Episodes since 2021 are also recorded with video which you can watch on our YouTube channel. DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen. Our social media lead is Corinne Merlino. Our video lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Outreach Intern is Sanya Tinaikar. Our Social Media Intern is Kajal Patel. And our Graphic Designer Ashlyn Enokian.See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, DNAToday.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to info@DNAtoday.com. Want to become a genetic counselor? Looking for ways to engage with the field and boost your resume for grad school applications? Then you should check out Sarah Lawrence's “Why Genetic Counseling Wednesday Summer Series”! Every Wednesday this June (plus the last Wednesday in May) Sarah Lawrence is hosting a series where you can interact through Zoom with genetic counselors from different specialties. It kicks off on May 31st! You can sign up at SLC.edu/DNAtoday. Again visit SLC.edu/DNAtoday to register to level up your resume for applications in the fall. (Sponsored)Are you interested in the rapidly growing field of genetics and want to learn more about clinical genetics, molecular genetics, and laboratory science? Then you should check out the Genetic Assistant Online Training Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine!By taking part in the program, you will be joining both national and international learners with the same passion for genetics. Interact directly with your Johns Hopkins instructors and fellow learners throughout the program. Limited spots are available for the summer cohort starting June 5th, 2023. Click here for more information. (Sponsored)As many of you know through podcasting I have become an entrepreneur including consulting for other podcasts. Since I don't have a business degree I have learned a lot through podcasts like Porch Talks. The inspiration to start this show was from the host Melissa Bradley who wanted to inform, instruct, and inspire fellow entrepreneurs, especially in people who identify as women, people of color, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and folks in the LGBTQIA+ community (which drew me in initially). So if you are thinking about starting a business or just love hearing stories about how businesses grow, Porch Talks is for you. (Sponsored)

Sometimes it helps to look back before we look forward! As we get ready for season 2 of Founder Hustle with Melissa Bradley, premiering on May 23rd, 2023, we want to share some of our favorite moments from season 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are officially launching our Patreon next week on DNA Day, April 25th! To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the discovery of the structure of DNA and 20th anniversary of the completion of the human genome. By becoming a Patreon supporter you can receive benefits like joining our exclusive genetics book/movie club, mentorship sessions with me, even being on an episode of DNA Today! If you sign up as a Patreon supporter in the next month (by May 25th) we will throw in an extra physical gift, a piece of DNA Today merch. We launch on DNA Day (April 25th) so you can celebrate our genetics holiday by becoming one of our first patrons then! As a prenatal genetic counselor, our host, Kira Dineen, is very intrigued to learn all about the new advances in non-invasive prenatal screening or NIPS. To see what's new in at-home NIPS we are joined by experts from Juno Diagnostics (JunoDx), Katie Sagaser and Allison Rodgers!Katie Sagaser is the Director of Genetic Counseling at Juno Diagnostics. Katie's team provides telehealth, prenatal genetic counseling services for patients undergoing Juno's Hazel™ Non-Invasive Prenatal Screen – the first at-home, capillary-based NIPS for fetal aneuploidy. Prior to joining JunoDx, Katie was an assistant professor of Gynecology & Obstetrics in the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Katie's professional interests center on equitable access to genetic testing and access to comprehensive reproductive health care throughout the lifespan. Most recently, she was the lead author on NSGC's Practice Guidelines for Expanded (Equitable) Carrier Screening. A member of both the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine Reproductive Health Advisory Group and NSGC's Public Policy Committee, Katie is also actively engaged in public policy work surrounding reproductive health and genetics. At Juno, Katie is passionate about using social and digital media to scale access to high-quality information on genetics and reproductive medicine.Dr. Allison Rodgers is a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility doctor. She is currently the Director of Education at Fertility Centers of Illinois, a US Fertility Practice; additionally, she serves on the Clinical Advisory Board for Juno Diagnostics. Dr. Rodgers' personal experiences with secondary infertility and pregnancy loss inform her unique insights into reproductive medicine, contributing to compassionate and individualized patient care. She is published in top medical journals covering endometriosis, tubal factor infertility, in vitro fertilization, and donor sperm. Her special interests include in-vitro fertilization, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, unexplained infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, premature ovarian insufficiency, LGTBQIA+ fertility, reciprocal IVF, and transgender fertility. She completed her residency at Case Western Reserve-Metrohealth Medical Center Cleveland Clinic, followed by a fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. You may recognize Dr. Rodgers from Tik Tok and Instagram where she shares fertility education with more than 1.3 million followers!On This Episode We Discuss:The inspiration behind JunoDx and their goal/missionWhat drew Katie and Allison to JunoDxHow JunoDx's technology/approach differs from other companies to successfully perform NIPS on a much smaller sample volumeHow does Juno's at-home approach to sample collection for NIPS increases accessibility, particularly those in underserved or remote areasThe difference between JunoDx's 2 NIPS, Hazel and BirchDetermining sex of the baby with Birch NIPSConditions included in the more comprehensive Hazel screeningThe process of ordering Hazel or Birch NIPS, collecting the sample, to learning the resultsThe positive predictive value and negative predictive values of the tests, what these values mean, and how they compare to other NIPS and other at-home NIPSThe evolution and future of at-home NIPS tests, particularly related to advancements in technology and genetic testingTo learn more about Juno Dx, visit their website and Youtube and Pinterest pages. You can also follow Juno Dx on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. And be sure to follow Dr. Rodgers on Tik Tok and Instagram, and Katie Sagaser on Twitter and Instagram!Further Reading:Capillary blood collection: exploring a new method to promote noninvasive prenatal screening access "An exploration of methods to enable equitable access to non-invasive prenatal screening""Optimizing blood collection, transport and storage conditions for cell free DNA increases access to prenatal testing""Noninvasive prenatal detection of sex chromosomal aneuploidies by sequencing circulating cell-free DNA from maternal plasma""Women In Wellness: Katie Sagaser of JunoDx On The Five Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Help Support People's Journey Towards Better Wellbeing" Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Today on April 28th, 2023, where we'll be going back in time to explore the history of the genetic counseling field. We are focusing on the first annual conference for genetic counselors which was in 1981, 54 years ago! Joining us for this conversation are two rockstars in the field of GC, Debra Collins & Michelle Fox! New episodes are released every Friday. In the meantime, you can binge over 230 other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Today”. Episodes since 2021 are also recorded with video which you can watch on our YouTube channel. DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen. Our social media lead is Corinne Merlino. Our video lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Outreach Intern is Sanya Tinaikar. Our Social Media Intern is Kajal Patel. And our Graphic Designer Ashlyn Enokian.See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, DNAToday.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to info@DNAtoday.com. Are you interested in the rapidly growing field of genetics and want to learn more about clinical genetics, molecular genetics, and laboratory science? Then you should check out the Genetic Assistant Online Training Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine!By taking part in the program, you will be joining both national and international learners with the same passion for genetics. Interact directly with your Johns Hopkins instructors and fellow learners throughout the program. Limited spots are available for the summer cohort starting June 5th, 2023. Click here for more information. (Sponsored)Want to become a genetic counselor? Looking for ways to engage with the field and boost your resume for grad school applications? Then you should check out Sarah Lawrence's “Why Genetic Counseling Wednesday Summer Series”! Every Wednesday this June (plus the last Wednesday in May) Sarah Lawrence is hosting a series where you can interact through Zoom with genetic counselors from different specialties. It kicks off on May 31st! You can sign up at SLC.edu/DNAtoday. Again visit SLC.edu/DNAtoday to register to level up your resume for applications in the fall. (Sponsored)As many of you know through podcasting I have become an entrepreneur including consulting for other podcasts. Since I don't have a business degree I have learned a lot through podcasts like Porch Talks. The inspiration to start this show was from the host Melissa Bradley who wanted to inform, instruct, and inspire fellow entrepreneurs, especially in people who identify as women, people of color, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and folks in the LGBTQIA+ community (which drew me in initially). So if you are thinking about starting a business or just love hearing stories about how businesses grow, Porch Talks is for you. (Sponsored)

American entrepreneurship had been on a 40-year decline. But 2020 is the year that turned around; entrepreneurship is on the rise once again. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, aspiring entrepreneurs filed paperwork to start 5.4 million new businesses in 2021. This recent surge in entrepreneurship has been disproportionally attributed to women and people of color, so for this special two-part series we're honing in on an intersection of those two identities: Black women. In the second of our two-part “Black Women Entrepreneurs” series, available in your feed now, we're broadening the lens to dig into the cultural and business forces behind the rising tide of Black entrepreneurship and the marketplace changes needed to further empower its growth. Carla joins innovative business leader Melissa Bradley in Washington, D.C. to discuss 1863 Ventures, a national business development nonprofit accelerator and venture capital fund for historically underestimated individuals. The organization is on a mission to generate 100 billion dollars of wealth for founders by 2030. Through 1863 Ventures, Melissa is working to create an entrepreneurial ecosystem where Black founders, including the rising tide of Black women business owners, can thrive. Come on and join us for the ride.https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/inclusive-innovation-and-opportunity Disclaimer textThe guest speakers are neither employees nor affiliated with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. (“Morgan Stanley”). The views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley. The information and figures contained herein has been obtained from sources outside of Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley makes no representations or guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of information or data from sources outside of Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information or data contained in this podcast. This podcast does not provide individually tailored investment advice and is not a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell any security or other financial instrument or to participate in any trading strategy. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.© 2023 Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Members SIPC.

We are thrilled to be launching our Patreon very soon. It might be on a genetics holiday, I'll let you figure that one out. In the meantime we would appreciate your insight on what you want from the Patreon. It's your last chance to fill out our survey so that we will offer the benefits you want. You can access the 60 second survey here. Maybe you really want DNA Today merch or would love to have one on one mentorship with me. Maybe you have your own idea! Whatever your thoughts are, get them in by April 21st, 2023! Thanks for helping to develop our Patreon. On this episode, genetic counselor and entrepreneur, Matt Tschirgi, shares insights he has learned from running his own company and a survey he sent out to fellow entrepreneurs in the field. My guest today is a fellow genetic counselor entrepreneur, Matt Tschirgi! Matt (he/him) performs contract work through his company, Genetix Consulting, LLC, in addition to being employed at a commercial lab. He has more than 15 years of combined experience in clinical and industry genetic counseling. Matt's professional interests include prenatal genetics; academic and industry partnerships; and professional issues such as continuing education, multi-state licensure, and incorporating genetic counseling assistants in both clinical and industry settings. He earned his BS degree from Washington State University, and his MS in genetic counseling from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Last year, Matt put a call out on Twitter and LinkedIn to fellow genetic counselors who are entrepreneurs to share their experiences for a student lecture he was putting together. This call generated a lot of interest and tons of responses, many of which we'll be discussing in this episode!On this episode we discuss:The origin of LLC Genetix Consulting and the services they offerGenetic counseling skills that are transferable to being an entrepreneurCharging as an entrepreneur in genetics (fee ranges and payment models) Types of services that people provide (i.e., medical writing and editing, project management, variant curation, career/life/personality coaching, and more!)Challenges that people have facedWhat people love most about their businessesAdvice on getting your business started!If you're interested in learning more about entrepreneurship and consulting in genetic counseling, we highly encourage you to follow Matt on Twitter, and check out these slides.Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Today on April 21st, 2023 where we'll be discussing at-home non-invasive prenatal screening with JunoDx! New episodes are released every Friday. In the meantime, you can binge over 230 other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Today”. Episodes since 2021 are also recorded with video which you can watch on our YouTube channel. DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen. Our social media lead is Corinne Merlino. Our video lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Outreach Intern is Sanya Tinaikar. Our Social Media Intern is Kajal Patel. And our Graphic Designer Ashlyn Enokian.See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, DNAToday.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to info@DNAtoday.com. Want to become a genetic counselor? Looking for ways to engage with the field and boost your resume for grad school applications? Then you should check out Sarah Lawrence's “Why Genetic Counseling Wednesday Summer Series”! Every Wednesday this June (plus the last Wednesday in May) Sarah Lawrence is hosting a series where you can interact through Zoom with genetic counselors from different specialties. It kicks off on May 31st! You can sign up at SLC.edu/DNAtoday. Again visit SLC.edu/DNAtoday to register to level up your resume for applications in the fall. (Sponsored)As a listener of DNA Today, you probably heard me talk about NIPT, non-invasive prenatal screening, that looks for extra or missing chromosome conditions during pregnancy. But did you know there is one that can also screen for recessive disorders (like cystic fibrosis) and fetal antigens? BillionToOne offers UNITY Screen, which does all this from one blood draw from a pregnant person. Visit unityscreen.com for more info. Listen to DNA Today Episode #224 Single Gene NIPT and #225 Fetal Antigen NIPT. (Sponsored)As many of you know through podcasting I have become an entrepreneur including consulting for other podcasts. Since I don't have a business degree I have learned a lot through podcasts like Porch Talks. The inspiration to start this show was from the host Melissa Bradley who wanted to inform, instruct, and inspire fellow entrepreneurs, especially in people who identify as women, people of color, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and folks in the LGBTQIA+ community (which drew me in initially). So if you are thinking about starting a business or just love hearing stories about how businesses grow, Porch Talks is for you. (Sponsored)

Have you heard? We are launching a Patreon! For those that are not familiar with Patreon, it's a platform that allows creators (like podcasters) to offer their followers more content, experiences, and even gifts. We have an exciting list of ideas on what we will offer you listeners, but we want you to make the final decisions on which benefits we end up offering you. So get your votes in through our survey. It only takes 60 seconds to fill out. Thank you SO much!!In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and genetics, focusing on the potential impact of AI policies and regulations on the field. Why do our show notes look different this week? We decided to stay on brand for this episode and use AI (shoutout Podium) to write this content. We discuss the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT and BioGPT and their potential to transform healthcare and the genomics industry by assisting humans in interpreting vast amounts of genetic data. We delve into the importance of using AI-powered tools like ChatGPT to enhance our understanding of genomic data while maintaining privacy, and we discuss The Family Vault, which helps parents maintain ownership and control of their babies' genomic data. We also explore the challenges of implementing AI solutions in the clinical genomics industry, focusing on the importance of data provenance, quality, and privacy. Join us as we examine the future of data management in a hybrid world of centralized and decentralized databases, and learn about the exciting developments in the world of genetics.Daniel Uribe is the father of a rare disease child. He is an expert in cybersecurity, data laws, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and genomics. Daniel is the inventor of BioNFTs to tokenize revocable digital rights over human biosamples and derived biodata based on data privacy laws to enable ethical AI training in genomics and healthcare.Top 10 Keypoints:AI chatbots like ChatGPT and BioGPT are transforming healthcare and genomics by assisting humans in interpreting vast amounts of genetic data.AI policies and regulations, such as the AI Bill of Rights, are being proposed to ensure responsible and ethical AI systems in healthcare and genomics.Data used to train AI must be accurate, properly presented, and free from bias to avoid producing misleading or harmful results.AI-powered tools like ChatGPT can help individuals explore their genomic data while maintaining privacy and control over their genetic information.The Family Vault enables parents to maintain ownership and control of their babies' genomic data while collaborating with researchers in federal programs.Data provenance, quality, and privacy are essential when implementing AI solutions in the clinical genomics industry.A hybrid world of centralized and decentralized databases is emerging for data management in genomics, with a focus on digital hygiene and controlled access to sensitive genetic information.Creating sub-datasets and limiting access to relevant data for specific purposes can help maintain control over genetic data while contributing to research and receiving personalized medical care.Trustable, certified genetic testing is crucial as AI continues to play a larger role in healthcare and genomics.The future of genetics will involve exciting developments in the understanding and interpretation of DNA data, with AI technologies playing a significant role in augmenting human knowledge and capabilities.Episode Chapters:AI in Genetics and HealthcareThe Best of Both WorldsCentralization vs Decentralization in Digital DataExploring the Wonders of DNAChapter Summaries:(0:00:02) - AI in Genetics and Healthcare (16 Minutes)In this episode, we explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in genetics and the potential impact of AI policies and regulations on the field. Our guest, Daniel Uribe, is an expert in cybersecurity, data laws, NFTs, and genomics. He discusses the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT and BioGTP and their potential impact on healthcare and the genomics industry. AI has the potential to assist humans in interpreting large amounts of genetic data and augment human knowledge. However, the data used to train AI must be accurate, properly presented, and free from bias.(0:15:47) - The Best of Both Worlds (10 Minutes)In this portion of the conversation, we delve into the potential of AI-powered tools such as Chat GPT to enhance the understanding of our genomic data while maintaining privacy, enabling individuals to make informed decisions about their health. The Family Vault is discussed as a means to help parents maintain ownership and control of their babies' genomic data, while still collaborating with researchers in federal programs. The conversation also touches on the importance of decentralized data storage and privacy-preserving technologies for protecting sensitive genetic information from hackers and unauthorized access'(0:26:03) - Centralization vs Decentralization in Digital Data (6 Minutes)In this part of the discussion, we examine the future of data management in a hybrid world of centralized and decentralized databases, focusing on the importance of digital hygiene and controlled access to sensitive genetic information. By creating sub-datasets and limiting access to only the relevant data for specific purposes, individuals can maintain control over their genetic data while still contributing to research and receiving personalized medical care. We also touch on the potential implications of genetic data on insurance pricing and the importance of trustable, certified genetic testing as AI continues to play a larger role in the field'Learn more about Genobank.io here. You can also check out this DNA Exchange article that Kira read in preparation for this interview. Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Today on April 14th, 2023! New episodes are released every Friday. In the meantime, you can binge over 230 other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Today”. Episodes since 2021 are also recorded with video which you can watch on our YouTube channel. DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen. Our social media lead is Corinne Merlino. Our video lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Outreach Intern is Sanya Tinaikar. Our Social Media Intern is Kajal Patel. And our Graphic Designer Ashlyn Enokian.See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, DNAToday.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to info@DNAtoday.com. Juno Diagnostics has developed the next generation of non-invasive prenatal tests so that all pregnant people can access a higher standard of care. Juno Diagnostics is the only genetic testing company on the market that performs NIPS for common aneuploidies on blood samples from a finger stick instead of a traditional venous blood draw. That means you collect your sample on your own time, at home, and still have NIPS at a CLIA laboratory! Juno's Hazel™ NIPS screens for common chromosome variations seen in pregnancy, such as Down syndrome or trisomy 21, trisomy 13, and trisomy 18 – in addition to testing for fetal sex. You can order this test yourself, or have your healthcare provider order for you. Head to JunoDx.com and use the code "DNATODAY” for 10% off! Keep your eye out for our full episode interview with experts from Juno Dx including fellow genetic counselor Katie Sagaser and Dr. Allison Rodgers. In the meantime, check out JunoDx.com to learn more about Hazel and their other test Birch (which tests just for the sex of your baby). (Sponsored)Surely you have heard of whole genome sequencing, but what about rapid and ultra-rapid whole genome sequencing? This is an emerging method of diagnosing genetic conditions for quick management. PerkinElmer Genomics offers this incredibly valuable test, which can be life saving for ill babies and kids. Learn more in our full episode (#226) with PerkinElmer Genomics. You can visit perkinelmergenomics.com for more information. (Sponsored)As many of you know through podcasting I have become an entrepreneur including consulting for other podcasts. Since I don't have a business degree I have learned a lot through podcasts like Porch Talks. The inspiration to start this show was from the host Melissa Bradley who wanted to inform, instruct, and inspire fellow entrepreneurs, especially in people who identify as women, people of color, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and folks in the LGBTQIA+ community (which drew me in initially). So if you are thinking about starting a business or just love hearing stories about how businesses grow, Porch Talks is for you. (Sponsored)

Welcome to the season finale of Porch Talks with Melissa Bradley and Bruce Brown. Bruce is a parent, husband and the founder and CEO of Brown Executive Search. He is on a journey to do better and leave an impact on the world as it relates to Black people. From Jamaica to the Bronx, today he's diving into how he went from enlisting in the military to his career in search, and how he's using his knowledge and talents to help Black people get hired. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter: @WeAreNMV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back for another conversation on Martha's Vineyard with Melissa Bradley and Derick Pearson. Derick is a husband, proud parent, person who is connected to the community, and the Executive Director for the Center For Black Innovation. He is determined to continue creating spaces for people to connect and gain access to resources, which is exactly what he did when he co-founded Black Tech Week. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter: @WeAreNMV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mori Taheripour, educator and entrepreneur, joins Melissa Bradley in Martha's Vineyard for a vulnerable and honest conversation on the porch. They discuss the importance of claiming your power, your tears, and how Mori hopes to empower future entrepreneurs through her latest book, Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly. Available everywhere now! Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter: @WeAreNMV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to another episode of The Pathfinders, brought to you by Ansarada. On this episode, host Dhani Jones is speaking with Managing Partner at 1863 Ventures, Melissa Bradley! With over 20 years of entrepreneurship, investment and leadership experience, Melissa is on a mission to help as many diverse entrepreneurs achieve business success as she can. She joins Dhani to discuss working for two different Presidential administrations, the biggest challenges she has faced, her mother's influence, and advice on growing a deal-making mindset. Join us for this fascinating episode of The Pathfinders, brought to you by Ansarada.You can learn more about 1863 Ventures here, and you can follow Melissa on LinkedIn here.  Don't forget you can also follow Dhani on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.Follow Us LinkedIn @AnsaradaTwitter @ansaradaFacebook @AnsaradaPlatformInstagram @ansarada_Presented by Ansaradawww.ansarada.com

On today's episode of Porch Talks, Melissa Bradley invites Philip Gaskin to her porch. Phillip Gaskin is the vice president of entrepreneurship at the Kauffman Foundation, a longtime ecosystem builder, cross-sector connector and leader. Phillip shares how witnessing his father's journey as an entrepreneur is the driving force behind the work that he does, the importance of listening to your community, and the fact that there IS enough room for all of us to win. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter: @WeAreNMV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the economic landscape continues to act unpredictably and a recession looms, 1863 Ventures Managing Partner Melissa Bradley shares steps for preparing your business to withstand the headwinds of 2023 and beyond.

Welcome to the first episode of Porch Talks with your host, Melissa Bradley. This season, she's sitting down on her porch to talk to her friends about their experiences, both professional and personal, as New Majority Founders and CEOs. She wants to hear what it feels like to be part of a fast growing entrepreneurial ecosystem, the struggles and insecurities they faced, and how they overcame them. And the porch is a great place for these conversations! For our premiere episode, Melissa is sitting down with Patrice Green. Patrice is the Interim Director of Inclusive Economies at the Surdna Foundation, community activist, and someone who is extremely passionate about the Black community. Surdna is a national family foundation, based out of New York City, with a mission to foster justice and sustainable communities throughout the U.S. Today they're talking about the importance of community while you're on your entrepreneurship journey, and recognizing the impact New Majority entrepreneurs can have on the people around them. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter: @WeAreNMV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with an update episode with Jacquelyn Rodgers, founder of Greentop Gifts. I first spoke with Jacquelyn in 2020, when we learned Greentop Gifts aims to create products that represent what the holidays look like for Black and Brown families. Since then, Jacquelyn has gotten Greentop Gifts into retailers like Target and Amazon.  In this episode Jacquelyn shares:  What it took to get into Target retail and the village that supported her journey there The many grant competitions and accelerator programs she's used to expand her business and network The hilarious mantra she uses to make sure she doesn't burn out while running a business, being a wife and mom of two, and much more!  Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  HubSpot Podcast Network- The audio destination for business professionals with content designed to help you listen, learn, and grow. Listen to Side Hustle Pro and more shows on the HubSpot Podcast Network, at https://www.hubspot.com/podcastnetwork.  Links mentioned in this episode Google Founders Academy: https://startup.google.com/programs/founders-academy/  Google Black Founders Fund: https://startup.google.com/blackfoundersfund/  FedEx Small Business Grant: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/small-business/grant-contest.html  New Voices Foundation: https://newvoicesfoundation.org/  Target Accelerators Program: https://targetaccelerators.com/happenings/news/2023-target-accelerators-applications-now-open/  Boss Women Media: https://bosswomen.org/  Melissa Bradley's Accelerator Program:  https://www.1863ventures.net/mentor-team  Greentop Gifts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/  Greentop Gifts Website: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/   Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements Join our Facebook Community If you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media Info https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/  www.greentopgifts.com

Here's another preview of a conversation you'll hear on Porch Talks this season. Our host, Melissa Bradley speaks with Mori Taheripour. Mori discusses a few major setbacks she faced that left taught her a major lesson. The full episode drops on March 14th, 2023 and the premiere of Porch Talks is next Tuesday, February 7th! We hope you tune in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're giving you a little preview of the conversation between our host, Melissa Bradley, and Karl Carter. Karl is the CEO of Snake Nation. Snake Nation creates real opportunities for Multicultural Millennials to monetize their intellectual property and products in the multi-billion dollar global media / creative economy. He is also the nephew of the late Civil Rights leader, Maynard Jackson. To hear the full conversation and more about how his uncle's legacy impacts the work he does today, make sure you tune in for his episode on March 7th, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune into Porch Talks to hear Melissa Bradley, the founder of 1863 Ventures & co-founder of New Majority Ventures, and her guests share their struggles, insecurities, joys and hopes for the future. The first episode drops on February 7th, 2023 and you don't want to miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Climatologist Darren Ray joins Jon Lamb with his predictions on rainfall and temperatures for winter ahead. Melissa Bradley of Water Sensitive SA has ideas on how to capture the stormwater produced by the rain to use in your garden.

Climatologist Darren Ray joins Jon Lamb with his predictions on rainfall and temperatures for winter ahead. Melissa Bradley of Water Sensitive SA has ideas on how to capture the stormwater produced by the rain to use in your garden.

Founder Hustle is a podcast series hosted by Melissa Bradley that is by, for, and about New Majority entrepreneurs. New episodes on Tuesdays. MBallou Conde-Kouyate is an accomplished financial service professional and a business strategist. Her career spans over two decades in leadership, management, and banking. She has experience working at two significant fortune 500 financial institutions and a minority-owned bank in the Greater Washington DC Metropolitan area. Founder Hustle is clear and centered on its mission to help emerging New Majority founders better understand the path ahead, be adequately prepared, and gain support on their journey. Melissa L. Bradley is Founder of 1863 Ventures, a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs (i.e., individuals who have been historically marginalized) from high potential to high growth. An experienced founder, investor, and entrepreneur, Bradley is a Venture Partner at NextGen Ventures and Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Sidecar Social Finance, a social impact agency that provides impact investing advisory and capital services to individuals, institutions, and social enterprises. Bradley also serves as an advisor to Goldman Sachs' One Million Black Women initiative, Milken Institute's DEI in Asset Management Executive Council, the New Voices Foundation, as well as the Halcyon Fund. Bradley was recently named to the Forbes 50 over 50 who are changing the world. She is the former Co-Chair of the National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and was named one of The Most Entrepreneurial Women Investors in 2018. Credits: Founder Hustle is produced by Kinetic Energy Entertainment.  Associate Producer is Misa Dayson.  The show was edited and mixed by Ann Kane.  Social media producer is Misako Envela.  Our intro theme, Vuelta al Sol, is by Tomás Novoa.  Credit theme is Glide, by Columbia Nights, and the outro is Ratata by Curtis Cole. 

1863 Ventures accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth by bridging entrepreneurship and racial equity.

1863 Ventures accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth by bridging entrepreneurship and racial equity.

Founder Hustle is a podcast series hosted by Melissa Bradley that is by, for, and about New Majority entrepreneurs. New episodes on Tuesdays. Kalilah Wright, born in Jamaica W.I., migrated to the United States at the tender age of 4 and was raised in Brooklyn, NY. She is the Founder and CEO of expressive brand Mess in a Bottle. As an accomplished designer and trained architect, she used her Masters degree from Morgan State University and Bachelors of Arts from Penn State University to establish the brand in January 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland.  The Mess in a Bottle brand was established to evoke change, question Kalilah's audience and allow individuals wearing their messages to be vocal without saying anything at all. Each item is designed and printed at her Baltimore in-house studio space.  Founder Hustle is clear and centered on its mission to help emerging New Majority founders better understand the path ahead, be adequately prepared, and gain support on their journey. Melissa L. Bradley is Founder of 1863 Ventures, a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs (i.e., individuals who have been historically marginalized) from high potential to high growth. An experienced founder, investor, and entrepreneur, Bradley is a Venture Partner at NextGen Ventures and Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Sidecar Social Finance, a social impact agency that provides impact investing advisory and capital services to individuals, institutions, and social enterprises. Bradley also serves as an advisor to Goldman Sachs' One Million Black Women initiative, Milken Institute's DEI in Asset Management Executive Council, the New Voices Foundation, as well as the Halcyon Fund. Bradley was recently named to the Forbes 50 over 50 who are changing the world. She is the former Co-Chair of the National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and was named one of The Most Entrepreneurial Women Investors in 2018. Credits: Founder Hustle is produced by Kinetic Energy Entertainment.  Associate Producer is Misa Dayson.  The show was edited and mixed by Ann Kane.  Social media producer is Misako Envela.  Our intro theme, Vuelta al Sol, is by Tomás Novoa.  Credit theme is Glide, by Columbia Nights, and the outro is Ratata by Curtis Cole. 

Founder Hustle is a podcast series hosted by Melissa Bradley that is by, for, and about New Majority entrepreneurs. New episodes on Tuesdays. But who is Melissa Bradley? And who are New Majority entrepreneurs? We asked Chris Denson of Innovation Crush to ask Melissa all the questions we had about founding, building, and advising before she starts interviewing other guests. Founder Hustle is a new podcast series about founders, investors and brand builders at various stages of their entrepreneurial powers. Founder Hustle is clear and centered on its mission to help emerging New Majority founders better understand the path ahead, be adequately prepared, and gain support on their journey. Melissa L. Bradley is Founder of 1863 Ventures, a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs (i.e., individuals who have been historically marginalized) from high potential to high growth. An experienced founder, investor, and entrepreneur, Bradley is a Venture Partner at NextGen Ventures and Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Sidecar Social Finance, a social impact agency that provides impact investing advisory and capital services to individuals, institutions, and social enterprises. Bradley also serves as an advisor to Goldman Sachs' One Million Black Women initiative, Milken Institute's DEI in Asset Management Executive Council, the New Voices Foundation, as well as the Halcyon Fund. Bradley was recently named to the Forbes 50 over 50 who are changing the world. She is the former Co-Chair of the National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and was named one of The Most Entrepreneurial Women Investors in 2018.

Melissa Bradley is busy: She's the cofounder of Ureeka, a managing partner at 1863 Ventures and a cofounder and managing partner at Sidecar Social Finance. She's also a professor at Georgetown University. Melissa speaks with David about empowering New Majority – BIPOC – entrepreneurs and reflects on changing demographics in business. “From a demographic perspective, when we use the word ‘minority,' to speak about people of color, it's just not quantitatively accurate,” says Melissa. Melissa also discusses the banker of the future and the impact technology will continue to have on the financial sector.

Founder Hustle is a podcast from Sermons Beyond Sunday and Kinetic Energy Entertainment, hosted by Melissa Bradley, founder of 1863 Ventures. Founder Hustle is a podcast series by, for, and about the new majority entrepreneur. Subscribe now and learn what it takes to go from Founder to CEO.

Learn what you need to be focusing on as a New Majority business owner for you business to take off with our amazing guest Melissa Bradley.  In this episode with discuss the numbers you need to be focused on, what scaling really means (and what it entails) and what investors are really paying attention to.our guest Melissa Bradley is a community leader, brilliant entrepreneur, savvy investor, and professor at Georgetown University— and these are just a few of the hats she wears.  She has most recently Founded and is Managing Partner of 1863 Ventures – a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth.  Learn more about 1863 Ventures at 1863Ventures.net or on their Instagram page @1863Ventures . Melissa is also on Twitter @bradleyml and Instagram @bradleyml

Roundtable regulars Imogen Rose-Smith and David Bank join host Brian Walsh to talk about Imogen's Institutional Shift column, and Resilience Capital's Gillian Marcelle and 1863 Ventures' Melissa Bradley challenge impact investors to walk the talk. Plus, the headlines. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/impact-alpha-briefing/message

Roundtable regulars Imogen Rose-Smith and David Bank join host Brian Walsh to talk about Imogen's Institutional Shift column, and Resilience Capital's Gillian Marcelle and 1863 Ventures' Melissa Bradley challenge impact investors to walk the talk. Plus, the headlines. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/impact-alpha/message

Helping women and People of Color achieve their entrepreneurial goals has been Melissa Bradley's driving force throughout her career. Along the way she founded 1863 Ventures, a nonprofit that helps underserved entrepreneurs move from high potential to high growth, and she co-founded a separate platform that provides support for small- to medium-sized businesses. On this episode, she sits down with Women on the Move's Sam Saperstein to discuss these two ventures, the lessons she's learned, and her progress towards creating $100 billion in new wealth for the new majority by 2030. Empowering women, black and brown entrepreneurs Melissa first realized that entrepreneurship was a pathway to financial success when she was bartending as a student at Georgetown University. When she returned to Georgetown as a professor, a student project to organize an entrepreneurial summit in Anacostia quickly grew, eventually becoming 1863 Ventures. The organization is dedicated to accelerating black and brown entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth, through rigorous leadership training and strategic market access. A key differentiator is their focus on ongoing operations for established companies, rather than startups. Their methodology was proven out by the high survival rate of their companies during the pandemic. Following the success of 1863 Ventures, Melissa co-founded Ureeka in 2018. Ureeka offers “always-on coaching” to minority entrepreneurs, with 24-7 access to peers and colleagues via an app or website. “We essentially partner with accelerators and incubators all over the country and now corporations and others who want to help women and entrepreneurs of color and provide a scalable platform,” Melissa tells Sam. 1863 was Ureeka's first customer. After businesses “graduate” from 1863, they receive ongoing support through Ureeka. At Ureeka, Melissa and her team  “made a commitment that every conversation, we would solve a single problem,” rather than offering theoretical advice Qualities of a successful entrepreneur The environment for entrepreneurs has changed in just the past decade. Ten years ago, Melissa notes, there was a stigma attached to entrepreneurship—that people starting businesses were either crazy or had graduated from Harvard. Today, “there's diversity in who shows up,” she says. “I think people are much more open to asking for help because they don't worry that people are going to make fun of them.” In addition to the three most common mistakes entrepreneurs make, Melissa shares the three key qualities entrepreneurs must have to be successful. The first is blind optimism, “if you believe and see it for yourself, then go for it.”  The second is a dose of tenacity and resilience, she says, noting that many people are going to tell you no along the way.  The third quality is self-awareness and the ability to recognize “when you're not the right person to do certain things” and then move on to the next big problem that needs solving.

Melissa L. Bradley is the founder and Managing Partner of 1863 Ventures, a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth.  She is a co-founder of venture backed Ureeka, a community where small businesses gain unprecedented access to the expertise needed to grow their business. Melissa is also a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Sidecar Social Finance, a social impact agency that provides impact investing advisory and capital services to individuals, institutions, and social enterprises. Melissa serves as an advisor to the New Voices Foundation and New Voices Fund, as well as the Halcyon Fund. Melissa is the former Co-Chair, National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and was named one of The Most Entrepreneurial Women Investors in 2018. She currently serves as board chair for My Way to Credit. She is a Founding Advisor to the Dell Center for Entrepreneurs as well as a Senator with the Board of Governors at Georgetown University. Melissa is a professor at the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University where she teaches impact investing, social entrepreneurship, P2P economies and innovation. She received The Ideas Worth Teaching Award which celebrates exceptional courses that are preparing future business leaders to tackle society's largest challenges and create a more inclusive, just, and sustainable version of capitalism

In this episode, Gizelle George-Joseph of Goldman Sachs Research discusses the staggering gaps Black women face across a range of economic measures—including wealth, earnings, and access to healthcare—as outlined in her team’s recent Black Womenomics research report. Next, David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, and Margaret Anadu of the Asset Management Division discuss the firm’s new One Million Black Women initiative. Then, Melissa Bradley of 1863 Ventures discusses how her work providing economic and networking opportunities for Black and brown entrepreneurs is aligned with the One Million Black Women initiative.

To be a successful founder, you need a set of relationships to support you on your journey. Without a supportive community, founders find it almost impossible to overcome the challenges in every business. Serial entrepreneur, investor, professor and researcher Melissa Bradley co-hosts /Founders Focus with Scott. Melissa and her co-founders built Ureeka to be available for all, specifically with underserved entrepreneurs in mind. Ureeka is a single platform where Next Wave entrepreneurs have access to the people, programs and connections they need to grow.Melissa is also Managing Partner at 1863 Ventures, which accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth by bridging entrepreneurship and racial equity.Watch the full session: https://bit.ly/3rzjgWGHave feedback? Connect with Scott Case on LinkedInVisit foundersfocus.com to join the live video sessions, watch past sessions, and see what topics are up next.

Ever since being denied a Small Business Association loan for being a Black woman, Melissa Bradley has dedicated her career to building support ecosystems for historically marginalized entrepreneurs. From her time working in the Treasury Department of the Clinton White House to the recent launch of both Ureeka and the 1863 Fund, Melissa has helped support entrepreneurship and wealth creation from leadership roles across the public, private, and social sectors.  Melissa is the Managing Partner of 1863 Ventures, a nonprofit accelerator of New Majority entrepreneurs - their term for the aggregation of diverse ethnic groups that will represent a majority of the US population by 2044. Here she recently launched the 1863 Fund, which aims to both reduce the cost of capital for New Majority founders and to better align that capital through the use of revenue-based financing. She is also the co-founder of Ureeka, an online platform for entrepreneurs to access the people, programs, and connections they need to grow. She is an Adjunct Professor of impact investing and social entrepreneurship at Georgetown University and served as a political appointee under both Presidents Obama and Clinton, most recently serving as the Director of the Social Innovation Fund for President Obama.

Melissa Bradley founded 1863 Ventures to accelerate and invest in Black and Brown founders and to demonstrate entrepreneurship as a viable pathway. For the inaugural episode of The Reconstruction, she joins Monique Aiken to discuss how historical awareness guides 1863's investment thesis, how the investing community has reacted to the BLM Movement, and much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/impact-alpha-tr/message

1863 Ventures founder Melissa Bradley joins Monique Aiken to discuss how learning from history can create opportunities for equitable wealth-building. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/impact-alpha/message

Due to the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the protests that originally broke out in response to the killing of George Floyd captured on video, corporations have pledged hundreds of millions of dollars to social justice causes, as well as to help struggling small businesses. Companies like Google, Facebook and Salesforce have committed grants and funds to increase entrepreneurial opportunities to people who traditionally have been shut out of billions of dollars represented by the top venture capital firms – Women, Black and Latinx entrepreneurs. And the company that Facebook and Salesforce chose to facilitate their SMB grant programs was Ureeka, a startup founded by Melissa Bradley, David Jakubowski and Rob Gatto, that provides mentorship and guidance through their platform to help their community membership of entrepreneurs’ get answers to their most pressing questions. I recently had a LinkedIn Live conversation with Ureeka cofounder Melissa Bradley to learn more about Ureeka’s mission to help underrepresented entrepreneurs succeed, and her own recent experiences raising $8.6M in VC money. Below is an edited transcript from a portion of our conversation. Click on the embedded SoundCloud player to hear the full conversation.

Join Michele Mitchell, designer, author and human rights advocate as she uplifts you with the reality of the words “I made it this far,” shares from her experience at the Black Girl Magic Summit by Boss Women Media, and spotlights Melissa Bradley of 1863 Ventures. Reminding you of your greatness while giving you the boost you need to break free from your limiting beliefs and move forward. Spotlight on Melissa Bradley and two of her companies 1863 Ventures 1863 Ventures has programs and resources that accelerate new majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth. 1863Ventures.Net Ureeka Ureeka is a community where small businesses gain unprecedented access to the expertise needed to grow their business. Ureeka.biz --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomfridays/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomfridays/support

How much of our destinies do we control? How much is predetermined? And how much do the environments around us play a role in who we can be or what we can do? As entrepreneurs, we like to think that we own our destinies, that we are 100% in charge. But the real world has a habit of reminding us that dreams are just that – dreams – and not everyone will see the same vision that we do. “I walked in [to SMBA] and I was ready to apply for a loan and made my pitch to score, and the woman said to me, ‘Yeah, I don't think this is going to work. You have three strikes against you: You're a woman, you're in debt, and I don't know any successful black women in financial services, so I think you should do something else.” That's Melissa Bradley, the cofounder at Ureeka, a company on a mission to democratize economic opportunity for underrepresented entrepreneurs.  She has always dreamed big. But it wasn't until her dreams started to expand beyond what traditional society could offer her that she realized in order to create her personal destiny, she'd have to change reality for everyone else in the process. ---  Learn more about The Journey at mission.org/thejourney. The Journey is sponsored by our friends at Salesforce Essentials. We use Salesforce Essentials every day and it's part of our own business journey. Essentials combines sales and service tools in a single app to help small businesses win customers and keep them happy. See how Salesforce Essentials can help you be your best business at salesforce.com/thejourney.

Today we observe Juneteenth, the day commemorating when enslaved African Americans in the South learned of their freedom in 1865. Lisa Lewin, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Ethical Ventures, reminds executives that they can and should take action to address inequality. She shares action steps and details of her Business Racial Equity Pledge. 99 years ago this June, a successful pillar of early Black entrepreneurship was burned to the ground in Tulsa, Oklahoma in one of the worst acts of racial violence in American history. Local business owners Venita Cooper, Glory Wells, and Ricco Wright discuss the resilience of Black Wall Street and share a hopeful future. Melissa Bradley, founder of business accelerator 1863 Ventures, co-founder of Ureeka, and former Presidential Appointee under two administrations, discusses the role investors play in closing opportunity gaps for Black businesses. Plus, an exclusive interview with BLCK VC’s Frederik Groce about Black representation in venture capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Proclaimed as “an architect of great ideas” by host and YWCA USA CEO, Alejandra Y. Castillo, Melissa Bradley, co-founder of Ureeka – a platform designed to grow small businesses by providing unprecedented access to a collaborative community and other resources, joins us as our featured guest on this week’s episode of Organize Your Butterflies. As small businesses work to restructure and remain sustainable during and after COVID-19, Melissa is working hard to ensure that communities can be served at scale now and for many years to come! You can follow Melissa’s journey on Twitter @bradleyml and Ureeka @ureekacommunity. This week’s spotlight is on YWCA Delaware! CEO Stephanie Staats discusses all the ways YWCA Delaware is staying active in their community and working to improve the resources available to women and family in this small but mighty state. Make sure to follow along on Twitter and Instagram. 

Venture capital continues to sideline diverse entrepreneurs and investors. Women and people of color are starting businesses at some of the highest rates across the United States and world but are receiving the least amount of investment compared to their white peers. How do we close the venture capital gap? Heather Matranga, Senior Director of Innovation at Village Capital, Melissa Bradley, Managing Director of 1863 Ventures, and Megan O’Connor, Entrepreneur in Residence at Kaplan Test Prep pinpoint the factors that cause inequality in capital allocation and find solutions to fixing the gender financing gap.

In light of the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court hearing that pits cable giant Comcast against TV mogul Byron Allen, the hosts sat down with two veteran GFGF guests, Melissa Bradley of 1863 Ventures and Rashad Moore of the Score 3 Foundation for a special episode on the importance of black and brown participation in the financial and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Melissa Bradley of 1863 Ventures talks to the hosts about her journey and preparing future business leaders to tackle society's largest challenges to create a more inclusive, just and sustainable version of capitalism.

Entrepreneurship can be overwhelming. Social entrepreneurship, more so! In this episode, Melissa Bradley explains the nuances of social entrepreneurship and how social entrepreneurs can make the impact they set out to make.

This episode interviews Ted Leonsis of Monumental Sports

Melissa Bradley gave up the addiction of alcohol and transformed her life to love, light and happiness. In this episode Lisa and Melissa talk about that transformation and the love she feels on a daily basis. Would you like to share your spiritual stories with Lisa? She would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment on the podcast or contact Lisa here: info@MillionaireMedium.com Links and Resources from this Episode http://www.millionairemedium.com Connect with Melissa http://www.loveyourmagicalife.com https://www.facebook.com/loveyourmagicalife Special Listener Gift Download Your Free Abundance Meditation Show Notes Melissa’s awakening story - 2:21 Her breaking point - 4:34 Being true to herself and others - 6:06 The new addiction is “how good can I feel?” - 10:23 From corporate to consciousness - 11:04 Melissa’s “you can’t make this shift up” moment - 13:52 You can still have millions and still not feel self-worth if you don’t have self-love - 16:22 Lisa doing a reading for Melissa - 17:45 Her favorite thing to do with clients - 20:35 She wants all listeners to know how loved they are - 24:43 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking hereMake sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Click here to subscribe with iTunes Click here to subscribe with Stitcher Click here to subscribe with RSS  

One of the people ensuring that the community keeps and expands diversity in the DC region is Melissa Bradley, director of Project 500, whose mission is to fund disadvantaged businesses.

June 5, 2017 show features interviews with Tom Davidson, Melissa Bradley and Doug Anderson

Business Radio Special: Lisa Nutter, Principal of Sidecar Social Finance and Former First Lady of Philadelphia, and Melissa Bradley, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Sidecar Social Finance, joins hosts Nick Ashburn and Sandi Hunt to discuss the role of the public and private sectors in impact investing, live from the Wharton Social Impact Conference 2017. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Missy shares how we can be resilient and overcome the obstacles in life. Based on her work with the Heroic Journey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anne Mosle, Melissa L. Bradley, Joan Dempsey, Michel Martin: It’s time to harness the momentum of lessons learned globally about the power of investing in women and apply to the United States. What is the economic power of American women, and how can investing in them alter our social landscape?

How has U.S. foreign policy impacted U.S. immigration patterns?

Discussion with audience. Jose Vargas, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, moderates this community briefing on immigration panel including Eduardo Lopez of EVS Communications, Deepak Bhargava of the Center for Community Change, Anthony Romero of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Maya Wiley of the Center for Social Inclusion. Panel convened by Tides Learning Community.

Jose Vargas, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, moderates this community briefing on immigration panel including Eduardo Lopez of EVS Communications, Deepak Bhargava of the Center for Community Change, Anthony Romero of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Maya Wiley of the Center for Social Inclusion. Panel convened by Tides Learning Community.

Jose Vargas, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, moderates this community briefing on immigration panel including Eduardo Lopez of EVS Communications, Deepak Bhargava of the Center for Community Change, Anthony Romero of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Maya Wiley of the Center for Social Inclusion. Panel convened by Tides Learning Community.

Jose Vargas, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, moderates this community briefing on immigration panel including Eduardo Lopez of EVS Communications, Deepak Bhargava of the Center for Community Change, Anthony Romero of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Maya Wiley of the Center for Social Inclusion. Panel convened by Tides Learning Community.

Jose Vargas, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, moderates this community briefing on immigration panel including Eduardo Lopez of EVS Communications, Deepak Bhargava of the Center for Community Change, Anthony Romero of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Maya Wiley of the Center for Social Inclusion. Panel convened by Tides Learning Community.

It's a difficult topic but one which millions of people all over the world are contending with right this minute. It's a secret most of the time, but the most important task is not in exposing the secret, but in healing, and not just healing but in learning to thrive. Our guest today, Melissa Bradley, is an expert on sexual trauma with twenty-seven years experience in both clinical and investigative work in the field of sexual trauma. She's taught more than 50,000 professionals in America, Canada and Central America in her two self-developed programs, “The Psychology of Resilience: A Multi-modal Approach to Thriving Using the Heroic Journey” and “Three Stages of Healing: Counseling Victims of Sexual Trauma.” Instead of living a lifetime filled with fear and reenactment, she teaches that survivors of sexual trauma can become thrivers whose lives are rich, peaceful and meaningful. If you are a survivor or know someone else who is, don't miss this show!