Podcasts about minority owned business

Today is going to be a great episode. I recently met today's guest at the end of last year through a mutual connection. We had the opportunity to hop on a zoom call and get to know each other and learn more about what we were up to in business. We both quickly realized that we knew a lot of the same people, and had both done some pretty incredible things in the digital marketing agency space. Finding people like today's guest in the marketing space is hard to come by; because so many people are faking it; he is not. It's a breathe of fresh air meeting people like him.Today's guest is Chris Martinez. He is the Founder & CEO of Bloom. They help agencies maximum value, unlock potential, and achieve an 8-figure exit.Chris' Bio:Chris Martinez knows what it's like to face challenges head-on—and win. As the CEO and Founder of Bloom, he has built a company from zero to millions in revenue, earning national recognition, including a Stevie Award in 2021 for Minority-Owned Business of the Year and a Silver Medal for Most Innovative Company Under 100 Employees. With over a decade of experience helping marketing agencies scale profitably, Chris has become a trusted advisor to agency owners looking to eliminate chaos, boost profits, and build businesses they can confidently sell.Chris's unique journey fuels his passion for helping others succeed. Born to a Chinese mother and a Mexican father, he learned early on how to navigate adversity and turn obstacles into opportunities. After losing his father to pancreatic cancer in 2007, Chris experienced dark years but found his way back through counseling, mentorship, and a commitment to giving back. This resilience is at the heart of his work with agency owners, as he helps them tackle their toughest challenges and build thriving, sustainable businesses.At Bloom, Chris is more than just a CEO—he's a problem-solver who rolls up his sleeves and works alongside agency owners to implement the systems, strategies, and accountability they need to scale effectively. Whether it's streamlining operations, creating profit-driven plans, or building leadership teams, Chris is focused on delivering results that empower clients to take control of their businesses and their futures.Beyond his business success, Chris is the author of four books, including It's Not JUST a Website, a six-time Amazon Bestseller read by thousands. His latest book Facts Not Feelings is considered to be one of the greatest books on scaling a marketing agency of all-time. He also hosts the popular podcast Operation Agency Freedom, where he shares real-world insights and stories to inspire entrepreneurs.When Chris isn't helping agencies scale, you'll find him playing soccer, training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, traveling with his wife, or spending time with his dogs.Connect with Chris:Website: https://bloompartners.io/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.martinez.5454 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisfrombloom/ Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

Visit https://entreprenudist.com/   Yara Banks CEO at BNX Business Advisors     Yara Banks is a visionary leader, HR strategist, and acclaimed author of The Executive Blindspot: How Misalignment with HR Impacts Your Bottom Line. With over 20 years of combined experience in HR, operations, and leadership development, Yara has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives across industries. As the CEO of BNX Business Advisors, she specializes in helping organizations align their human resources strategies with overarching business goals, transforming HR into a measurable driver of growth, profitability, and innovation.   A certified Woman and Minority-Owned Business leader, Yara has worked with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and small businesses, offering insights that bridge the gap between leadership vision and workforce execution. Her expertise, combined with a passion for empowering businesses, has made her a sought-after keynote speaker and thought leader on organizational success.

Ever been the only one in the room who sees things different? Good. That's not your weakness - that's your edge.I'm Stoy Hall, and I built a multi-million dollar family office by breaking every rule they said would keep me down. From being a light-skinned kid with a single mom to advising some of the most powerful women and minority business owners in the game, I learned one truth:Your story isn't what's holding you back. It's what's going to set you free.Every week, we're getting real about what it actually takes to build wealth when you don't fit the mold. No sugarcoating. No corporate BS. Just raw truth about turning your "too much" into "exactly enough" to win.This isn't your typical business podcast. This is for the ones who:Were told to "tone it down" (but refused)Got tired of code-switching their soul awayKnow they're built for more than playing smallReady to turn your difference into your advantage? Let's get real.New episodes drop weekly. Follow the full movement:

Chris Martinez is the CEO and founder of Bloom Partners, a company that helps agencies scale by combining proven management consulting expertise with cutting-edge technology. Chris has grown his own company from zero to millions in revenue and has been recognized with a Stevie Award for Minority-Owned Business of the Year and a Silver Medal for Most Innovative Company under 100 employees.

Supplier diversity programs have gotten a lot of attention in recent years, but the values and vision that underpin them is hardly new. Some dedicated advocates have been working since the 1960s to create opportunities and develop capabilities at the same time. Our guest in this episode is one of those advocates. In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes James Lowry. James is an Advisor at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and his past work experience includes time at McKinsey, Toyota, the Peace Corps and an ongoing academic advisory role at the Kellogg School of Management. In this interview, James talks about why investing in the growth of minority-owned businesses is so critical and how we can make that growth possible: The role CEOs and executive boards play in making their supplier diversity programs successful - starting with knowing the CPO's name Why growth - not participation - must be the success metric for minority-owned supplier programs Equity as the best way for minority-owned businesses to access funding and grow without losing their ownership identity Links: James Lowry on LinkedIn

Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Chris Martinez, a dynamic entrepreneur who transformed his struggling startup into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency. Chris Martinez is the CEO and founder of DUDEAgency.io, a business he grew from scratch into a multimillion-dollar success, earning accolades such as the Stevie Award for Minority-Owned Business of the Year and a Silver Medal for Most Innovative Company Under 100 Employees. He oversees operations in the U.S. and Mexico and hosts the popular podcast Operation Agency Freedom, which focuses on marketing and entrepreneurship. His remarkable journey highlights the power of strategic pivots and the importance of embracing change to achieve business success.   Key Takeaways Chris Martinez's journey underscores the importance of strategic pivots, understanding customer needs, leveraging technology, building a strong team, and continuous learning. By pivoting to a specialized niche, he aligned his services with client demands, enhancing efficiency and scalability through technology. "We see agencies that are really good at lead generation, for example, they can make that phone ring, but if they're not good at managing the relationship with the customer is going to leave." According to him; a dedicated team and positive culture were pivotal, alongside staying adaptable and informed in a technologically driven world. More About Chris Martinez: Connect with Chris Martinez on LinkedIn -linkedin.com/company/dude-agency/ Visit his Website - dudeagency.io/ If you liked this episode please consider rating and reviewing the show. Click here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-duct-tape-marketing-podcast/id78797836 scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode. Connect with John Jantsch on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/ducttapemarketing/ Stuck trying to figure out your marketing strategy? Get Your Free AI Prompts To Build A Marketing Strategy HERE - dtm.world/freeprompts

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for May 14th               Publish Date:  May 14th              Commercial: From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Tuesday, May 14th, and Happy 79th Birthday to director George Lucas. ***05.14.24 – BIRTHDAY – GEORGE LUCAS*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  6 More Arrested for Fight That Left 19-Year-Old Dead Former Facebook and Nike Diversity Manager Gets 5 Years for Fraud Candidates Sound Off on Wildman's Civil War Store   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CUofGA STORY 1: 6 More Arrested for Fight That Left 19-Year-Old Dead Six additional men have been arrested in connection with a fatal fight in a Powder Springs subdivision that resulted in the death of 19-year-old Fabrice Robelin. The altercation occurred after a dispute, initiated by text messages, led to a physical confrontation at the Lost Lakes subdivision. Coledye Warnock, the brother of one of the arrested men, is accused of fatally shooting Robelin during the altercation. According to witness statements, the fight ensued between multiple individuals, leading to Robelin being shot. Warnock and others fled the scene, with Warnock later arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault, and other offenses. The other six men face charges of fighting and disorderly conduct, with one also charged with obstructing law enforcement. Robelin was pronounced dead at the scene, and investigations are ongoing. STORY 2: Former Facebook and Nike Diversity Manager Gets 5 Years for Fraud Barbara Furlow-Smiles, a former diversity program manager at Facebook and Nike, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for orchestrating a complex wire fraud scheme aimed at stealing over $5 million. Furlow-Smiles exploited her position at Facebook to manipulate invoices and payments, directing fraudulent proceeds to herself and associates. She continued the scheme at Nike after being fired from Facebook, using similar tactics to siphon funds. Furlow-Smiles recruited various individuals, including friends and family, to participate in the scheme. She used the stolen funds to finance a lavish lifestyle across multiple states. Furlow-Smiles was sentenced to prison and ordered to pay restitution to Facebook and Nike. STORY 3: Candidates Sound Off on Wildman's Civil War Store Wildman's, a longstanding store in downtown Kennesaw known for controversial merchandise, has sparked debate among candidates in the upcoming city council election. The store, featuring Confederate and Nazi memorabilia, has divided opinions, with some calling for its removal and others emphasizing free speech rights. Councilwoman Madelyn Orochena campaigned on removing the store, while candidates Ben Day and Beatrice Shakal expressed moral opposition. However, some candidates prioritize other city issues, such as development and public safety. While acknowledging concerns about Wildman's, candidates emphasize the importance of upholding First Amendment rights and engaging in constructive dialogue rather than bullying tactics. The controversy surrounding Wildman's underscores broader discussions about community values and inclusivity in Kennesaw. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.    We'll be right back   Break: DRAKE STORY 4: 'Too Extravagant': GOP Commissioners Balk at Funding Galas At a Cobb Board of Commissioners planning meeting, Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill criticized Commissioner Richardson's proposal to allocate $20,000 of her discretionary funds to Keep Cobb Beautiful's fall gala. They argued that taxpayer money should be spent on projects, not events, and raised concerns about accountability issues within the organization. While Richardson defended the gala as a celebration of sustainability efforts, Birrell and Gambrill called for greater transparency in event funding and suggested hosting county events in more cost-effective venues. Chairwoman Cupid noted the lack of available county facilities for events like her State of the County address, which prompted the discussion on event spending. The commission plans to revisit the issue at their next meeting. STORY 5: Drayton Leads Fundraising in Cobb Superior Court Clerk Race In the race for Cobb Superior Court clerk, Democratic challenger Brunessa Drayton has outpaced incumbent Connie Taylor in fundraising, raising nearly $14,000 in the latest reporting period and totaling $31,605 overall, compared to Taylor's $16,900. Drayton's support spans nationally, with notable contributions from Georgia figures like Rep. Terry Cummings and Austell Police Chief Scott Hamilton. Taylor received donations from figures like former Gov. Roy Barnes' law firm and former Cobb NAACP President Deane Bonner. Carole Melton, a bailiff, raised $4,700 this period, with support from various legal professionals. Nick Simpson raised $7,530, mostly spent, while Deborah Dance, the sole Republican candidate, hasn't reported significant fundraising. The primary is on May 21. We'll be back in a moment   Break: INGLES 10 STORY 6: Cobb Chamber Names Yalo Small Business of the Year Yalo, a minority-owned creative agency, was named the 2024 Small Business of the Year by the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Known for branding and advertising, Yalo saw impressive growth, making the Inc. 5000 list with 151% revenue growth. They added 12 new clients in 2023, reaching $10.6 million in revenue. The award recognizes Yalo's unique approach and results. They will compete at the state level. The chamber also honored other businesses, including CDH Partners in the Small Business Hall of Fame, Perfect Image as Minority-Owned Business of the Year, FruTea Bubbles Café as Woman-Owned Business of the Year, 1885 Grill and the Alley Stage for Community Service Excellence, Wasserman Talent Solutions as Business to Watch, and AquaGuard for Next Level of Excellence. STORY 7: Civil Rights Complaint Filed Against Cobb Schools The Cobb County School District faces a complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights alleging "discriminatory censorship" in its book-banning practices. The complaint, filed by the National Women's Law Center, asserts that Cobb, along with a Florida district, targeted books by and about racial and LGBTQ+ minorities. Cobb removed 25 books from libraries since August, with several featuring LGBTQ+ or racial minority characters or authors. The complaint claims this violates Title IX and Title VI, creating a hostile environment for marginalized students. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale denied targeting specific groups, citing sexually explicit content as the reason for removals. The Cobb Board of Education plans to review the complaint. This follows a previous civil rights complaint regarding "shared ancestry." Break:   Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Text us a review. Ep#197: Join host, Helen Edwards and returning guest, Sharett Miller for this insightful episode on Sharett's journey into becoming a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. Please leave us a review, subscribe, and share. Thank you! Disclaimer:  The hosts of this show are not doctors, therapists, psychologists, lawyers, or medical professionals of any kind. Although some of our guests are professionals in these areas, be advised if you have any life-threatening medical conditions or mental health, please see your doctor. National Suicide Hotline: 988   About Guest: Sharett Miller is a mother, wife, and Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. She started her business, The Divine Expansive in 2023. Find more here: The Divine Expansive Facebook PageHelen Edwards is a Financial Strategist, Host to the Sexy Freedom Media Podcast, and International Author of Nothing Sexier Than Freedom & Your Inner Evolution. More information on events, services, products, and to get your book, click here: https://linktr.ee/sexyfreedommedia Support the Show.

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In today's episode Lou and Teresa discuss how to handle party invitations and provide some party planning tips. What?! You didn't know they had information on etiquette? Well, listen in and see how far their knowledge on the subject goes. (Hint: Not far but be a sport and listen anyway.) Earrings Off blog post: https://www.earringsoff.com/post/good-credit-just-makes-life-easierEarrings Off Podcast is on YouTube!  Visit us at: https://www.youtube.com/@earringsoffpodcastPlease subscribe!Marketing and Social Media Strategist:   Tyresa OluyideTheme song:                                                               D-TechneekzLogo Design:                                                               Claire RitterProducers:                                                                   Lou Ali and Teresa VaughanSupport the show

Oktane was founded by Toni Covington (former bodybuilder) and ISupreme Watkins (Marine Corps veteran). We are black-owned and family operated business based in MD.​​​​​​​​ We came up with the idea to produce an energy drink that is not only great for the everyday on-the go athlete, but the everyday working person as well. We wanted to develop a drink that is 0 calories, 0 sugars, and fuel efficient without the gitters or fillers. Oktane Energy Drink is made with clinically proven ingredients that accelerate your metabolism and provides great source of energy.  This carbonated drink of choice has the perfect balance of flavor and energy that serves as an amazing boost for active or busy lifestyles. The problem we encountered in the industry is that many energy drinks lack proper nutrients, loaded with sugars and contains toxic fillers. How we are solving the problem, we are committed to sourcing the purest ingredients that also encourage the health and wellness of consumers that they reach. we are uniquely qualified to pull this off because we have interacted in the fitness/wellness industry for over 10 years, which makes us highly qualified to develop this brand with great conviction. We have partnered with the USPC, the World Powerlifting Federation, The NPC, and now approved to represent Oktane Energy at the world-renowned Mr. Olympia. Minority-Owned Business 

If there's one piece of advice Irene Nakamura wants you to take to heart, it's this: Your success begins when you expand beyond others' expectations for you. Irene Nakamura is the Founder and Principal of iDepo Reporters and iDepo Hawaii LLC, a woman and minority-owned court reporting firm providing both in-person and remote depositions, e-filing, subpoena and process serving, and record retrieval services to attorneys, law firms, legal secretaries and paralegals.  iDepo operates two independent companies in Los Angeles and Honolulu, Hawaii, with a network of 100+ culturally-diverse court reporters and staff, nationwide. In addition to a high degree of professionalism, iDepo is known for providing an excellent workplace environment. With nearly 30 years of court reporting experience, Irene is also a Registered Professional Reporter, a Realtime Reporter, and a certified LiveNote Reporter with certifications in California, Hawaii, Washington, Nevada, and Illinois. Prior to founding iDepo, Irene served as an Official Court Reporter for the Honorable Robert M. Takasugi and the Honorable George H. King at the United States District Court for the Central District of California. Since 1991, Irene has reported on complex cases for national and international law firms including high – profile cases involving the Mexican and Armenian Mafia and several groundbreaking business cases. She has also reported corporate meetings for the Screen Actors Guild, among others. By founding her own court reporting agency, Irene has become the first Japanese - American woman to do so in Southern California, perhaps in the nation. As hard as it may be for anyone to start a business, Irene says it is especially difficult coming from her background.  A brand born out of determination Looking at Irene's success, it's easy to assume that she was encouraged every step of the way. But while addressing cultural nuances, Irene shares that for her, this wasn't exactly the case.  Irene Nakamura's mother raised her to be a good wife and mom - but the emphasis was not necessarily on education. Beyond high school, Irene was informed that she had to wait to enroll in college until her brother graduated university. Irene was not having it.  After all, her brother was pursuing a double Master's degree - and Irene was not about to wait to start her life until his graduation date. Instead, she worked full-time to put herself through trade school as a court stenographer. She didn't even understand what it was, but she took to it naturally. Despite the challenges of becoming certified - stenographers have to pass their licensure exam with aa solid A+ and at least a 95% accuracy rate - Irene thrived and quickly became beloved to her clients for her follow-through, attention to detail and dedication. Relationships build better companies Irene Nakamura did not set out to become an entrepreneur.  She was frequently requested by name and became a staple of the court reporting community, and nourished her relationships with others in her field. But the inspiration for starting her own business came out of a troubling moment in her career.  Irene was requested on a case and communicated that she had surgery that week, so she wouldn't be able to turn in her transcripts until the following week. Nevertheless, the client insisted on working with her. Despite her communication, she woke up from surgery to harassing messages from people waiting for her transcripts - and realized that it was time to make a change. Her own family, watching her work while recovering and on a holiday, suggested that she start her own company. Upon launching iDepo, many of Irene's former clients chose to work with the company long-term. Relationships are everything to Irene, and nurturing her client partnerships paid off in a big way when she started her own brand! Creating opportunities for others Irene was beloved by her clients, but she observed that the working conditions for court reporters could be improved. Starting her own company meant that she could have a profound influence on the trade - and change lives along the way.  Now with three locations and growing, Irene says that her biggest goal is growing an excellent team. iDepo works on a national level, providing services in courts across the United States. The company is in a time of rapid expansion. WIth more graduates looking for stable employment in a trade that impacts lives, court stenography is a fantastic and marketable skill to learn - and iDepo is a company born out of excellence.   Quotes “When I was young, I was conditioned to follow the path my mom had led for me. She was grooming me to become a good wife and mother, and that was my path.” “It was all born out of relationships. I was getting so much work, there was no way I could do it by myself. I needed to start hiring.” “One of the biggest challenges is the people you work with. Hiring and making sure you have a really good team you can count on. They need to have a really good attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit, I like that even as part of a team. I want them to work well together. Sometimes your coworker might need help! I do my best to cultivate that type of environment.” “At first I really struggled to put myself out there. I had built my business on relationships but I got to a point where I needed to expand beyond those relationships. I had to have a website, marketing, social media, and being on amazing podcasts like yours to bring brand awareness…” “We have to pass our national test at 95% accuracy, at 225 words per minute with two people speaking. There aren't many exams given for a career that you have to have an A in order to pass, not just an A but an A+. One technicality can make or break a case.” Links mentioned in this episode: Visit the website for iDepo at https://ideporeporters.com/company-idepo-team/  Connect with Irene Nakamura on LinedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/irene-nakamura/   Check out Irene's feature in Medium Magazine's “Power Women” series: https://medium.com/authority-magazine/power-women-irene-nakamura-idepo-reporters-on-how-to-successfully-navigate-work-love-and-life-as-209de062481  Read Irene's shout-out in Shoutout LA's piece Guardian of the Record: https://shoutoutla.com/meet-irene-nakamura-guardian-of-the-record-founder-of-idepo-reporters-and-idepo-hawaii/ 

HIGHER CALLING AND HIGHER MISSION IN HIGHER EDUCATIONDr. B welcomes Fleriser Bello in today's episode and they had a conversation about Fleriser's work in elevating brands, motivating and educating Latino youth, and amplifying the voices of LatinX professionals. Fleriser is the founder and CEO of Bellas Fashionistas. She works to bridge opportunities for scholarships, internships, and pre-college programs to Latino youth in order to help them reach their full potential. She also emphasizes the importance of personal and professional development and identifying one's life purpose in order to be able to walk authentically as themselves. Learn more about Fleriser in this latest episode of The Dr. B Show HIGHLIGHTSFLERISER: LEVERAGING YOUR NETWORK“We build this network that entrusts us to be able to host different positions and open the doors to the next opportunity.”FLERISER: WHAT CAN BE DONE MORE FOR DIVERSITY“It's hard to reach the top. But it's not impossible. I think that if we have more people sponsoring Latinas and Latinos that are within a growth ladder, to reach that success and being in a boardroom, and has been part of the decision making, I think is key.” You can learn more about Fleriser in the link/s below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleriser-bello-44362233/Bellas Fashionistas: https://www.bellasfashionistas.com/ If you're listening to the Dr. B Show Podcast, please subscribe, share, and we're listening for your feedback. You can also learn more about Dr. Jairo Borja at http://borjaconsultinggroup.com/.

Our guest for this week's podcast, Eugene Tinker, was born and raised in Alabama and is building two world class companies simultaneously. He is the CEO/Founder of CTE (Certified Technical Experts) and Creative Tech Group (CTG), a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) 8(a) providing Systems Engineering and Program Management Support. He has been in the government arena for more than 14 years with a vast knowledge and expertise in government contracting. Mr. Tinker has followed well, which has led him to become an exceptional leader in various levels of government. Certified Technical Experts (CTE) is an established Minority-Owned Business, Small Disadvantaged Business in Metropolitan Atlanta, GA that has been successfully focusing on providing Information Technology Solutions, Professional Medical Services & Training.  Creative Tech Group (CTG) is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) and SBA 8(a) Certified business that provides innovative Technology Solutions and Professional Medical Services to the Federal Government and State Agencies, as well as businesses of all sizes. As a leader in both industry and Federal Government, Mr. Tinker also oversees a mentor protégé' program called “Falling Forward” where he mentors companies in the area(s) of government contracting and taking companies to the next level. Grab a pen and paper or your favorite note taking app before you start I promise this will be one you must listen to it twice. Let's welcome our next Giant, Eugene Tinker.

Today's guest is a leader of the global Purpose movement. He's also a best-selling Author. Visionary Founder. Inspiring Keynote Speaker. Afdhel Aziz is on a mission to solve one of the biggest problems facing individuals and companies in the 21st century: how to find purpose and meaning in their work and unlock the enormous power of business to do good in the world. He is the Founder and Chief Purpose Officer at Conspiracy of Love, a global purpose consultancy that works with Fortune 500 companies to help them grow their businesses by doing more good in the world. Conspiracy of Love is a proud Minority-Owned Business and Certified B Corp.   He is also the Co-Founder of Good is the New Cool, a creative company and content incubator focused on creating positive stories that fill the Hope Gap. Good is the New Cool produces books, podcasts, TV shows and a global conference series called GoodCon that has taken place in Los Angeles, London, Sydney and New York.   Afdhel is the co-author of the best-selling books 'Good is the New Cool: Market Like You A Give a Damn', and the follow-up ‘The Principles of Purpose, as well as writing 'The Power Of Purpose' column in Forbes.   He is also an internationally renowned keynote speaker who has been featured at the Cannes Lions, YPO, SXSW, Forbes CMO Summit, Advertising Week, Conscious Capitalism, and the Fast Company Innovation Festival. He lives in Los Angeles, California with his wife and son.   I'm so excited to share this episode which explores some of the big questions around Purpose that listeners may have. I've been eager for this opportunity to get Afdhel to share his insights and experiences on Purpose globally and he doesn't disappoint. I also seized the opportunity to exchange insights (where we discovered a lot of consistency) and to discuss some of the more critical challenges surrounding the purpose movement, particularly in Australia. The depth and breadth of Afdhel's knowledge on this subject makes listening to every minute of this podcast worthy of your time.   Some of the themes we discussed included: The secret to becoming a loved business/employer/brand Afdhel highlights some of the work that Conspiracy of Love is doing with brands around the world We discuss the growth of the Purpose movement globally and what has caused it; Afdhel shares some insights he's uncovered through research he's undertaken for his third book on Purpose (this one covers personal purpose) We discuss Australia's role in the Purpose movement and explore what is inhibiting big business in Australia from grasping the opportunity that purpose presents Afdhel shares his view on the 4 C's holding Australian business back We discuss these 4C's and other contributors, including 'fear'; and the role of boards. Link to an article Afdhel wrote on Five Mistakes Boards Make When Thinking About Purpose, for Forbes Magazine Afdhel shares some Australian stats from a recent Porter Novelli study on the relationship between Purpose and Reputation in the minds of Australians We exchange our (pretty consistent) thoughts on the different stages of Purpose We have a great discussion on the power of purpose and the growth opportunity that so many traditionally-minded businesses are missing out on We discuss the need for Purpose to start from the inside-out and why this is so important and Afdhel highlights Conspiracy of Love's GPS to Purpose Methodology (Gifts, Passions, Service) Afdhel shares some pearls of wisdom – advice for people within organisations who see the opportunity that purpose presents but are not sure about what action to take Connect with Afdhel Linkedin  Conspiracy Of Love website  Good Is The New Cool website  Good Is The New Cool on Instagram   

Edna Howard is an Empowerment Mindset Life Coach who has a passion for equipping, empowering, and encouraging others to achieve their goals. Her business offers a proven effective three-part strategy framework to help transform perspective, Attitude, and Choice. Developing confidence, clarity, and behaviors necessary to thrive in lifestyle, wellness, and mindset. Contact VOE: Website: www.voicesofencouragement.com | Email: voemetoday@gmail.com | phone: 571-723-7748|  Instagram:voemetoday| LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edna-howard| Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives!

Hello, I hope everyone is having a blessed week! Today I am interviewing Kim Collins. Kim Collins is , married to Bruce L. Collins Sr. for 28 years, mother of four young adults attends United Love church with Pastor Larry Stewart and is a graduate of Morgan State University with a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology & Public Health. Kim is currently employed with the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Regulatory Affairs as a Consumer Safety Officer. Kim has served the federal government for the past 23 years, with most of her career with the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Positions held during federal tenure have included, Team Leader, Department of Laboratory Medicine (NIH), Scientific Reviewer with Center for Devices & Lead Project Manager, Center for Tobacco Products (FDA). Kim is also a member of the Loudoun County (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and the founder and CEO of Pearls Empowerment, Inc., a non-profit faith-based mentoring program for girls & women. Pearls mission is Preparing, Equipping, Affirming, and Renewing young Ladies for Success! As a faith-based program, our goals are to use Biblical principles to encourage & equip each girl. We strive to meet girls “where they are” in their unique growth & development, cultivating confidence along the way. The process varies for each girl and the result is priceless, precious, valuable & irreplaceable. Pearls is a year-round program offering workshops & various initiatives revolving around a variety of themes including but not limited to: purity, leadership, self-esteem, self-awareness, mentoring, understanding their value, college readiness, culinary arts, civic engagement, STEM, life skills, etc.   Contact Her: Kim Collins Founder, Executive Director | Pearls Empowerment, Inc.703.439.0711 pearlsempowerment.org

Samantha Story-Camp's purchase of a homemade soap recipe book was supposed to be a creative way for her to provide gifts to fellow theatre actors after the final night of performances. One evening, she found herself at a local small business association workshop on how to start a business. Her and a friend were interested in creating a singing telegram company with a unique spin. Their idea never got off the ground, but what she learned planted the seed for another entrepreneurial venture. After receiving initial feedback from her friends and online community, Samantha decided to launch Pip & Lola's.Samantha eventually moved back to Pittsburgh, the city where she received her theatre degree from Point Park University. She and her husband opened a storefront, and Pip & Lola's began to grow. The company, which is named after two of her children, is a thriving family business with two locations. They also have a generous donation program in which they provide bars of soap to regional domestic violence shelters and other local charities. In this episode, Samantha talks about what she's learned from over a decade in business and how her theatre background helps her to relate and communicate with her many loyal customers.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH SAMANTHA STORY-CAMP AT:Website: https://www.pipandlola.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pipandlolaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pipandlolaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pipandlolas

Darlena Kelly doesn't hail from Austin, Silicon Valley or New York but her dotcom start-up is making big waves in the gamification of education. Kelly, a Birmingham native, is an innovative engineer and creator of SimiDigi, a simulated interactive digital learning platform launched in Dallas, Texas. Kelly is blazing new trails in the field of computer animation and visualization while helping more industrial corporations improve safety, enhance workforce skills and reduce costs.SimiDigi is using 3D and Virtual Reality technology to improve the way industrial and other companies, with complex operations, communicate and train their employees digitally. Darlena has helped companies improve productivity, solve communication challenges, increase sales and minimize the risk of safety violations and possible litigation as a result of employee negligence through her special workforce training products and services.She has won numerous awards and accolades for her pioneering work, from Top 25 Women in Technology by the Dallas Business Journal, 2017 Supplier of the Year, Entrepreneurial Spotlight Award, Minority-Owned Business of the Year finalist and Emerging Business of the Year.Kelly is a Computer Science graduate of Troy University and Visual Design graduate from Virginia College. She is currently a professor for Dallas County Community College District.To learn more about our Risk Management department, click here --> https://ibcins.biz/risk-management/

Is it June already?!  This year is flying past us, how are you doing on your goals and standards? Where can we pivot and what needs to be placed on hold so other areas can excel right now? Take inventory and make changes accordingly.    Here are this month's lineup for Small Business Grants!    ⚡️ New Voice Power Pitch at Essence Fest!  $250,000 Deadline June 04 https://apply.newvoicesfamily.com/prog/new_voices_250000_power_pitch_2022/     ⚡️ Dear God, are we there yet? June 30, 2022  https://www.deargodarewethereyet.com/apply-for-a-grant#:~:text=Dear%20God%2C%20Are%20We%20There%20Yet%3F%20is%20a%20501%20(,way%20we%20support%20social%20impact.   ⚡️Door Dash Restaurant Disaster Relief $100,000 https://doordash.helloalice.com/?utm_source=Newsletter_Inclusions&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=DoorDash_Grant_2&goal=0_18427d7730-7c56f415fc-437708390&mc_cid=7c56f415fc&mc_eid=8380d00c89   ⚡️Monat Gratitude Goals: $20k **Must be a nonprofit June 4th deadline https://monatgratitudegoal.com/grants     ADDITIONAL RESOURCES MENTIONED:   Get on the waitlist for Funding with Foresight database >>> bit.ly/gettingmymoney  Grants Proof Reading Rubric >>> https://www.buffaloambitionco.com/resources

Today on the Denton Insider, hear from our 2022 Minority Owned Business of the Year Award winner, Mindful Counseling. Angel Koenig will talk about her small business and mental health tips and tricks as we close out Mental Health Awareness Month.

Entreprenuers press on. People support and uplift the Black and Brown businesses they are established, they are respectful and operat with integrity and strive to reach the heights of their top counterparts. Take a step back and look at the numbers over 40 million Black Americans, 52 million Hispanic Americans. Black Americans spend an average of $1.2 trillion, while Hispanic Americans spend about $800 billion. We start utilizing our resources to uplift our communities and businesses there will be a drastic shift in the U.S. economy. We know this country was built on capitalism. Knowing this truth we can use our dollars to advocate, implement, and cement change. Change that is truly inclusive. Remember all the business we love and support now, started small too.

On this episode of the podcast I sit down with a young entrepreneur and fellow hustler! Jasmine Dollente comes on TTP and shares her Journey to become owner of Solano Wellness Spa at the age of only 24 years old. This pod was super inspiring and thanks again for coming on Jasmine!website: Solanowellness.comJasmine's IG: @JASMINEDOLLENTEFollow me on tiktok: Reesejohnnn 

We are joined today by Renee King the CEO of FundBLACKFounders, a Black owned crowdfunding platform for Black founders and entrepreneurs. Renee shares how to utilize online platforms and resources in order to obtain the funds your business needs to take off and succeed. She defines the difference between non-dilutive and diluted capital, and how important it is to know what conditions are behind the capital you receive. Renee shines light on the funding gap between Black and underrepresented entrepreneurs, and discusses actionable solutions to bridge this gap. She points out that in Black and Brown communities, “We are so hungry to be our own bosses, that we are taking our stimulus check and starting a business during covid”. Tune in to find out how you can build and nurture your crowd, and begin your funding campaign!  More from Renee King:  Visit www.fundblackfounders.com   LinkedIn: @Renee King Instagram: @thereneeking Finding Renee King: Email: amen@fundblackfounders.com  LinkedIn: @fundBlackfounders Instagram: @fundblackfounders Facebook: @FundBlackFounders Twitter: @FundBlackFndrs  More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources! 

Global Virtual Panel of Veterans Event   This event is to educate others on the Veterans topic.   Hosted by Regeline Sabbat - Motivational Keynote Speaker, 5x Bestselling Author, Life Coach, First generation Haitian American, the host of Walk With Me Podcast on JRQTV, Financial Expert, and CEO and Founder of Life Service Center of America, LLC. Endorsed by Les Brown.   (Master of Ceremonies) Dr. Lakisha James - Corporate event planner, Set Designer, Mentor, Author, and Atlanta Chapter Leader for World Women Conference & Awards   Speakers:   Speaker #1 (Keynote Speaker)- Dr. Radley Ratos M. Ramdhan- Dr. Radley completed his undergraduate degree at Barry University in North Miami, Florida where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Radley then attended University of Bridgeport in Connecticut where he completed his Master of Science in Acupuncture and Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Radley during his time at University of Bridgeport also serve in the United States Army as part of the New York Army National Guard for 6 years through which he grew a special interest in working with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) patients, and as a result completed his thesis on   Understanding and Treating PTSD using a Naturopathic Approach. Dr. Radley served a tour with his New York Army National Guard Unit in Kuwait and Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (2016/17). Dr. Radley has also been co-authors to two articles published by Naturopathic Doctor News and Review relating to PTSD and TBI, and now the author of his first book "Trauma to PTSD: Root Causes to Healing Branches". Dr. Radley has his own clinic, where he sees clients both in person and virtually.   Speaker #2 Lachelle Adkins- Lachelle Adkins is known to the world as America's Supermom! Lachelle is a survivor of depression.   Speaker #3 Tonja Anderson-Dell- Tonja Anderson-Dell is a Best Selling Author of the book Gifts From a Glacier: The Quest for an American Flag and 52 Souls by Tonja Anderson- Dell, Blue Star Mom, Gold Star family member, and she is a Member of Women in Aviation.   Tonja Anderson-Dell has 20 years of genealogical research. Tonja is an Advocate for Operational Loss servicemen and women, and she is an Advocate for the families of these men and women.   Tonja has searched for missing Operational Loss military planes overseas and on US soil. Tonja has also named a mountain peak in Alaska Globemaster Peak after the servicemen that died on Mount Gannett in 1952.   Tonja is a mother of 4 and grandmother of 3, and she has fostered children.   Speaker #4 Frantz Andre- Writer and Author at lifewaythinking.com   Speaker #5 Elis Mabes-Business Owner and Speaker   Speaker #6 Chaundra Nicole Gore- International Keynote Speaker, Educator, Leadership Strategist, Destiny Catalyst, Disabled Army Veteran, and Certified Disabled Veteran Owned, Women Owned and Minority Owned Business.   Speaker #7 Mark Ledlow- Founder and Owner of www.ledlowsecurity.com   Speaker #8 Toolika Rani- Ex-Indian Air Force Officer, Mountaineer, Motivational Speaker (Tedx), Writer, Research Scholar.   Speaker #9 Amy Debrucque- Wife. Mom. Believer. Author/Confidence Coach/ Host of Life On Purpose Podcast.   Speaker #10 Phillip Mcclure- Owner of North Star Coins   Speaker #11 Brig Ceedee Singh- Counter Terrorism, Counter Insurgency, Tactical Training, Small Arms, Body Armor & Optronics.   Speaker #12 Armando Neutel-Armando Neutel was born running towards excellence. As a baby, a seizure disorder kept him in and out of the hospital, but his faith growing up kept him focused on greater things to come. At the age of 17 he joined the Portuguese Naval Academy, rising quickly among the ranks to become a Naval Officer reaching a role where he had 75 people under his care. He was also an active member of NATO working on radar detection technology. He left after the last commission of 6 years of service in Directorate of Ships and moved into the private sector.   Sponsors: Ragne Sinikas - Founder of World Women Conference & Awards (WWCA), Women Entrepreneurs TV, Change Makers Coach, Public Speaker   Michael D. Butler -CEO of Beyond Publishing, Book Publisher, Global Speaker, Media Coach   Daniel Gomez- Keynote Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Executive Coach, Confidence Architect, and Author   Melahni Ake- Melahni Ake, is the founder of Everyday Leaders Professional Coaching and Consulting, a Certified John Maxwell Team leadership coach, speaker and trainer, and as a Certified WHY Institute Agent she helps others Discover their own WHY, Melahni professional influence began at Walt Disney World and carried into financial services, fundraising and medical device sales and leadership. She believes in the power of our mindset to design our life with purpose. She is a popular Event Master of Ceremonies, Voice Actor, Leadership Podcast Host of Everyday Leaders 50in50, best selling author, motivational speaker and life strategy coach who challenges her clients to dream beyond their limiting beliefs and create better strategic ways to make sense out of the possibilities in front of them to change the world. What she knows is that When you know your WHY, and START with WHY, What You Do has more Impact.   Dr. Lakisha James- Corporate event planner, Set Designer, Mentor, Author, and Atlanta Chapter Leader for World Women Conference & Awards

Chris Martinez is an entrepreneur, speaker, author and the Founder of DUDE Agency, a company specializing in helping digital marketing agencies with their people, processes, and education so they can take on more projects and scale profitably. An entrepreneur from a young age, Chris has been running his digital agency since 2015. Discovering the advantages of hiring web design and development professionals in Tijuana, Mexico, he quickly scaled and then started to help other agency owners grow at previously unimaginable rates. Today, DUDE works with digital agencies all over the US and Canada, providing them the perfect outsourcing solution for digital agencies. Having earned his Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of California, Chris dedicated his career to creating new technology jobs in Latin America and Asia. Passionate about creating win-win scenarios, Chris' company helps digital agencies to scale through his unique process of hiring and selecting talent as they provide staff with cutting edge skills to agencies based in the US and Canada. In 2021, DUDE won a Gold Stevie Award from the American Business Association for Minority-Owned Business of the Year and a Silver Stevie Award for Most-Innovative Companies Under 100 Employees. Chris is also a sought-after speaker who spoke at events such as the prestigious Traffic and Conversion Summit in 2021. Passionate about giving back, for the last nine years, Chris has been mentoring a young man who lost his mom to breast cancer at age thirteen. A talented soccer player and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter, Chris works toward excellence, philanthropy and balance in all aspects of his life. Originally from Torrence, California, today Chris lives in Tijuana, Mexico with his wife and two dogs. "People Stay or Leave... Because of Leadership" Learn More About Chris and his Book - Click Here

Hello, Pittsburgh. I'm excited to introduce a brand-new season for you – and it's jam-packed with unique episodes and bonus content. Season 8 has been an incredible one for me to record and produce, and I can't wait to share the full episodes with you.I had the great honor and privilege of interviewing attorney, Edgar Snyder - a person that I admire for the firm he has built, the trail he has blazed, and the philanthropic work he has done in Pittsburgh. I've been watching Edgar Snyder on TV since I was a kid, and I'm sure many of you have as well. I know everyone in Pittsburgh knows who Edgar is, but you may not know his personal journey and what he had to go through in order to build his firm. He shares that story plus a whole lot more in his candid interview with me for the podcast.Just before the holidays, I recorded my first “live audience” podcast with Corry Smith, owner of CorEats. We held the event at Café Conmigo in Wexford. Corry is a thoughtful and energetic business owner with a tremendous origin story, and I had a wonderful time interviewing her for the show. You'll definitely want to make sure that you catch this debut “live” episode.It was a real pleasure to have some prior guests come back onto the program for a group discussion, which is a new format that I decided to try for this season. The first group includes Matt Marietti, owner of de Fer Coffee & Tea, Fiore Moletz, co-owner of Burgh'ers Brewing, and John Vella, owner of The John Vella Salon. And the second session features Kristen Ricupero, owner of Financial Fitness Coaching, Wendy Gilch, owner of SellingLater.com, and Jessie Tait, owner of Enspra. In these small business roundtable discussions, we cover the latest developments in their businesses, what's happened since they were last on the show, dealing with the constantly evolving covid situation, and a variety of other business topics and ideas.In addition to all of this, I was recently a guest on the “Evolution of Brand” podcast, which is a new show created, produced, and hosted by Jason Cercone. In our conversation, we talked a lot about podcasting, marketing, and creating a niche for your content and business. I plan to drop this interview as a bonus in the feed. So, if you've been curious to know more about my reasons for creating the Proprietors of Pittsburgh Podcast and some of the strategy behind it, then you'll want to check this one out.I'd like to thank all of you for helping this podcast experience incredible growth in 2021, and I can't wait to see where things go in 2022. I know we're starting off right with this blockbuster season.If you have ideas for the podcast, know someone that would be an excellent guest, or if you just want to share some feedback, please reach out to me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247

We are joined today by Renee King the CEO of FundBLACKFounders, a Black owned crowdfunding platform for Black founders and entrepreneurs. Renee shares how to utilize online platforms and resources in order to obtain the funds your business needs to take off and succeed. She defines the difference between non-dilutive and diluted capital, and how important it is to know what conditions are behind the capital you receive. Renee shines light on the funding gap between Black and underrepresented entrepreneurs, and discusses actionable solutions to bridge this gap. She points out that in Black and Brown communities, “We are so hungry to be our own bosses, that we are taking our stimulus check and starting a business during covid”. Tune in to find out how you can build and nurture your crowd, and begin your funding campaign!  More from Renee King:  Visit www.fundblackfounders.com   LinkedIn: @Renee King Instagram: @thereneeking Finding Renee King: Email: amen@fundblackfounders.com  LinkedIn: @fundBlackfounders Instagram: @fundblackfounders Facebook: @FundBlackFounders Twitter: @FundBlackFndrs  More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Welcome to Part 2 of our time with the ever interesting and multi-faceted, Linette Ramos De Soto . She is the owner of Breads & Threads Handmade in Flint, MICH and a professional "Chicken Lady" (She owns and operates her own 'mini' farm).  If you're already hooked on Linette, remember that she's regularly on Clubhouse  . Linette is funny and at the same time, holds a high ethical standard for all that she does. It's a rare thing in this world to meet someone with the kind of faith and confidence that our friend Linette has. She's come out on top through hard work, faith in God and overall, being a voice of love and reason. Her story is truly unique.  Since we did this recording, Linette has won an Art Achievement Award for Minority-Owned Business in Flint, MICH. Please be sure to check out her magazine at: Breads & Threads the Magazine (Yup... Linette has her own magazine). Linette's magazine is all about empowering women and minorities to make their business dreams come true; So Linette even does business coaching: https://www.breadsnthreads.shop/start-your-business-journey Beyond this interview series, please check out Linette's book, "Ramblings of a Chicken Lady". We feel that every home should have a copy.  Thank you Linette! You're an amazing person to know and call "friend".   Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn) New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn ) OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com) *If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us! Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries You can find us currently on: IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries We are on these listening platforms:  Spotify iTunes or iHeartRadio  Amazon Stitcher Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it!  If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at:  theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!          

You are in for a treat Diary Listeners because this is a 3 part series with a very cool lady. Linette Ramos De Soto is an author, owner of Breads & Threads Handmade in Flint, MICH and a professional "Chicken Lady" (She owns and operates her own 'mini' farm).  From the first time we heard Linette, on Clubhouse, we knew we connected with this woman. She's funny and at the same time, holds a high ethical standard for all that she does. It's a rare thing in this world to meet someone with the kind of faith and confidence that our friend Linette has. She's come out on top through hard work, faith in God and overall, being a voice of love and reason. Her story is truly unique.  Since we did this recording, Linette has won an Art Achievement Award for Minority-Owned Business in Flint, MICH. Please be sure to check out her magazine as well: Breads & Threads the Magazine (Yup... Linette has her own magazine). Linette's magazine is all about empowering women and minorities to make their business dreams come true; So Linette even does business coaching: https://www.breadsnthreads.shop/start-your-business-journey Beyond this interview series, please check out Linette's book, "Ramblings of a Chicken Lady". We feel that every home should have a copy.  Thank you Linette! You're an amazing person to know and call friend.   Hosts: Amy Nicholls & Rico Illiano Sound Design by: (Sound Wizard) Chuck Nunn (@djchucknunn) New Intro and Exit Music by Chuck Nunn. "Jamuary 10" (list of Jamuary's found here at: Soundcloud.com/chuck-nunn ) OG Intro and Exit Music Created by: Brandon Carter at (Brandon Scott Carter Publishing). The name of the OG track is "Ink Apprentice". If you like Brandon's sound, you can email him at: (brandon.carter@outlook.com) *If you liked The Apprenticeship Diaries (TAD), please follow us, rate, and review us! Pardon the redundancy, but we're just so excited: We are now sponsored by Reinventing the Tattoo and if you would like to get off-the-wall value for continuing art education (from master tattoo artists) then follow this link to save 10% on a subscription: www.reinventingthetattoo.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries Make sure your balls are nice and smooth too while you're at it... Don't have smooth boys... Then you should take us up on 15% your first Smooth My Balls order with this link: smoothmyballs.com/theapprenticeshipdiaries You can find us currently on: IG: @the_apprenticeship_diaries FB: The Apprenticeship Diaries Twitter: TheApprenticeshipDiaries We are on these listening platforms:  Spotify iTunes or iHeartRadio  Amazon Stitcher Please follow rate and review wherever you find our show. We would love constructive criticism too. :) 5 stars is always great, but we wanna earn it!  If you'd like to reach out to us directly, comment, advise, or offer an interview, please email at:  theapprenticeshipdiaries@gmail.com Remember: The only difference between you and your mentors is time and how much you want to get the fuck out of your own way!          

Are you still getting anxious or stressed before (or during) your live streaming? Want to get more comfortable so you can communicate more effectively and go live with confidence? I'm joined by Dr. Elo who specialises in helping live streamers become more comfortable in front of the camera. He's a military veteran who proudly served active duty in the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) for sixteen years and continues to serve as a Reservist.  He is the President and CEO of Sustainable Management Solutions, LLC, a Service-Connected Disabled Veteran and Minority-Owned Business.  He's also a live streamer and has worked with Live Streaming Pros. Download my live video confidence guide and get notified when I next go live → https://confident.live/subscribe (https://confident.live/subscribe) (

Welcome to Getting It Right! We are going to be talking to people who are "getting it right" in their business and life. We will have a heavy dose of straight talk about the Real Estate world. The secret sauce to success is finding the people who are "getting it right"...borrow and improve what they are doing to make it work for you. This week Brent Cassity interviews his co-host Jose Ponce, President of REMAX Gold. Ponce has a inspiring story of grit, determination, and discipline. He is the owner of REMAX Gold that has over 70 agents with 5 offices, and 2 satellite offices. He owns the 2nd largest Minority Owned Business in Missouri, and the largest Hispanic owned business in the region. Jose was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame in 2018. He was also a key witness for Congress in 2021 on "Harnessing the Power of Immigrant-Owned Business to Build back Better." Jose is a dedicated member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as their Vice-Chair. Jose has a passion for everything he goes to do. He has insightful tips for the entrepreneur, and great advice for "rehumanizing" yourself in the Real Estate world and any business. Join us!

In this episode of Promo Insiders, Senior Writer John Corrigan learns Fremont, CA-based Fossa Apparel's origin story from Michelle Chen, current owner and sales director. She also discusses the challenges of running a woman-owned and minority-owned business.

In this week's edition of Overdrive Radio, a window on the narratives that emerged from the SHE Trucking Expo, where Overdrive Radio host and editor Todd Dills spent Day One of the conference speaking to attendees and organizers about goals of network-building within and outside of the minority-owned business community. Founded and spearheaded by Chattanooga-based longtime driver/owner-operator/SHE Trucking Facebook group founder Sharae Moore, the expo was not only diverse in terms of the backgrounds of people in attendance and participating. As Adam Wingfield, former owner-operator and current head of the Innovative Logistics Group consultancy, put it, Moore excelled in bring together a "diversity of thought" as well, no doubt. The bulk of the podcast features an end-of-day discussion with these stakeholders, in addition to Wingfield, and all directly connected to Moore's efforts to build the Expo: **Professional driver and trainer Shanna Sellers, Charlotte, North Carolina **Pierre Laguerre, founder of Fleeting, Inc., Atlanta **Tristen Simmons and Tawana Randall of the Leading Ladies of Logistix group, South Carolina, Atlanta **Alix Burton of small fleet Good Energy Worldwide, Atlanta **Sunny Vraitch, CFO of PrimeLink Express, Stockton, California **Melanie Patterson, small fleet owner and proprietor at Team Integrity Knowledge Center, Chicago Presentations by Wingfield and former NFL player and fleet/brokerage owner Thomas Johnson, of Memphis, are also featured. What emerges ultimately is the importance to potential success of harnessing the power of community, of numbers, of basic teamwork of a kind. Catch more scenes from the SHE Trucking Expo via this contemporaneous coverage of the September event: https://www.overdriveonline.com/channel-19/article/15114880/scenes-from-the-first-annual-she-trucking-expo

If the past year and a half has taught us anything, it's that the ability and willingness to change are critical attributes for every business owner. Adaptation is important to survival, and it's always been a mantra in modern business. But the pandemic has challenged us more than any other event in recent times. The really interesting thing is that entrepreneurs who are growth oriented and open to ideas tend to have an advantage when faced with change under difficult circumstances. In other words, they are not overly romantic about their business concepts. Instead, they are more interested in the best ideas and doing what actually works in the marketplace.In this final episode of Season 6, Mike Sharp, owner of the Sharp Insurance Agency, talks with me about the power of adaptation and change. We discuss what we've both seen and experienced during the pandemic, including some creative examples of small business survival. We also go through several ways that small business owners can position themselves to be nimble and flexible in an uncertain world. The ability to pivot has been front and center in our concept of business and startups for a while now, but this recent macro-economic shock has put it to the test like never before.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH MIKE SHARP AT:Website: https://www.sharpinsagency.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharpinsagencyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharp.insuranceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkshrpEmail: msharp@sharpinsagency.comPhone: 412-207-9047

If you own a business, then the inevitable reality is that you are also a salesperson. You may not think of yourself as one, and you probably didn't get into business to hone your sales skills, but this is a fact of entrepreneurship. Understanding this distinction can mean the difference between starting fast or slow during the critical early days of a company's life. The good news is that “sales” no longer has to mean high-pressure tactics or sleight of hand designed to get people to buy. Those days are over, and consumers see right through the tricks. People want to choose to “buy” instead of being “sold” to. In today's information age with an abundance of choices, the public now holds the power.In this episode, Mike Sharp, owner of the Sharp Insurance Agency, joins me as my guest host for a lively discussion about this consequential and relevant topic. We talk about the importance of listening, asking questions, and assessing fit with clients and customers. More than ever before, selling is about educating and advising. It's about becoming a trusted guide, not about sleazy practices. This will be welcome news to anyone with a natural aversion to selling. Mike and I cover a lot of territory in our conversation, as we both relate how selling has shaped our experiences as employees and business owners.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH MIKE SHARP AT:Website: https://www.sharpinsagency.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharpinsagencyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharp.insuranceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkshrpEmail: msharp@sharpinsagency.comPhone: 412-207-9047

Mike Sharp, owner of the Sharp Insurance Agency, is back on the show in this new Season 6, but this time he is a “guest host.” In this episode, we discuss the book “Mindset” by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. During a recent phone call, we both realized that we just read it and thought it would make an excellent topic to kick off this new season. The book is full of powerful insights as it pertains to business, relationships, parenting, and really all aspects of life. If you haven't read the book, it's okay. We review the highlights and its main premise, which makes it easy to follow along with our conversation.So many great insights and ideas came out of our discussion. I thoroughly enjoyed the format for this new mini-season, and I hope you will too. My plan is to do several of these special seasons each year where I invite previous guests back onto the show for engaging conversations covering topics that are relevant to small businesses and our community. If you have any suggestions for guests that you'd like to see back on as a “guest host” or if you have subject ideas for a future episode, please let me know. Your feedback is always appreciated.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH MIKE SHARP AT:Website: https://www.sharpinsagency.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharpinsagencyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharp.insuranceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkshrpEmail: msharp@sharpinsagency.comPhone: 412-207-9047

Hey, Pittsburghers! I just wanted to say a few words about the pandemic, the state of the podcast, and what we've all been through this past year-and-a half. Season 5, which I started at the beginning of the pandemic in early 2020, has been a season of learning and adaptation. Like everyone else, I had to figure out how to go virtual and remote with my work and art. I'm so proud of the episodes in Season 5. If you want to get a feel for how the pandemic has affected many of our small businesses, just listen to these episodes.While the past year-and-a-half has been challenging and difficult and even tragic for many people, I still see hope and optimism every day in my work and in the people that I speak with. I don't know what the future holds, but I do know that it will include change. It will require flexibility, nimbleness, and adaptation. Like everyone else, I see what happens each day and adjust accordingly. Right now, that means I'm doing some of my interviews in-person. In other cases, they are still virtual. As I look to the near future, I see the podcast taking on a hybrid form. My interviews and conversations will consist of both of these modes. I look forward to the day when nearly all of my episodes are in-person. That's the essence of this local show – dynamic and energetic dialogue between people who love small businesses and our great city.So, enjoy this special Season 6 with me and my “guest host” Mike Sharp. Then, I will be back with Season 7 and more of the engaging, informative, and entertaining conversations with small business owners that you have come to love.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247

When Katy and Jose Rosa found themselves out of work in 2019, they decided to try something completely different. After years of working in oil and gas, they were worn out by the ups and downs of such a cyclical industry. Much to Jose's surprise, Katy had just started to feed their family 100% plant-based meals. He couldn't believe how great the food tasted and how good he felt, so he naturally wanted to share it with extended family and friends. It was right around this time that they were asked to cater a company event. That evening, their food was a big hit, and the idea for Everest Eats was born.Although their menu is totally plant-based, they continuously receive rave reviews from vegans and meat eaters alike. The homemade ingredients, rich flavors, and hearty nature of the meals have wide appeal and have won over followers of all types of diets. Katy and Jose are inspired by their two children, Everest and Denali, and creating a sustainable business that is environmentally sensitive is an important factor in the choices that they make. Almost two years into operation and Everest Eats is a full-blown family business with Katy's mom and dad now involved in the creation of the mouth-watering dishes and desserts that come from their commercial kitchen.If you have any questions or if you'd like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I'm doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH KATY AND JOSE ROSA AT:Website: https://www.everesteats.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everesteatsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverestEatsPlantBased

No employee should have to choose between work and family.Providing access to trusted care and earning a living rate for delivering that trusted care is a problem that needed solving.Our guest, Anita Gardyne, is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Onēva, a company she co-founded in 2014 to solve this problem.Onēva reimagines the career for caregivers while providing an enticing and essential employer-provided benefit to client employees.Anita, a working mother and caregiver to her mom, faced her own frustrations in finding trusted care for her family through the existing marketplace. Believing access to trusted care AND earning a living rate for delivering quality, professional care are human rights, she went to work. Anita collaborated with Microsoft to build Onēva's technology platform, welcoming them as the system's first customer in 2016. Onēva now plays a critical role in providing access to safety compliant in-home care for businesses, customers and caregivers. A technology business visionary, Anita is an award-winning Black businesswoman with a personal mission of extending women's careers, closing the pay equity gap faster, and creating thousands of living wage jobs.Prior to Onēva, Anita spent nearly 2 decades in leadership positions including her role as CFO at Quantum (Seagate), leading a disk drive business unit generating $3.5B in revenue.Anita holds an MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and a BA in Economics and Economics in the Black Community from UC Berkeley.ABOUT ONĒVA:A certified Minority Owned Business and employer-provided technology platform that matches FBI background checked in-home care providers with employees to help them achieve greater work-life balance and peace of mind. Through the benefit, caregivers are able to carve their own schedule and pursue jobs that best match their skillset while employees are comforted to know available caregivers have living FBI background checks, are fairly compensated, and are trustworthy to care for elders, children, those with disabilities, pets, and home needs. To learn more, please visit: https://www.oneva.comConnect with Anita on LinkedIn here:Follow ONĒVA on social media here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/onevaincInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/onevainc/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oneva/Thank you for carving out time to improve your Founder Game - when you do better, your business will do better - cheers!Ande Lyonshttp://andelyons.comANDELICIOUS RESOURCES:JOIN STARTUP LIFE LIVE MEETUP GROUPGet an alert whenever I post a new show!https://bit.ly/StartupLifeLIVEAGORAPULSEMy favorite digital marketing dashboard is AGORAPULSE – it's the best platform to manage your social media posts and presence! Learn more here: http://www.agorapulse.com?via=ande17STARTUP DOX Do you need attorney reviewed legal documents for your startup? I'm a proud community partner of Startup Dox, a new service provided by Selvarajah Law PC which helps you draw out all the essential paperwork needed to kickstart your business in a super cost-effective way. All the legal you're looking for… only without confusion or frustration. EVERY filing and document comes with an attorney review. You will never do it alone. Visit https://www.thestartupdox.com/ and use my discount code ANDE10 to receive 10% off your order.If you resonate with the show's mission of amplifying diverse voices while serving first-time founders around the world, please consider supporting Startup Life Live with your sponsorship via Patreon. Go to my website and scroll down to the sponsor buttons – thank you! https://andelyons.com.STREAMYARD OVERLAYS AND GRAPHIC DESIGNNicky Pasquierhttps://www.virtuosoassistant.co.uk/Visit Nicky's CANVA Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...Nicky's Canva Presentation Playlist: http://bit.ly/Canva_Present_PlaylistGET VIDEO/AUDIO TRANSCRIBED WITH OTTER.AIhttps://bit.ly/StartupLifeOtter CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE: https://andelyons.com https://twitter.com/AndeLyonshttps://www.facebook.com/StartupLifew... https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/ https://www.pinterest.com/andelyons/ https://angel.co/andelyons TikTok: @andelyons

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Learn how to start a minority owned business and how to get your operation certified as such. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Technology business visionary Anita Darden Gardyne is an award-winning Black businesswoman with a personal mission of extending women's careers, closing the pay equity gap faster, and creating thousands of living wage jobs. As CEO and Chairman of the Board of Onēva (oneva.com), Gardyne combines her prowess as a trendsetter and trailblazer with this mission. Co-founded by Gardyne in 2014, Onēva reimagines the career for caregivers while providing an enticing and essential employer provided benefit to client employees. The certified Minority Owned Business offers an employer-provided technology platform that matches FBI background checked in-home care providers with employees to help them achieve greater work-life balance and peace of mind. Through the benefit, caregivers are able to carve their own schedule and pursue jobs that best match their skillset. Meanwhile, employees are comforted to know available caregivers have living FBI background checks, are fairly compensated and are trustworthy to care for elders, children, those with disabilities, pets and home needs.

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Michael Wholihan is the Associate Director of the University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center. This important non-profit organization is part of a wider network of small business development centers that span the nation and fall under the leadership of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Pitt SBDC is a vital resource for local small business owners and entrepreneurs, and the vast majority of their services are provided free of charge. As we continue to face the challenges of the pandemic, the Pitt SBDC has been a steadfast ally in helping to support our local economy.The Pitt SBDC serves the community through the areas of counseling, training programs, new capital formation, centers of excellence, and community contracts. Michael, who started with the organization as a counselor, knows what it’s like to be on the other side of the table. He, as well as many on this staff, have also been small business owners themselves. Their hard work was recently recognized in September 2020 when the U.S. Small Business Administration awarded the Pitt SBDC with the #1 ranking out of over 1,000 similar centers throughout the country. If you have any questions or if you’d like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I’m doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Website: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH MICHAEL WHOLIHAN AT:Website: https://entrepreneur.pitt.edu/centers/small-business-development-center-sbdcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PghentrepreneurTwitter: https://twitter.com/PghEntrepreneurLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-ieeEmail: mwholihan@innovation.pitt.edu

Black Excellence Alliance, in partnership with U of Tulsa, presents "Black Wall Street: The Past, Present and Future of Black Excellence" presents "African Americans and the Internet" with special guest, Albert E. White. Thirty years of business and finance experience Advisor to some of the most successful CEOs in the country. Vast experience in the technology area: HealthCare, Energy, Disaster Services, Communications, and Internet of Things. Mr. White is a known visionary in identifying market niches. Mr. White has been successful in building capacity for small and medium-sized federal contractors. He was responsible for negotiating the most significant subcontract that AT&T had ever signed in its history with a Minority-Owned Business in the '90s. He was a member of the original management team that first commercialized the Internet, Network Solutions. He was responsible for providing the marketing strategy to promote the first use of the Global Internet to the public. Mr. White has completed his first book about the history of the Internet. “RACE FOR THE NET” When African Americans Controller the Internet And What Happens Now? For more than 16 years, Mr. White has been an advisor and formerly CEO for Dr. Lonnie Johnson, one of the leading and most successful inventors in our country with more than 100 patents. Mr. White was responsible during his tenure at Excellatron Solid State, for securing more than $4.5 million in technology development grants in the Energy area from NIST and several DOD agencies. Later negotiated a contract modification with Microsoft for Dr. Johnson valued at $36 million. Mr. White has an extensive finance and investment background as Senior Consultant to Safeguard Scientific, a leading publicly- owned venture capital company. He was a former International Banking Officer with JP Morgan and Bankers Trust Company (acquired by Deutsche Bank). In January 2016, he formed a Consulting Service, Polaris Advisory Group, LLC, to provide funding and marketing strategy for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses with a focus in the areas of Energy, Health Care, Information Technology and Government Contracting. He was featured in the New York Times, Black Enterprise Magazine, New York Daily News, etc. Mr. White has been a noted presenter at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch and Rainbow Push Conferences: Raising Capital for International Projects and How to Identify Business Opportunities in the future for Minority Firms. Mr. White received his MBA degree in Finance from Columbia University and a BS degree in Marketing/Economics from the University of Denver. Postgraduate work at the University of Michigan in Marketing Strategy. He has held board seats on publicly owned and non-profit companies. A native of Brooklyn, New York, living in Silver Spring, Maryland today. He has three adult children who all operate their own companies.

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In 2020, Bobsled ran its first pro-bono program. We, along with 2 of our partners, Ad Badger and Lemonlight, decided to support a black-owned enterprise with Amazon account management services and ran a search for a company that we felt would benefit from this initiative and pass these benefits on to their community. We were so pleased to find Lift Your Table in our search and award the pro bono program to them.  Bethany Smith is President and Co-founder of B Team Solutions, an explosive WBENC and NMSDC-certified (woman and minority-owned) manufacturing company located in Palm Desert, CA.  The companies’ main product, Lift Your Table® Folding Table Risers, is a product that quickly raises the height of most folding tables from seated height to counter height or higher…with no tools required. Make sure to tune in to find out more about our collaboration! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Learn more about Lift Your Table Connect with Bethany Smith Connect with Kiri Masters Learn more about  Bobsled Marketing

This Episode talks about supporting minority owned businesses and how every community especially in the minority communities can bring their people together and start building wealth and put the violence and jealousy to rest!

Meet Viggo and Rachel Dodoo, a dynamic husband and wife pharmacist duo providing compounded prescription meds, professional grade dietary supplements, uplifting scents, soft serve frozen yogurts and personal care products.The DSD and RD Collection StoryIn the summer of 2020, Viggo partnered with Rachel to expand the DSD product line. Together, the couple is combining over 50 years of pharmaceutical experience and knowledge to provide medication, natural supplements, personal care products and uplifting scents to their customers. The personal care and uplifting scents are part of Rachel’s RD Collection brand.Also, with Viggo’s 30+ years experience in the yogurt manufacturing business, he has launched a healthy soft serve frozen yogurt brand - Yogovigo. The delicious yogurt is rich with probiotics and is gluten-free and cholesterol-free. A great alternative to ice cream, the yogurt is 100 Calories per serving and has a low glycaemic index making it suitable for diabetics and weight watchers. Yogovigo is currently available for purchase at DSD Pharmacy.In addition to providing their customers with much needed services, the couple support several community initiatives.To learn more about Viggo and Rachel’s pharmacy, visit https://www.dsdpharmacy.org/You may purchase Rachel’s handmade self care products in store or at www.theRDcollection.shop

The founders of Connexus Technologies, Lawrence James and Chris Holland, are more than simple entrepreneurs. They are men of conviction, of faith and of action in the communities they serve. It's a fascinating discussion with two unique and innovative leaders in the African American community.

Mike Sharp didn’t let the pandemic stop him from starting his own independent insurance agency. In August 2020, he realized his dream and opened the doors to his office in the Brentwood borough. Both he and his wife did the bulk of the renovation work to the space, which needed considerable upgrading before they could open to the public. Mike’s experience as a sales agent, manager, and recruiter with two large national insurance companies has given him the confidence and depth of knowledge necessary to build his own firm. His choice of creating an independent agency allows him to provide his clients with multiple options from a variety of insurance carriers.Aside from his career in the insurance industry, Mike has worked as a police officer in the Pittsburgh area for a number of years. His experience in law enforcement has given him the negotiation and communication skills necessary to provide his clients with a high level of service. In this episode, Mike explains the most common mistakes he sees entrepreneurs make when it comes to buying insurance. He also explains why pandemics are not covered in insurance policies, much to the surprise of small business owners everywhere this year. And he ends the interview with some sage advice that all up-and-coming entrepreneurs should hear.If you have any questions or if you’d like to chat, you can reach me at my contact info below. The purpose of this podcast is to share ideas, inspire action, and build a stronger small business community here in Pittsburgh. So please say hello, tell me what you think, and let me know how I’m doing. It means a ton!YOU CAN REACH ME AT:Podcast: https://www.proprietorsofpittsburgh.comWebsite: https://www.thestartupshoppe.net/podcastsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/proprietorsofpittsburghpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinvilanoPhone: 412-336-8247YOU CAN REACH MIKE SHARP AT:Website: https://www.sharpinsagency.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharpinsagencyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharp.insuranceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkshrpEmail: msharp@sharpinsagency.comPhone: 412-207-9047

Join Jonathan and Stephanie as they discuss current utility market trends including industry consolidation, reshoring, renewable energy, and other topics as well as diversity supply. Listen for insight on how these things are influenced by COVID.

Jonathan Malveaux is co-founder of Nano Air Mask which was born in the midst of and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Jonathan Malveaux as they speak on his background, the conditions under which he and his partners started the business and how this 100% minority owned business is committed to supporting minority communities who are disproportionately affected by this unprecedented health crisis. Jonathan Malveaux is an investor, entrepreneur and advisor who has pursued a diverse career across law, finance and sports. With over 25 years of professional experience in the US, Japan, South Korea and China, he has developed a unique global perspective and network of strategic access and relationships. He is fluent in Japanese. For a special giveaway of the Nano Air Mask, please listen through to the end of the podcast to hear how you may be able to nominate someone in your community to win some masks. Please note that the contents of Coping with COVID-19 by Dr. Allie are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Coping with COVID-19. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you're having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. Thank you for listening to Coping with COVID-19 by Dr. Allie. Coping with COVID-19 by Dr. Allie is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links to Nano Air Mask: Website: https://nanoairmask.com/ Follow on instagram @nanoairmask https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jonathanmalveaux_the-data-suggests-america-is-on-the-verge-activity-6722739157527076864-ES0U References for the Let's Get Clinical segment: Evidence on the use of masks during COVID-19: https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2020.00818 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342198360_Association_of_country-wide_coronavirus_mortality_with_demographics_testing_lockdowns_and_public_wearing_of_masks_Update_June_15_2020 Mind Studios: www.mind-studios.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Falls banquet hall owner TC Cuthbertson and Falls Township PD acting Chief Nelson Whitney join JD to discuss how a lie posted to social media went viral, and appeared to be an attempt to drive a wedge between Cuthbertson and the police, resulting in threats against TC which are now under investigation by Falls detectives.  Philadelphia suburbs, Bucks County, Montgomery County and Burlington County local content from buckscountycouriertimes.com, theintell.com and burlingtoncountytimes.com, with JD Mullane, columnist for the Bucks County Courier Times and Phil Gianficaro, columnists for The Intelligencer. A Gannett owned company. https://www.buckscountycouriertimes.com/opinion/20200702/mullane-in-falls-lie-sics-cancel-culture-on-black-owned-business See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chefs Kate Plummer and Johanna Gottlieb talk with Benn Sledge from Aztec Specialties. They cover what it means to be a minority business owner and their importance to our supply chain. In this discussion Benn opens up doing a self check in and why this movement is different than others.

About 70% of Latino-owned businesses who completed applications for the $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program never received any funding before the pot was depleted in less than two weeks.

About 70% of Latino-owned businesses who completed applications for the $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program never received any funding before the pot was depleted in less than two weeks. Representatives of three national Latino organizations explain how they’re stepping up to provide support and are lobbying to get future funds secured exclusively for minority-owned businesses.

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business. On this episode, I share why I believe the COVID-19 Pandemic will my finest hour, given my ability to persevere and lead my organization, even in the midst of dire circumstances. I share how IRONBOUND Boxing has managed to bounce back and continue our fight, through a robust online digital presence. I discuss where we are, where we're headed, and how we plan to get there. As always, thank you for tuning in and I hope you enjoy the show.

On this episode we hear a panel discussing starting a minority-owned business. We also talk about what we’re reading. Katie read Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All by Laura Ruby (her earlier book, Bone Gap, and it reminded Abby of  The Book Thief by Markus Zusak) Abby read Pursuit by Joyce Carol Oates Next we … Continue reading S.3 Ep.6 – Starting a Minority Owned Business →

[1:00] Devon's roots in becoming a barber[2:45] Opening up his own salon at age 23 and evolution as a conscious leader"Once you understand who you are and your culture, it's hard not to find purpose...to see the voids and want to fill them."Inspiration from his mother and The Black Panthers(Documentary "The Black Panthers: The Vanguard of the Revolution""The more selfless I am, the more the universe sustains me...I'm being sustained and I have peace in that. I don't think I would have the same amount of peace if I was just about the profit. That's worth everything"[11:45] Opening "Sweet Ida's" food pantry - now accepting produce thanks to new refrigerators from Mitch Gruber and Foodlink![15:00] Monthly community forums because barber shops are pillars of the black community - free haircuts for kids, health screenings, financial advisors[17:00] Barriers to evolving more conscious businesses in the neighborhood[20:00] Black entrepreneurship, ownership and group economicsBOSS Documentary: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/boss/video/boss-the-black-experience-in-business-nguxge/[23:00] The importance of ownership and how Devon is trying to cultivate future black entrepreneurs and conscious leadersNikole Hannah-Jones in the New York Times 1619 Project (400th anniversary of slavery coming to America): https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/black-history-american-democracy.html[29:30] What could Rochester do to be a beacon for Conscious Capitalism, Inclusive Prosperity and Minority-Owned BusinessesBook Recommendations:The Mis-Education Of The NegroThe Fall of AmericaFrom Superman to ManBefore ColumbusConscious CapitalismDriving past $6 corner store subs to get a $10 sub at Wegmans: "I would drive 20 minutes to go to Wegmans because of what they do for the community."[36:30] Building a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem[40:00] The future of Brothers and Sisters Unisex Salon - "The salon is kind of like an incubator for entrepreneurs to come out of it. So hopefully I can just keep producing talented people who come out of it that are more socially aware...I would love for the salon to grow, but I feel like I have a higher calling."[42:00] Encouraging more neighborhood businesses to sustain communityOn inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, owners and leaders: "if you can tap into them, educate them and make them more conscious, then the next twenty years would look really promising for Rochester.""If you don't find peace, you'll definitely find purpose."Visit Brothers and Sisters Unisex Salon on Dewey Avenue to get a haircut or to donate food, clothing, back to school supplies, thanksgiving turkeys (or to pick something up if you're in need)

Another day on Facebook, another day that I get a invite to like someone's Facebook Business page... I love the idea of people in my network starting businesses, and adding legitimacy by create a business page, but in today's market, you simply need more. This podcast will give you insights into what you can do to get the edge, and get your business to the next level. •ARE YOU PRESENT?, DO YOU LOOK LEGIT?, IS YOUR USER EXPERIENCE LOW FRICTION?, WHAT VALUE DO YOU GIVE?, DO YOU HAVE REVIEWS?. •THERE ARE PEOPLE WHO WANT WHAT YOU HAVE, BUT THEY DON'T SEE YOU, OR YOU LOOK JANKY. •THE MAJORITY OF THE SUCCESS STORIES I SAW ONLINE USING ONLINE FUNNEL SYSTEMS WERE CAUCASIAN, NOT BECAUSE OF ANY RESTRICTION.... BUT SIMPLY BECAUSE OF AWARENESS. Enjoy, and if you have a question you want me to answer on the show, head over to my Instagram @ladonbuchanan and shoot me a message. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mrradio/message

Have you thought about the advantages of working with a Minority Owned Business or Enterprise (MBE)? Have you considered the advantages of developing diversity and inclusion initiatives? On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Greg DeShields, of PHLDiversity. Here is what you will learn about on this podcast episode:• What are some of the fundamental strategies businesses (especially minority owned enterprises or MBEs) can use for their strategic plan?• How do some of those strategies apply to preparing a business plan?• How can minority owned businesses leverage when attending meetings or conferences? • How can MBEs better prepare themselves for these opportunities?• What are some of the procurement strategies that MBEs should use to increase their likelihood of success?• What are some of other longterm strategies MBEs should use to ensure greater likelihood of success?• What are some of the barriers MBEs face regularly (for example, access to capital) and what are the best strategies to work around those barriers?• Other tips to help businesses become "business ready."• What are the advantages to bringing MBEs on as subcontractors for other businesses?• After you’ve listened to the episode, go to SelfMadeStrategies.com for more information about our show, exclusive content and to contact the Self Made Strategies hosts. Are you wanting even more awesome Self Made Strategies content? Follow @SelfMadeStrategies on Instagram.

Have you thought about the advantages of working with a Minority Owned Business or Enterprise (MBE)? Have you considered the advantages of developing diversity and inclusion initiatives? On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Greg DeShields, of PHLDiversity. Here is what you will learn about on this podcast episode:• What are some of the fundamental strategies businesses (especially minority owned enterprises or MBEs) can use for their strategic plan?• How do some of those strategies apply to preparing a business plan?• How can minority owned businesses leverage when attending meetings or conferences? • How can MBEs better prepare themselves for these opportunities?• What are some of the procurement strategies that MBEs should use to increase their likelihood of success?• What are some of other longterm strategies MBEs should use to ensure greater likelihood of success?• What are some of the barriers MBEs face regularly (for example, access to capital) and what are the best strategies to work around those barriers?• Other tips to help businesses become "business ready."• What are the advantages to bringing MBEs on as subcontractors for other businesses?• After you’ve listened to the episode, go to SelfMadeStrategies.com for more information about our show, exclusive content and to contact the Self Made Strategies hosts. Are you wanting even more awesome Self Made Strategies content? Follow @SelfMadeStrategies on Instagram.

There are many businesses that begin between siblings. There are many success stories and probably many more untold failures of these types of businesses. If you'd like to learn from a sibling duo that is thriving, you'll want to listen to today's featured guests, Stephen Carter and Sterling Carter of Sterling Staffing Solutions. Sterling Staffing Solutions, headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, and founded in 2011, staffs more than 800 employees and contractors throughout Texas and Oklahoma including rural areas surrounding Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Tulsa and Oklahoma City. Twin brothers Stephen Levi Carter is CEO and partner and Dr. Sterling Carter is COO and partner. The business has twice won the Gold Stevie Award in the category of Minority Owned Business from The American Business Awards in 2017 and 2018. It also won the Gold Stevie Award in the category of Veteran Owned Business in 2018. The business has been named to the Inc. 2017 5000 list for the second consecutive year. In addition to winning the 2018 Black Enterprise Family Business of the Year award and being a 2017 Black Enterprise Family Business of the Year Finalist, it won the Greater Houston Black Chamber’s 23rd Annual Pinnacle Award and the Greater Houston Better Business Bureau’s 2017 Pinnacle Award. It also won 2018 Greater Houston Better Business Bureau’s Awards for Excellence and 2018 Winner of Distinction Award. The business and brothers have been featured in local to national media reaching millions. The brothers are slated to release a book through ForbesBooks – a publishing arm of the Forbes brand – this fall.

Sterling Staffing Solutions, headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, and founded in 2011, staffs more than 800 physical, occupational and speech licensed therapists, nurses and medical social workers throughout Texas and Oklahoma. It has twice won the Gold Stevie Award in the category of Minority Owned Business from The American Business Awards in 2017 and 2018. It also won the Gold Stevie Award in the category of Veteran Owned Business in 2018. The business has been named to the Inc. 2017 5000 list for the second consecutive year. It was a 2017 Black Enterprise Family Business of The Year Finalist and won the Greater Houston Black Chamber’s 23rd Annual Pinnacle Award and the Greater Houston Better Business Bureau’s 2017 Pinnacle Award. The business has been featured in local to national publications. For more information visit SterilingStaffingSolutions.com.

Listen to Adrienne Lynch her share her story on building her successful company and why it is important to register your business as a minority or woman owned business. Adrienne Nicole Productions is a full-service video production company that provides engaging videography and photography content for clients looking to increase their visibility. They shoot, edit, produce, direct, create motion graphics, animation, and a lot more. 

Find out what it means to be a minority-owned business in Michigan. Learn from the successes and opportunities that will be shared from experts from Duckett Brothers Distributing, Cravings Gourmet Popcorn, SBDC Lansing - Small Business Development Center at LCC, DRM Genesis Home Health Care, Flavored Threads, Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and The Greater Lansing Hispanic Chamber of Commerce!

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