Ernest Kelly III went from struggling to find Black-owned businesses in Seattle to founding the Seattle Black Business Network - one of the most influential community organizations in the Pacific Northwest. In this powerful conversation, Ernest shares the exact blueprint he used to build a thriving business community from scratch.
🔥 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✅ How to build a business network with zero connections
✅ The Malcolm X principle that changed his entire approach
✅ Why 15% of Seattle's population owns less than 5% of businesses
✅ Step-by-step community building strategies that actually work
✅ How to turn personal frustration into profitable opportunities
✅ The "performance mindset" that drives daily success
✅ Why being introverted is actually a business superpower
✅ How to get mentors before spending money on your business
🎯 PERFECT FOR:
Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build networks
Business owners wanting to grow their community
Anyone moving to a new city and building connections
Community leaders and organizers
Black entrepreneurs seeking inspiration and strategy
Small business owners in competitive markets
