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Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 11. Navigating the Fear of Hosting Alone***SEASON 3 FINALE***
Introducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
On this final episode of Season 3, Courtlyn reflects on the solo journey of hosting this past season.
She shares the fears, uncertainties, and triumphs of steering the ship alone after bidding farewell to her co-host.
Tune in for a solo symphony of courage and growth.
***SEASON 4 WILL PREMI...
2024-05-1709 min
Fearless Narratives59. Finding Peace in Pixels: The Art of Connection-Led Design ft. Devonnae Williams of Brand Peace Co.Get ready for an electrifying episode as Fearless Narratives' dynamic host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, dives deep into the world of holistic digital solutions with none other than the brilliant Devonnae Williams, the visionary mind behind Brand Peace Co.! 🚀💻
Devonnae, a seasoned brand and website designer, is on a mission to empower professionals with digital solutions that transcend aesthetics. Join us as she reveals how Brand Peace Co. isn't just about creating visually stunning designs but also fostering a sense of peace in the digital realm.
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2024-05-1553 min
Fearless Narratives58. The Art of Somatic Growth: Healing Your Nervous System ft. Sarah BaldwinGet ready for an episode that delves deep into the realms of healing, resilience, and purpose as Fearless Narratives' remarkable host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, engages in a soul-stirring conversation with the extraordinary Sarah Baldwin, founder of Sarah Baldwin Coaching! 🌟💫
Sarah isn't just a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and trauma-trained Life Coach – she's a beacon of hope, guiding individuals through the intricate journey of untangling their past, reconnecting with their bodies, and stepping into lives filled with purpose and resilience. 🌈
In this episode, we embark on a transf...
2024-05-1355 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 10. Launch Event & Fearing No ShowIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Courtlyn celebrates the 2-year anniversary of The Design Database with an in-person event.
Dive into the tale of manifesting dreams, navigating finances, and the exhilarating fear of hosting an event with fingers crossed for a turnout.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones
Th...
2024-05-1004 min
Fearless Narratives57. Web Design & Women's Advocacy ft. Ari Krzyzek of ChykalophiaPut on your creativity hats as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, unleashes a powerhouse episode featuring none other than the awe-inspiring Ari Krzyzek, the trailblazing CEO and Head of Strategy at Chykalophia—a woman minority-owned web agency that's rewriting the rules of digital impact!
Ari's journey isn't just a story; it's an embodiment of transformative impact. With Chykalophia, she's turning web design into a force for FemTech, DTC, and women-led brands, propelling their digital platforms into engines of business growth.
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2024-05-0843 min
Fearless Narratives56. No Proof? No Problem: A Booze-Free Lifestyle ft. Elizabeth Gascoigne of Absence of ProofGet ready for a game-changing episode as Fearless Narratives' powerhouse host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, ventures into the exciting realm of alcohol-free living with none other than the visionary Elizabeth Gascoigne, founder of Absence of Proof! 🚀🍹
In a bold move that kicked off in 2022, Elizabeth embarked on a transformative journey fueled by a profound realization about the impact of alcohol on her well-being. Embracing the "sober-curious" movement, she set out to revolutionize nightlife by creating vibrant experiences centered around booze-free celebrations.
Join us as we unc...
2024-05-0630 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 9. Genesis: Building The Design DatabaseIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Courtlyn walks you through the birth of her brainchild, The Design Database.
Episode nine is a testament to facing the fear of the unknown, taking a leap of faith, and the birth of her revolutionary platform.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones...
2024-05-0305 min
Fearless Narratives55. Creative Triumphs: From Mic to Marshmallows ft. Katherine SprungPrepare for a mouthwatering adventure as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, joins forces with the remarkable Katherine Sprung, the genius behind Squish Marshmallows! 🎙️🔥
Buckle up as we dive into the captivating life of Katherine, a powerhouse who wears many hats – from a mesmerizing commercial voice-over artist to a culinary sensation backed by a trophy case of awards. Her journey is nothing short of extraordinary, spanning across major platforms like Hallmark Channel, Refinery29, Cosmopolitan, and Food Network.
Katherine isn't just a culinary...
2024-05-0149 min
Fearless Narratives54. Choosing the Right Materials for Purpose-Driven Design ft. Dr. Gayatri Keskar, Ph. D.Get ready for a groundbreaking episode as Fearless Narratives' intrepid host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, welcomes the incredible Dr. Gayatri Keskar, Ph. D. to the fearless stage! 🎙️✨
Step into the world of innovation, sustainability, and purpose-driven change as we unravel the extraordinary journey of Dr. Gayatri Keskar, a trailblazer in material innovation and product development.
Her story is nothing short of awe-inspiring, with a passion for inspiring change, steering global brands toward sustainability, and fostering collaboration to tackle industry challenges head-on.
2024-04-2940 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 8. Stuttering Symphony: Pitching to InvestorsIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Join Courtlyn in this nerve-wracking episode where she takes the stage, stutter and all, at her first investor pitch.
It's a symphony of courage, resilience, and the triumph of facing judgment head-on.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones
The De...
2024-04-2606 min
Fearless Narratives53. Beyond the Scoreboard: Living a Bold & Brilliant Life ft. Bianca PeartGet ready for an adrenaline-pumping episode as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, dives into a powerhouse conversation with the dynamic sports journalist, educational professional, and co-founder of Bold and Brilliant Life, Bianca Peart.
Bianca's journey is nothing short of a symphony of energy, passion, and expertise that echoes through the sports and education landscapes. With a warm demeanor and an eye for detail, she infuses each endeavor with an invigorating aura that leaves an indelible mark.
As the driving force behind...
2024-04-2438 min
Fearless Narratives52. The Power of Tai Chi with "The Stressbender" ft. Shirley ChockGet ready to break free from stress with the one and only Shirley Chock, aka "The Stressbender"! 🌟
Fearless Narratives' luminary host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the powerhouse behind The Design Database, is teaming up with Shirley, the Tai Chi maestro and visionary owner of Aiping Tai Chi, for an episode that's set to transform the way you navigate stress and success.
Shirley's journey reads like a blockbuster script. Armed with an economics degree from the University of Chicago, she conquered the corporate world's summit, weaving financial expertise into her suc...
2024-04-2258 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 7. Leap of Faith: The Luxury Apartment HustleIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Courtlyn shares the audacious tale of moving into a luxury apartment without the financial safety net.
Episode seven delves into the risky yet rewarding journey of trusting the universe and making dreams a reality.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones...
2024-04-1908 min
Fearless Narratives51. The Visual Joi of Art with Every Click ft. Joi ContiHold on to your lenses! 📸 Fearless Narratives' electrifying host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, is about to embark on a visual odyssey with the exceptionally gifted Joi Conti—an extraordinary Filipino-American professional photographer, hailing from the vibrant city of Austin, Texas.
Joi's journey unfolds like a kaleidoscope of visual vibrancy, and her artistic prowess is nothing short of captivating. Specializing in editorial, elevated branding, and product photography, Joi's mission is to weave visually arresting stories that resonate on a profound emotional level.
Join us on...
2024-04-1755 min
Bold JourneyBuilding Impactful & Inclusive Platforms, Communities & WorkplacesWe’re so lucky to have some great guests with us today to discuss building impactful & inclusive platforms, communities & workplaces and so much more. The panelists are also content partners. Content partners help Voyage in so many ways from sponsoring our mission, spreading the word about the work we do and collaborating with us on content like this.Courtlyn Jones | Founder & CEO | Podcast HostIntro: CEO & Founder of The Design Database, the premier online community and job platform for female Creatives & Podcast Host of “Fearless Narratives.” I create more support and visibility for female...
2024-04-1635 min
Fearless Narratives50. Rising Strong with HerHeadquarters ft. Carina GloverHold onto your seats as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, invites you on a thrilling ride with the unstoppable Carina Glover, the genius behind HerHeadquarters.
Carina's journey is an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering spirit of entrepreneurship. Rewind to 2013, where a failed launch party had her on the bathroom floor, facing the depths of disappointment. Little did she know, that crushing moment would catapult her into the powerhouse founder, women-owned business advocate, and charismatic public speaker she is today.
2024-04-1557 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 6. Arthritis Chronicles: My 13-Year BattleIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
In a deeply personal episode, Courtlyn opens up about her journey with rheumatoid arthritis.
Join her as she confronts the challenges, stigma, and triumphs of navigating life with a chronic illness.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones...
2024-04-1205 min
Fearless Narratives49. Words of Empowerment: Stop Waiting for Perfect! ft. L'Oreal Thompson PaytonGet ready for an electrifying episode as Fearless Narratives' trailblazer, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, sits down with the dynamic L’Oreal Thompson Payton, an award-winning journalist and author of "Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power."
L’Oreal's journey is a riveting tale that unfolds the transformative power of storytelling. Her written gems, spanning personal essays, feature stories, and celebrity interviews, have graced the pages of illustrious publications like Bustle, Essence, Fortune, SELF, Shondaland, and Well + Good, to name just a few.
2024-04-1049 min
Fearless Narratives48. Creatively Redefining the Art of Cookies ft. Tiffany Lewis of Cookies With TiffanyGet ready to savor the delectable tale of success as Fearless Narratives' host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, takes a seat with none other than the extraordinary Tiffany Lewis, a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef and the creative genius behind Cookies With Tiffany.
Tiffany's journey is a mouthwatering recipe for triumph, seasoned with a culinary education that boasts stints alongside legends like Curtis Stone and Giada De Laurentiis.
But Tiffany's passion transcends the confines of a gourmet kitchen—she's transformed the magic of baking in...
2024-04-0843 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 5. Dream Job Dismantled: Quitting Without a NetIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Courtlyn reflects on her decision to walk away from her toxic "dream job" with no safety net.
Episode five unfolds the fear, uncertainty, and eventual empowerment that came with daring to dismantle her professional dreams.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @co...
2024-04-0507 min
Fearless Narratives47. Creating Equality for all Womankind ft. Danni Velasquez-MoraGet ready for an electrifying episode as Fearless Narratives' dynamic host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, takes the stage with the remarkable Danni Velasquez-Mora, a true creative force and the visionary founder of Womankind Creative! 🔥✨
With over a decade of creative prowess shaping brands like Pinterest, Vintner's Daughter, and Aquis, Danni is the Creative Director at Womankind Creative and an unapologetic advocate for rewriting narratives that seek to constrain women. 🚀
In this conversation, we'll dive into Danni's expertise in crafting brand identities and content that not only...
2024-04-0344 min
Fearless Narratives46. This Girl's Gotta Heal: Let's Heal Together ft. Carm PileggiHold onto your seats as Fearless Narratives' unstoppable host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, plunges into an inspiring conversation with the incredible Carm Pileggi, the dynamic force behind Girls Gotta Heal!
Hailing from the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada, Carm is not just a child and youth care practitioner, educator, and author—she's a beacon of resilience and a fierce advocate for mental health. Join us on a journey that began over a decade ago when Carm faced loss and grief, a path that ultimately led her to a...
2024-04-0133 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 4. Heart On My Sleeve: Confessing in QuarantineIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Courtlyn bares her soul in episode four, sharing the nerve-wracking experience of revealing her feelings during quarantine.
Join her as she navigates the delicate dance of emotions and vulnerability.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones
The Design Dat...
2024-03-2904 min
Fearless Narratives45. Meet the Traveling Artist ft. Rochelle Shahfazli of The SHAH ClosetPrepare for a mesmerizing journey as Fearless Narratives' luminary host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, embarks on an artistic odyssey with none other than the brilliant Rochelle Shahfazli!
Hailing from Sydney, Rochelle is not just an artist; she's a storyteller, a healer, and a reconnector. Her canvas is more than a visual space—it's a portal that transcends cultures, weaving together the rich tapestry of her Indonesian and Iranian diaspora experience.
In this episode, get ready to be transported into a world where ev...
2024-03-2744 min
Fearless Narratives44. From Gymnastics Gold to Business Bold ft. Lisa Carmen WangGet ready for an episode that's about to set your world on fire as Fearless Narratives' indomitable host, Courtlyn Jones, the visionary founder of The Design Database, brings you face to face with none other than the unstoppable force, Lisa Carmen Wang!
Lisa isn't just a powerhouse; she's a former 4-Time National Champion and USA Hall of Fame Gymnast who's taken a jaw-dropping leap from the world of Wall Street to become a serial entrepreneur, investor, executive coach, and global speaker. Hold on tight because this Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Fast Company Executive Board member...
2024-03-2549 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 3. Ocean's Embrace: A Non-Swimmer's DiveIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
Get ready for a splash as Courtlyn recounts her daring adventure in the ocean, where she faced the waves despite not knowing how to swim.
It's a tale of fear, bravery, and the liberating embrace of the ocean.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
2024-03-2205 min
Fearless Narratives43. The Pulse Behind Pop Culture ft. Danteé RamosHold onto your seats as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the visionary founder of The Design Database, takes us on an exhilarating journey into the thrilling world of pop culture with none other than the dynamic Danteé Ramos!
Danteé, a native New Yorker, isn't just a journalist; she's a force of nature with a multi-hyphenated career that spans the vibrant spectrum of entertainment journalism. From sitting down with industry icons to delivering the latest pop news, Danteé's passion for storytelling has carved her a path through renowned media outlets, connecting wit...
2024-03-2028 min
Fearless Narratives42. Stilettos & Startups ft. Stephanie Cartin & Courtney Spritzer of The Entreprenista LeagueGet ready for a heart-pounding episode as Fearless Narratives' powerhouse host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), the creative genius behind The Design Database, takes center stage with none other than the dynamic duo—Stephanie Cartin and Courtney Spritzer, the fierce co-founders of Socialfly and the masterminds driving The Entreprenista League!
This episode is a front-row ticket to the electrifying journey of Courtney and Stephanie, two forces reshaping the social media marketing and influencer landscape. With Socialfly, their groundbreaking agency, they've empowered countless businesses. But their impact doesn't stop there; they recognized a need for a co...
2024-03-1837 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 2. Fostering Courage: Taming My Fear of DogsIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
In episode two, Courtlyn dives into her heartwarming journey of fostering a furry friend, overcoming her fear of dogs.
Join her as she narrates the tale of fostering courage, furry companionship, and the triumph of facing fears head-on.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect...
2024-03-1505 min
Fearless Narratives41. Behind The Lens With A Color Enthusiast ft. Audrey TappanGet ready for an explosion of creativity and color as Fearless Narratives' trailblazing host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, unveils an electrifying episode with the one and only self-proclaimed "color-holic weirdo," Audrey Tappan!
In this thrilling installment, we're diving headfirst into the visually captivating world of Audrey—a branding photographer extraordinaire based in the pulsating heart of NYC.
Audrey's artistry isn't just about snapping pictures; it's a groundbreaking journey that transforms brands into living, breathing works of art. Imagine infusing colors, emotions, and stories into marketing campaigns, taking visuals to stratospheric heights, and helping brands become un...
2024-03-1344 min
Fearless Narratives40. Chill Tips for Business & Wellness ft. Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton of ChillhouseGet ready to embark on a riveting journey as Fearless Narratives' powerhouse host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, takes the stage with none other than the visionary Founder and CEO of Chillhouse, Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton!
In this pulse-pounding episode, we're delving into the dynamic universe of Cyndi—a trailblazer who ten years ago, faced with a career crossroads, chose the uncharted path of entrepreneurship. Buckle up as we navigate her fearless trajectory through the early days of influencer marketing, co-founding an influential agency, and becoming a partner in ventures like The Ga...
2024-03-1149 min
Fearless Narratives#FEARLESSFRIDAYS 1. Unveiling My Silent BattleIntroducing the new weekly segment, #FEARLESSFRIDAYS, where every Friday, host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) of The Design Database, shares a vulnerable story about her own "feel the fear and do it anyway" moment in a special 5-10 minute episode.
On this premiere episode, Courtlyn takes the mic in this raw and honest episode, bravely sharing her journey with a stutter and the gripping fear she faced every time she stepped up to speak.
Tune in for a poignant exploration of conquering fear, one stutter at a time.
To learn more about Courtlyn, you can connect here:
Instagram: @courtlyn.jones
The...
2024-03-0806 min
Fearless Narratives39. From Adversity to Artful Transformations ft. Kristina LibbyGet ready for an exhilarating dive into the world of creativity on Fearless Narratives! Our host, the unstoppable Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database, sits down with none other than the sensational artist, Kristina Libby, in this eye-opening episode.
Join us on this thrilling journey as Kristina shares her awe-inspiring story—a tale of resilience, self-discovery, and the incredible power of art. From a traumatic brain injury to becoming a force of positive change through her installations and fine art, Kristina's journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
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2024-03-0647 min
Fearless Narratives38. Creating Success On Her Own Terms ft. Lauren MaillianGet ready to ignite your inspiration!
Fearless Narratives' host and founder & CEO of The Design Database, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), has unleashed a new episode with the unstoppable force, Lauren Maillian!
Brace yourself for a high-octane conversation as Lauren, with over 15 years of business mastery, spills the secrets to scaling startups, rejuvenating iconic brands, and rewriting the rulebook on VC investing.
Hang tight as Lauren, the President of Digital Innovation at Hero Media, takes us on a rollercoaster of success—from a 5X revenue surge at digitalundivided to groundbreak...
2024-03-0441 min
Startups in StilettosFounders Reflect on Major Milestones in 2023Hey Entreprenistas! It's Stephanie here. Happy New Year! As we step into 2024, let's take a moment to reflect on and celebrate the outstanding achievements of some of the Entreprenista League members who visited us in 2023. This week on Startups in Stilettos, we hear from Courtlyn Jones, graphic designer, visual artist, and founder and CEO of The Design Database, about how she turned her vision into a reality by building her own website from start to finish. Right after, you'll hear from Karen Skinner, coach facilitator, co-founder, and CEO of Gimbal-Lean Practice Management Advisors, about the legal operations conference she...
2024-01-0215 min
Fearless Narratives37. Let's Talk About THC ft. Nike John & Sheritta Coleburn of The Heritage ClubFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" sit down with Nike John, Founder & CEO of The Heritage Club and Sheritta Coleburn, Business Development Manager at The Heritage Club.
The Heritage Club is the first Black woman-owned Boston cannabis dispensary. Their mission is to offer millions of people a life of relief, relaxation, creativity, and fun for facilitating simple access to high-quality cannabis products, such as concentrates and edibles, for every generation of adult consumers.
Connect with The H...
2023-12-2731 min
Fearless Narratives36. Meet Your Creator BFF ft. Tiara Willis, The Influencer's InfluencerFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" chat with esthetician, makeup and beauty influencer, and digital creator, Tiara Willis, who started her career at only age 14.
Tiara is a world-renowned influencer who is now a 21-year old Gen Z culture expert, leading a community of nearly half a million devoted supporters and followers.
She is also the founder of Your Creator BFF and has launched her own masterclass to give creators, with all size platforms, the t...
2023-12-2031 min
Fearless Narratives35. The Secret to Being Genetically Resilient ft. Vick BreedyFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" speak with author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Vick Breedy.
Vick created Genetically Resilient Apparel to honor those that have experienced adversity and bounced back from it. It is for anyone that is in the middle of their storm and needs encouragement to fight their way through it.
The apparel is for the individual that had every reason to give up, but didn’t. It is for the person that overcame adversity and remixed it with resilience. Genetical...
2023-12-1447 min
Fearless Narratives34. The Ethereal Beauty of Fashion Photography ft. Madison PaloskiFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) chats with fashion photographer, Madison Paloski, who is known to create work that is both "emotional and ethereal."
Madison has had an affinity towards fashion and conceptual work since a young age. She studied fashion media and graphic design at Lasell University and the London College of Fashion. She is known for capturing the true essence of an individual through color, mood, and clothes. She is currently working in Boston, New York, and available for travel.Her clients include: Vogue Italia PhotoVogue, Vulkan Magazine, Fe...
2023-12-0638 min
Fearless Narratives33. Embracing & Creating Your Divine Lifestyle ft. Tara MagalskiFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" sit down with Tara Magalski, founder of Divine Lifestyles.
Divine Lifestyles, is a global wellness collective and community of seekers that curates purposeful, transformative experiences and exclusive programming that speaks directly to spirit, mind, and body.
Through personalized workshops with everyone from recovering addicts to busy professionals, Divine Lifestyles creates sacred spaces for unapologetic, judgment-free truth-telling. Tara’s motivational video series on YouTube and hard-hitting podcast that delivers REAL talk with zero fluff cuts through the BS to meet you directly wh...
2023-11-2928 min
Fearless Narratives32. Fashion Design's Emotional Impact on Our Lives ft. Sakeenah AshiruFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) speaks with Nigerian fashion design extraordinaire, Sakeenah Ashiru.
Sakeenah's obsession with quality and hand-craftsmanship is what drives her as a fashion designer. She is inspired by her constant interactions with cultures in America and other cultures while traveling.
Sakeenah uses traditional textiles and hand-made techniques from all over the world and infuses it with the silhouette of the western culture. She offers timeless and fashion-forward one of a kind pieces. Her diverse line is represented by different cultures, which have developed from ideas to realities th...
2023-11-2251 min
Fearless Narratives31. Where Do We Belong? (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) ft. Bianca SullivanFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" have a very thought-provoking conversations with about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging with DraftsKing's own, Bianca Sullivan.
Bianca is the Inclusion, Equity and Belonging Project Manager at DraftsKing Inc. She is committed to creating a culture of belonging and parity across our global offices. She's co-developed the framework and objectives of our IEB strategy, goals, and priorities and led and enabled programs and initiatives for Engineering, Learning & Development, Talent, and Acquisition to champion teams in building inclusive cultures and leveraging...
2023-11-1546 min
Fearless Narratives30. Mindful, Meditative Art with In Creative Co. ft. Gianna BalascoFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) sits down with Creative, Gianna Balasco.
Gianna is a creative director and brand designer with 8 years of experience. She's the owner of brand design studio, In Creative Co., where she creates thoughtful visual identities to help business owners tell their stories visually.
To learn more about Gianna, visit In Creative Co.: https://www.incc.design/
IG: @increativeco
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2023-11-0847 min
Fearless Narratives29. Choosing What's Best for You (& Your Dog Bestie) ft. Andrea HuspeniFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" speak with Andrea Huspeni, founder and CEO of This Dog's Life.
On this episode, we discuss the importance of community for us as founders, AND how to be a better pet-owner.
This Dog’s Life's mission is to have the highest standards in the pet industry, as they believe dog parents deserve better products, better education, and a better experience.
Their vetted marketplace features only the best – think: all responsibly made, high quality, and aesthetically pleasing dog essentials that...
2023-11-0145 min
Fearless Narratives28. Exploring The Creative Mind of a Graphic Designer ft. DeAnne Simon-CampbellFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" have a delightful chat with graphic designer, DeAnne Simon-Campbell, founder of Dee Designs Inc., a branding and graphic design studio. She founded it while trying to find something with purpose.
Dee Designs Inc. was started at the beginning of 2021. Since then, DeAnne has assisted brands with creating strong brand identities that has resulted in an increase of customers for her clients. With that, she has helped to increase sales, engagement and overall kept her clients exceptionally ha...
2023-10-2546 min
Fearless Narratives27. A Golden Hour with an Angel Investor ft. Kelley ArenaFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" have a very insightful conversation with angel investor and founder of Golden Hour Ventures, Kelley Arena.
Kelley's mission is to increase access to funding for female founders because she believes that will organically change the future of work and the world as we know it.
Join us for a conversation about WHY women need more funding and how we can make that happen.
To learn more about Kelley, connect with her on Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2023-10-1843 min
Fearless Narratives26. Celebrating Black Excellence Through Illustration ft. Justine Mangum KirkmanFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database sits down to speak with Justine Mangum Kirkman, the creator & founder of Winnie Weston.
Justine is an illustrator and creative enthusiast located in the Alexandria, VA area. Her passion for art started when she was a little girl and was further solidified when she was an arts student at a performing arts high school. Creating something special through simple lines and bold colors excited her and opened up her world.
Her clients include: Adobe, Complex Networks, Ulta Beauty, Henry Masks, LiveTinted, Popsugar, Su...
2023-10-1158 min
Fearless Narratives25. Why We All Want to Live That Nisus Life ft. Massiel EversleyFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" have a delightful conversation with Massiel Eversley, Founder and CEO of Nisus Life, a startup dedicated to improving nutrition outcomes for women and their infants throughout the reproductive journey.
Massiel is a Dietary Supplement Entrepreneur and a Board-Certified Nurse Executive with over a decade of leadership experience working in a variety of healthcare settings. She is a Boston-raised Latina on a mission to improve the quality of life of leaders and mothers.
Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www...
2023-10-0446 min
Fearless Narratives24. It's Time for a Heart to Heart: Protect Yours ft. Tess KossowFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" sit down with Tess Kossow, advocate and certified fertility health coach, author, and podcast host of “Titling Tess.”
Tess' journey started when she left her job at CBS Chicago to start her own business, while simultaneously taking care of a brand new baby and writing a children’s book. “I’m Very Ferris” came out in 2020, and is the first in a series of books that focuses on In Vetro Fertilization (IVF) through the eyes of a child.
Shortly thereafter...
2023-09-2748 min
Fearless Narratives23. A Vision for Change in Women's Health with MyUTI ft. Lindsey Williams & Megan HenkenFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" have an incredible conversation with the co-founders of MyUTI.
MyUTi is the first-ever platform dedicated to helping women with frequent and stubborn UTIs by providing reliable testing solutions and support.
Founded by healthcare industry veterans, Lindsey Williams and Megan Henken, MyUTI provides clinically actionable results from a CLIA-certified lab for individuals experiencing frequent UTIs.
Lindsey is a strategy and product commercialisation expert with extensive urology ex...
2023-09-2047 min
Fearless Narratives22. A Shimmery Twist to Mixed Media Art ft. Christina VandianFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" chat with Armenian-American mixed media artist, Christina Vandian (@christina.vandian).
Christina began her studies in art by attending the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and and received awards for her work in Mixed Media and Sculpture. She briefly attended the Parsons School of Design for Fine Arts until she dropped out to change her career path.
Her fascination with human behavior, thought, and emotion is what leads her to create work. Although all of her w...
2023-09-1345 min
Fearless Narratives21. Reinventing The Shopping Experience ft. Kristine LockerFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" speak with LA-native, Kristine Locker, CEO & Founder of Locker, a social shopping platform that comes to life as a Chrome extension, and now also a mobile app, that is revolutionizing the way the everyday consumer shops online.
Locker allows online shoppers to save and recommend their favorites from any website when browsing online and come to the platform to get inspired by what other shoppers are saving.
2023-09-0640 min
Fearless Narratives20. It's Time to Speak UP & NetWORK! ft. Jevonya AllenOn the Season 2 premiere, Fearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (https://www.thedesigndatabase.net) and Kia Minor (@kminor15), the "Financial Fitness Coach" chat with the incredible woman, Jevonya Allen (@jevonyajenkinsallen), who brought them together! Such a great origin story!
Jevonya Allen is the Creator and Chief Visionary Officer of Twisted Networking, an internationally recognized business networking organization. Known for her success as an author, a certified business consultant, and a networking coach, Jevonya’s mission is to teach people who are selling a product or service how to bec...
2023-08-3044 minStartups in StilettosHow to Build Your Dream Business with Courtlyn JonesCourtlyn is a perfect testament to what you can achieve with pure passion for what you do and an unrelenting commitment to seeing your vision all the way through. For as long as she can remember, the fine arts have always been a fundamental part of her identity and expression but when she enrolled in college, she made a practical decision to study digital design. After 9 years as a graphic designer in the corporate space, she received a thyroid cancer diagnosis that changed the trajectory of her life. Courtlyn realized life was too short not to chase her own...
2023-08-1527 min
Fearless Narratives19. The Changemaker for Female Artists ft. Courtlyn Jones of The Design DatabaseOn the season finale, Fearless Narratives' host Kia Minor (@kminor15) interviews co-host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones), founder of The Design Database (www.thedesigndatabase.net) and talks about her personal story and how her entrepreneurial journey came to fruition.
Courtlyn Jones, a NYC-based graphic designer and visual artist, founded The Design Database, the LEADING, women-owned online community and job platform for female and non-binary Creatives. As a Creative herself, she understands the struggles of feeling stuck in corporate and abruptly quit her 9 – 5 job to not only build her dream career, but to help other artists do the same.
Her platform br...
2023-06-2848 min
Fearless Narratives18. Have Faith & (Digitally) Create ft. Asa DuggerFearless Narratives’ hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) have a beautiful and deep conversation with LA-based digital creator and beauty influencer, Asa Dugger (@iamasadugger).Asa is a multi-hyphenated Creative based in Los Angeles but originally a bagel-loving Jersey girl. Reaching an audience of over 19,000 across socials, she intersects content and conversation around influencer strategy, faith, beauty, wellness, and becoming while in her 20somethings.
Asa has worked with brands like Neutrogena, L’Oreal, BET, Create and Cultivate, and more.
Follow Asa on social media at:
IG: @iamasa...
2023-06-2140 min
Fearless Narratives17. Using Music & Meditation To Find Inner Peace ft. Emilia GarthFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) has an insightful conversation with Hawaiian singer-songwriter, Emilia Garth (@emilia_garth) about her love of music and how she uses it to heal the world.
Through her crystalline voice, Emilia Garth creates healing journeys weaving music and meditation.
She is an international performing and recording artist of Native Hawaiian descent and has songs available on all streaming platforms in Spanish, Gurmukhi, Portuguese, English, Hawaiian and Yoruba. Her music and messages unite cultures taking you on a journey across space and time.
Emilia is also the founder of Kan...
2023-06-1433 min
Fearless Narratives16. Finding Nostalgia Through Oil Painting ft. Lily-Rose BurgessFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) chat with Lily-Rose Burgess (@lilyroseburgess), a 22-year old Australian oil painter whose main objective is to recreate the feelings she felt throughout her childhood because she is excited and inspired when creating nostalgia.
"I find the challenge of creating the energy of a memory exhilarating. I love to look at my work and feel nostalgia - I have always been very connected to that feeling. I find the best way to achieve this is with items that trigger memories for me."
She is currently painting full-time from her at-home...
2023-06-0741 min
Fearless Narratives15. Capturing Living Beauty in Black & White ft. Bexx FrancoisFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) sits down with LA-based photographer, Rebecca (Bexx) Francois (bexxfrancois).
Bexx's experience growing up in NYC informs the tones in her portraits. "My work is intimate and personal, with suggestive undertones. Most of my inspiration derives from film & television." Bexx's background in production management evolved into a successful freelance videographer and photography career. In 2020 & 2021, she served as Madame Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign documentarian.
When she's not on set, Bexx is re-watching her favorite episodes of 'Mad Men' while flipping through Helmut Newton's SUMO. Her first photo exhibit "The War Within" currently hangs in the l...
2023-05-3144 min
Fearless Narratives14. The Abstract Artist ft. Sarah Kelley of SVRVH DesignsFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) hang out with Brooklyn-based digital illustrator, Sarah Kelley (@svrvhk_), the sole proprietor of SVRVH (@svrvhdesigns) to discuss her inspiration and love of abstract art, her biggest accomplishments, and the importance of collaboration with other artists, especially women artists.
Her pursuit is to explore the intersection between digital design and augmented reality. Sarah’s art is a balance of rationality and the power of the unconscious. She finds importance in creating visual narrative for the transgressed and unconventional. Her areas of application include digital illustration, basic website design, and animation.
In...
2023-05-2448 min
Fearless Narratives13. Turning Pain Into Power & Creativity ft. Naiomi SkeltonFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) has a beautiful conversation with Naiomi Skelton (@naiomiskelton) a faith-based artist, sought after keynote speaker, and CEO/Founder of Pray and Publish Books & Media Group in Las Vegas, NV. She is also the host of the "Highly Recommended" with Naiomi Skelton Talk Show.
After suffering years of extreme domestic violence and abuse, including being introduced to crack cocaine in 2012 by her abuser, Skelton developed a traumatic brain injury from numerous untreated concussions. These concussions caused a brain disorder called Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, which resulted in seizures, debilitating migraines, and a...
2023-05-1744 min
Fearless Narratives12. Welcoming "The Work to Wellness Initiative" ft. Zonda BarnesFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) speak with Zonda Barnes (@zondabarnes), founder of The Work to Wellness Initiative and Just Clean Skin Care, about employee burnout and how she and her team are providing wellness strategies to workplaces in the Louisiana market.
As a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, she is dedicated to serving her community with compassion and professionalism. With over 19 years of experience and training, she seeks to build community and bring forth healing through wellness and mindfulness strategies.
"Wellness isn't always pretty but, it's a beautiful practice that saves lives."
Connect with her...
2023-05-1028 min
Fearless Narratives11. Intuitive & Holistic Design ft. Akista Horton of Ki in This Moment DesignsFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) has a delightful chat with Akista (Ki) Horton (@kiinthismomentdesigns), graphic designer and founder of design studio, Ki in This Moment Designs, focusing on intuitive and holistic designs.
Ki guides Black women in wellness to clarity & confidence with branding designs. As an overall creative & educator, she works to ensure our community-empowering branding projects pour into positive initiatives that give care to underserved children's wellbeing.
You can visit her website here: www.kiinthismoment.com and Instagram @kiitmdesigns.
* Plus more personal wellness content on YouTube / Substack @kiinthismoment:
https://www.youtube.com/@kiinthismoment
https://www.kiinthismoment.substack...
2023-05-0335 min
Fearless Narratives10. The Creativity of NFTs ft. Mascha Moore of MS JUNEFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) sit down with NFT artist and founder of MS JUNE, Mascha Moore, a creative and tech entrepreneur changing the game for women entrepreneurs to raise funding.
Mascha Moore is a multifaceted creative director currently based in Los Angeles with over sixteen years of experience in the creative field and for the past seven in software. She's a certified digital marketer specializing in developing and executing authentic visual stories that bring brands to life across different organic and paid channels. She is hands-on at e...
2023-04-2642 min
Fearless Narratives9. Branding Strategies ft. Sia Tania of The Design BoutiqueFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) chats with Sia Tania (@designboutiquenl), a Netherlands-based brand designer and coach, and founder of The Design Boutique, who leads her business with purpose. She combines her design and marketing skills to help small business owners grow meaningful brands that convert.
Tania helps her clients go from not knowing where to start with their business and having a lot of doubts on what they should and shouldn't do to feeling ready and prepared for this new adventure & having a rock-solid brand strategy that attracts their dream clients organically.
Throughout her coaching program, the Brand...
2023-04-1931 min
Fearless Narratives8. The "Queen of Finance" ft. Naima McQueenFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) dive in to an extensive financial conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and raising capital for women entrepreneurs and POC founders with financial expert, Naima McQueen (@naimcqu).
If you're a founder looking to learn more about how to raise capital for your business, you don't want to miss this episode!
Naima McQueen (She/Her) is a weaver of stories and experiences, convener, and strategist. She is a lover of people and systems AND people as systems and is driven by the passion, ideas and joy of others and the pr...
2023-04-1249 min
Fearless Narratives7. The Beauty of Architectural Design ft. Madelynn Ringo of Ringo StudioFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) chats with Madelynn Ringo (@madelynnringo), an architectural designer and founder of Brooklyn-based Ringo Studio, whose portfolio of projects include immersive retail experiences for brands such as Our Place, Bala, Glossier, Studs, and the reimagined healthcare clinics for New York's first Aging wellness destination, Modern Age.
Madelynn is an award-winning architectural designer and creative thinker with 8 years of design experience and leadership on projects for iconic retail stores, national museums, and high-profile events & interiors. Through a highly collaborative work ethic and a detail-oriented design approach, Madelynn specializes in creating architectural experiences...
2023-04-0556 min
Fearless Narratives6. Breaking Free From Stagnancy ft. Crystal SimmonsFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) speak with Crystal Simmons (@crystalclearpurposes), founder of Crystal Clear Purposes where she offers professional coaching, corporate facilitation and hosts the “UnStuck Yourself with Crystal Simmons” podcast. In these spaces she guides you through feeling stuck, frustrated, unheard by increasing your awareness of what is and isn’t working to uncover your innate abilities to create purposeful and lasting action.
In her one-on-one work, she coaches individual contributors and business leaders to discover their authentic voice and speak up to effect change in their worlds. She guides client...
2023-03-2950 min
Fearless Narratives5. Extraordinary Embroidery ft. Catalina EscallónFearless Narratives' host Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) sits down with Catalina Escallon (@catalinaescallon), a Colombian graphic designer based in New York City. She is a visual communicator with a love affair with textiles. Comes from a multidisciplinary background that includes graphic design, product development, and business management. As a creative storyteller, Catalina helps organizations bring their stories to life and help them properly communicate with their audience.
Catalina is co-founder of Noodo (@noodo_studio), an idea incubator studio. Alongside her partner, Daniela Guarin, they developed design-thinking workshops that help entrepreneurs think creatively about their brand. They cultivate, accelerate, and bring i...
2023-03-2241 min
Fearless Narratives4. Being Inexplicably Her ft. Chelsea Austin, The Girl With Five NamesFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) chat with writer, speaker, podcaster and self-worth advocate, Chelsea Austin.
After a successful but ultimately unfulfilling career in real estate, Chelsea pivoted to redirect her life’s journey. Inspired by her own path, she has taken her story of being raised by two gay men and used it as a platform to spread love and acceptance worldwide.
Chelsea believes in spreading positivity and bringing love and joy to as many individuals as possible while encouraging her audiences to do the same. Chelsea has also advocated for the LGBTQ+ community sin...
2023-03-1545 min
Fearless Narratives3. The Commercial Model Guide ft. Ashia AmavéFearless Narratives' hosts Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor (@kminor15) interview Ashia Amavè (@ashiaamave). Ashia Amavè is a Brooklyn native and Creative who works as a commercial model and digital designer. She is the founder of “The Commercial Model Guide,” which teaches artists how to create supplemental income from commercial modeling. Her modeling resume includes brands like Apple, Google, Target, Covergirl, eBay and Etsy just to name a few. Her purpose is to live a life of authenticity specifically using honesty and transparency about her experiences as an artist and millennial, with the goal of inspiring others to play big in...
2023-03-0852 min
Flight ClubCourtlyn Jones, founder of The Design DatabaseCourtlyn Jones, a NYC-based graphic designer and visual artist, founded The Design Database, the women-owned, leading membership-based marketplace and community for female and non-binary freelance Creatives working in visual arts. Her platform bridges the gap in gender parity by providing a safe space for female artists to meet higher-quality clients, connect with fellow Creatives to build a community and gain mentorship, and SELL their physical artwork to new customers. Think Fiverr meets Etsy! Website: www.thedesigndatabase.net Social media handles: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedesigndatabase Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-design-database
2023-03-0223 min
Fearless Narratives2. Finding Peace with The Coastal Yogi ft. Sarah WhiteFearless Narratives' host, Courtlyn Jones (@courtlyn.jones) chats with Sarah White, "The Coastal Yogi" (@thecoastalyogi), a Boston-based yoga & fitness instructor who teaches at B/SPOKE Studios. She is the founder of The Coastal Method, a hub for virtual fitness offerings, & she is an RYT 500 with additional certifications in Yin Yoga, Primordial Sound Meditation, Yoga Sculpt & Group Fitness. Sarah's mission is to inspire yogis coast to coast through both her in-person & virtual classes. Check out her classes on The Coastal Method's official platform here and follow her personal account on IG here or The Coastal Method's IG here.
2023-03-0133 min
Fearless Narratives1. You Jump, I Jump ft. Kia Minor, The Financial Fitness CoachFearless Narratives' pilot episode introduces Courtlyn Jones, founder of The Design Database (www.thedesigndatabase.net) (@thedesigndatabase), the premier online community platform for female and non-binary Creatives (@courtlyn.jones) and Kia Minor, the "Financial Fitness Coach," empowering female professionals to be the drivers of their financial world (@kminor15). These two women have joined together to create the "Fearless Narratives" podcast, giving a voice to new talent, and spotlighting female entrepreneurs and artists who are changing the world today. For this premiere, Courtlyn interviews co-host Kia Minor.
Kia's goal is to serve and educate the communities that she is passionate about — tho...
2023-02-2249 min
2023-02-1900 min
Unlimited HERizonsHelping Creatives Find Their Voice#36: Don't be afraid to use your voice and reach out to someone. There are a lot of women out there that *want* to help each other. Guest, Courtlyn Jones, talks with Unlimited HERizons host and International Association of Women President, Megan Bozzuto, about her journey as a business owner and building a strong community. Courtlyn talks about how women and non-binary people have not been taught their worth in the past, which is something she wants to help change. She says it's important to know your worth and charge for your services accordingly. Most recently, Courtlyn started her own...
2023-01-3023 min
Not Rich Yet PodcastEpisode 7: Building an online marketplace and seeking investment funding, with Courtlyn JonesCourtlyn Jones is the Founder and CEO of The Design Database, an online marketplace for creatives that she describes as being a cross between Fiverr and Etsy. Courtlyn took a lot of big swings to launch her business, including spending over $20,000 of her own money out-of-pocket to get things off the ground. In this episode, she talks us through some crucial aspects of her business, including receiving initial feedback, launching a beta site, dealing with difficult tech situations, and navigating finding investments for her vision. Are you an aspiring female founder (or a current o...
2023-01-1351 min
Her Hypesquad with Bosstrack11. Building Connection and Community with Courtlyn JonesHello and welcome back to another episode of Her HypeSquad with Bosstrack!
In this episode I talk with Courtlyn Jones, a graphic designer, visual artist and founder of The Design Database.
Courtlyn and I talk for a little bit about challenges she faced in the workplace as a creative and then move on to how she’s building connection and community with her startup. She offers tips on networking and provides some great advice for finding happiness in your life.
About Courtlyn:
Courtlyn Jones is a NYC-based graphic designer and visual art...
2022-11-0245 min
UnStuck Yourself with Crystal SimmonsEP 42 - "I'd Like to Thank Myself" with Courtlyn JonesDo you consider yourself as a creative or an artist? If drawing, painting, sketching and such brought you immense amount of joy as a kid then this episode will bring up those same feelings. Courtlyn shares her memories of drawing on the walls as a kid to now, pitching to investors her passion to create a safe and connecting community of other freelance creatives, called The Design Database. The Design Database is a marketplace for female and non-binary artists that's bridging the gap in gender parity by meeting higher-quality clients!
Find more exciting information on Courtlyn Jones check out:
• IG bu...
2022-09-0745 min
Worthiness WarriorsEpisode 13: How to Go From an Idea to Reality with Courtlyn JonesChelsea talks to graphic designer and founder of The Design Database, Courtlyn Jones about how to put yourself first, leaving a toxic work environment and taking the leap of faith to work for yourself! You can connect with Courtlyn via her website thedesigndatabase.net, on Facebook or Instagram @thedesigndatabase, on Twitter @thedsgndatabase and via LinkedIn. And don’t forget! If you pre-order Chelsea’s Book Inexplicably Me and either email her your receipt (chelsea@chelseaaustin.com) or post your receipt and tag her on social media (@chelseaaustinmdw on Instagram @thegirlwithfivenames on Facebook) to receive a personalized thank you, a book...
2022-01-2641 min
Truly TwinningQ&A with Courtlyn Jones, Founder of The Design DatabaseThe Design Database is an online platform and community designed to be a support system for Creatives, helping them find jobs. Hear from Courtlyn who founded the company, after abruptly leaving the corporate world.This is our last episode of 2021. Check back for new episodes and guests in 2022!
2021-12-1420 min
Small Biz HighlightSmall Biz Highlight Ep. 97: Courtlyn Jones, The Design DatabaseI am so excited to introduce you to Courtlyn Jones, owner of The Design Database.The Design Database is an online platform, and community designed to be a support system for Creatives (designers, artists, writers, photographers, architects, etc.) by connecting them with clients who are looking to hire now. It connects Creatives with other Creatives through the community forum, allowing for partnerships and collaborations, inspiration, making new friends, gaining mentorship and support from one another, and also allows Creatives to host and sell their work directly from their own accounts. The biggest difference, from their competitors, is...
2021-11-1326 min
The Struggle of a Graphic DesignerE 37: Creating Design Database: With Graphic Designer Courtlyn JonesHappy Friday everyone meet Courtlyn Jones who is the founder and CEO of the design database which is a new platform launching July 26, 2021. This new platform will be a space for creatives to connect with each other and for other creatives to find amazing clients. In this episode, we discussed the struggle of dealing with bad clients and finding jobs.
You can contact Coutlyn Jones on Linkedin or on Instagram below:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtlynjones/
https://www.instagram.com/thedesigndatabase/
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2021-07-0946 min
Below the LineAgency Fee Doctrine with Professor Courtlyn Roser-JonesIn this episode of Below the Line, Professor Courtlyn Roser-Jones joins us to discuss her article in Volume 112 Issue 4, "Reconciling Agency Fee Doctrine, the First Amendment, and the Modern Public Sector Union," and the Janus v. AFCSME oral argument.
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