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Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 509 Elevating Event Experience With Melanie Richards ~ RewindEnhancing Event Experiences for Inclusive Leaders by Measuring Engagement, Impact, and Opportunities | Inspiring Dynamic Teams to Build Trust through Meaningful Conversations. Info: linkedin.com/in/melanierichards/ Let's Connect and Engage: Leave a Google Review Today on what you enjoyed about Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast. Connect on YouTube and Sign up for our newsletter and get updates (scroll to the bottom of the website page to join) 2025-03-2641 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 503 Media & Communication Founder, CEO, & Podcast Host, Dr. Frances RichardsSolo episode with Dr. Frances Richards, CEO, & Founder of Arlean Richards Media Company. Host & Founder of Black Entrepreneur Experience. Website: www.dfrancesrichards.com Let's Connect and Engage: Leave a Google Review Today http://bit.ly/2LeR4WX on what you enjoy about Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast . Connect on Facebook http://bit.ly/2jn5TaO and Sign up for our newsletter and get updates https://bit.ly/34LALts.2025-02-2611 min
iDigress with Troy Sandidge118. My Journey As A Black Entrepreneur: Failures, Success Stories, & Lessons Learned With Dr. Frances RichardsIn this intimate and revealing episode, Dr. Frances Richards sits down with me for a deep, one-on-one conversation where I open up like never before. I get honest, vulnerable, and real about my journey as a BIPOC entrepreneur, sharing the challenges, struggles, and triumphs I’ve faced along the way. I reflect on the unique obstacles and victories that have shaped my path as a black man navigating the entrepreneurial landscape. This episode is one of the most candid and authentic moments I’ve shared, offering insights not just into my professional life but into the pe...2024-08-1936 min
Write, Damn It! with Zoe RichardsEpisode 106 In Conversation with Frances QuinnFrances Quinn is the author of historical novels The Smallest Man, That Bonesetter Woman and The Lost Passenger (to be published Feb 2025). Previously a journalist, she’d dreamed of writing books since she was seven years old and finally saw the dream come true when her first novel was published at the age of 57. She lives in Hove with her husband and three Tonkinese cats. You can find Frances on social media as:Twitter @franquinnInsta @franquinn21Facebook Author Frances QuinnSupport the showJoin me on Substack - here - fo...2024-05-1459 min
Let's Talk with Leaha & RhondaPreserving Legacies: Frances Richards on the Power of Family Audio LegaciesLeaha Crawford and Rhonda Nolen are joined by Frances Richards, founder of Arlene Richards Media Company. Frances passionately shares her journey into creating family audio legacies, emphasizing the importance of preserving stories, memories, and personal histories for generations to come. The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of the process, the healing power of storytelling, and the significance of capturing one's legacy before memory loss. Frances sheds light on her unique approach, encouraging individuals to share their stories in their own voices, creating an authentic and timeless record of their lives. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the...2024-03-0228 min
Black Entrepreneur Experience Live PodcastLocsDetox Treatment FounderEbony Richards, Founders of LocsDetox Treatment
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Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 273 Award-Winning Family Business Strategist, Speaker, Author Nike AnaniNike Anani is taking away the dysfunction in family businesses by connecting generations. Bridging the generational gap exclusively for future-focused families. Website: https://nikeanani.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-11-2537 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 267 Corporate Commercial Transactions and Legacy Planning, Attorney Pamela MackAttorney Pamela Denise Mack is the founding and managing member of the firm The Mack Law Group. She founded the firm in 2019, and concentrates her practice in the areas of corporate/commercial transactions and legacy planning, by providing counseling and advice to businesses, business owners, and their families. Ms. Mack brings over two decades of prior in-house corporate experience to her practice. Prior to forming the Mack Law Group, Ms. Mack served as in-house corporate and real estate counsel. As corporate counsel to a Fortune 100 Corporation, she oversaw leasehold matters for its over $600 million in real estate assets. She then wen...2021-11-2447 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 297 Bestselling Author, Podcaster, International Speaker & Serial Entrepreneur, Dave RuelDave Ruel is a former competitive physique athlete turned serial entrepreneur, best-selling author and international speaker. After founding and growing multi-million dollar online companies in the field of health, fitness and sports nutrition for nearly a decade, Dave saw the dark side of entrepreneurship gradually rob him of his freedom, leaving him burned out and unfulfilled. Refusing to conform to a broken business culture that promotes workaholism and non-stop hustle, Dave created a sustainable structure and systems for his life and business to reclaim his freedom without sacrificing the growth of his companies. Fueled by his passion for entrepreneurship and...2021-11-1739 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 293 From Teen Mom To Owner of Melanated Curls, Dupreea Williams,Dupreea Williams from Houston Tx, Mother of 3 children and an amazing successful full time entrepreneur. Owner of Melanated Curls a moisture based hair care company, Also an owner of a holistic wellness company and now working on some new projects. I have faced many obstacles in my entrepreneurial journey but I have also overcome many of them including Fear! I have been featured in four magazines for entrepreneurs , I have done many interviews telling my story and now I'm working on speaking engagements. Connect with me NaturallyDupreea.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more abo...2021-11-1745 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 276 First Black Woman To Lead A Tequila Brand, Nayana FergusonNayana Ferguson, the chief operating officer and co-founder of metro Detroit's Anteel Tequila. Since 2019 Anteel Tequila has won 25 Awards & Accolades making it one of the most awarded new tequila brands on the market! Anteel Tequila is a Premium Tequila that’s twice distilled using both the highland and lowland agave aged 7 years to create an incredible tequila sipping experience like none other. Anteel Tequila created the world’s only Coconut Lime Blanco Tequila. A premium Blanco tequila infused with the natural flavorings from both the coconut and lime. Smooth and easy to sip on ice or blended in your favorite cockt...2021-11-1041 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 264 Celebrate Diversity with Gift Wrap & Apparel, Co-Founder of Greentop Gifts, Jacquelyn RodgersGreentop Gifts brings diversity to your celebrations with apparel, home decor and stationery. We began in 2016 making Christmas products solely for our two year old son and we have continued to spread joy to thousands of other households across the United States expanding to other holidays and special celebrations. Our products have been featured on NBC News, People Magazine and O, The Oprah Magazine. Website: https://greentopgifts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more ab...2021-11-0338 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 271 Once unemployed, Single Parent & Homeless, CEO of Covington's Consulting & Services, Cherron CovingtonCOVINGTON’S CONSULTING & SERVICES, LLC, is owned by Cherron Covington, a Black female, military spouse and published author. An authorized OSHA trainer, a Hazwoper, and a Hazardous Material Technician. Although I’ve been in business over 20 years, with the cleaning company and training; on February 15, 2017, I officially became a Texas based business. My book, “You Have To Laugh To Keep From Crying! helped me be able to keep going. (Amazon) Covington's Consulting & Services Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content...2021-10-2743 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 298 Understanding The Nuances of Raising Investment Capital, Trent Christensen CEO & President of Venture Capital.Org ~ Innovative ThinkerTrent Christensen, President & CEO of VentureCapital.org, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering first-time entrepreneurs—and in particular women and minorities—to create successful companies in Utah and throughout the country. VentureCapital.Org offers educational programming for new and experienced entrepreneurs to better understand the nuances of raising investment capital. VentureCapital.Org also offers in-depth mentoring to assist entrepreneurs develop and refine their investor presentations. Program outcomes include improved education, new investment capital, and new jobs. Please contact us to learn more, apply to participate, or register for upcoming events. Website: https://venturecapital.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...2021-10-2053 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 269 Alex Schrecengost, Founder of Virtual With Us, Curated Virtual Experiences for Corporations Virtual With UsAlex Schrecengost Founder of "Virtual With Us saw an opportunity to fill the workplace need by building, connecting, and organizing an exclusive, high-quality network of sommeliers that companies could tap into for a valuable and interactive cocktail hour and offer employees the opportunity to refresh, engage and strengthen teams as well as client/prospect relationships–all, while also providing much-needed jobs and income to the hospitality industry that had essentially collapsed amidst the lockdowns. Virtual With Us comes to you in a fun, informative, and interactive package more akin to hanging out at a restaurant — complete with the banter and perso...2021-10-2043 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 284 Bringing Black Creatives to The Tables With Live Audio Platform, Nēdl Founder, Ayinde AlakoyeAyinde Alakoye, Founder of Nēdl, Brings Black Creatives to The Table With Live Audio Platform. Create Your Own Live Call-In Radio Show That Transcribes, Amplifies & Monetizes Your Words As You Speak. Website: Nedl Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choi...2021-10-1335 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 257 Struggling During The Pandemic, Life Empowerment Coach & Author, Sheronda L. BarksdaleLife Empowerment Coach and author, Sheronda L. Barksdale launched her YouTube channel “AYELIVE!” (https://linktr.ee/Sheronda) to empower her followers who may be struggling during the pandemic. Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more...2021-10-0643 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 283 Failed Entrepreneur, Left Corporate and Now Thriving Virtual CFO, Octavia ConnerCash flow is a huge factor in the success of small businesses. A U.S. Bank study found that 82% of failed businesses cited it as one reason they went under. Octavia Conner was one of those failed entrepreneurs, having left her corporate accounting job to start a business, only to find that the skills that made her employers millions of dollars didn’t transfer into her own small company. After going through the traumatic experience of failure, she went back to corporate work for several months before trying again with her newfound knowledge. Today, she is thriving as a virtual CFO...2021-09-2941 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 286 Ayana Gray, Author and Lover of All Things, Monsters, Mythos, & Melanin MagicAyana was inspired to write this story after a trip to Ghana to explore her roots as an African-American woman, and she was mesmerized by the people, architecture, and culture there; combined with her love of fantasy novels and with a goal of adding more Black characters and stories to the genre, her debut BEASTS OF PREY was born. BEASTS OF PREY is a Pan-African inspired fantasy that follows two teenagers who strike a dangerous deal to enter a magical jungle to hunt the mysterious creature that has been menacing their city for 100 years. Everyone knows that any good YA s...2021-09-2242 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 260 Next Level Lead Generation, Founder of Elevate Leads Nick AbrahamDr. Richards talks with Nick Abraham about how Elevaate Leads helps you grow your business with next-level lead generation and connect you with your ideal customers. They are a LinkedIn SaaS solution using reliable business data and powered by human intelligence. Connect with Nick linkedin.com/in/nick-abraham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more a...2021-09-1540 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 287 Solo Ceesay, Coo & Co-Founder of Calaxy, An Open Social Marketplace for Creators by CreatorsSolo is a relentless, unwavering Black business leader who exited Wall Street to make his mark in the cryptocurrency revolution by launching Calaxy: a blockchain-backed, social media ecosystem that just closed $7.5M in funding from an array of high-level investors and A-list celebs that believe in his vision for a decentralized future. Website: https://www.calaxy.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about...2021-09-1545 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 248 CEO & Co-Founder of Invest 2 Give, LLC, Stock & Options Trading Coach, Dr. Laquore MeadowsStock & options trading coach Dr. Laquore Meadows, CEO & Co-Founder of Invest2Give, LLC. Inspired by a generous donation of 5.3 million dollars to an organization that she leads, Laquore began her trading career with the aspiration to be independently wealthy. Her why -- to someday gift a financial legacy that would be the answer to someone else’s prayers. Beginning with a small seed she has since successfully leveraged the stock market to accomplish this goal. A teacher at heart, Laquore shares her financial knowledge with students across ages and experience levels. Using the world as her classroom, she works with organ...2021-09-0838 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 246 Black News from Black Publishers, Founder of Empowr News Adrian LeRoy DevezinAdrian Le'Roy Devezin Founder of Empowr News, a news app built by Black engineers for a Black-owned nonprofit featuring only Black news publishers. Website: https://news.empowrco.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-09-0146 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 245 Social-Skills Coaching Service for Kids, Socially Wise Founder, Tracey PughTracey Pugh, Owner of Socially Wize, a social-skills coaching service for kids that is all about building confidence! She is an entrepreneur, author, teacher, and mother. Social Skills & Academic Coaching, Social Skills help you connect the dots on relationships and development. Info: https://www.sociallywize.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad c...2021-08-2532 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 277 Mentored By Daymond John, Handle & Haul Inventor , Joseph Porche, Jr. ~ BonusLift and carry household items easier with the Handle and Haul Moving System. Inventor Joseph Porche, Jr. was mentored by Daymond John of Shark Tank. For More Information: https://www.multusproducts.com/moving-strap-and-handle/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...2021-08-1942 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 256 VP of Inside Sales for Kinetic & President of the Windstream Black Professional Network Committee, Lorenzo Clark ~ Innovative Thinker“In a typical year, black business owners are rejected for loans from traditional sources two and half times more often than Caucasian business owners. We want to do our part to stabilize this important economic sector in the communities we serve,” said Lorenzo Clark, Vice President of Inside Sales for Kinetic and president of the Windstream Black Professional Network Committee. Follow Kinetic Business by Windstream on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to see what they’re talking about next or tune in to their recently launched podcast, Connecting Business on Apple Podcast or YouTube. Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to...2021-08-1842 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 275 Shining A Light On Creativity, Talents & Heritage, Alicia Garner, Founder of Kulture Elevation Inc.In Her Words: Founder Alicia Garner, Kulture Elevation Inc. came to me in a dream when I lived in the St. Thomas Virgin Islands about five years ago. In that dream, I saw a logo. I didn't know what the symbol meant or what the company's name was going to be, but I knew one day I would embark on the journey of being an Entrepreneur. Generational wealth is something foreign to our family, and I wanted to change that. From a young age, I have been planting the seeds to raise a young entrepreneur. Kulture is the culmination of...2021-08-1848 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 244 Former Bravo Star & Entrepreneur; Give a Voice to Women of Color, Bianca BanksBianca Banks, actress and former star of Bravo’s Invite Only Cabo, who has now started her own podcast platform titled The MND Show which is streamed through Dash Radio. Bianca hosts the show alongside her daughter, Jasmine Shannon. Jasmine is a professional dancer and choreographer who has danced for the NBA, and alongside stars like Kanye West, Lil Mama, OT Genasis, and many more. Bianca and Jasmine’s podcast platform is based on telling stories of women who are building successful lives and legacies, and giving a voice to women of color. During such polarizing times in our society, there...2021-08-1138 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 243 Building a Fitness Empires with Kika Stretch Studio, Founder Kika WiseKika Wise is a former professional dancer turned entrepreneur, franchisor and wellness educator. As a forward-thinking and innovative visionary, Kika is the Founder and CEO of Kika Stretch Studios, one of the nation’s leading stretch and fitness studios. With 11 locations throughout the United States, including New Jersey, Georgia, Nevada, NewYork City, Pennsylvania and Texas, Kika is just one of three African American women franchisors in the country. Website: https://kikastretchstudios.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing https://bit.ly/34LALts. You will receive exclusive con...2021-08-0439 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 254 Philanthropist, Marketer and Serial Entrepreneur, Matthew Newman"A passionate philanthropist, marketer and serial entrepreneur, Matthew Newman is the Founder and CEO of The Brand Pillars, LLC, a 7-figure, experiential marketing staffing agency laser-focused on giving clients complete access and control to highly trained and qualified personnel. He is the Founder and CEO of All In Coworking of Inglewood, and co-founder of the tech startup, VirtualCoworking.Community, which is the world's first black-owned video conferencing platform and entrepreneurial community." "A true entrepreneur at heart, Matthew launched his first company— a natural, organic lawn maintenance company—in his early twenties. My Lawn Mower & Me has won awards for landscaping—includi...2021-07-2844 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 296 Newark Symphony Hall President & CEO, Taneshia Nash LairdTaneshia Nash Laird, president and CEO of the Newark Symphony Hall (NSH) – and the only Black female leader of a performing arts center in New Jersey – would be a great fit as a guest on your show. Nash Laird is a multifaceted talent and social change agent who’s breaking barriers in her leadership of NSH, where she’s using arts and culture as an economic development tool for the resurgence of Newark, N.J., while placing an emphasis on emerging performers of color. Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Mont...2021-07-2149 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 253 Write Your Way Through Trauma, Build Community & Create Social Change with MJ FievreMichèle-Jessica Fièvre or sometimes M.J. Fièvre, is a Haitian-born writer and educator who has lived in Florida since 2002. She was born in Port-au-Prince and was educated there, going on to earn a BEd from Barry University and a MFA in Creative Writing from Florida International University. https://mjfievre.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...2021-07-2150 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 252 Boutique Food & Beverage Broker, Allen & Subriana Pierce"Allen and Subriana Pierce, an African American entrepreneurial couple whose company, Navigator Sales & Marketing, connects grocery retailers with small business owners that sell their own line of packaged foods, household items, etc. Their company is a food and beverage broker with product representation in over 15,000 stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Ralphs, Food Lion, Whole Foods, Stater Bros, Kroger, and more." “We connect retailers with brands from this growing network and lead minority relationship consultations to ensure these brands are well-supported through each retailers’ system. With these tailored solutions, we will see an increase in three key areas: the presence and exposure of und...2021-07-1439 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 239 High Quality Happiness Apparel, Evelyn LoganEvelyn Logan is the promoting happiness with her apparel. Our mission is to create a culture whereby people imagine tees as a wearable shareable experience. You’ll feel it in the touch of a handcrafted garment, designed, cut, and constructed from 100% Peruvian cotton, PIMA thoughtfully and ethically harvested, spun and woven to flatter your figure. Simple, positive designs that is sure to start and end with happy Thoughts. You ought to get a kick out of wearing and sharing this experience! Our Passion: Along our journey, we hope to make a difference in the world we live in today through suppo...2021-07-0742 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 258 Changing Real Lives Impacted By Incarceration, Homelessness, or Substance Use Disorder, Dr. Sarah Scarborough ~ Innovative ThinkerDr. Sarah Scarbrough Executive Director/CEO of REAL LIFE serves individuals who have been impacted by incarceration, homelessness, or substance use disorder by giving them an opportunity to overcome their personal and community barriers that hinder their pathway to a Thriving Life. Website: https://reallifeprogram.org Subscribe to our mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing. You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox!https://bit.ly/34LALts. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Leave a GoogleReview Today http://bit.ly/2LeR4WX on what you enjoy about Black Ent...2021-07-0542 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 242 Airline Captain Attorney, Business Man, Author, William Thompson, Captain TWhile other speakers and consultants theorize about leadership, high achievement and organizational Excellence, Captain William ‘T’ Thompson is one of those rare and unique individuals who have actually lived it. With numerous business and leadership honors, Captain William 'T' Thompson has been a frontline problem solver and speaker for over 35 years. He brings his lessons learned to your organization in dynamic and entertaining fashion. Included among his many business honors are the Bank of America award for Outstanding Entrepreneurship, Highest Percentage Increase Sales and Most Innovative Marketing Program in Subway’s 45,000 store system and AI's Most Innovative Business Leaders award. Captain...2021-06-3044 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 240 Most Expensive Crab Cake Creator, Real Estate Investor, Chef Lazarius "Ken" WalkerChef Lazarius “Ken” Walker has been putting his own twist on traditional recipes since the age of 12. His mom taught him to “get up, get out and stay hungry”. Ever since, the 33 year-old entrepreneur has been committed to doing just that — from working in local restaurants as an early teenager to being in charge of the age-old philanthropy cook out in his fraternity and running one of the most successful restaurants in South Carolina today. Website: https://kenwalkershow.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts...2021-06-2348 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 251 Finance Coach, CEO of LB Tax and Business Advisor, Brian JoubertEntrepreneurs aren’t made. They’re born. Brian Joubert is a testament to that. Even as a child, the New Orleans native showed that he was a natural-born leader and a businessman, a winning combination that’s been successful for both him and the many small businesses he serves through his budding tax services empire, L & B Tax Service, Inc now LB Tax & Business Advisors, LLC. Heading towards its twenty-third year, LB Tax & Business Advisors has grown from a home-office in Mableton in Metro Atlanta to seven locations that include Charlotte, Houston, New Orleans, Vegas, a hispanic division and Washington DC summer...2021-06-2046 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 262 Sonya Battle, The Teacher's Resource Founder ~ BonusSonya Battle founded The Teacher's Resource in August of 2020 out of a desire to provide much-needed support and self-care for teachers Website: https://theteachersresource.org Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your...2021-06-1838 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 259 President & CEO of Alom, Supply Chain Company Hannah Kain (Innovative Thinker)Hannah Kain is President & CEO of Alom, a Supply Chain Company. Operating out of 19 global locations, we innovate and implement technology-driven supply chains. We help our customers pamper their end-users by ensuring that each order, no matter how complex or challenging, is executed flawlessly and delivered when and where it is needed. Our goal is to protect the brand of our prestigious customers. At ALOM, your brand is our passion. Website: https://alom.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing https://bit.ly/34LALts. You will r...2021-06-1646 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 230 Founder & CEO of Official Black Wall Street, Mandy BowmanEntrepreneur, Social Media Strategist and Speaker. Founder & CEO of Official Black Wall Street, Mandy Bowman. Since 2014 Mandy has been at the forefront of the #BuyBlack movement, making it easier for others to find and support Black-owned businesses through her digital platform and global Black business directory, Official Black Wall Street. In 2017 Mandy was invited to TEDx Dover, the first TED event held at an HBCU, to give a TED talk on ownership and long term wealth in the Black community. She was also chosen to present her business pitch to a panel of celebrity entrepreneur judges on BET's series 'Queen Bos...2021-06-1641 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 263 Former Army Intelligence Analyst, Traveled the World on Amazon's Dime, Planeahead CEO, Alex Malebranche ~ BonusAlex Malebranche, Former Army Intelligence Analyst, Traveled the World on Amazon's Dime, Planeahead CEO. We're a group of people looking to make traveling the world more affordable, therefore, more accessible! PlaneAhead is the new travel concierge, making traveling the world more affordable & accessible! Book your tickets directly on the airline's website. We're the ultimate travel concierge! Website: https://www.planeahead.us Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2j...2021-06-1142 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 238 Founder of Your Vision's Catalyst, Creator of The Hustle & Breath Business Accelerator, Vanessa ZamyVanessa Zamy, the bestselling author of FINISH: The Solopreneur's Guide To Getting Stuff Done, Founder of Your Vision's Catalyst, and the Creator of The Hustle & Breathe Business Accelerator, through which I consult busy, corporate women on how to grow their profit-producing, purpose-driven business. Website: https://www.yourvisionscatalyst.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing https://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebook http://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...2021-06-0949 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 235 Sold By Her Mom To Pay Drug Debt, Real Estate Investor & Author, Terrica Lynn SmithTerrica Lynn Smith, Owner of the largest real estate crowdfunding company in the state of Louisiana, a seasoned investor with over 100 real estate holdings and Author. Website: http://www.terricalynnsmith.com/ Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing https://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebook http://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. V...2021-06-0239 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 233 Young Entrepreneur, Created Her Own Space in the Fashion Industry, Keyonnia HallumsKeyonnia Hallums founded ETIER, not just a sustainable apparel production facility but also teaches job, life and entrepreneurial skills. Shifting individuals from consumers to creators in the fashion industry. Her passion to create her own space in sustainable fashion started as a fashion designer teaching Youths in the Non Profit Organizations, how to turn “sewing” into a business and not just a hobby. She began wanting to expand her horizons, becoming a certified DOE Vendor and MWBE certified business. Teaching Sustainable Fashion workshops to educational facilities like GED Programs, High Schools, Juvenile Centers and more. She has collaborated with other busi...2021-05-2649 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 249 American Actress, Comedian, Author & Speaker Kim Coles (Bonus) Kim Coles, dynamic speaker, author and teaching entrepreneurs at The Kim Coles Academy. Her online academy is where people can learn, laugh and love! Website: https://courses.kimcoles.tv Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawing https://bit.ly/34LALts. You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...2021-05-2142 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 255 Author of the #1 Trending Book on Raising Capital, Tim L. Cooley (Innovative Thinker) Tim Cooley has spend the last decade as an entrepreneur and start-up adviser to 100s of early stage companies. Many of the companies I work with are doing millions in revenue annually and have raised over $200 millions in venture funding. I love helping CEOs navigate the fundraising process. “Tim is an exceptional leader who helps advance early and growth stage companies into PCAN (Park City Angel Network) and someone who helps focus Founders on how to best position themselves for success. His expertise and guidance are invaluable to help increase the likelihood of Investors to take positions in these companies.” Website...2021-05-1942 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 232 An American Based in England, Writer, Editor, Author & Creative Consultant, Kenya HuntKenya Hunt is the Fashion Director of Grazia UK, and Author. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian, Vogue, Marie Claire, The Evening Standard and other publications. And she has made a number of appearances on BBC Woman’s Hour, Sky News and more. As the founder of R.O.O.M. Mentoring, she advocates for greater diversity within the fashion industry by providing a supportive network for some of the many talented aspiring designers, journalists and image makers of colour London has to offer. An American based in London, she lives south of the river with her husband and two sons...2021-05-1941 min
The Connected Generation with Nike AnaniBuilding Black Generational Wealth, Strategic Collaboration and the African Diaspora with Dr Frances RichardsFrances Richards, Ph.D. is President/CEO of Arlean Richards, LLC, Podcast Host, Business Coach, Motivational Speaker and Author. She is passionate about helping individuals with their transformation process in business and life. She believes we should invest in our health, because it is our wealth with a profitable return. She resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her husband Robert. To get in touch with Frances, you may visit her website here2021-05-1835 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 268 Founder of The Naked Face Cosmetics, Army Veteran Tracy Rookard ~BonusTracy Rookard, created The NakedFace (www.thenakedfacecosmetics.com) in 2019 because she wanted to use body scrubs and crèmes that were "naked" with nothing extra added to them. An Army Veteran that started her professional career as a Medics & Respiratory Therapist; she later shifted her career into IT. She is currently the Chief of staff of Cyber Security for WMATA (Washington Metro Transit Authority) and founder of The Naked Face Cosmetics, Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered righ...2021-05-1439 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 228 Former Student Affairs Professional to Business Consultant, Robert Price After walking away from his career of 7+ years as a student affairs professional, he launched a consulting business because he wanted more income, more freedom, and more impact on the world. Since transforming from student affairs professional to work from anywhere business consultant, he has worked with dozens of motivated entrepreneurs to identify their unique advantages in the marketplace and create a plan for increased productivity & business success. Thank you for leaving a Google Review Today http://bit.ly/2LeR4WXon what you enjoy about Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive weekly updates and exclusive cont...2021-05-1247 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 261 Wig-Making Beauty Expert, Founder & Owner of Lavish Locs Hair Company, Jasica Gray (Bonus)Jasica Gray, the wig-making, beauty guru behind Lavish Locs Hair Company. Jasica was born and raised in Dallas with passion for making women feel and look beautiful. She has worked on New York Fashion Week and with some of the top beauty brands in the country including: Oscar Blandi Hair Products, Freeze 24/7, Lancome, Trish McEvoy, and Toni & Guy. Four years ago, Jasica decided to take her passion for making women feel beautiful and experience in the beauty industry and turn them into Lavish Locs Hair Company. Jasica and Lavish Locs Hair Company strive to enhance womens’ natural beauty and by pr...2021-05-1245 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 227 CEO & Founder of Fusha' Designs Inc. Marie Claudinette JeanMarie Claudinette Jean Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Fushá Designs Inc. has a very strong operational and administrative background in a production driven environment; which includes, business development, fashion designs, operational management, time management, and project coordination. Website: https://fushadesigns.com Thank you for leaving a Google Review Today http://bit.ly/2LeR4WXon what you enjoy about Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive weekly updates and exclusive content delivered right to your inbox! https://bit.ly/34LALts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...2021-05-0528 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 225 Husband & Wife Power Pair Behind Black and Married with Kids, Lamar & Ronnie TylerLamar and Ronnie Tyler make up the husband and wife power pair behind Black and Married with Kids, the largest independent African American marriage and parenting site on the web. Fed up with the pervasive negative images of black marriage in the media, Lamar and Ronnie started the site to combat the negativity by focusing on positive messages about marriage in the black community. Armed with a passion for empowering married couples and a knowledge of how to leverage social media, Ronnie and Lamar have in five years taken Black and Married with Kids from a small personal blog to...2021-04-2845 min
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 247 Drone Flyer, Co-Founder & Slidebean CEO Jose Cayasso (Caya) Innovative ThinkerJosé Cayasso (commonly known as Caya) is a Costa Rican graphics designer and entrepreneur. Caya was a Trainer and Senior Support Agent for Intel, covering Desktop Boards and Processors for the North America Region; he obtained extensive experience with hardware and software support over the course of 6 years. Website: https://slidebean.com Thank you for leaving a Google Review Today http://bit.ly/2LeR4WXon what you enjoy about Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive weekly updates and exclusive content delivered right to your inbox! https://bit.ly/34LALts Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...2021-04-2137 min