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How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldDr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley on Sports Psychology, Building The Playbook, and Why Ready Is Not a Feeling | How I Got HereDescriptionCounseling psychologist Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley shares how she went from growing up in a home where psychology and sports were inseparable to founding The Playbook, an award-winning mental health performance platform trusted by the NBA, NCAA, NWSL, and the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Mosley talks about her mother and twin aunt being among the only Black psychologists in Alabama, her uncle catching the last out of the 1969 World Series, boxing and rugby as an athlete, building a consulting practice she never planned, and scaling 36 providers across pro sports during COVID. This...
2026-03-1819 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldDr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley on Sports Psychology, Building The Playbook, and Why Ready Is Not a Feeling | How I Got HereDescriptionCounseling psychologist Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley shares how she went from growing up in a home where psychology and sports were inseparable to founding The Playbook, an award-winning mental health performance platform trusted by the NBA, NCAA, NWSL, and the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Mosley talks about her mother and twin aunt being among the only Black psychologists in Alabama, her uncle catching the last out of the 1969 World Series, boxing and rugby as an athlete, building a consulting practice she never planned, and scaling 36 providers across pro sports during COVID. This...
2026-03-1819 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAmber Guyton on Soulful Maximalism, Pricing Your Worth, and Why Only 2% of Interior Designers Are Black | How I Got HereAmber Guyton left corporate financial services, built Blessed Little Bungalow into a full-service design brand, and learned that pricing your worth and protecting your peace are the real work. Today she's one of only 2% of interior designers who are Black, with licensing partnerships at Home Goods, TJ Maxx, and Mitchell Black, celebrity clients, and a design philosophy rooted in soulful maximalism.Key Takeaways:You do not have to scale to be successful; a boutique business built on alignment, creative freedom, and strong values is a powerful model.Only 2% of the interior design industry is Black, and...
2026-03-0444 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAmber Guyton on Soulful Maximalism, Pricing Your Worth, and Why Only 2% of Interior Designers Are Black | How I Got HereAmber Guyton left corporate financial services, built Blessed Little Bungalow into a full-service design brand, and learned that pricing your worth and protecting your peace are the real work. Today she's one of only 2% of interior designers who are Black, with licensing partnerships at Home Goods, TJ Maxx, and Mitchell Black, celebrity clients, and a design philosophy rooted in soulful maximalism.Key Takeaways:You do not have to scale to be successful; a boutique business built on alignment, creative freedom, and strong values is a powerful model.Only 2% of the interior design industry is Black, and...
2026-03-0444 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Organizing at 12 to Leading a National Movement | Mary Pat Hector | How I Got HereMary Pat Hector started organizing at 12, advised President Obama at 18, and ran for office at 19 — losing by just 22 votes. That loss reshaped her entire path. Today she's CEO of Rise, a national organization fighting for free college and student basic needs across 10+ states, and the founder of Equity for All, a platform helping young people of color in the South gain political power.Key Takeaways:She advised President Obama on criminal justice reform at 18 and has since helped mobilize over 4 million voters through Rise.When a Black woman takes over from a white male founder, the fu...
2026-02-1949 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Organizing at 12 to Leading a National Movement | Mary Pat Hector | How I Got HereMary Pat Hector started organizing at 12, advised President Obama at 18, and ran for office at 19 — losing by just 22 votes. That loss reshaped her entire path. Today she's CEO of Rise, a national organization fighting for free college and student basic needs across 10+ states, and the founder of Equity for All, a platform helping young people of color in the South gain political power.Key Takeaways:She advised President Obama on criminal justice reform at 18 and has since helped mobilize over 4 million voters through Rise.When a Black woman takes over from a white male founder, the fu...
2026-02-1949 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAniesia Williams on Power, Discernment, and Rebuilding After Toxic Leadership SpacesDreena sits down with Aniesia Williams, a brand strategist, venture architect, and ecosystem builder who understands how power actually moves.In this conversation, Aniesia reflects on navigating leadership spaces where high-performing Black women are often brought in to fix broken systems without real authority or protection. She shares what it cost her to speak up, the psychological toll of being pushed out, and the lessons she learned building and exiting a service-based business.Together, Dreena and Aniesia explore integrity, ownership, and what it looks like to build systems that truly protect the people inside them...
2026-02-0449 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAniesia Williams on Power, Discernment, and Rebuilding After Toxic Leadership SpacesDreena sits down with Aniesia Williams, a brand strategist, venture architect, and ecosystem builder who understands how power actually moves.In this conversation, Aniesia reflects on navigating leadership spaces where high-performing Black women are often brought in to fix broken systems without real authority or protection. She shares what it cost her to speak up, the psychological toll of being pushed out, and the lessons she learned building and exiting a service-based business.Together, Dreena and Aniesia explore integrity, ownership, and what it looks like to build systems that truly protect the people inside them...
2026-02-0449 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom the Track to the Boardroom: Laila Brock on Leadership, Representation, and PurposeLaila Brock joins Dreena Whitfield for a powerful conversation about leadership, representation, and learning who you are beyond the job.From her early days as a college track captain to shaping some of the biggest stages in sports, Laila reflects on what it means to lead in rooms that were never designed for you. She shares lessons from mentors who poured into her, the responsibility of opening doors for others, and the moment she realized success without rest is not sustainable.This is Laila Brock. And this is how she got here.This...
2026-01-2231 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom the Track to the Boardroom: Laila Brock on Leadership, Representation, and PurposeLaila Brock joins Dreena Whitfield for a powerful conversation about leadership, representation, and learning who you are beyond the job.From her early days as a college track captain to shaping some of the biggest stages in sports, Laila reflects on what it means to lead in rooms that were never designed for you. She shares lessons from mentors who poured into her, the responsibility of opening doors for others, and the moment she realized success without rest is not sustainable.This is Laila Brock. And this is how she got here.This...
2026-01-2231 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldBuilding LAMIK Beauty: Kim Roxie on Purpose, Perseverance, and Clean Beauty With SoulHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Kim Roxie, Founder of LAMIK BeautyIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Kim Roxie, the founder of LAMIK Beauty, to talk about what it means to build with purpose when the path forward is uncertain. Kim shares how opening her first brow and makeup shop with just $500 taught her the importance of perseverance, faith, and learning the business from the inside out.She opens up about navigating foreclosure, living with alopecia, and making the difficult decision to shut down her...
2025-12-1756 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldBuilding LAMIK Beauty: Kim Roxie on Purpose, Perseverance, and Clean Beauty With SoulHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Kim Roxie, Founder of LAMIK BeautyIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Kim Roxie, the founder of LAMIK Beauty, to talk about what it means to build with purpose when the path forward is uncertain. Kim shares how opening her first brow and makeup shop with just $500 taught her the importance of perseverance, faith, and learning the business from the inside out.She opens up about navigating foreclosure, living with alopecia, and making the difficult decision to shut down her...
2025-12-1756 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPouring Purpose: Aamira Garba and the Story Behind LoveLee WinesHow I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield Guest: Aamira Garba, Founder of LoveLee WinesIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Aamira Garba, the New Jersey–born founder of LoveLee Wines. They talk about the moment on a New Jersey Transit train that sparked a major life shift, the courage to enter an industry with so few Black women, and the discipline she pours into every bottle.Aamira shares how she blended her first wines without a license, built slowly while raising two daughters, and learned the business from the inside out. From her ea...
2025-11-1941 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPouring Purpose: Aamira Garba and the Story Behind LoveLee WinesHow I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield Guest: Aamira Garba, Founder of LoveLee WinesIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Aamira Garba, the New Jersey–born founder of LoveLee Wines. They talk about the moment on a New Jersey Transit train that sparked a major life shift, the courage to enter an industry with so few Black women, and the discipline she pours into every bottle.Aamira shares how she blended her first wines without a license, built slowly while raising two daughters, and learned the business from the inside out. From her ea...
2025-11-1941 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldNagela Duperval on OU LA, a $3 Million Build, and Faith in the StruggleHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Nagela Duperval, Founder of OU LA RestaurantIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Nagela Duperval, the Haitian-born entrepreneur behind OU LA — the stunning Caribbean restaurant in Carteret, New Jersey that’s redefining what it means to build something from faith and fire.With no restaurant experience, Nagela spent three years building a $3-million space from the ground up while juggling a full-time job and family. She opens up about betting everything on herself, trusting God through the struggle, and finding her footing in a...
2025-11-0530 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldNagela Duperval on OU LA, a $3 Million Build, and Faith in the StruggleHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Nagela Duperval, Founder of OU LA RestaurantIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Nagela Duperval, the Haitian-born entrepreneur behind OU LA — the stunning Caribbean restaurant in Carteret, New Jersey that’s redefining what it means to build something from faith and fire.With no restaurant experience, Nagela spent three years building a $3-million space from the ground up while juggling a full-time job and family. She opens up about betting everything on herself, trusting God through the struggle, and finding her footing in a...
2025-11-0530 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTahira Joy Wright on The Cut Life, PR Burnout, and Standing 10 Toes Down in CultureHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Tahira Joy Wright, Founder of The Cut LifeIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Tahira Joy Wright, the visionary founder of The Cut Life — the digital beauty community celebrating short hair, self-expression, and the women redefining what it means to show up boldly.From her early days in entertainment PR to building one of the most beloved beauty platforms online, Tahira shares how burnout led to breakthrough — and how a one-week idea grew into a cultural movement rooted in authenticity, community, and fait...
2025-10-2250 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTahira Joy Wright on The Cut Life, PR Burnout, and Standing 10 Toes Down in CultureHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Tahira Joy Wright, Founder of The Cut LifeIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Tahira Joy Wright, the visionary founder of The Cut Life — the digital beauty community celebrating short hair, self-expression, and the women redefining what it means to show up boldly.From her early days in entertainment PR to building one of the most beloved beauty platforms online, Tahira shares how burnout led to breakthrough — and how a one-week idea grew into a cultural movement rooted in authenticity, community, and fait...
2025-10-2250 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Tyler Perry Studios to Target ShelvesHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Chantel Powell, Founder & CEO of Play PitsIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Chantel Powell, founder and CEO of Play Pits, to talk about what it takes to build something from the ground up and keep going when everything falls apart.From styling wardrobes at Tyler Perry Studios to creating one of the most beloved natural deodorant brands in the country, Chantel shares how motherhood sparked her purpose, how faith carried her through loss and a warehouse fire, and how she continues to rise...
2025-10-0856 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Tyler Perry Studios to Target ShelvesHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGuest: Chantel Powell, Founder & CEO of Play PitsIn this episode, Dreena sits down with Chantel Powell, founder and CEO of Play Pits, to talk about what it takes to build something from the ground up and keep going when everything falls apart.From styling wardrobes at Tyler Perry Studios to creating one of the most beloved natural deodorant brands in the country, Chantel shares how motherhood sparked her purpose, how faith carried her through loss and a warehouse fire, and how she continues to rise...
2025-10-0856 min
Dreams In DriveHow Dreena Whitfield Turned Her Love for Storytelling Into a Thriving PR Agency (REWIND)When Dreena Whitfield was a child, she wanted to be a singer. Eventually, that dream shifted – with Dreena combining her love of politics, storytelling, and media in search of the career and lifestyle that best fit her talent and interests. In this conversation (first released in 2021), Dreena shares how she made her dream of running her own PR agency, WhitPR, come true – and what 10 years of challenges, successes, and lessons learned looked like at that time. She also dives into how she was navigating life as a mompreneur and offers timeless tips for other dream drivers who are...
2025-08-2149 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldIt's Never Too Late To Start Again#HowIGotHere guest and interior design entrepreneur Rasheeda Gray shares how she was able to turn her corporate skills into a full time creative venture, all while nurturing her family and managing her career. Stream Season 3, Episode 8 to hear more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howigotherewdreenaw.substack.com
2025-07-2300 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldIt's Never Too Late To Start Again#HowIGotHere guest and interior design entrepreneur Rasheeda Gray shares how she was able to turn her corporate skills into a full time creative venture, all while nurturing her family and managing her career. Stream Season 3, Episode 8 to hear more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howigotherewdreenaw.substack.com
2025-07-2300 min
the eQuity bluePrintFrom the Ground Up: Trust, Growth, and the Power of Strategic PR with Dreena Whitfield-BrownIn this powerful episode of The Equity Blueprint, we sit down with Dreena Whitfield-Brown, CEO & Founder of WhitPR, to unpack the real behind-the-scenes journey of building and scaling a service-based business rooted in purpose and visibility.From starting with word-of-mouth referrals to leading campaigns for major cultural movements and public figures, Dreena shares how she evolved her firm with intention—focusing not just on growth, but on trust, alignment, and impact. We explore the often misunderstood line between PR and marketing, what it means to build trust in a digital age, and how hiring the right consultants ca...
2025-07-0747 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/ Dreena: Thriving as a Black Entrepreneur and the Importance of Black BusinessIn this special episode of How I Got Here, host Dreena Whitfield, the founder and CEO of WhitPR, takes the mic solo to share her personal journey as an entrepreneur and her insights on Black Business Month.Dreena opens up about the challenges and triumphs she has faced in building her agency, emphasizing the importance of diversity and authenticity in the PR industry. She discusses the role of Black agencies, the impact of larger firms encroaching on multicultural work, and the significance of championing Black founders and issues within the community.Tune in to this...
2024-08-0606 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/ Dreena: Thriving as a Black Entrepreneur and the Importance of Black BusinessIn this special episode of How I Got Here, host Dreena Whitfield, the founder and CEO of WhitPR, takes the mic solo to share her personal journey as an entrepreneur and her insights on Black Business Month.Dreena opens up about the challenges and triumphs she has faced in building her agency, emphasizing the importance of diversity and authenticity in the PR industry. She discusses the role of Black agencies, the impact of larger firms encroaching on multicultural work, and the significance of championing Black founders and issues within the community.Tune in to this...
2024-08-0606 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Media Mogul to Wellness Advocate: The Necole JourneySummary:Necole Kane is the visionary force behind Necole Bitchie, xo Necole, and the new wellness brand, My Happy Flo. She started her career in entertainment news and celebrity gossip, eventually launching Necole Bitchie, which became the go-to black-focused celebrity website. After the success of Necole Bitchie, she rebranded to xo Necole, focusing on empowering black women with content on mental health, relationships, and more. In 2017, Will Packer acquired xo Necole. Necole has now launched My Happy Flo, a hormone balance supplement for women with periods.Key Takeaways:Necole started Necole Bitchie after moving...
2024-01-0838 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Media Mogul to Wellness Advocate: The Necole JourneySummary:Necole Kane is the visionary force behind Necole Bitchie, xo Necole, and the new wellness brand, My Happy Flo. She started her career in entertainment news and celebrity gossip, eventually launching Necole Bitchie, which became the go-to black-focused celebrity website. After the success of Necole Bitchie, she rebranded to xo Necole, focusing on empowering black women with content on mental health, relationships, and more. In 2017, Will Packer acquired xo Necole. Necole has now launched My Happy Flo, a hormone balance supplement for women with periods.Key Takeaways:Necole started Necole Bitchie after moving...
2024-01-0838 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldSitting Down with Christina Rice: The Passion and Purpose Behind OMNoireIn the episode, Christina Rice, the founder of OMNoire, shares her inspiring journey from a career in public relations to building a platform that redefines wellness and community for black women and women of color. She discusses her transition from PR to launching her own agency and the challenges she faced along the way. Christina also talks about the moment she discovered her passion for yoga and how it led her to create Omniwar. She shares her vision for the future of the brand and the importance of community and self-care in the wellness industry.Key Takeaways:
2023-12-1859 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldSitting Down with Christina Rice: The Passion and Purpose Behind OMNoireIn the episode, Christina Rice, the founder of OMNoire, shares her inspiring journey from a career in public relations to building a platform that redefines wellness and community for black women and women of color. She discusses her transition from PR to launching her own agency and the challenges she faced along the way. Christina also talks about the moment she discovered her passion for yoga and how it led her to create Omniwar. She shares her vision for the future of the brand and the importance of community and self-care in the wellness industry.Key Takeaways:
2023-12-1859 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldExcellence Unleashed: The Extraordinary Journey of Michelle Gainey in Event PlanningIn this captivating podcast episode, join me as I delve into the extraordinary journey of Michelle Ganey, the brilliant mind behind Lamiga Events. From aspiring lawyer to event planning entrepreneur, Michelle's story is one of following your passion and embracing unconventional career paths. Get ready to be inspired by her insights on building a thriving business, finding a balance between work and family, and creating impactful event designs. Don't miss this empowering conversation on how to navigate the world of event planning with excellence and authenticity. Tune in now!- Michelle's journey from aspiring lawyer to event...
2023-12-0444 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldExcellence Unleashed: The Extraordinary Journey of Michelle Gainey in Event PlanningIn this captivating podcast episode, join me as I delve into the extraordinary journey of Michelle Ganey, the brilliant mind behind Lamiga Events. From aspiring lawyer to event planning entrepreneur, Michelle's story is one of following your passion and embracing unconventional career paths. Get ready to be inspired by her insights on building a thriving business, finding a balance between work and family, and creating impactful event designs. Don't miss this empowering conversation on how to navigate the world of event planning with excellence and authenticity. Tune in now!- Michelle's journey from aspiring lawyer to event...
2023-12-0444 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmbracing Magic and Diversity: Kamilah Forbes' Journey in the Theater IndustryIn this captivating episode of How I Got Here, join host Dreena Whitfield as she sits down with Kamilah Forbes, the extraordinary executive producer of the iconic Apollo Theater in Harlem. Prepare to be inspired as Kamilah takes us on a journey from her early days as a theater kid to her current role at the Apollo.Discover how Kamilah's passion for both medicine and acting led her on a unique path, ultimately solidifying her love for the theater. From participating in makeshift Star Wars plays to being cast as an Ewok, Kamilah shares the pivotal moments...
2023-09-1837 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmbracing Magic and Diversity: Kamilah Forbes' Journey in the Theater IndustryIn this captivating episode of How I Got Here, join host Dreena Whitfield as she sits down with Kamilah Forbes, the extraordinary executive producer of the iconic Apollo Theater in Harlem. Prepare to be inspired as Kamilah takes us on a journey from her early days as a theater kid to her current role at the Apollo.Discover how Kamilah's passion for both medicine and acting led her on a unique path, ultimately solidifying her love for the theater. From participating in makeshift Star Wars plays to being cast as an Ewok, Kamilah shares the pivotal moments...
2023-09-1837 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldUnconventional Paths to Success: Inspiring Journey of Define Bold Fitness CEOIn the latest episode of the How I Got Here podcast, host Dreena Whitfield sits down with Dayna Bolden, CEO of Define Bold Fitness, to discuss her inspiring journey from a Division One basketball player to a successful fitness entrepreneur. Dayna's story emphasizes the importance of following one's passion and embracing unexpected paths to success. The episode also delves into the rise of influencer careers and the challenges faced along the way. Dayna takes the opportunity to promote her fitness brand, Define Bold Fitness, and kindly asks for support. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and...
2023-09-0426 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldUnconventional Paths to Success: Inspiring Journey of Define Bold Fitness CEOIn the latest episode of the How I Got Here podcast, host Dreena Whitfield sits down with Dayna Bolden, CEO of Define Bold Fitness, to discuss her inspiring journey from a Division One basketball player to a successful fitness entrepreneur. Dayna's story emphasizes the importance of following one's passion and embracing unexpected paths to success. The episode also delves into the rise of influencer careers and the challenges faced along the way. Dayna takes the opportunity to promote her fitness brand, Define Bold Fitness, and kindly asks for support. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and...
2023-09-0426 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldCorporate to Creative: The Inspirational Journey of Interior Design Entrepreneur, Rasheeda GrayWelcome to the latest episode of "How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield," where we delve deep into the inspiring stories of individuals who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. In this captivating installment, we explore the fascinating journey of none other than Rasheeda Gray, an extraordinary entrepreneur and interior design maven.In this episode, Rasheeda sits down with Dreena to discuss her path to becoming an entrepreneur and the unexpected twists and turns along the way.From high school aspirations in the creative business world to a successful corporate career, Rasheeda shares...
2023-08-2436 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldCorporate to Creative: The Inspirational Journey of Interior Design Entrepreneur, Rasheeda GrayWelcome to the latest episode of "How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield," where we delve deep into the inspiring stories of individuals who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. In this captivating installment, we explore the fascinating journey of none other than Rasheeda Gray, an extraordinary entrepreneur and interior design maven.In this episode, Rasheeda sits down with Dreena to discuss her path to becoming an entrepreneur and the unexpected twists and turns along the way.From high school aspirations in the creative business world to a successful corporate career, Rasheeda shares...
2023-08-2436 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmpowering Black Entrepreneurs: Unleashing the Potential of Community Support with Dr. Lakeysha HallmonWelcome to another inspiring episode of "How I Got Here" with Dreena Whitfield! In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the importance of community support for black businesses and entrepreneurs and the urgent need for a shift in consciousness within the black community.Join us as Dreena Whitfield sits down with the remarkable Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon, the visionary CEO of the Village Market. Dr. Hallmon's social enterprise not only supports black businesses but also promotes cultural awareness, making her the perfect guest for this enlightening discussion.Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Hallmon shares...
2023-08-0734 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmpowering Black Entrepreneurs: Unleashing the Potential of Community Support with Dr. Lakeysha HallmonWelcome to another inspiring episode of "How I Got Here" with Dreena Whitfield! In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the importance of community support for black businesses and entrepreneurs and the urgent need for a shift in consciousness within the black community.Join us as Dreena Whitfield sits down with the remarkable Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon, the visionary CEO of the Village Market. Dr. Hallmon's social enterprise not only supports black businesses but also promotes cultural awareness, making her the perfect guest for this enlightening discussion.Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Hallmon shares...
2023-08-0734 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldBreaking the Chains of Definition: Felecia Hatcher's Journey to SuccessWelcome to How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Felicia Hatcher, CEO of Pharrell Williams Black Ambition Opportunity Fund and co-founder of Black Tech Week conference. Hatcher shares her story of overcoming the challenges of being a C student in high school and how scholarships changed her perspective on education. Her experience led her to author the C Students Guide to Scholarships and start her own educational consulting business, teaching nontraditional students how to navigate the college application process. We discuss the impact of biased guidance from counselors on...
2023-07-2454 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldBreaking the Chains of Definition: Felecia Hatcher's Journey to SuccessWelcome to How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Felicia Hatcher, CEO of Pharrell Williams Black Ambition Opportunity Fund and co-founder of Black Tech Week conference. Hatcher shares her story of overcoming the challenges of being a C student in high school and how scholarships changed her perspective on education. Her experience led her to author the C Students Guide to Scholarships and start her own educational consulting business, teaching nontraditional students how to navigate the college application process. We discuss the impact of biased guidance from counselors on...
2023-07-2454 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMimi Brown's Journey in Media and Entertainment: From Alaska to Hollywood and BeyondJoin me, Dreena Whitfield, on the latest episode of How I Got Here as I sit down with Mimi Brown, a journalist, TV personality, and show producer, to discuss her journey in the media and entertainment industry, and her upcoming projects. In this episode, Mimi shares her experience growing up as the only black girl in her classes in Alaska and her journey from being an assistant to Omarosa to becoming a red carpet reporter for Us Weekly and eventually landing a job at Fox LA. We emphasize the importance of networking and hard work in the industry, and...
2023-07-1044 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMimi Brown's Journey in Media and Entertainment: From Alaska to Hollywood and BeyondJoin me, Dreena Whitfield, on the latest episode of How I Got Here as I sit down with Mimi Brown, a journalist, TV personality, and show producer, to discuss her journey in the media and entertainment industry, and her upcoming projects. In this episode, Mimi shares her experience growing up as the only black girl in her classes in Alaska and her journey from being an assistant to Omarosa to becoming a red carpet reporter for Us Weekly and eventually landing a job at Fox LA. We emphasize the importance of networking and hard work in the industry, and...
2023-07-1044 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmpowering Entrepreneurs: Insights on Funding, Storytelling, and Self-Care from Femly Founder Arion LongWelcome to the latest episode of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield! This week, we dive into the crucial topic of managing work and personal life, setting boundaries, and the importance of balance when it comes to managing time and mission. Our guest, the self-proclaimed Chief Estrogen Officer and founder of high-tech feminine care company, Feminine, Arion Long, shares her inspiring journey of success and the importance of setting boundaries.In this episode, you'll get a unique perspective on the challenges of balancing personal and professional life and how to prioritize big opportunities over smaller ones...
2023-06-2649 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldEmpowering Entrepreneurs: Insights on Funding, Storytelling, and Self-Care from Femly Founder Arion LongWelcome to the latest episode of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield! This week, we dive into the crucial topic of managing work and personal life, setting boundaries, and the importance of balance when it comes to managing time and mission. Our guest, the self-proclaimed Chief Estrogen Officer and founder of high-tech feminine care company, Feminine, Arion Long, shares her inspiring journey of success and the importance of setting boundaries.In this episode, you'll get a unique perspective on the challenges of balancing personal and professional life and how to prioritize big opportunities over smaller ones...
2023-06-2649 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldUnleashing the Power of Diversity in PR: Inside the Journey of PR Girl Manifesto Founder, Fatou BarryWelcome to How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield. In today's episode, we explore the journey of Fatou Barry, founder of the PR Girl Manifesto and co-founder of Hold the Press. Barry's mission is to create a safe space for communications professionals, especially young black women struggling with staying in the PR industry. She believes in the importance of representation and diversity in the field, and her advocacy group, Hold the Press, is committed to improving just that.Barry's story is about perseverance and finding her happy medium in the communications department. Working in the communication space...
2023-06-1252 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldUnleashing the Power of Diversity in PR: Inside the Journey of PR Girl Manifesto Founder, Fatou BarryWelcome to How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield. In today's episode, we explore the journey of Fatou Barry, founder of the PR Girl Manifesto and co-founder of Hold the Press. Barry's mission is to create a safe space for communications professionals, especially young black women struggling with staying in the PR industry. She believes in the importance of representation and diversity in the field, and her advocacy group, Hold the Press, is committed to improving just that.Barry's story is about perseverance and finding her happy medium in the communications department. Working in the communication space...
2023-06-1252 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Finance to Influencer Marketing: Shannae's Trailblazing JourneyJoin Dreena Whitfield in an engaging interview with Shanae Ingleton Smith, a trailblazing media entrepreneur. Shanae shares her journey from dreaming big in Calgary to starting her own agency in Toronto. She turned her blog into a booming business, mastering marketing, advertising, and social media. After maternity leave, she fearlessly launched her own company, Kensington Gray. Get inspired by Shanae's finance-to-success story and her captivating insights on entrepreneurship. Tune in now!Notable Quotes- "I was always very intentional, and I believed I would always envision myself and manifest things, and I always wanted bigger and better...
2023-05-2948 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFrom Finance to Influencer Marketing: Shannae's Trailblazing JourneyJoin Dreena Whitfield in an engaging interview with Shanae Ingleton Smith, a trailblazing media entrepreneur. Shanae shares her journey from dreaming big in Calgary to starting her own agency in Toronto. She turned her blog into a booming business, mastering marketing, advertising, and social media. After maternity leave, she fearlessly launched her own company, Kensington Gray. Get inspired by Shanae's finance-to-success story and her captivating insights on entrepreneurship. Tune in now!Notable Quotes- "I was always very intentional, and I believed I would always envision myself and manifest things, and I always wanted bigger and better...
2023-05-2948 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldHow Google, God and $500 made this Supermom into a viral money maker! (with Trina Smalls)We’re kicking off season three of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield with Trina Small, founder, and CEO of Supermom Culture.Trina dreamed up the idea for Supermom Culture when clothing brands didn’t speak to moms of all kinds — single, divorced, of all ages and abilities. So her brand celebrates the moms who get it all done, even when sh*t hits the fan.When she got a call from Good Morning America to appear on the show and sell 10,000 units, she was still producing each shirt from the guest bedroom in her hou...
2023-05-1540 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldHow Google, God and $500 made this Supermom into a viral money maker! (with Trina Smalls)We’re kicking off season three of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield with Trina Small, founder, and CEO of Supermom Culture.Trina dreamed up the idea for Supermom Culture when clothing brands didn’t speak to moms of all kinds — single, divorced, of all ages and abilities. So her brand celebrates the moms who get it all done, even when sh*t hits the fan.When she got a call from Good Morning America to appear on the show and sell 10,000 units, she was still producing each shirt from the guest bedroom in her hou...
2023-05-1540 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAre Internships the BEST Gateway to a Career in Entertainment? (with Shelby Larkin-Reid)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Shelby Larkin-Reid, an Emmy-nominated television producer and entertainment executive with over 20 years of production experience in non-scripted content. Shelby is also the Director of Global Partnership Development at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park. Starting as a high school intern at her local CBS affiliate in Nashville, TN, Shelby grew to become an associate producer by the age of 23. After realizing that majoring and working in economics wasn’t the path for her, she was driven to revisit her passion of television production. Listen in as...
2022-06-2154 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldAre Internships the BEST Gateway to a Career in Entertainment? (with Shelby Larkin-Reid)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Shelby Larkin-Reid, an Emmy-nominated television producer and entertainment executive with over 20 years of production experience in non-scripted content. Shelby is also the Director of Global Partnership Development at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park. Starting as a high school intern at her local CBS affiliate in Nashville, TN, Shelby grew to become an associate producer by the age of 23. After realizing that majoring and working in economics wasn’t the path for her, she was driven to revisit her passion of television production. Listen in as...
2022-06-2154 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Keys Building a Successful Career in the Communications Industry (with Sandra Lajoie)Have you ever thought of buying a one way ticket to follow your dreams? Just like today’s guest, that could be the move that launches your career to new heights! In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Sandra Lajoie, the Vice President of Communications at NBC, Bravo, and Oxygen. If you love reality TV shows, Sandra is most likely the powerhouse behind your all-time favorites. As an immigrant from Port Au Prince, Haiti, who grew up in New York and Massachusetts, Sandra sheds light on the impacts of the devastating acc...
2022-06-101h 25How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Keys Building a Successful Career in the Communications Industry (with Sandra Lajoie)Have you ever thought of buying a one way ticket to follow your dreams? Just like today’s guest, that could be the move that launches your career to new heights! In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Sandra Lajoie, the Vice President of Communications at NBC, Bravo, and Oxygen. If you love reality TV shows, Sandra is most likely the powerhouse behind your all-time favorites. As an immigrant from Port Au Prince, Haiti, who grew up in New York and Massachusetts, Sandra sheds light on the impacts of the devastating acc...
2022-06-101h 25
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPowerful Lessons from a WOC in Political Communications (with Stephanie L. Young)What is it like to work alongside President Obama in The White House, you ask? Tune in to find out! In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Stephanie L. Young, a Social Impact Strategist and Executive Director of When We All Vote, a non-partisan voting initiative created by Michelle Obama. Stephanie is on a mission is to change the culture of voting and to increase participation in each and every election to close the race and age gaps among voters. From The White House to NBC Universal to BET Networks, Stephanie h...
2022-05-1359 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPowerful Lessons from a WOC in Political Communications (with Stephanie L. Young)What is it like to work alongside President Obama in The White House, you ask? Tune in to find out! In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Stephanie L. Young, a Social Impact Strategist and Executive Director of When We All Vote, a non-partisan voting initiative created by Michelle Obama. Stephanie is on a mission is to change the culture of voting and to increase participation in each and every election to close the race and age gaps among voters. From The White House to NBC Universal to BET Networks, Stephanie h...
2022-05-1359 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/Dreena: How to Handle Disappointments During Your Career JourneyIn this TalkBack, Dreena talks about her experiences with disappointments along her career journey and how she got through, past and over them. Dreena is transparent about where she still struggles and provides tips how to survive disappointments on the road to success. Link to full episode:https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1560203/9401011-glowing-up-from-fox-news-to-black-love-with-codie-elaine.mp3?download=true About the Host:Dreena Whitfield has a proven ability to create tangible outcomes that hel...
2022-04-1208 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/Dreena: How to Handle Disappointments During Your Career JourneyIn this TalkBack, Dreena talks about her experiences with disappointments along her career journey and how she got through, past and over them. Dreena is transparent about where she still struggles and provides tips how to survive disappointments on the road to success. Link to full episode:https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1560203/9401011-glowing-up-from-fox-news-to-black-love-with-codie-elaine.mp3?download=true About the Host:Dreena Whitfield has a proven ability to create tangible outcomes that hel...
2022-04-1208 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/Dreena: Why You Need to Prioritize Yourself Just as Much as Your ClientsIn this TalkBack, Dreena talks candidly about the importance of setting boundaries and consistently prioritizing your own self-care, especially if you’re in the public relations industry.What are some little things that you can do to keep you centered and present in your daily life and stay aligned with your mission? Tune in to learn Dreena’s tips and insights!“You’re juggling a lot of projects, you’re managing multiple things at once and I’m sure your self-care is shot, but you have to prioritize yourself.”- Dreena Whit...
2022-03-1511 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTalkBack w/Dreena: Why You Need to Prioritize Yourself Just as Much as Your ClientsIn this TalkBack, Dreena talks candidly about the importance of setting boundaries and consistently prioritizing your own self-care, especially if you’re in the public relations industry.What are some little things that you can do to keep you centered and present in your daily life and stay aligned with your mission? Tune in to learn Dreena’s tips and insights!“You’re juggling a lot of projects, you’re managing multiple things at once and I’m sure your self-care is shot, but you have to prioritize yourself.”- Dreena Whit...
2022-03-1511 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Radical Activist and CEO That Helped Turn Georgia Blue (with Nse Ufot)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Nsé Ufot, an activist, community organizer, and CEO of The New Georgia Project, a voter support and legal action nonprofit organizationthat’s registering and engaging voters across Georgia. Listen in to gain insight into Nsé’s world and how she has evolved from behavioral researcher at Zoo Atlanta to a CEO handpicked byStacey Abrams. You’ll learn how Oprah paid for Nsé’s college tuition, what it felt like to turn Georgia blue, and how The New Georgia Project is so successful in registering and mobilizing y...
2022-03-0854 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Radical Activist and CEO That Helped Turn Georgia Blue (with Nse Ufot)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Nsé Ufot, an activist, community organizer, and CEO of The New Georgia Project, a voter support and legal action nonprofit organizationthat’s registering and engaging voters across Georgia. Listen in to gain insight into Nsé’s world and how she has evolved from behavioral researcher at Zoo Atlanta to a CEO handpicked byStacey Abrams. You’ll learn how Oprah paid for Nsé’s college tuition, what it felt like to turn Georgia blue, and how The New Georgia Project is so successful in registering and mobilizing y...
2022-03-0854 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGrowing a Business While Working in Corporate America (with Yolanda Williams)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Yolanda Williams, CEO and Co-founder of the natural skincare line, Cream Blends, and Owner and Chief Content Officer of DISTINCT Life Creative Agency. Yolanda is killin’ the game as an entrepreneur, mother, fitness influencer, and creative director, so let’s learn how she got here.Ever since she was a little girl, Yolanda has been painting a colorful vision for her future. From dreaming of being a writer and hosting poetry open mic nights in high school, to self-publishing a memoir, Yolanda has always been...
2022-03-011h 15How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGrowing a Business While Working in Corporate America (with Yolanda Williams)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Yolanda Williams, CEO and Co-founder of the natural skincare line, Cream Blends, and Owner and Chief Content Officer of DISTINCT Life Creative Agency. Yolanda is killin’ the game as an entrepreneur, mother, fitness influencer, and creative director, so let’s learn how she got here.Ever since she was a little girl, Yolanda has been painting a colorful vision for her future. From dreaming of being a writer and hosting poetry open mic nights in high school, to self-publishing a memoir, Yolanda has always been...
2022-03-011h 15
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFighting for Abolition, Healing with Art, and Starting the Black Lives Matter Movement (with Patrisse Khan-Cullors)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes artist, freedom fighter, New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of Black Lives Matter and founder of Dignity and Power Now, Patrisse Khan-Cullors! Listen in as she divulges what made her become an activist, how she’s dealt with backlash from non-supporters, and what inspired her to further pursue art and writing after years of front-line activism.Patrisse has been defiant since DAY 1. She’s always wanted to change the lives of her community and her family. From organizing the youth community through The Bus Ride...
2022-02-2236 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldFighting for Abolition, Healing with Art, and Starting the Black Lives Matter Movement (with Patrisse Khan-Cullors)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes artist, freedom fighter, New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of Black Lives Matter and founder of Dignity and Power Now, Patrisse Khan-Cullors! Listen in as she divulges what made her become an activist, how she’s dealt with backlash from non-supporters, and what inspired her to further pursue art and writing after years of front-line activism.Patrisse has been defiant since DAY 1. She’s always wanted to change the lives of her community and her family. From organizing the youth community through The Bus Ride...
2022-02-2236 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTurning Your Passion Into a Money-Making Empire (with Melissa Chanel)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Melissa Chanel, lifestyle blogger, content creator, sneaker connoisseur, and Founder and Creator of Kicks and Fros, a kick community for Black and brown women. On top of all that, she’s also the Head of Global Community & Communications at Cantu. Listen in as Melissa shares about her love of sneakers and the steps she took to establish herself as a Black female influencer in the sneaker, fashion, and lifestyle space.Melissa highlights the power of building and nurturing community, what led her to create me...
2022-02-0849 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldTurning Your Passion Into a Money-Making Empire (with Melissa Chanel)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Melissa Chanel, lifestyle blogger, content creator, sneaker connoisseur, and Founder and Creator of Kicks and Fros, a kick community for Black and brown women. On top of all that, she’s also the Head of Global Community & Communications at Cantu. Listen in as Melissa shares about her love of sneakers and the steps she took to establish herself as a Black female influencer in the sneaker, fashion, and lifestyle space.Melissa highlights the power of building and nurturing community, what led her to create me...
2022-02-0849 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThriving as a Creative Powerhouse for Good (with Eunique Jones Gibson)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Eunique Jones Gibson, innovator, creator, culture leader, and founder of Because of Them We Can, Culture Tags, and Culture Brands. Listen in as Eunique sheds light on her journey to becoming a social activist, entrepreneur, and creative powerhouse for good.After leaving the corporate marketing world and experiencing a life-altering car accident, Eunique became very intentional with her life and the purpose she has: hustling to amplify the good on a daily basis.“Once I figured out a way to...
2022-02-011h 03How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThriving as a Creative Powerhouse for Good (with Eunique Jones Gibson)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Eunique Jones Gibson, innovator, creator, culture leader, and founder of Because of Them We Can, Culture Tags, and Culture Brands. Listen in as Eunique sheds light on her journey to becoming a social activist, entrepreneur, and creative powerhouse for good.After leaving the corporate marketing world and experiencing a life-altering car accident, Eunique became very intentional with her life and the purpose she has: hustling to amplify the good on a daily basis.“Once I figured out a way to...
2022-02-011h 03
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGlowing Up from Fox News to Black Love (with Codie Elaine)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Codie Elaine, the TV and film producer known for directing Black Love, a docuseries showcasing the beauty of love in black couples. Codie gives insight for aspiring producers and filmmakers into how to create momentum in the film industry and how to get picked up by a production company without giving up creative ownership or direction. She also speaks on what it’s been like to produce content with her husband, Tommy Oliver, while raising a family and thriving as a mompreneur.But first, Co...
2022-01-251h 01How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldGlowing Up from Fox News to Black Love (with Codie Elaine)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Codie Elaine, the TV and film producer known for directing Black Love, a docuseries showcasing the beauty of love in black couples. Codie gives insight for aspiring producers and filmmakers into how to create momentum in the film industry and how to get picked up by a production company without giving up creative ownership or direction. She also speaks on what it’s been like to produce content with her husband, Tommy Oliver, while raising a family and thriving as a mompreneur.But first, Co...
2022-01-251h 01
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldStaying Current, Pivoting Your Business, & Championing Black Women’s Health (with Jewel Bush)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes jewel bush, award-winning journalist, communications strategist, and subject matter expert with GirlTrek, the largest public health non-profit for African American women and girls in the United States. Through GirlTrek, jewel is inspiring black women to walk in their neighborhoods for radical self-care and healing. Pursuing her interests in writing, journalism, and storytelling, jewel has become the “Clarence Avant” of public relations and strategic communications. Listen in as she shares her candid thoughts on the value of storytelling, especially for communities of color, along with her e...
2022-01-1857 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldStaying Current, Pivoting Your Business, & Championing Black Women’s Health (with Jewel Bush)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes jewel bush, award-winning journalist, communications strategist, and subject matter expert with GirlTrek, the largest public health non-profit for African American women and girls in the United States. Through GirlTrek, jewel is inspiring black women to walk in their neighborhoods for radical self-care and healing. Pursuing her interests in writing, journalism, and storytelling, jewel has become the “Clarence Avant” of public relations and strategic communications. Listen in as she shares her candid thoughts on the value of storytelling, especially for communities of color, along with her e...
2022-01-1857 min
Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & FitnessHaving A Kind Kitchen with Dreena BurtonIn this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dreena Burton all about her kind kitchen and pressure-free, no stress cooking. First, we catch up with her and see how she and her children navigated plant-based living over the last 6 years while they were teens. Then we talk about ways for making plant-based cooking pressure-free with batch cooking ideas, the use of sauces, and ideas for things to freeze you may not have thought about before. Dreena gives some ideas for home and school lunches as well as shares some of her favourite recipes from her new cookbook...
2021-10-1933 min
Pivot! A Vegan Business Interview SeriesEp. 73: Dreena Burton, OG vegan cookbook author - Dreena’s Kind Kitchen“Sometimes we forget and fall into our routines. And food is totally a habit. Food is a learned habit. Our diet is very much a learned skill that we build over time and we grow with. We change, and we may start cooking with new ingredients. Or maybe we have a food allergy that comes up from time to time, and then we have to start using different foods because we are consuming one thing for a long time and our body's resisting it.There's a saying that if you find one recipe in a cookbook that yo...
2021-10-1139 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDreena Burton - Cooking with KindnessRip has a warm and delightful conversation with chef and plant-based cookbook author extraordinaire, Dreena Burton. Dreena, who hails from Canada, has just released her sixth book, Dreena's Kind Kitchen, and she and Rip dive deep into some of the thought, love, simplicity, and kindness that went into developing these new recipes. Dreena’s Kind Kitchen delivers over 100 whole foods/oil-free plant-based recipes that you can turn to time and again. These recipes were developed for real-life dining: meals with family, meals on your own, snacks, and baked goods to fuel your busy days. All the...
2021-09-301h 12
Dreams In DriveHow Dreena Whitfield Trusted Her Instincts & Built An Award-Winning PR Agency From The Ground UpWhen Dreena Whitfield was a child, she wanted to be a singer. Eventually, that dream changed - with Dreena combining her love of politics, storytelling, and media - in search of the career and lifestyle that would fit her talent and interests best. Dreena shares how she made her dream of running her own PR agency, WhitPR, come true - and what 10 years of challenges, successes, and lessons learned looks like. She also dives into how she manages it all as a mompreneur and what tips she has for other dream drivers who are giving their all fo...
2021-08-0347 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Art of Black Women’s Street Style Photography (With Taylor Baldwin)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Taylor Baldwin, a lifestyle photographer based in Philadelphia. Her work has been featured on Essence Magazine and different digital platforms like BET, Refinery29, XOnecole, ASOS, Time magazine, and many others. From switching majors and schools in her junior year of college to starting art school from scratch, Taylor juggled being a student, a mom, and a corporate event planner while still pursuing her love for art photography. She’s here to share her story!Taylor speaks on how she fell in love with photographing black women’s stre...
2021-04-2847 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldThe Art of Black Women’s Street Style Photography (With Taylor Baldwin)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Taylor Baldwin, a lifestyle photographer based in Philadelphia. Her work has been featured on Essence Magazine and different digital platforms like BET, Refinery29, XOnecole, ASOS, Time magazine, and many others. From switching majors and schools in her junior year of college to starting art school from scratch, Taylor juggled being a student, a mom, and a corporate event planner while still pursuing her love for art photography. She’s here to share her story!Taylor speaks on how she fell in love with photographing black women’s stre...
2021-04-2847 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMaking an Impact Through Real Estate Investment and Development (with Jessica Myers)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Jessica Myers, an entrepreneur, real estate developer and investor, and one of the youngest black hotel owners in the hospitality industry. From dreaming of being a TV news anchor to realizing her passion for real estate, Jessica has always wanted to make an impact on as many people as she can and she’s here to tell you how she’s doing it.Jessica speaks on how her education in journalism and participation in several work experience programs, including her roles at Fox News and The Nick Cann...
2021-04-2148 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMaking an Impact Through Real Estate Investment and Development (with Jessica Myers)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Jessica Myers, an entrepreneur, real estate developer and investor, and one of the youngest black hotel owners in the hospitality industry. From dreaming of being a TV news anchor to realizing her passion for real estate, Jessica has always wanted to make an impact on as many people as she can and she’s here to tell you how she’s doing it.Jessica speaks on how her education in journalism and participation in several work experience programs, including her roles at Fox News and The Nick Cann...
2021-04-2148 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPeople-Focused Entrepreneurship: From Nurse to Tech Savvy Businesswoman (with Tanya Sam)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Tanya Sam, star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, a tech startup hub and venture capital fund, and Founder of The Ambition Fund, an investment company focused on funding businesses founded by women and minority entrepreneurs.Tanya peels back her many layers to shed light on her education in genetics and nursing, her transition into the tech industry, her awe-inspiring philanthropy efforts, and how the covid-19 pandemic has deeply affected her. Tanya shares how she got onto The...
2021-04-1545 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldPeople-Focused Entrepreneurship: From Nurse to Tech Savvy Businesswoman (with Tanya Sam)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Tanya Sam, star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, a tech startup hub and venture capital fund, and Founder of The Ambition Fund, an investment company focused on funding businesses founded by women and minority entrepreneurs.Tanya peels back her many layers to shed light on her education in genetics and nursing, her transition into the tech industry, her awe-inspiring philanthropy efforts, and how the covid-19 pandemic has deeply affected her. Tanya shares how she got onto The...
2021-04-1545 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMaking It as a Creative in The Entertainment Industry (with Gina Charbonnet)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Gina Charbonnet, an entertainment industry veteran. She’s the founder and owner of GeChar, an entertainment and production agency where she has produced events for ESSENCE, BET, NAACP, National Democratic Committee, Converse, among many others. Listen in as Gina shares her journey in the entertainment industry and especially as the executive producer of the ESSENCE festival’s Empowerment Experience Stage. Gina always imagined herself doing something creative with her life; she recalls when she first fell in love with the film industry and how it changed her perspective on what...
2021-04-0754 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldMaking It as a Creative in The Entertainment Industry (with Gina Charbonnet)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Gina Charbonnet, an entertainment industry veteran. She’s the founder and owner of GeChar, an entertainment and production agency where she has produced events for ESSENCE, BET, NAACP, National Democratic Committee, Converse, among many others. Listen in as Gina shares her journey in the entertainment industry and especially as the executive producer of the ESSENCE festival’s Empowerment Experience Stage. Gina always imagined herself doing something creative with her life; she recalls when she first fell in love with the film industry and how it changed her perspective on what...
2021-04-0754 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldHomemade Success: Building a Disruptive Product Line from Scratch (with Calvin Quallis)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Calvin Quallis, Founder and CEO of Scotch Porter, an award-winning male grooming brand that places wellness as a priority for men.Not too long ago, Calvin left a comfortable, yet unfulfilling corporate career to start a small barber shop in his neighborhood, just as his mother had done when he was a kid. Listen in as Calvin shares about the challenges of the entrepreneurial journey that led to the creation of Scotch Porter, including the difficulty and uncertainty of starting a product line in...
2021-04-0148 minHow I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldHomemade Success: Building a Disruptive Product Line from Scratch (with Calvin Quallis)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Calvin Quallis, Founder and CEO of Scotch Porter, an award-winning male grooming brand that places wellness as a priority for men.Not too long ago, Calvin left a comfortable, yet unfulfilling corporate career to start a small barber shop in his neighborhood, just as his mother had done when he was a kid. Listen in as Calvin shares about the challenges of the entrepreneurial journey that led to the creation of Scotch Porter, including the difficulty and uncertainty of starting a product line in...
2021-04-0148 min
How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldRacism in Public Health and Medicine & What You Need to Know About the Covid-19 Vaccines (with Dr. Chris Pernell)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Dr. Chris Pernell, a dynamic physician leader, health and wellness visionary, and social change agent. She’s a charismatic and leading voice in preventative medicine and public health and is currently working as a senior executive in a hospital in New Jersey. Chris is here to talk about her journey and her mission of educating the black and brown communities about the Covid-19 vaccines.Chris grew up in a New Jersey school that lacked diversity, yet she knew and saw black excellence in her co...
2021-03-241h 17How I Got Here with Dreena WhitfieldRacism in Public Health and Medicine & What You Need to Know About the Covid-19 Vaccines (with Dr. Chris Pernell)In this episode of How I Got Here, Dreena welcomes Dr. Chris Pernell, a dynamic physician leader, health and wellness visionary, and social change agent. She’s a charismatic and leading voice in preventative medicine and public health and is currently working as a senior executive in a hospital in New Jersey. Chris is here to talk about her journey and her mission of educating the black and brown communities about the Covid-19 vaccines.Chris grew up in a New Jersey school that lacked diversity, yet she knew and saw black excellence in her co...
2021-03-241h 17