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Most Innovative CompaniesThe ultra-cheap car company backed by Jeff BezosOn today's episode, co-hosts Yasmin Gagne and Josh Christensen discuss the latest news in the world of business and innovation. [0:50]
Next, Yasmin and Josh talk to Fast Company Global Design Editor Mark Wilson and Fast Company producer and Founder & President of Founders International Network, Hauwa Otori, about the new Michigan EV automobile company, Slate Auto, and its efforts to create a more affordable electric vehicle. [6:10]
Finally, Yasmin speaks to Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone about integrating the AI platform Artifact into Yahoo News. [28:36]
For more of the la...2025-05-0958 min
Afros & Audio Interview SeriesAfros & Audio's Black History Month Interview Series with Hauwa OtoriTalib Jasir chats with Hauwa Otori, host of The Building Black podcast, as part of Afros & Audio's Black History Month Interview Series. Hauwa's narrative-style podcast chronicles the inspiring and often untold experiences of Black builders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs from all around the world. Hauwa's goal as an entrepreneur is to support and encourage other builders by sharing the stories of successful Black builders and the lessons they've learned along the way. Discover how Hauwa's podcast journey has allowed her to follow her passion and fulfill one of her life's purposes. Being able to interact with f...2023-03-0427 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriWhat We're Focusing on in 2023In this episode, the Building Black Podcast’s host shares our 2023 theme word and how we got here!2023-01-1902 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Dr. Angelique Johnson Unintentionally Founded MEMStim, LLC.Dr. Angelique Johnson is the Founder & CEO of MEMStim LLC, a Kentucky-based startup that develops a fully automated, low cost, advanced manufacturing process for implantable nerve stimulators. In this episode, Dr. Angelique details how her upbringing put her on a path to math and science to discover her passion for innovating at the intersection of medicine and technology.2022-03-1027 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow an Early Discovery Led Anthony Frasier to Build ABF CreativeAnthony Frasier is the founder and CEO of ABF Creative, an award-winning, audio first company that’s produced podcasts for the likes of Essence Magazine as well as programming like African Folktales series, which is a collection of traditional bedtime stories originating in Africa for kids today. In this episode, Anthony discusses how discovering computers and gaming in his childhood set him on a path of entrepreneurship that ultimately led him to launching ABF Creative. 2022-02-1130 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Ifeoma Ozoma Changed Workers' Rights for 40 Million PeopleIfeoma Ozoma is the Founder and Principal of Earthseed, a consulting firm that advises individuals, organizations, and companies on tech accountability, public policy, and health misinformation among other topics. Within a year after leaving social media platform, Pinterest, she set out on a year-long campaign to fight for workers’ rights in California, specifically for people to maintain their freedom to speak up against racial discrimination in the workplace. Now, the Silenced No More Act does just that for 40 million workers in California. She’s on a mission to scale this nationally and globally. It’s a story of redemption. 2022-01-2724 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow We Are Stepping into 2022: A Holiday MessageIn this episode, the Building Black Podcast’s host, Hauwa Otori, looks back at 2021 and shares a brief holiday message. And, she also reveals our 2022 theme word!2021-12-2405 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Marcel Benson Makes the Most of His Time with the Benson Watch CompanyMarcel Benson is the Founder of the Benson Watch Company. The company’s slogan is “Time should be spent doing what you love.” Marcel left a career in consulting to pursue his love and passion for watches. In the four years since deciding to pursue his company full time, the Benson Watch Company has developed its own pieces, been covered by major publications like the New York Times, and recently leveraged an equity crowdfunding platform to help fund the business. It’s a story of letting go of other people’s expectations to follow your passion to...2021-12-0230 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Nohoa Arcanjo's Trials Led Her to Creators.LLCNohoa Arcanjo is the Co-Founder and Growth Leader of CREATORS, Trusted Creative Net (Creators.LLC), a Brazilian platform that connects independent creators and creative talent with companies who need their support. Nohoa initially pursued the business side of the fashion industry before transitioning to a marketing career and then ultimately finding her path to entrepreneurship. It’s a story of pursuing your interests, trying out new things, and being okay with quitting to achieve your goals.2021-11-1818 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriBuilding Black Podcast Season 2 is Coming Soon!The second season of the Building Black Podcast with Hauwa Otori is on its way! We’re excited to bring you even more incredible stories of Black builders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs from around the globe who are building successful businesses across various industries. Don’t miss it!2021-11-0300 min
Why Wait?Hauwa Otori: The Building Black PodcastHauwa Otori is an author, journalist, and host of the Building Black Podcast, a narrative-style podcast that tells in-depth stories of Black builders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs from around the globe who are building successful businesses and organizations. Hauwa joins me to talk about starting this new podcast, her interests in storytelling, and her motivation to inspire and foster connection amongst her listeners.
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Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Chris Bennett Empowers Educators with WonderschoolChris Bennett is the co-founder and CEO of Wonderschool, a platform that supports educators in starting early child care programs out of their homes. Chris started his entrepreneurial journey as a kid growing up in Miami with side hustles ranging from selling baseball cards online to selling spring break trips in high school. He found a sense of belonging in San Francisco. In 2016, he identified an opportunity to provide quality early child care programs in local communities through Wonderschool.2021-03-1823 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Adeshina Adewumi’s Setbacks Led to Building One Kiosk AfricaAdeshina Adewumi is the founder and CEO of One Kiosk Africa, a Nigerian e-commerce platform that connects local store owners with customers based on location. Think Instacart for the African continent. In this episode, you’ll learn about Adeshina’s story of how he pushed through his setbacks, created side hustles, learned lessons, and ultimately launched his startup to bring convenience and value to his community. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com.2021-03-0427 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Founder & CEO Jehiel Oliver Lucked into Building Hello TractorJehiel Oliver is the founder and CEO of Hello Tractor, a social enterprise agriculture business that connects tractor owners and farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa through a farm equipment sharing app. Prior to this, the Ohio native had a career in traditional finance. In this episode, learn how luck played a role in his transition from finance to building Hello Tractor halfway across the world. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com. 2021-02-1829 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Serial Entrepreneur Everette Taylor is Stepping into his Second Act as Artsy's Chief Marketing OfficerEverette Taylor is the Chief Marketing Officer of Artsy, an online platform for discovering, buying and selling fine art. Prior to this role, Everette built a career as a serial entrepreneur starting at 19 years old. Learn more about how Everette is stepping into his second act - addressing inequities in the art industry and democratizing art. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com.2021-02-0423 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow Marie Farmer’s Mini Mealtimes is Making Nutrition Advice Accessible for FamiliesMarie Farmer is the founder and CEO of Mini Mealtimes, a family nutrition app that provides parents with expert advice and guidance on their kids’ nutrition. Learn how Marie transitioned from a digital advertising career to unintentionally becoming an entrepreneur on a mission to democratize nutrition information for families. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com.2021-01-2122 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriHow the Founder of The Plug, Sherrell Dorsey, is Building Her VisionSherrell Dorsey is the founder & CEO of The Plug, a subscription-based digital news and insights platform covering the Black innovation economy. Sherrell shares how she developed the confidence to turn her freelance reporting on Black tech news and her side newsletter project into a data-driven platform and why she made the decision to pursue it. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com. 2021-01-0726 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriFinding Alignment With Your Life PurposeIn this episode, Hauwa Otori (our host) explains her path to creating the Building Black Podcast with Hauwa Otori. She reflects on finding alignment with her life purpose - telling stories that inspire and move people to act. For this episode and more, join the Building Black Podcast community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com!2020-12-2406 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriCrowns & Hops: Beny Ashburn & Teo HunterBeny Ashburn and Teo Hunter are the co-founders of Crowns & Hops, a Black-owned craft beer company. They each share their paths that led them to teaming up to create space and community for Black and Brown people in the craft beer industry. For more on the Building Black Podcast with Hauwa Otori, join our community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com. 2020-12-1037 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriCazza - Lenoria AddisonAbout a year and a half ago, Lenoria Addison decided to launch her clean beauty brand called Cazza. In this episode, Lenoria shares her journey from medicine to the beauty industry. It's a story about following your passions.2020-11-2514 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriBeauty by Mariama - Mariama DashiellIn 2016, Mariama Dashiell left her home state of Texas for Los Angeles to grow her brand - Beauty by Mariama. Her journey wasn't all glitz and glam. Now four years later, Mariama is a successful celebrity hairstylist and is building a beauty brand that represents blackness, resilience, and power. Join our community at www.buildingblackpodcast.com. 2020-11-1217 min
Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriIntroducing the Building Black Podcast with Hauwa OtoriIntroducing the Building Black Podcast with Hauwa Otori. This podcast is about Black builders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs from around the globe who are building successful business across various industries.2020-10-1700 min