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Rich LessonsRICH Takes!!! BET Layoffs, AI Data Centers Impact on the Environment(and the South), Women Uber Drivers Only, 300K Blk Women Laid OffWelcome to Rich Takes, a new Thursday-ish segment from Rich Lessons, our unfiltered spin on hot takes, delivered in 15 minutes or less. Each week or every other week we're undecided, we break down the headlines shaping our world and our wallets. In this episode, we’re digging into the staggering exit of 300,000 Black women from the workforce over the last 90 days, the recent BET layoffs and what they signal for Black media, a growing interest in women-only Uber drivers and what that says about safety in the gig economy, and the rising impact of AI data centers on electricity, th...2025-07-3118 minRich LessonsHot Takes !!! Essence Fest(we were there), Our First GRITS Dinner, and The Future of Concerts✨ New Episode Alert! ✨In this episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena are dishing out some hot takes from Essence Fest — was it really a debacle, or just social media spin? They’re also sharing behind-the-scenes insights from their very first GRITS Dinner, exclusively for our newsletter subscribers and amazing women business owners and entrepreneurs.Plus, they’re diving into the future of concerts: How are folks affording back-to-back shows? And should Beyoncé take a break after Act II? 👀Tune in for this lighthearted, fun, and honest conversation. Listen now and subscribe wherever you get your p...2025-07-1537 min
Rich LessonsReRun!!! 10 Things I’d Teach My Younger Entrepreneur SelfWe're on a 2 week hiatus, so check out this episode from season 1! In this episode of Rich Lessons, Sheena and Sevetri share the top 10 mistakes they've made as entrepreneurs—and the powerful lessons learned from them. From the importance of execution over ideas to why cash flow is king, they break down what every founder needs to know. Tune in for honest insights on delegation, building the right team, and why resilience matters—but not at the cost of your mental health. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to avoid common pitfalls and feel seen in your journey, this episod...2025-07-0141 minRich LessonsBreaking the Cycle: Building Wealth, Self-Sabotage, and the Path to Power with Roy GlapionIn this episode, we sit down with Roy A Glapion, who sold his testing and engineering company which helped him build generational wealth for his family. Roy is here to discuss wealth in Black communities, how we build it, how we keep it, and why we're still miles apart from white communities due to everything from redlining to mindset. This is an episode sure to ruffle some feathers, but it also delivers the kind of real conversation we don't have enough in our communities on money and generational wealth. Subscribe and follow us on instagram @richlessonspodcast and on Youtube!2025-06-2456 minRich LessonsDear Aspiring Entrepreneur: The Truth About Starting a CompanyIn this episode, Sevetri and Sheena dive into the many layers of entrepreneurship that no one talks about. The pressure to perform, the loneliness at the top, the pivot moments and the real cost of chasing your dreams. This one's for anyone building something from the ground up or thinking about taking the leap into entrepreneurship. 2025-06-1736 minRich LessonsComedy, Church and Coming out with Rita BrentShe's worked with RIckey Smiley and wrote for Cedric the Entertainer for the Emmy's, so how does a girl from Mississippi go from the military to the mic? Comedian @ritabrentcomedy joins Sevetri and Sheena on this episode of Rich Lessons to share how she found her funny, took a leap of faith, and turned her talent into a full-time career. You don’t want to miss this one 👀 #RichLessons #GRITS #WomenInComedy #FromMississippiWithLove #RitaBrent2025-06-1051 minRich Lessons10 Business Ideas That Could Make you a MillionaireIn this episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena break down 10 business ideas they believe have the potential to generate six, seven, or even eight figures. From untapped markets to rising trends, they explore what each idea is, why it matters, and how they’d bring it to life. Whether you’re searching for your next big venture or just want to hear how two founders think through business opportunities, this episode delivers insight, strategy, and straight talk.Follow Rich Lessons on Instagram and YouTube for all things podcast relatedSubscribe to Rich Lessons on Apple, Spot...2025-06-0344 minRich LessonsShark Tank Winner Ashley Young on Building Bridal BabesOn this episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena travel to the DMV to interview Ashley Young, the co-founder, CEO, and lead stylist of Bridal Babes, a size-inclusive bridesmaid gown line. She launched the company with her husband, Charles, after struggling to find appropriate bridesmaid gowns for her wedding. Bridal Babes was featured on season 14 of ABC's Shark Tank and they received an investment from Skimms and Good American co-founder, Emma Grede. In this episode learn how she got picked for Shark Tank, if Emma is a good investor, how her and her husband are able to juggle building...2025-05-2744 minRich LessonsTwice Exceptional: Ronaldo Hardy on Leadership, Ministry and Thriving with ADHDIn this deeply personal episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena sit down with Ronaldo Hardy, a former finance executive turned national CEO, lead pastor, artist, and unapologetic “people builder.” Ronaldo opens up about what it means to lead with both vision and vulnerability while living with ADHD.He reflects on how the loss of his mother during the COVID-19 pandemic shook his world and reshaped his purpose. From navigating grief to embracing his divine calling, Ronaldo shares how ministry, leadership, and neurodivergence have come together to shape his identity, not as a limitation, but as a gift...2025-05-2051 minRich LessonsBonus Episode: LIVE from Dillard University with DU's 2025 Doctoral Honorees 🎓 It’s graduation season across the country, and in this special LIVE taping of Rich Lessons at Dillard University, Sheena and Sevetri sit down with two of Dillard University’s honorary doctorate recipients during commencement week.This episode is RICH in legacy, purpose, and power — featuring the untold stories of two phenomenal women who are breaking barriers and building futures.Christal M. Jackson is a distinguished social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and advocate for economic equity, renowned for her leadership in fostering inclusive wealth-building initiatives. ackson is the founder and CEO of Mosaic Genius, a social impact agency dedi...2025-05-1640 minRich LessonsRich Lessons with Ashley Fox: Making Wall Street Accessible for the 99%In this powerful episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena sit down with financial educator, entrepreneur, and former Wall Street analyst Ashley Fox, founder of Amplify, to discuss her journey from managing millions for the wealthy to democratizing financial education for everyday people. Ashley opens up about her personal struggles, rebuilding after setbacks, and how she's bridging the gap between Wall Street and the 99%.We dive deep into money mindset, investing for beginners, entrepreneurship challenges, and the importance of self-investment. Ashley shares candid insights on scaling a business, her love affair with Paris as a place of...2025-05-1349 minRich LessonsHow We Built a Podcast Studio—as Husband and WifeIn this episode of Rich Lessons, we sit down with Timothy and Melodie Simmons, the powerhouse duo behind JourneyWell. From launching the brand in 2016 to opening a brand-new studio and office space, they share how grit, God, and vision fueled their path.Tim shares how his roots in Baton Rouge and passion for empowering creators led to the birth of JourneyWell. Melodie brings her brilliance in branding, design, and joyful energy to the table—making them an unstoppable team.Tune in for a real conversation about building something bigger than business: a mission to uplift cr...2025-05-0645 minRich LessonsReality Check: Tariff’s, Classism, and America’s FutureIn this episode, we dig into the hidden costs of global trade and who really pays the price. We break down how tariffs and shifting trade policies between the U.S. and China are reshaping the future for small businesses, from rising costs to supply chain hurdles. But we don't stop there: we also dive into the growing online debate around fake designer bags, exposing how classism and capitalism are deeply embedded in what we consume and how we judge it. Tune in for a real conversation about entrepreneurship, economics, and the complicated relationship between status, goods, and globalization.2025-04-2934 minRich LessonsElegance by Ace: Behind the Scenes of a Luxury Wedding PlannerToday marks Sevetri’s 2nd wedding anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than by pulling back the curtain on the big day? We’re joined by Anissa Coleman, CEO of Elegance by Ace and the mastermind behind Sevetri’s wedding, to talk all things luxury wedding planning. From budgets to vendor wrangling, tune in as we break down the true cost, time, and talent it takes to bring a high-end wedding to life. Whether you're planning your own or just love a good behind-the-scenes moment, this episode breaks it all down and be sure to watch the video on You...2025-04-2256 minRich LessonsFrom Teacher to Boutique Owner: How Tia Whittington Built H Kyle From ScratchIn this inspiring episode of Rich Lessons, we sit down with entrepreneur and boutique owner Tia Whittington, the powerhouse behind H Kyle Boutique. From the classroom to the fashion world, Tia shares how she went from teaching preschool to building a thriving e-commerce business while being a mom, wife, and one-woman show.She opens up about her journey from substitute teaching to launching on Etsy, surviving the pandemic with scripture-inspired apparel, transitioning from brick-and-mortar to online, and how she bootstrapped her way to success without investors.If you’ve ev...2025-04-1541 minRich LessonsThe Cost of Success: What No One Tells You About Having More: ( More Money, More Knowledge, More to Give, and More for Others to Take)On this episode, Sevetri and Sheena dive into the “cost of success”—or better yet, what no one tells you about having more: more money, more knowledge, more to give, and more for others to take. They share personal reflections on how success can bring unexpected challenges, from emotional burnout to shifting relationships, and why boundaries become more essential than ever.2025-04-0851 minRich LessonsSeason 2 of Rich Lessons is here !Sevetri and Sheena are back and leveling ALL the way up with new guests, in-studio vibes, and the realest convos yet.This season, they are diving into everything from generational wealth and the good (and bad) of money, to protecting yourself and your business — and yes, even marriage and relationships.Hit follow on your favorite podcast platform + subscribe on YouTube.Lock in. Subscribe. Tell a friend. Let’s make this the biggest season of Rich Lessons yet!2025-04-0700 minRich LessonsIntroducing GRITS: Our New Community for Entrepreneurs and CreatorsWelcome to GRITS!If you’re new here, allow us to introduce ourselves. We’re Sevetri and Sheena — two entrepreneurs who’ve spent years navigating the ups, downs, and wild in-betweens of building companies. Together, we’ve raised tens of millions in funding, participated in the world’s top accelerators, solved tough problems, and learned plenty of hard-won lessons along the way.And now, we’re excited to welcome you to GRITS — the ultimate space for entrepreneurs to learn, build, and scale. Whether you're launching your first venture, scaling an existing business, or growing a side hustle, GRI...2025-04-0115 min
Rich LessonsNo Tech Co-Founder? Ismail Akintunde Has a Solution for YouAkintunde Ismail Maiyegun has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Akintunde Ismail co-founded Big Wolf Games, a mobile gaming developer and publisher, where they served as the Chairman/CEO and helped raise funding and establish partnerships. Akintunde Ismail also co-founded Hingeto, an online retailer platform, where they held the role of CTO which was later acquired by Di-Central. Ismail is probably best known to Sevetri as the "hitmaker" for his role in helping non-technical founders launch their companies with ease. 2025-03-1837 min
Rich LessonsThe Healthy CEO: Fasting, Fitness, and Fighting Back Against BurnoutIn this episode of Rich Lessons, hosts Sevetri and Sheena dive into the ups and downs of maintaining physical health as entrepreneurs. They discuss how stress, anxiety, and grind culture affect sleep, weight, and overall well-being. Sevetri shares her personal experiences with fluctuating weight, anxiety-induced health struggles, and holistic approaches like acupuncture and fasting. The hosts also explore the challenges of staying fit while traveling, practical strategies for incorporating movement into daily routines, and the importance of consistency in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Tune in for insights on balancing ambition with self-care.2025-03-1140 min
Rich LessonsCape Town, Paradise on Hulu, and the Price of Being a Grown-Up in 2025In this episode, Sevetri and Sheena catch up on life, career moves, and upcoming travels! Sheena shares her journey of rebuilding in 2025, while Sevetri preps for her Cape Town trip with the Henry Crown Fellowship.They also dive into Paradise with Sterling K. Brown, Severance, and Silo, plus their love-hate relationship with streaming services. And of course, Mardi Gras, birthday plans, and Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour madness make the conversation even livelier!2025-03-0438 min
Rich LessonsNetworking Up vs. Networking Across – What REALLY Works?In this episode of Rich Lessons with Sevetri and Sheena, we dive into the art of networking—how to get in the right rooms, build meaningful connections, and leverage opportunities. Whether you're an introvert navigating new spaces or looking to network up and across, we share insights, personal experiences, and practical tips to help you expand your circle and maximize your opportunities. Plus, a fun detour into Mardi Gras traditions and the king cake craze! Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation.2025-02-2539 min
Rich LessonsSherrell Dorsey on Selling Her Startup, Climate Tech, and Building WealthIn this Rich Lessons episode, hosts Sevetri and Sheena welcome their first guest, award-winning journalist and entrepreneur Sherrell Dorsey. She shares her journey from launching The Plug to its acquisition, dives into climate tech and sustainability, and explores Black innovation in business. Sherrell also discusses the future of work, and building wealth while making an impact. Tune in for insights on entrepreneurship, acquisitions, and purposeful innovation.2025-02-1151 min
Rich LessonsFrom DEI Chaos to Super Bowl Madness: Is America Falling Apart or Just DistractedAs January 2025 wraps up, we break down the major DEI rollbacks hitting corporate America, with Target at the center of the controversy. What does this mean for Black-owned businesses and diversity efforts moving forward?Plus, we discuss federal funding freezes, small business challenges, and the growing wealth gap. To close, we dive into Super Bowl excitement in New Orleans, its economic impact, and predictions for the Eagles vs. Chiefs showdown.Tune in for sharp insights and real talk!2025-02-0448 min
Rich LessonsWe Raised $55M in Venture Capital - But Would We Do It Again?In this episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri and Sheena dive into the realities of fundraising and bootstrapping for entrepreneurs. They explore the pros and cons of bootstrapping, from maintaining full control to the challenges of limited resources, and share personal stories of building businesses from the ground up. They also discuss navigating the complex world of venture capital, raising over $50 million, and learning from failures. Whether you're an aspiring founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights on scaling smartly, staying adaptable, and making strategic decisions about funding.2025-01-2851 min
Rich LessonsFrom Burn Out to Breakthrough: Rebuilding After Shutting Down a Company and ExitingAs we step into 2025, we're reflecting on the incredible journey that brought us here. In this episode of Rich Lessons, we're taking it back two years to 2023, when we both made the bold decision to transition out of our companies. Sevetri exited at CEO and Sheena made the hard decision to shutdown her company, CapWay. We'll talk about the pivotal moments that led to those changes, the lessons learned along the way, and how those decisions set the stage for the big goals we’re tackling this year. Whether you're looking to make a life-changing move or simply want so...2025-01-2145 min
Rich LessonsFrom Katrina to LA: Why We Can't Lose Our Communities AgainIn this special episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri Wilson and Sheena Allen discuss the recent tragedies affecting communities in LA, including wildfires and the impact of misinformation. They draw parallels to Hurricane Katrina, emphasizing the importance of community support, the challenges of navigating insurance claims, and the role of social media in disaster response. The conversation highlights the need for practical support, critiques of government response, and the emotional toll on affected individuals. They also provide resources for those impacted and encourage listeners to contribute meaningfully to recovery efforts.2025-01-1646 min
Rich LessonsI Lost Myself Building My First Company — This Is What It Cost MeIn this episode of Business Truths Pt. 2: Rich Lessons, we dive into candid stories about navigating entrepreneurship, the mental and financial challenges of building startups, and the rich lessons learned along the way. From pitching to investors and scaling ventures to the mental toll of leadership, our hosts share raw insights on the realities of business, personal growth, and resilience. Tune in for an honest conversation about overcoming setbacks, embracing lessons, and planning for the future.2025-01-1430 min
Rich LessonsHow Our Southern Upbringing Shaped Our Billion-Dollar VisionIn the first episode of Rich Lessons, Sevetri Wilson and Sheena Allen share their journeys from small-town roots in the South to becoming successful entrepreneurs. They discuss how they built their first companies, navigated challenges as Black women in tech, and transitioned from bootstrapped ventures to raising millions in venture capital.From pitching big ideas to learning the hard lessons of fundraising and accelerators, Sevetri and Sheena reflect on the wins, setbacks, and growth that shaped their paths. Join them as they launch Rich Lessons, a podcast about the valuable (and costly) experiences that define success.2025-01-0733 min
Rich LessonsIntroducing Rich Lessons
Welcome to Rich Lessons with Sevetri Wilson and Sheena Allen, where we cut through the noise and dive into the real conversations that matter. Brought to you by Grit: Girls Raised in the South, this podcast explores the hard truths, life lessons, and stories that shape us. From business to personal growth and everything in between, we’re keeping it raw, real, and most importantly, rich in lessons for the journey ahead.
Join us every week as we share our stories, bring on special guests who’ve inspired and shaped our lives, and build a comm...2024-12-2800 min
Guilty Privilege"Balance is a Myth" - Sevetri Wilson on The Art of Managing Career, Family, and FriendshipsIn this segment, Amber sits down with Sevetri Wilson, a powerhouse businesswoman, author, and friend, to discuss the art of juggling multiple roles and responsibilities. We explore how she manages her thriving career, personal life, and friendships without striving for the elusive "balance." Tune in as Sevetri shares her insights on prioritization, the importance of joy, and the critical role of grace in maintaining meaningful relationships.Listen to the full episode hereApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep6-resilience-raising-capital-how-to-be-an-ally/id1696548133?i=1000626036432Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2...2024-07-3003 min
More Rounds with Kim LewisEp.25 | Building your Board and Raising $40 Million Dollars | Ft. Sevetri WilsonJoin host Kim Lewis for an illuminating episode of the More Rounds Podcast, as she sits down with the dynamic tech entrepreneur, Sevetri Wilson, to unravel her remarkable journey from bootstrapped beginnings to venture capital success.With insightful anecdotes and invaluable lessons learned along the way, Sevetri shares her experiences of breaking into the tech industry and mastering her craft from scratch. From launching her first company in 2009 to navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, Sevetri's story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the transformative power of perseverance. Tune in as we delve into the...2024-03-1137 min
The Blackprint with Detavio SamuelsSevetri Wilson | The Blackprint With Detavio SamuelsSevetri Wilson shares her story of overcoming tremendous loss and defying the odds as a black woman tech founder. She talks about growing up in rural Louisiana, becoming the 15th black woman to raise over $1 million, and building multiple multimillion dollar companies. Wilson offers advice on execution, discipline, networking and finding the right partners. She emphasizes the importance of breaking generational curses and changing the trajectory for future generations.2023-10-3042 min
Guilty Privilege6: Resilience & Raising Capital: How To Be An Ally & Advocate In The Venture Capital Space with Serial Entrepreneur and Tech Founder Sevetri WilsonIn this episode, Amber Cabral sits down with Sevetri Wilson, a serial entrepreneur, tech founder of Resilia, author of Resilient, and ultimate wealth creator. Sevetri has raised millions in the venture capital space where Black Women have been woefully unrepresented, and in this episode, she talks to Amber about her own experience raising capital and what we can do to make the venture capital space more equitable. Join Sevetri as she shares powerful insights and useful tips on how to raise capital as a Black Woman. She also talks about the inspiration behind her new bo...2023-08-2931 min
"Let’s Talk STEM" with Dr. Calvin MackieSEVETRI WILSON, CEO/ Founder at Resilia Ep:4 S:2LET’S TALK STEM WITH DR. CALVIN MACKIE EXTOLS THE EXTRAORDINARY SEVETRI WILSON, A BLACK WOMAN WITH A FLOURISHING TECH COMPANY AND DREAMS THAT CAME TRUE NEW ORLEANS – The new episode of Let’s Talk STEM With Dr. Calvin Mackie spotlights the amazing journey of Sevetri Wilson, a Louisiana native who pursued her dreams. Wilson turned a desire to help non-profits succeed into a tech company that raised an astounding $50 million in venture capital, including $35 million in a Series B venture funding round. One of the single highest amounts ever raised by a Black female-operated technology company. What’s more, as...2023-01-1832 min
Powered AFEP 94: Permission to CEO + New NewsletterEpisode 94: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about his new newsletter and community called Permission to CEO. This newsletter is all about highlighting real stories and powerful lessons that will change the way you think, what you believe, and how you operate in life & business. Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. ...2022-11-1409 minPowered AFEP 93: Holiday Sales Challenge + Closing the SaleEpisode 93: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about the 3-Day Holiday Sales Challenge!! A Sales Challenge focused on helping you BOOST your sales during the holidays. "Last year, we made almost 1 Million Dollars during the holidays and I'm going to show you exactly how we did it, what worked and didn't work, and how you can set yourself up for success." If you're ready to join the challenge all the details are below... let's begin this week's podcast! Join the 3-Day Holiday Sales Challenge Here: https://start.poweryourlaunch.com/holiday-challenge ...2022-11-1140 minPowered AFEP 92: What Doesn't Work For My Life AnymoreEpisode 92: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about how you can ALWAYS choose to redefine what your life looks like moving forward. In this episode Abu highlights how you can begin defining the things that don't work for your life anymore and begin adding the things that will work... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.pow...2022-11-0714 minPowered AFEP 91: How I Hire Now Saves Me My Sanity + How to Evaluate HiresEpisode 91: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about HIRING. This is a big topic for small businesses because hiring is one of the most challenging things you can do and hiring the wrong person or agency can also put you out of business. In this episode, Abu talks about how he hires now and evaluates his hires vs what he used to do in the past... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a...2022-11-0412 minPowered AFEP 90: My Issues with Facebook (Meta)Episode 90: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) finally faces Facebook (Meta) on his main issues. There's been a silent back and fourth the last few years and Abu finally addresses his specific issues with how they manage the relationship. This is not personal, it's just a critique and Abu's version of what he thinks is happening... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Ou...2022-10-3116 minPowered AFEP 89: Khadija Bingham + How to Grow into a Big Business + Making ImpactEpisode 89: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) brings back Khadija Bingham (@MsMoneyHoney) and the conversion focuses on how should small businesses think about marketing at each stage of their growth. Abu's also answering some of the rapid fire questions Khadija is asking him on the fly. This is a really great interview especially if you're trying to figure out how you should spend your time and money when it comes to marketing... let's begin this week's podcast! Guest Links: Follow Khadija Bingham Instagram • Learn more about Money Honey Financial Services • Follow Khadija Bingh...2022-10-2818 minPowered AFEP 88: Advantages of being a SMALL business + MarketingEpisode 88: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the advantages of being a small business and why you need to use these advantages to get ahead. The reason why you don't want to "act" like a big business when you're growing... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuF...2022-10-2412 minPowered AFEP 87: Marketing is Important + Facebook AdsEpisode 87: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down why marketing is even more important for small businesses and what they usually get wrong when it comes to marketing their product or service business. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - 2022-10-2112 minPowered AFEP 86: BIG DIFFERENCE + Facebook Ads vs Tik Tok AdsEpisode 86: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the BIG DIFFERENCE between Facebook Ads vs Tik Tok ads, what you should consider when choosing which platform to focus on, and which platform provides the most conversions. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power...2022-10-1703 minPowered AFEP 85: Facebook Ads + How to Make Them Work + Black FridayEpisode 85: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down what you need to be aware of when marketing during the Black Friday Holiday and how to make Facebook Ads work for you. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - lear...2022-10-1415 minPowered AFEP 84: Mr. Beast Turned Down A $1 BILLION Offer For His YouTube Channels And BrandsEpisode 84: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down was it a smart decision for Mr.Beast to turn down $1 Billion Dollars, why it matters, and how much is Mr.Beast actually worth? Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - ...2022-10-1016 minPowered AFEP 83: Is Being TOO Available a Bad Thing?Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the pros and cons of being too available, how to navigate it, and the questions you need to be asking yourself in order to achieve maximum control of your time Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love...2022-10-0711 minPowered AFEP 82: Danielle P. Jeter: Marketing Mindset + Hiring + Growing a Business + Mastermind ConversationsEpisode 82: I was recently invited by a good friend Danielle P. Jeter (@dpjeter) to talk about Marketing to her community. This was a live conversation with myself (@theabufofanah) and we break down Mindset, Building a Business, Branding, Marketing, and Scaling. There were really a lot of gems and if you read in between the lines, you can take a lot of strategy away to implement in your own life and business. Links: Learn more about the Meetup2Millions Mastermind by Danielle Have a question? Click here to go to our...2022-09-301h 12Powered AFEP 81: Khadija Bingham: Exceeding Expectations, Leaving Goldman Sachs, & Doing the ImpossibleEpisode 81: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) interviews Khadija Bingham about transitions, how to establish a personal belief system, when she knew it was time to leave her job at Goldman Sachs to pursue her purpose, and how her relationship with her family continues to grow and inspire her. This was an amazing conversation with an amazing visionary. Links: Follow Khadija Bingham Instagram Learn more about Money Honey Services Follow Khadija Bingham on Twitter Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note...2022-09-2642 minPowered AFEP 80: Why DATA matters in Business + How to FALL in LOVE with the DATAEpisode 80: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the importance of DATA in your business - why we should collect it, how to use it to your advantage, and most importantly how to embrace it. Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator Learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. 2022-09-2307 minPowered AFEP 79: How to Manage Your "GRIND" Season + When Does the Grind End?Episode 79: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, When does the ‘GRIND’ end, and tips on how to manage your ‘grind’ seasons? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. -- Past guests on the Powered AF...2022-09-1905 minPowered AFEP 78: One Question Friday: Can Build My Brand without AdsEpisode 78: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, Can I build my brand without ads? Should I not focus on ads and do other things? How much does content play in building my brand? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, and craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscri...2022-09-1610 minPowered AFEP 77: Accepting our Most Limiting Beliefs + Breaking Your Beliefs SystemAbu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down why some people don’t succeed and others flourish. This week’s episode focuses on BELIEFS, why most people accept their most limiting beliefs and how to break our belief systems. Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered...2022-09-1218 minPowered AFEP 76: One Question Friday: How to Hire as You Grow Your BusinessEpisode 76: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, When should I begin to hire? What positions should I Hire First? Who should I hire? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. -- Past guests on the Powered AF Podcast includ...2022-09-0910 minPowered AFEP 75: One Question Friday: How to Pivot From One Idea to Another?Episode 75: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions by business owners looking to Pivot. How do I exactly pivot from one idea to another? Should I pivot? When is it time to pivot? --- Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, and craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. --- Pa...2022-09-0207 minPowered AFEP 74: Who Should I Hire? All About Assistants (Executive, Personal, Virtual)Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions by business owners looking to hire help. When should I hire an assistant? What’s the difference between an executive assistant vs a personal assistant, vs a virtual assistant? How do I hire an assistant? What’s the process? --- Links: With Salina a headhunter agency that sources remote, highly qualified, and adaptable employees for busy, remote-first entrepreneurs. This is what I used to recently hire an executive assistant for my business. Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. --- ...2022-08-2930 min
The Minor Detail PodcastNO.2 Trailblazing the Way for Entrepreneurs and Mobilizing the Black Community with Sevetri WilsonIn this episode, I'll be chatting with Sevetri Wilson, Author, Founder, and CEO of tech startup Resilia. Sevetri is an absolute force and it was an honor to hold space to talk about her journey of navigating entrepreneurship and the many experiences that have shaped her throughout. Sit back and enjoy as we dive into ALL things bootstrapping, balance, and (in) between. 2022-06-0848 min
Black Tech Green MoneyFLASHBACK - Scaling Non-Profits with Tech w/ Sevetri WilsonSevetri Wilson is a serial entrepreneur and founder at Resilia, a New Orleans based technology startup that helps nonprofit organizations increase capacity and enable enterprises that deploy billions of dollars scale their impact. On this episode, I talk with Sevetri about what the all-to-present bottlenecks and issues that keep non-profits from maximizing their impact, and how leveraging technology can help them grow, fundraise, and help more people. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https...2022-05-1741 min
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Genres: Career Development
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A Wall Street Journal Bestseller Discover how to overcome anything, bootstrap, and go from initial concept to Series A funding with this firsthand look at entrepreneurship Resilient delivers an invaluable collection of private journal entries mapping out a path from bootstrapping a multi-million dollar business to raising millions in Series A funding for another...2021-11-304h 46Get Best Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentResilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital by Sevetri WilsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/534752to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital
Author: Sevetri Wilson
Narrator: Machelle Williams
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 46 minutes
Release date: November 30, 2021
Genres: Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
A Wall Street Journal Bestseller Discover how to overcome anything, bootstrap, and go from initial concept to Series A funding with this firsthand look at entrepreneurship Resilient delivers an invaluable collection of private journal entries mapping out a path from bootstrapping a multi-million dollar business to raising millions in Series A funding for another...2021-11-304h 46
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Title: Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital
Author: Sevetri Wilson
Narrator: Machelle Williams
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 46 minutes
Release date: November 30, 2021
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
A Wall Street Journal Bestseller Discover how to overcome anything, bootstrap, and go from initial concept to Series A funding with this firsthand look at entrepreneurship Resilient delivers an invaluable collection of private journal entries mapping out a path from bootstrapping a multi-million dollar business to raising millions in Series A funding for...2021-11-304h 46
Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentResilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital by Sevetri WilsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/534752 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital Author: Sevetri Wilson Narrator: Machelle Williams Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 46 minutes Release date: November 30, 2021 Genres: Business & Career Development Publisher's Summary: A Wall Street Journal Bestseller Discover how to overcome anything, bootstrap, and go from initial concept to Series A funding with this firsthand look at entrepreneurship Resilient delivers an invaluable collection of private journal entries mapping out a path from bootstrapping a multi-million dollar business to raising millions in Series A funding...2021-11-3030 min
VEST Her PodcastBuilding Resiliency and Overcoming BiasSevetri Wilson is the Founder and CEO of Resilia, a technology company enabling nonprofits to increase capacity. She is also the Author of Resilient: How to overcome anything and build a million dollar business with or without capital. Prior to founding Resilia, at age 22, Sevetri bootstrapped her first company, Solid Ground Innovations, to seven figures without raising any outside funding. Since launching Resilia, Sevetri has raised more than $11M, making her one of only 50 Black women in the U.S. to have raised more than $10M in venture funding. Sevetri has been named a Rising Star on t...2021-11-0246 min
VEST Her Podcast#6 Building Resiliency and Overcoming Bias with Sevetri WilsonSevetri Wilson is the Founder and CEO of Resilia, a technology company enabling nonprofits to increase capacity. She is also the Author of Resilient: How to overcome anything and build a million dollar business with or without capital. Prior to founding Resilia, at age 22, Sevetri bootstrapped her first company, Solid Ground Innovations, to seven figures without raising any outside funding. Since launching Resilia, Sevetri has raised more than $11M, making her one of only 50 Black women in the U.S. to have raised more than $10M in venture funding. Sevetri has been named a Rising Star on t...2021-11-0246 min
Permission to CEOEP 10: How to Position Yourself for Opportunity, Government Contracts, New Orleans, and Why I Give Back With Sevetri WilsonSevetri Wilson is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of two companies, Solid Ground Innovations (SGI) and, most recently, Resilia, New Orleans based technology start up. Sevetri bootstrapped her first company, SGI, to seven figures with zero capital, and she raised over $3MM For her second company, Resilia, Which launched to the public in 2016. She is the first black woman in New Orleans to raise over $1MM in venture capital. In 2010, she was honored with the Nobel prize for public service, the Jefferson award and was featured in the Senate report to the White House on volunteerism in America...2021-10-041h 09
From Solid Ground To ResilientBuilding a CPG Company with Denise Woodard of Partake FoodsIn this podcast episode I’m happy to welcome Denise Woodard the CEO of Partake Foods for this bonus episode of season 1 sponsored by Phillips LatteGo Machine. When Vivienne, Denise's daughter, was diagnosed with severe food allergies as an infant, she came up short on healthy snacks that were safe to eat and delicious. Frustrated by the lack of options, Denise left her corporate job and set out to make her own. And that’s how Partake was born. To date Partake has raised over $6M in venture capital from the likes of CircleUp Growth Partners, Jay’z’s Fund Mar...2021-08-3129 min
More Equity31. More Equity: Sevetri Wilson of ResiliaWelcome to More Equity. Today, we’re bringing you a new episode from our Harlem Capital Angel Investor Series — uncovering the tips and tricks to angel investing from your favorite founders, operators, and venture capitalists.
Today I’ll be talking to — Sevetri Wilson, two time author, Founder & CEO of Resilia, a venture backed startup revolutionizing how nonprofits are maintained and how enterprises scale impact. In this episode, you’ll hear about how Sevetri’s journey starting a company at 22 led her to angel investing and realizing the importance of angel investors for diverse founders. She’ll share with listeners...2021-07-2633 min
Converge for Change: The Business of Social JusticeS3E1: Origins of the Non-Profit Sector Pt.1Converge for Change: The Business of Social Justice returns for Season 3, LIVE with Sevetri Wilson, Founder & CEO of Resilia and Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of Resilient. Tune in for a great conversation about the historical context of the non-profit sector, how companies like Resilia have used technology to help organizations scale-up, and the role non-profits play in racial equity.
2021-05-1529 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 13 Resilient Virtual Book Tour w/ Jason Mowatt of Trap KaraokeIn this episode of From Solid Ground To Resilient, Sevetri is discussing the book tour, the impact of Mother's Day and her late mother. This week she also bringing a special friend, Jason Mowatt, the founder and CEO of Trap Karaoke to discuss his early beginnings which put a halt to his 100 city tour last year, and the power of meditation. You can also get Sevetri's book or join the virtual book tour anytime at https://www.sevetriwilson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-05-1159 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 12 Resilient Virtual Tour w/ Jewel Burks SolomonCheck out this conversation with Sevetri and Jewel Burks Solomon! She’s what we call a Founder’s founder now turned investor. Why Jewel’s story is so important:1. She entered tech as an employee at Google after graduating Howard University2. She co-founded her first company Partpic which SOLD to Amazon3. Like most founders who exit, she then went to work at Amazon to full fill her obligation and help transition the company4. She started what she calls an “alternat...2021-04-2754 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 11 Resilient Book Day Launch LIVE w/Sheba TurkIn this episode Sevetri is discussing the book launch day of her new book Resilient which hit bookstores on Tuesday, April 6th. This episode also features a conversation that was recorded live from Bmike's Studio Be in New Orleans between Sevetri and WWLTV morning anchor Sheba Turk on the evening of her book launch day. Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital is available everywhere books are sold or visit www.sevetriwilson.com to get your copy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-04-1340 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 10 The Resilient Virtual Book Tour Is Here!On Sunday, we announced the Resilient virtual book tour! Over the next several weeks Sevetri Wilson will be in conversation with 12 different entrepreneurs, moguls, brand builders, and corporate execs giving a first-hand look at entrepreneurship at every level!!!One of the chapter’s in the book is called, “Coming From Where I’m From”, so to kick off the Resilient book tour, Sevetri Wilson will be sitting down with none other than one of the people “from where She’s from” who inspired her @masterp !!Go register at sevetriwilson.com/resilient-b...2021-03-3006 min
Angels LiveResilience - By the Female Founder Who Wrote a Book On ItTo Learn More About Resilia CLICK HERETo Connect to Sevetri Wilson on LINKEDIN CLICK HERETo Buy her book CLICK HERESeverti's website is HERELearn More About the ANGEL CAPITAL ASSOCIATION by CLICKING HEREGet Insurance Help From Angel Capital Association's Affinity Partner Warren Spiwak and IBTX/ACRISURE? CLICK HEREYou can email us at angelslivepodcast@gmail.com 2021-03-2319 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 9 Normalize Creating Wealth and Investing ft. Ashley FoxOn this Episode of From Solid Ground to Resilient Sevetri is discussing wealth creation and how she thinks about investing in stocks to Kanye West reaching $6B in net worth to investing and becoming financially savvy. This week Sevetri also welcomes Ashley Fox, the CEO of Empify, a company that creates financial education programs, and events that educate and empower people through financial literacy . Ashley is also the CEO of Wealthbuilders Community App a private community of 900+ people learning how to build wealth. If you follow Ashley you’ll often see her talk about ever...2021-03-2355 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 8 Coming From Where I'm From w/ Bimma WilliamsIn this episode it's Sevetri's birthday! Hear how she celebrated over the weekend. She also discusses going on Nasdaq for International Women's Day, and the release of her upcoming book Resilient on April 6th now available for pre-order! This weeks guest is no other than Sevetri's college friend Bimma Williams the creator of Claima Stories which is the #1 career podcast in the country right now! Bimma's career spans in apparel for 15 years + years where he led global strategy for the shoe brand Saucony Originals taking the unit from $13M to $50M in a short period while simultaneously building their socia...2021-03-1644 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 7 Everybody Needs An Accountability PartnerOn this episode of From Solid Ground to Resilient I’m sitting down with Cleveland Spears, III the President and CEO of The Spears Consulting Group. We’re talking everything from the impact of Covid-19 to his events business, buying a Black owned radio station to the highs and lows of building a business from the ground up.In addition to being an award-winning multi-media and public relations firm, The Spears Group is known for producing top events such as Diner en Blanc, the Fried Chicken Festival, and curating experiences for clients such...2021-03-0943 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 6 Everyone Doesn't Want To Be An Entrepreneur ft. Phil "GoBeGreat" PitchfordIn this episode of From Solid Ground To Resilient, we are debunking the idea around everyone being and striving to become entrepreneurs. I have my good friend Phil "GoBeGreat" Pitchford joining me to discuss how he has excelled in the corporate world and why he chose not to go the entrepreneur route. We hope you enjoy it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-03-0243 min
Girl CEOFrom McDonalds To Raising 11 Million For Her Tech Start Up With Sevetri M WilsonKnown as the queen of raising money in her industry, Sevetri has made waves in the tech world and in the Black Female community as a serial entrepreneur, tech founder, speaker, and social change agent. We are honored to have her on this episode to share with us her journey as an entrepreneurial pro! Find out how she does it all - from raising $11 million to overcoming her biggest start-up challenges to thriving in a cut-throat, male-dominated industry. Uncover the secret to what keeps her going despite being constantly faced with obstacles and rejection, as well as how she...2021-02-2236 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp.5- You Can't Be A King In Your Own LandIn this episode From Solid Ground to resilient, I'm discussing how it feels to be disappointed by people you have championed and giving a real example of the difference between an ally and an advocate. I'm also talking about my Q1 board meeting and breaking down the (four) key pillars of our go-to market strategy that I use for enterprise sales that we are pushing in 2021 at Resilia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-02-1620 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp.4-Real Estate Investing With Brandon Rule Pt. 2This bonus episode is part a two part conversation with Brandon Rule. The first episode aired last week. Brandon is an entrepreneur, real estate and business advisor, speaker and influencer, and commercial real estate developer. Last week we touched on his back story and how he broke into real estate, some of his projects and how anyone can start investing in real estate today. Be sure to download and subscribe to From Resilient to Solid Ground. Also, your girl's first book, RESILIENT: How to Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital is available for...2021-02-0940 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp.3-A Beginners Guide to Real Estate Investing With Brandon RuleOn this episode of From Solid Ground To Resilient, I'm trying to learn more about real estate investing in hopes of stepping my game up without falling into a dark hole of bad deals. With this being said, my guest for this episode is Brandon Rule. Brandon is an entrepreneur, real estate and business advisor, speaker and influencer, and commercial real estate developer. What I find most inspiring about him is that he seems to resonate with people of many demographics and backgrounds and makes real estate easily digestible for the newbie investor whether you have $500 to invest or $50,000...2021-02-0238 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientEp. 2- How I Got My Book Deal with Wiley Publishing With Guest Amber CabralIn this episode of From Solid Ground to Resilient, I'm discussing how I got my book deal with Wiley Publishing. Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital is now available for pre-order here:https://www.amazon.com/Resilient-Overcome-Anything-Million-Business/dp/1119773873I'm also bringing on a special guest and friend, Amber Cabral. Amber is an Inclusion Strategist, certified coach, speaker, and the author of Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture which was released last November with Wiley. You can learn more about her work and order...2021-01-2637 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientAffirmationsOn the kick-off episode of From Solid Ground to Resilient, Sevetri has a big announcement. We're also talking about New Year affirmations and is there really a "right way" to manifest your desires? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-01-1915 min
Women WorldwideDo You Have the Drive to Raise Money Today?Raising money for a new venture is never an easy process, but when it’s done right, it’s very rewarding. Sevetri Wilson created and funded her first business at the age of 22 and has been a serial entrepreneur ever since.
Her most recent startup, Resilia, a tech company designed to revolutionize how nonprofits are created and maintained, has now raised over $10M in venture capital and she remains the majority shareholder.
Sevetri shares how she did it and why she thinks it is so important that you have a team behind you.
Raisin...2021-01-0822 min
Women Worldwide with Deirdre BreakenridgeDo You Have the Drive to Raise Money Today?Raising money for a new venture is never an easy process, but when it’s done right, it’s very rewarding. Sevetri Wilson created and funded her first business at the age of 22 and has been a serial entrepreneur ever since. Her most recent startup, Resilia, a tech company designed to revolutionize how nonprofits are created and maintained, has now raised over $10M in venture capital and she remains the majority shareholder. Sevetri shares how she did it and why she thinks it is so important that you have a team behind you. Raisin...2021-01-0822 minFrom Solid Ground To ResilientWelcome to From Solid Ground To ResilientLaunching this January! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-01-0602 min
Disruption NowEpisode 95 Sevetri WilsonShe is also the founder of Solid Ground Innovations, LLC (SGI), a strategic communications and management firm with offices in Baton Rouge and New Orleans that she founded in 2009. Sevetri possesses expertise in strategic communications, brand marketing, technology, public affairs and project management. In her role at Resilia , Sevetri sets the vision for the company, builds and manages the team, and leads the company’s execution against its strategy. Additionally, Sevetri provides strategic oversight for client project execution while facilitating new market entry and client cultivation. Her technical strengths include business development, communications strategy, market analytics and trends, advocacy and...2020-11-0452 min
SistersInc.Episode 7: Starting From Scratch with Sevetri Wilson, Founder, Solid Ground Innovations & ResiliaSerial entrepreneur Sevetri Wilson started her first business at 23 after losing her parents and bootstrapped it to seven figures with zero capital.2020-10-2819 min
High Tea SeriesHigh Tea Educational Series: The Mind of a MogulJoin us as we chat with tech and entrepreneurial mogul Sevetri Wilson about how she manages success, raises capital, and positioned herself to be one of the most successful businesswomen in the country.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-09-1952 min
Margins from Managing Editor MagazineFrom the Ground UpIn the season finale of Margins, we look at the role of influence in entrepreneurship — and we hear how three women are using their influence to drive change in their industries and communities. In our first interview, Kim Seals, general partner at The JumpFund, discusses what she looks for when investing in startups (7:46). Then, Chicago Media Project CEO Paula Froehle tells us what happened when Oprah Winfrey controversially pulled her name from the documentary “On the Record” right before its Sundance premiere (16:18). Finally, Resilia CEO Sevetri Wilson talks about what it was like raising money for her new business — and her...2020-09-1731 min
Black Tech Green MoneyThe Art of Amplifying Social Impact w/ Sevetri WilsonSevetri Wilson is a serial entrepreneur and founder at Resilia, a New Orleans based technology startup that helps nonprofit organizations increase capacity and enable enterprises that deploy billions of dollars scale their impact. Sevetri chat’s with Will Lucas about how non-profits scale their impact and transition from traditional fundraising for survival to business models that prioritize value exchange.Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucasLearn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for pr...2020-06-3046 min
UnBossedBeing A Boss Means Learning To Build...From The Ground UpDo you consume more than you create? Are you being interrupted by technology or are you utilizing it to disrupt unviable systems? How do you ensure that you get a healthy slice of the pie no matter what industry you’re in? On this episode of UnBossed, serial entrepreneur and social change agent, Sevetri Wilson (@sevetriwilson), offers insight into how she built her businesses: Solid Ground Innovations (SGI) and Resilia - a New Orleans-based technology startup, and how you can begin to think more like a builder and less like a consumer. Having bootstrapped her first business with no ca...2019-08-1900 min
CommasI Built a Seven-Figure Business Using Government ContractsSevetri Wilson, the founder of Resilia, was the first black woman in New Orleans to raise millions in capital but, not before she built a seven-figure empire by securing government contracts.
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SideHustleProEp 146: Tech Startup Founder Sevetri Wilson is Making it Easier to Create and Manage NonprofitsToday in the guest chair: Sevetri Wilson. Sevetri is the Founder and CEO of New Orleans based technology startup Resilia (formerly ExemptMeNow) that she founded in 2015 to revolutionize how nonprofits are created and maintained, and how enterprises (who deploy billions annually) scale impact. Whether you’re looking to start a nonprofit, manage an existing one, or deploy capital, the Resilia platform guides customers seamlessly through the entire process. She’s raised over $2M for her startup to date, making her the first Black woman in New Orleans to raise over $1M in venture capital, and one of only 11 black women to r...2019-05-081h 03