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Conversations Beyond the BrandThe Origin StoryFrom toxic job to bankruptcy to multiple six figures—this is the REAL story of how I built Beyond Business Solutions. And yes, I'm sharing the parts most entrepreneurs won't tell you. 💔➡️💪Welcome to Part 3 of my interview series with Cashe Thompson! This episode gets REAL about my journey—the mistakes, the surrender, the dark seasons, and how God used relationships to rebuild everything.What You'll Discover in This Episode:In this raw, vulnerable conversation, Cashe and I discuss:✨ Why I quit my job at 25 with a mortgage and no real plan (yo...
2026-02-0129 minConversations Beyond the BrandThe Heart Behind the PodcastWhat started as a 5-year dream is now a movement bringing women-leaders out of the shadows. Here's why I FINALLY launched Conversations Beyond the Brand, and what I'm building for YOU.Welcome to Part 2 of my interview series with my business bestie Cashe Thompson! In this episode, we're diving deep into the WHY behind my podcast and how it connects to my bigger mission of helping brilliant women shine.What You'll Discover in This Episode:In this heartfelt conversation, Cashe and I explore:✨ Why it took me 5+ years to fi...
2026-01-1814 min
Unlimited HERizonsRelationship Currency: Why Success Moves at the Speed of Your ConnectionsIn this episode of Unlimited HERizons, host Megan Bozzuto sits down with Tashana Thompson, seasoned Chief Marketing Officer, CEO of Beyond Business Solutions, and creator of the Relationship Currency Method. With more than 20 years of experience building brands and empowering women-owned businesses, Tashana brings a powerful blend of strategy, soul, and service to the conversation. Her philosophy is simple—but transformative: success moves at the speed of your relationships. Together, Megan and Tashana explore how women can shift away from transactional thinking and instead build meaningful, authentic connections that lead to opportunity, confidence, and long-term gr...
2026-01-0526 minConversations Beyond the BrandFor the first time ever, I'm flipping the script!For the first time EVER on Conversations Beyond the Brand, I'm stepping OUT of the host chair and INTO the guest seat! My business bestie Cashe Thompson is interviewing ME to give you an intimate look at who I am beyond the strategy sessions and brand launches.What You'll Discover in This Episode:In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Cashe and I dive deep into:✨ The REAL work I do with my clients (spoiler: it goes WAY beyond logos and social posts—we're talking P&Ls, revenue patterns, and deep vision work)✨...
2026-01-0415 minConversations Beyond the BrandThe Weight of Leadership: Dr. Melanie Bowers on Decision Making & Organizational Reality | Interview with Dr. Melanie BowersThis conversation with Dr. Melanie Bowers offers a grounded and honest look at what leadership really feels like behind the scenes. We explore the everyday realities of organizational culture, the pressure leaders carry, and the moments when values are tested through real decisions. Dr. Melanie shares personal stories from her career that highlight authenticity, responsibility, and the importance of understanding what people experience at work.We also talk about leadership loneliness, clarity in hard moments, and the cost individuals often absorb when culture does not align with what is written on the wall. This episode closes...
2025-11-301h 02Conversations Beyond the BrandBalancing Business, Family, and Faith: Stephanie’s Real Talk on What Truly Matters | Interview with Stephanie SmithIn this heartfelt episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Stephanie Smith, co-owner of New Light Financial Solutions, for an honest conversation about money, marriage, and the power of leading with your values. Stephanie shares how running a business with her husband has shaped her approach to financial stewardship, relational leadership, and building a legacy rooted in faith and clarity. Together, they discuss why your profit and loss statement is more than just numbers—it’s a values statement, revealing what matters most in your business and your life.From the earl...
2025-11-231h 01Conversations Beyond the BrandFunding Equity, Not Ego: Rashida Peterson on Power, Philanthropy & Community-Led Change | Interview with Rashida PetersonIn this impactful episode, Dr. Tashana Thompson welcomes Rashida Peterson of 1847 Philanthropic Group to discuss the realities of fundraising, equity, and community leadership. Rashida shares her journey from international trade to building a consulting firm that centers on underserved communities and champions sustainable, community-driven impact. The conversation explores the importance of infrastructure, authentic relationships, and the power of saying “just fund it or get out of the way.”What You'll Learn:Why most people “fall into” fundraising and what it takes to thriveThe role of equity and infrastructure in effective philanthropyHow community-based organizing drives real, lasting...
2025-11-1659 minConversations Beyond the BrandHow Curiosity, Faith & Operations Transform Business | Interview with Charlotte Merritt🎯 In this insightful episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Tashana Thompson sits down with Charlotte for a candid conversation about navigating transitions, professional growth, and the power of honesty in both work and life.From sharing the realities of pivoting careers to discussing what it really means to step into new opportunities, Charlotte opens up about embracing uncertainty, honoring your personal journey, and finding support systems that matter. Tashana and Charlotte explore why sometimes the most impactful growth comes from moments of pause, not constant motion.🔥 Key Topics Discussed: ✅ Embracing the unknown...
2025-11-091h 01Conversations Beyond the BrandBreaking Sales Culture: Why Being Your Authentic Self Drives Results | Interview with Nikki IveyIn this powerful episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Nikki Ivey, LinkedIn Top Voice and sales culture revolutionary who went from SDR to CRO by championing relational selling over traditional sales tactics.From selling cars to transforming tech sales culture, Nikki shares her 20+ year journey of refusing to "tone it down" and how wearing your values authentically actually drives better sales results.🔥 Key Topics Discussed:✅ Why the sales profession should be an equalizer (but isn't)✅ The real cost of "shrinking yourself" in the workpla...
2025-11-021h 01Conversations Beyond the BrandHow to Lead with Bold Faith | Interview with Courtney RobinsonAre you a high-achieving woman of faith struggling to show up authentically in your leadership? In this transformative conversation, I sit down with Courtney Robinson—leadership branding strategist, image expert, and founder of the Bold Faith Leadership Lab—to explore how Christian women can stop shrinking in spaces they're called to lead and start showing up fully aligned with who God created them to be.Courtney shares her powerful testimony of surviving brain surgery and multiple strokes, and how these experiences transformed her approach to identity, image, and faith-based leadership. This conversation is a must-watch for wome...
2025-10-261h 02Conversations Beyond the BrandYour Brand Feels Misaligned - Here's How to Fix It | Brand Strategist Shannel WheelerDiscover the proven framework for successful rebranding with brand strategist Shannel Wheeler, author of "The Brand Restart."In this episode, Shannel shares her 20+ years of design expertise and reveals why most rebrands fail. Learn about The Brand Pie Framework - six essential elements that must align for successful brand transformation: core values, company culture, brand personality, messaging, customer experience, and visual identity.Perfect for women entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and small business owners ready to realign their brand for growth.KEY TAKEAWAYS:- Brand is about perception and telling...
2025-10-1558 minConversations Beyond the BrandRaising Leaders of Faith & Excellence | Interview with Lisa SmithHow do we raise young women who are confident, faith-driven, and prepared to lead?In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson talks with Lisa Smith, founder and executive director of Elite Women of Excellence (EWOE). For over 23 years, EWOE has mentored teenage girls through faith, mentorship, and community, helping them grow into strong leaders of character, confidence, and excellence.Whether you lead a women-led nonprofit, small business, or youth-focused program, this conversation offers practical lessons on how faith, values, and intentional mentorship can transform lives and communities.
2025-10-081h 00Conversations Beyond the BrandFaith & Leadership | Interview with Trina HillIn this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Trina Hill to explore how faith, family, and legacy shape leadership and entrepreneurship.From her grandmother’s influence to lessons of resilience, caregiving, and community, Trina shares a powerful perspective on what it means to bring your whole self into the marketplace. This conversation is a reminder that business success is more than strategy—it’s about values, faith, and relationships that last.✨ What you’ll take away from this episode:Why you don’t have to set faith aside...
2025-10-0157 minConversations Beyond the BrandBranding & Advocacy for Women’s Heart Health | Interview with Celina GorreWhat does it mean to “wear your values” as a leader? In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Celina Gorre, CEO of WomenHeart, to talk about women’s heart health, global leadership, and what it takes to grow mission-driven organizations.Celina shares her journey from living and working across 76 countries to leading a U.S.-based nonprofit focused on women living with and at risk for heart disease. They explore the lessons nonprofits can take from her global perspective, advocacy for women, and her ability to align mission with visibi...
2025-09-2453 minConversations Beyond the BrandFrom Single Mom to Tech Executive | Interview with Vicki Wright-HamiltonConversations Beyond the Brand | Season 2 with Dr. Vicki Wright-HamiltonIn this inspiring episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton — executive coach, author, speaker, and advocate for women — to explore faith, resilience, leadership, and legacy.From her journey as a Black woman in technology to her passion for supporting single mothers and her Unstoppable You coaching program, Dr. Vicki shares the powerful lessons she’s learned about community, gratitude, and building a legacy that lasts.🌐 Learn more: https://beyondsolutions.biz✨ W...
2025-09-1753 minConversations Beyond the BrandBonus Episode: Thompson Family Values | Through the Eyes of an 8-Year-Old | Interview with Addisyn ThompsonWelcome to a heartfelt and joyful bonus episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand! 🎧In this intimate conversation, Dr. Tashana Thompson invites her 8-year-old daughter, Addisyn, to the mic to discuss the power of tight-knit family values, love, and what it truly means to grow up in a home rooted in support, tradition, and faith.Through laughter, candid questions, and sweet storytelling, Addisyn offers her perspective on what makes a good person, how kids understand love, and the values that are shaping her young life. This is an uplifting and insightful episode that reminds us...
2025-08-2727 minConversations Beyond the BrandThe Breakup That Built Us: Healing, Honesty, and Friendship After Business Ends | Interview with Joline FalcoWhat happens when a business partnership ends, but the friendship doesn't?In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with longtime friend and former business partner Joline Falco for a raw and heart-centered conversation about the end of their formal business relationship, and how they navigated the breakup with honesty, healing, and integrity.This is a must-watch for small business owners, who want to grow their brand without sacrificing relationships along the way.👉 Learn more about brand and marketing strategy for women-led organizations: https://beyondsolutions.biz...
2025-08-2055 minConversations Beyond the BrandBusiness, Boldness, and the Long Game | Interview with Marie FratoniAre you struggling to attract the right clients or any at all? This episode is for women entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and mission-driven small business owners who are ready to build a business that reflects their brilliance, connects with their audience, and drives real results.In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson is joined by Marie Fratoni, international speaker, retreat leader, and founder of Get Clients Everywhere. With decades of experience helping women step into visibility, lead with confidence, and grow businesses they love, Marie shares her signature approach to attracting clients, building...
2025-08-1351 minConversations Beyond the BrandA Marriage Reset: Making the Decision to Choose, Believe, and Explore | Interview with Vincent and MonicaIn this powerful episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Vincent and Monica Alexander, who have been married for 21 years and are the founders of Synergy: Better Together. Through their story, they share what many couples need most—a faith-based reset rooted in grace, truth, and real tools for communication, trust, and connection.Whether you're navigating a rough season, dealing with miscommunication, or simply wanting to grow deeper in your relationship, this conversation offers relationship coaching insights, marriage restoration strategies, and faith-filled encouragement for couples who want more than just survival....
2025-08-0655 minConversations Beyond the BrandProject Management with a Mission: How to Bring Order to Chaos and Deliver Results | Interview with Yuquan HollowayIn this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Yuquan Holloway, a project management expert creating business transformation. This conversation uncovers the real meaning of strategic execution. Discover how Yuquan has led both small businesses and Fortune 500 organizations to success by aligning leadership, process optimization, and measurable impact.Whether you're a business leader, strategist, or project manager, this episode delivers practical insights into how intentional execution drives sustainable results.🔗 Learn more: https://beyondsolutions.biz/What You'll Learn:✔ What strategic execution really means in business...
2025-07-3051 minConversations Beyond the BrandFrom Lens to Heart: The Power of Emotion in Brand Storytelling | Interview with Graham KuhnIn this heartfelt episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with filmmaker and creative director Graham Kuhn, founder of Focus Film, to explore how men can lead with emotion and how visual storytelling can transform brands.Graham helps clients bring clarity, connection, and real feeling to their brand stories. This is a powerful conversation about what it means to create content that not only looks good but feels honest, human, and unforgettable.👉 Learn more: https://www.beyondsolutions.biz✅ What You’ll Learn:How emotion...
2025-07-2357 minConversations Beyond the BrandPeople-First Leadership: Building Culture That Lasts | Interview with Becky BrunnerWhat does it really mean to lead with people first? In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Becky Bruner, founder of Choose Happy Assisting and a trusted voice in culture and connection consulting.Becky shares how people-first leadership, intentional team-building, and values-based branding help small businesses and nonprofits build lasting impact from the inside out. If you're a mission-driven leader ready to elevate your brand through authentic workplace culture, this conversation is for you.🌐 Learn more: https://beyondsolutions.biz/✅ What You’l...
2025-07-1647 minConversations Beyond the BrandInside Nonprofit Strategy: Helping Organizations Show Their Impact | Interview with Calondra TibbsIn this insightful episode, Calondra Tibbs, founder and CEO of Trifecta Advising, breaks down the essential strategies nonprofits need to grow, communicate their value, and deliver measurable impact. With years of experience supporting mission-driven organizations, Calondra shares how she guides clients through strategic planning, brand visibility, and program development.If you're a nonprofit leader or small business owner looking to deepen your impact and improve your marketing approach, this conversation is packed with guidance, real-world examples, and inspiration.👉 Learn more: https://www.beyondsolutions.bizWhat You'll Learn:- Str...
2025-07-0944 minConversations Beyond the BrandServing With Compassion, Leading With Numbers | Interview with Melissa KennebrewIn this episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand, host Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with fractional CFO and financial strategist Melissa Kennebrew of MBK Financial Services. Melissa brings a refreshing blend of empathy and expertise to business finance. Melissa shares how she helps entrepreneurs move from confusion to clarity, lead with confidence, and build businesses that are both purpose-driven and profitable.You’ll hear her philosophy on why numbers tell a story, how to pay yourself without guilt, and why financial leadership should never feel intimidating. This conversation is packed with insight for founders who want to...
2025-07-0245 minConversations Beyond the BrandBuilding Through Collectivism and Leadership | Interview with Sharifa RoweConversations Beyond the Brand: Featuring Sharifa Rowe | Building Through Collectivism and LeadershipIn this inspiring episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand, Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Sharifa Rowe — a powerful voice in leadership, collectivism, and community-building. Sharifa shares her journey of redefining success, not just by personal achievement but by lifting others along the way.We dive deep into what real leadership looks like in today’s world, the power of authentic connection, and how choosing to build with others creates lasting impact.Whether you’re a business owner, nonpro...
2025-06-2549 minConversations Beyond the BrandThe Power of Showing Up for Yourself | Interview with Cashe ThompsonWelcome to Conversations Beyond the Brand — where we explore the heart of transformational brands and the bold women who build them.In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Cashe Thompson, founder of Moments of Motivation — a women’s wellness brand that blends fitness, mindset, and sisterhood to create sustainable change from the inside out.Cashe isn’t just a trainer; she’s a transformational coach who guides women through emotional, mental, and physical healing. We talk about the power of showing up authentically, building confidence through consistency, and why movement is more than exercise —...
2025-06-1837 minConversations Beyond the BrandHow My Mother Taught Me to Build Relationships That Last | Interview with Tonya MilamConversations Beyond the Brand: Featuring Tonya Milam | How My Mother Taught Me to Build Relationships That Last In the very first episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand, host Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with the woman who taught her the most about life, leadership, and relationships—her mother (Tonya Milam).They share meaningful stories and everyday moments that shaped Tashana’s approach to building a brand centered on trust and connection. From childhood responsibilities to quiet examples of consistency and care, this conversation reveals the roots of the values that guide her work today...
2025-06-0929 min
Raising Kids & Running a Business027 | Business, Babies, and Building a Village with Tashana ThompsonThis episode highlight’s Tashana Thompson’s experience with the intricacies of balancing motherhood and a thriving career. As the CEO of Beyond Business Solutions, Tashana’s amazing journey is definitely insightful and encouraging. Tashana shares her journey from starting her business 16 years ago, navigating life as a bonus mom, and the challenges she faced with postpartum depression and business changes. She also emphasizes the value of investing in coaching and delegating tasks to grow a business sustainably. The conversation touches on the importance of having a supportive network, self-care, and realistic expectations in busines...
2024-08-2857 min
Ready Set Collaborate with Wanda PearsonUnlocking Business Success with Dr. Tashana Thompson: Harnessing Relationship Marketing, Crafting Compelling Stories, and Building a Solid Brand IdentitySend a textEver wondered how to turn personal connections into powerful marketing tools? Tune in as we sit down with Dr. Tashana Thompson, a veteran marketing and visibility strategist with over two decades of experience. Dr. Thompson shares her journey of founding Beyond Business Solutions in 2007 and her transformative approach to visibility and relationship marketing. Discover how she helps small businesses thrive even in challenging times like the recession and COVID-19, using personalized and relationship-driven strategies.This episode is packed with practical insights into the importance of storytelling and brand identity. Dr. Thompson explains how...
2024-08-2127 min
How Now?Beyond the BusinessRelationship Marketing Strategist, Tashana Thompson joins How Now? to talk about marketing your business, the importance of establishing client connections and how growing the business starts from within.
Want to connect with Tashana and learn more about her services? Go to www.beyondsolutions.biz
2021-03-1050 min
The Morale Booster PodcastEpisode 20: Interview with Tashana Thompson on _The Morale Booster Podcast with John Ughulu
2020-04-1922 min
Girlfriends are Dope!SUPERGirlfriends Gatherings - Episode 11 - Tashana Thompson & C. Nicole HendersonAs a result of the corona virus many of our girlfriends are home looking for inspiration, encouragement and life and business tips. Whether you need additional streams of income or a soft place to spend time with girlfriends.
We are so blessed to have SUPER Girlfriends who are eager to share their gifts. This episode features our Charter Member, Tashana Thompson discussed "Quarantine Branding" and our Platinum VIG (Very Important Girlfriend) C. Nicole Henderson, who shared "Now is YOUR time to Give!"
Both of these Girlfriends were incredible speakers and I know that you'll get s...
2020-04-071h 22