This episode wraps up Season 1 of WOCIB. We have had a wonderful ride this season. We were blessed by 19 beautiful entrepreneurs who graciously shared their entrepreneur journeys with us all for information, inspiration, and insight. Through their stories we learned we are not alone in our journeys. I hope you take the time to read the show notes and listen or re-listen to episodes that tug at your soul. To wrap up the year, in this episode I share some suggestions on how to end the year and pla...
Dec 26, 2023•29 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Kristian Edwards joins us to talk about her entrepreneur journey and passion - providing a marketplace of non-toxic products for Black consumers. We completed our conversation in two parts, combined into one for your enjoyment. While researching for her dissertation, Kristian learned that products created and marketed to black people are more toxic than other products. Kristian was surprised to learn of the toxins put into products produced for the black population with little restriction an...
Dec 12, 2023•44 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast Today, Latoya, cofounder of Kazmaleje (cos-mol-o-gy) joins us for an in-depth conversation of her entrepreneur journey. I had a fabulous time with this "Next Black Millionaires" Winner (watch the show on Roku)! As with most of us, black women entrepreneurs, time flies as we are building, and sometimes we look back to realize we have accomplished a lot! This was true for LaToya. In business with her two sisters, LaToya shares how their products are reviving customer stories and memories...
Nov 29, 2023•50 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have the pleasure of speaking with the beautiful Anitra of Reflektion Design. Her company curates beautiful, handcrafted pieces for your home, direct from Africa. Anitra has a true love for art and authenticity. Take a seat and enjoy as she takes us on a journey through her entrepreneur experience. It started with being laid off multiple times and stopping to ask herself a simple but brave question, "What do I love?" Taking the time to sit still and answer this question is wha...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Rekieshia Norton-Forrest, owner of JJL Candle Co. Rekeisha created her company with sharp intention, starting with something she loved having around her own home, candles! From this simple passion she went on to create each product with the jewels of our black experience in mind. This is evident in the way she curates each scent, and names them distinctly: you have Bamboo Earrings, Poetic Justice, So Fresh So Clean, Brick House, Tall, Dark, &...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have the distinct pleasure of conversating with a true creative talent, TieSha Carter of Jacx Carter Designs. Jacx Carter Designs is a jewelry design company based in the Baltimore/Washington area. If you are a lover of beautiful earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, like me - you must visit TieSha's website and purchase something beautiful for your collection! Come sit and sip as TieSha shares how her business began with, of all things, indulging in a bit of self-care through creativ...
Nov 09, 2023•50 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast Representing her hometown - Philly - Chrissy takes great joy in purveying walking tours that highlight black owned businesses and include the real details about the city she calls home. Chrissy shares how an introvert found the inspiration to create a tour business. Taking her clients far beyond the Philly Cheesesteak, Chrissy focuses on the things a tourist would not normally find - the hidden gems of the Philly community. Her tour attendees show up as strangers but leave as friends. And I can ...
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have a wonderful chat with entrepreneur Nadine Duncan. Nadine is passionate about travel. She has created a safe place for black women who travel to share their enthusiasm and adventures with a community that understands their joy. Nadine is the author of over ten travel guides and counting! Her guides cover teaching abroad, studying abroad and everything in between. Turkey, Aruba, Bali, UAE, Mozambique, Iceland, Taiwan - are just a few of the places Nadine has been. She enjoys both sol...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome Sisters! Come on in! Pull up a chair, get your notepad and pen ready as we dive into more great tips and advice for your entrepreneur journey! Today we are having a conversation with Aletha of Aletha and Co. Aletha specializes in helping black women with the right mix and quality of marketing and branding their business deserves. She is passionate and dedicated to helping black women entrepreneurs gain the freedom to do what they love most in their business with peace of mind. Aletha wil...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Martinique is a beautiful Black Woman on a mission! Seeing the lack of black business enterprises being represented as they should in the travel industry, she set out to change the game. She was bold enough to talk about diversity in travel at a time when the concept was unpopular. Ever gone somewhere and wondered where you could find a black owned restaurant for lunch or dinner? Wondered where other black folks were hanging out? What black owned businesses you could patronize? Well, Martinique ...
Sep 21, 2023•46 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast Join us as Kameko shares her entrepreneurial journey! Her passion to start her business was born from a deep desire to have the freedom of offering her patients more assistance than was allowed when working through other programs. Graciously she shares the lessons she's learned and the great resources she has discovered while building her Mental Health and Wellness practice (New Hope Mental Health and Wellness). Whether utilizing resources from her local Chamber of Commerce to discovering a ...
Sep 17, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast Join me in an amazing episode of WOCIB with Christen Funderburk. Christen shares her experience growing up with eczema, and how her need to find a more affordable solution as a college student led to the development of her company, Lizzies All-natural Products. Her products are carefully made with real, pure, simple plant-based ingredients that are good for your skin from head to toe! From her beginnings of creating laundry detergent for self-use to a booming business of eight years, Christen ta...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Makini Smith joins the podcast and shares her entrepreneurial journey. Her hands are full, she leads a Mindset Coaching business, manages a podcast, and is founder of a publishing company. In her Coaching business, Makini was mentored by the late Bob Proctor. With his guidance she has grown her business, successfully servicing individual entrepreneurs and corporate customers. Makini's experience with two poor publishing contracts inspired her to found her own publishing company. She is passi...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Entrepreneur Lia shares her business journey which includes a QVC live show and being one of Oprah's favorite things. We learn about the wisdom in her heart from her mom's insightful counsel and what's keeps her going. This bright and shining star will remind you of your value, your passion and your purpose. Her designed jewelry are truly wearable joy! With a keen determination and a contagious energy Lia has creatively poured love into her branding process. She continues to inspire ...
Aug 22, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Eboni shares her entrepreneurial journey, sharing wisdoms, her passion for helping other businesses grow, the importance of self-development, and why you should know your own strengths and weaknesses. We even dive into her distinguishing God's voice from her own! Having been in business 8 years, her insights are impactful and clear. She has a wonderful program beginning in September for relieving the "Summer Slump." Her company is Living with a Purpose, LLC (www.lwapllc.com)...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Devon shares with us what it looks like to start a business while living with Lupus. We learn her strategies, her excitement for hitting the 5-year mark, and her future plans for growth. Connect with Devon on FB and other social media platforms @ DevineCreations.
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Millisa shares her entrepreneurial journey. How she created her business while in retirement, why her timing was right, and the positive passion that is the foundation for her Florida focused business. Check out Millisa on FB, YouTube and other platforms at Lauderhill TV!
Aug 03, 2023•50 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Kiah Asabea (www.siriuswebsolutions.com) shares her ups, downs, and wisdoms of business building and growth. Servicing both for profit and not for profit entities she has grown a sustainable business and fostered lasting relationships. She shares how changes in her industry guides her business decisions. Let's listen to her journey and learn!
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Entrepreneur Mernelle Saint Jean, a professional therapist shares her business purpose, passion and growth. We hear how she started her business and how her calling found her. She wanted to be in the background but her calling had other plans for her! You can find her online blog at www.embracingnelle.com and dropping knowledged on her podcast titled "The Black Girl Journey".
Jun 01, 2023•43 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
