• Navigating Through Uncertainty - Eric Pennington
    2021/02/05

    Our special guest is Eric Pennington, Managing Partner at Spirit of EQ

    He is certified by the International Coach Federation and Six Seconds, The Emotional Intelligence Network. This FREE event allows attendees to discover and support minority businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the community. 

    Eric is also the author of the eye-opening book, The Well-Being Guide: Making the Most of Life and Work. Based on personal experiences and as a follow-up to his 2008 book, Waking Up in Corporate America, the guide is practical and offers readers the opportunity to evaluate their own lives through self-discovery.

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    39 分
  • Building Teams with Deep Relationships - Jarrod Barnes
    2021/02/19

    Our special guest will be Jarrod Barnes - Venture Capitalist and Executive Director of The Minority Entrepreneurship Institute (MEI)

    A native of Columbus, Ohio, he began his career working in collegiate and professional sports as a college football coach at the Ohio State University and as an NFL front office employee with the Los Angeles Rams.

    Prior to joining the Rams, Jarrod was the Founder & CEO of Prime U, a learning and development platform for elite athletes and coaches, where he worked with over 10,000 athletes to measure and manage personal growth at scale.

    As a former athlete, Jarrod is active within the sports tech community, serving as a mentor with the leAD Sports Accelerator and the Athlete Development Lab. After transitioning into venture, Jarrod has continually sought out opportunities to create access to capital and education for underrepresented founders and is always looking to connect with diverse founders, community managers, VCs, and those looking to make a difference.

    This FREE event allows attendees to discover and support minority businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the community

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    49 分
  • How to Start & Publish a Book.. In a Pandemic - Jalauna Phillips
    2021/03/05

    Featuring special guest, Jalauna Phillips. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, she is currently studying Social Work with a minor in Youth Development at The Ohio State University.

    Jalauna is the founder of Eyes Set On, an organization dedicated to mentoring and inspiring youth all over the world. She is also known for her most recent book, “Eyes Set On, Being” - a workbook designed to help teens and young adults navigate their being through self reflection.

    Her writing journey began in middle school when she was assigned to write poetry, she quickly fell in love with the art and has been writing blog posts and creative writing pieces ever since.

    This Podcast allows listeners to discover and support Multicultural businesses, entrepreneurs, and influential leaders.

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    44 分
  • The Art & Creation of Gem Cakes - Joy Cho
    2021/03/18

    Our special guest is Joy Cho. She is a pastry chef based in Brooklyn, NY. She studied political science at UChicago before moving out to the east coast, attended pastry school at the Institute of Culinary Education while working a day job, and fully switched over to pastry work in 2019. She externed at Oxalis, a one Michelin star Brooklyn bistro and worked as a pastry cook at Gramercy Tavern, an iconic restaurant in NYC's Flatiron district, before losing her job due to COVID-19 in March 2020.

    Joy then launched an Instagram business, Joy Cho Pastry, and most recently developed a product called Gem Cakes that are available for purchase in the NYC area. Joy's writing/recipes have appeared in Basically, Food52, and Bon Appétit, and she has been mentioned by Grub Street, Eater, and Food & Wine. She was also recently featured in a New York Times article. Please visit www.joychopastry.com for more info.

    This Podcast allows listeners to discover and support Multicultural businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the community

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    51 分
  • Mentoring & Empowering Black Youth - Asanté Hill
    2021/04/01

    Our special guest is Asante Hill - President & CEO of Black Men and Women of Valor in Atlanta, Georgia.

    An organization that is committed to mentoring, cultivating, and grooming underdeveloped and disadvantaged transitional youth. Please visit www.atlantabmwov.org for more info.

    This Podcast allows listeners to discover and support Multicultural businesses, entrepreneurs, and influential leaders.

    During Asanté's career as a School Resource Officer (SRO) in an urban school district on the verge of a state takeover, he discovered his passion for empowering Black youth. He became the schools’ football coach, role model, and mentor. This was a front row seat into the battle Black youth were facing: a broken school system, broken homes, and broken communities. In efforts to create a solution, he founded Black Men of Valor to create a haven where Black men could establish a brotherhood built on mentorship, career development, and progressive deliberations. 

    In 2020, Black Men of Valor made a transition of impact and became Black Men & Women of Valor, Inc. Today, Black Men & Women of Valor is committed to empowering underserved and disadvantaged transitional youth through comprehensive mentorship and strategic career development.

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  • Learning to Lead & Serve Helps Empower the Next Generation - Chih Lee
    2021/04/15

    Our special guest will be Chih Lee, C.O.O. of TOP Consulting.

    Chih Lee has a distinguished career, which has included positions around the world. Focusing on relationships and networking have been a critical aspect of his success. In addition, Lee serves as an athletic coach, holds several board positions, and volunteers for non-profit organizations. Join us to learn about his experience and expertise!

    This Podcast allows listeners to discover and support Multicultural businesses, entrepreneurs, and influential leaders.

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    1 時間 3 分
  • Launching Diverse Network & 2022 Goals - Jordan Nishizaki
    44 分
  • Tax Tips from John & Daria Purdiman
    2022/04/14

    John & Daria Purdiman, Co-Founders of J&D Finances, join us to discuss what it takes to be entrepreneurs of a successful business while working their corporate 9-5 jobs.


    Stay Tuned until the end for 3 key tax tips to know. 


    J&D Finances was founded during the pandemic in 2020 and the two tax accountants sought out to educate, enlighten, inspire, and empower their community about the importance of taxes, tax law, and financial literacy.


    To learn more, please visit https://jdfinances.com/

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    25 分