Black To Business

Name: Robert Fortune Business Name: Fortune Advisory Services Current Title: Founder Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: BBA - Marketing & Advertising CUNY-Bernard M Baruch College      About Robert: Robert Fortune was born in Brooklyn to Haitian immigrant parents in 1981. He saw his parents build their own American dream from hard work, dedication and continued education. Robert was brought up to know right from wrong, treat everyone how you want to be treated and learn from not only your mistakes but those of others. He is the youngest of 4 children and learned early nothing was given. At 14 his mother made him get his 1st job and made him open his 1st bank account. That instance is what he draws on as a turning point in his money mindset. He grew up around & played sports but basketball was his passion.   Today he owns Investment Advisory & Finance Consulting businesses focusing on financial literacy, generational wealth & financial freedom. He's worked at major firms such as JPM

Name: Steve White Current Title: President, Special Counsel to CEO, Cable Division - Comcast Cable Location: Greenwood Village, CO   About Steve: As President of Comcast’s West Division for 11 years, Steve White created a culture defined by Working Together To Win Together. Driven by continuous learning, radical responsibility, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Comcast’s West Division became a pacesetter by delivering industry-leading results. Steve White was responsible for all Comcast Cable operations in the Western U.S., leading nearly thirty thousand employees, serving almost ten million customers, and driving annual revenue of nearly $18 billion.   Steve launched his Comcast career in 1996 as Regional Vice President, invigorated by a successful tenure at Colgate-Palmolive where he managed the overall toothbrush business to register a 430% net sales increase. A commitment to his why and the influence of mentors enabled him to demonstrate consistent growth for his teams and divisions, which led t

Name: Monique T. Marshall Business Name: Black To Business Current Title: Founder Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: Howard University   About Monique: Monique T. Marshall is an Entrepreneur, Thought-Leader, and Influencer.  As the Chief-in-Charge of Black to Business, a platform providing Black entrepreneurs with the resources and connections to start and grow their businesses. Monique has furthered this mission through her podcast, speaking engagements, and workshops. After graduating from Howard University with a BBA in Supply Chain Management, the Georgia native relocated to Brooklyn, NY to continue the greater mission of increasing the number of successful Black startups.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How to make this year an uncomfortable year Ways to get over fear  Tips for holding yourself accountable How to set realistic goals Ways to create healthy habits For complete show notes and resources mentioned for this episode go to: blacktobusiness.com/89 Thank you so much for listening

Name: Fanta Traore Business Name: The Sadie Collective Current Title: Co-founder and CEO Location: New York, NY Educational Background:  Bachelors Degree in Political Science and Economics from Howard University Pending Masters in Business Administration and Public Policy from Yale University     About Fanta: Fanta’s commitment to championing economic inclusion is ignited by her fascination with the economic complexities witnessed growing up in the dynamic, culture-rich, and also heavily unequal city of New York. A desire to serve the marginalized and disenfranchised, globally, brings Fanta to Yale, where she studies economic development, management, and public-private partnerships. Prior to attending Yale, she worked as a senior research assistant in the Federal Reserve System’s International Finance division, where she analyzed cross-border transactions data and the impact of financial market development on inequality. Fanta also spent nearly a decade in the social entrepreneurship ecosystem, working for Ec

Name: Khalilah Webster Business Name: Vanguarde Consulting Group Current Title: Co-Founder/ Chief Innovator Location: New York Educational Background: BA in Communication Arts (Brooklyn College) AS in Performing Arts (Kingsborough Community College)   About Khalilah: "Educating, Elevating, and Inspiring the Entrepreneurial Woman." Khalilah Angela Webster is a dynamic media practitioner holding expertise in the areas of Television & Film Production, Screenwriting, Acting, and Modeling. She is also an accomplished entrepreneur owning (2) education consulting firms and is co-founder/board member for (2) emerging not-for-profit organizations. Her diverse professional experience has made her the ultimate "connector" allowing her to deliver value and results in every arena she steps into. Her newest venture is the launch of her new book "#SheWins" A Womanpreneurs Guide to Mastering the Business Life Balance, which demonstrates her desire to educate, elevate, and inspire the entrepreneurial woman. Both Khalilah'

Name: Eboné Almon Business Name: The PHG (Professional Homegirl) Podcast Current Title: Founder and Creator Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: MBA in General Management and Entrepreneurship   About Eboné: Eboné Almon is an entrepreneur with a passion for storytelling that has inspired her to create a platform where women of color don't have to look far to see themselves. Eboné met so many women who shared their stories with her on how they overcame some of the hardest challenges on their journey, which fueled a fire and ignited Eboné to provide a space where passion, knowledge, and experiences can exist all in one. Eboné is a powerful force in podcasting and uses her voice to amplify other women, so not only will they be seen but most importantly heard.  The PHG (Professional Homegirl) Podcast™ is an informative podcast that interviews women anonymously on stories that will enlighten and expand on taboo topics. This podcast aims to show the full range of women of color living full lives that they

Name: Devyn Clayter Business Name: BizGuru Devyn Current Title: Business Credit Coach Location: Delaware Educational Background: I'm an experienced Business Analyst with certification in Business Credit.   About Devyn: Devyn Clayter is the bubbly Biz Speaker & Credit Expert on a mission to help entrepreneurs secure credit for their business. The “assets over everything” mogul, coaches founders to launch profitable brands from day one with limitless potential for growth using only their EIN.   Devyn’s expertise is the result of a thriving career as a Sr. Business Operations Analyst, where she discovered her passion and gift for retiring 9 to 5’s. Aware of the funding obstacles especially facing women and men of color, she teaches aspiring CEO’s how to leverage business credit to make money by intention.   Through courses, coaching and viral social media threads, her strategies equip you to unlock access to capital by turning business credit into cash. To date she has helped to secure over one million dolla

Name: Darnell Joseph Age: 33 Business Name: IV Purpose Current Title: Owner Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: B.S in Security and Risk Analysis focused in Intelligence and Analytics Modeling - Penn State University    About Darnell: After 15 years of property management and ownership, Darnell has learned to incorporate his Security and Risk Analysis degree from Penn State to hone that craft. Darnell has learned to pay close attention to modern technology and practical uses of new applications that will save time & money. Information is key to any successful business and Darnell tries to stay apprised of current events that affect his business holdings. He has expanded his business to multiple states while fine-tuning each to maximize their potential growth. He has worked in all facets of the business from administrative backend to designing & renovating apartments and commercial spaces.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: The power of focusing on one thing to create a profitable business

Name: Benny Pough Business Name: DVERSE Media Current Title: CEO Location: New Jersey Educational Background: B.A. St. Johns University   About Benny: Benny Pough - Music Mogul, CEO, Real Estate Investor, and Author With nearly thirty years of experience, Pough has helped shape the sound and culture of music worldwide. He was instrumental in delivering radio hits for superstar artists Jay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, Travis Scott, Future, DJ Khaled, and 21 Savage.   Pough had the need to tell his story after a near-fatal car accident in 2014. His memoir, ON IMPACT: Life, Leadership & Betting On Yourself, shares the experiences that shaped him--from being swindled as an eleven-year-old paperboy, to being scouted from a comedy club stage by a Motown executive, to sitting in some of the most coveted seats within his industry.   Balancing authority and authenticity, Pough shares his lessons on living a life of impact and rising through the leadership ranks. Transparent, truthful, and telling, On Imp

Name: Danetha Doe Business Name: Money & Mimosas Current Title: Founder & CEO   About Danetha: Danetha Doe is a financial wellness educator and Webby Award-winning TV host. She is the creator of Money & Mimosas®, a wealth education company for the self-employed.   She is a regular guest financial expert for Google, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Yelp, Postmates, and other organizations. Danetha has been recognized as a personal finance expert by TIME, the Wall Street Journal, and Fast Company.   Danetha was the original financial expert and TV host for Ashton Kutcher’s series on millennials and money entitled “Going From Broke” which garnered over 20 million views during her season.   Raised by a Liberian economics professor and a Jamaican accountant in the United States, Danetha has a unique perspective on financial education that she creatively blends into her teachings. Danetha has a B.A. in Economics and primarily resides in Oakland, California.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: Ho

Name: Christi McDaniel Business Name: The Power Legacy Current Title: Owner Location: California   About Christi: I created The Power Legacy because when I first started a business, I only had the library books and expensive startup fees with no assistance or guidance. I wanted to ensure that this does not happen to the next person with a vision and a dream, so let me compile all the things I have learned and absorbed about starting a business and give that to someone else. DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: Things to know before starting a Nonprofit The process for starting and filing a Nonprofit Organization The benefits of nonprofits How to protect and maintain your nonprofit Ways to fund your nonprofit   For complete show notes and resources mentioned for this episode go to: blacktobusiness.com/81 Thank you so much for listening! Please support us by simply rating and reviewing our podcast!

Name: Nicole Cater Business Name: INC Management Group PLLC Current Title: CEO and Director of Operations Location: Dallas, TX Educational Background: Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration specified to Human Resource Management, with certifications including but not limited to Blessing White Leadership Development, Gracehill Business Ethics, Gracehill Creative Marketing Promotions, Workplace Diversity & Conflict Resolution, Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Management Training, and Gracehill Essentials for the New Supervisor.   About Nicole: Nicole Cater; wife, mom, and successful serial entrepreneur reside in the Greater Dallas Metropolitan Area.   Founder and Director of Operations for INC Management Group, PLLC, Co-founder of Hat-Trick Recordings, Managing Member of Holy Smells, LLC, and President of Inspired & Ignited.   Originally from Southern California, Nicole is known for her ability to catapult business development and economic growth for small

Name: J.O. Malone Current Title: Founder of BLCK Market Location: Houston, TX Educational Background: Prairie View A&M   About J.O: J.O. Malone, a Houstonian, film producer, and serial entrepreneur, was first established as a game-changer in the independent film industry. A graduate of Prairie View A&M University, in 2017, Malone founded BLCK Market Houston which gave small black businesses a place to sell their products and services to the community. Since then, BLCK Market has grown to be the nation's largest bi-monthly marketplace and has now extended its presence in its flagship retail store located in Pearland Town Center. Malone resides in Houston with his wife Riesse and their two sons.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How to prepare for growth in spite of limited resources Why does reputation, marketing, and branding matter How to stand out in a competitive market How to manage a diverse customer base How to use storytelling to sell the shopping experience How to create a community around

Name: Johanne Brierre Business Name: NYbeautySuites Current Title: Founder  Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: B.P.S '2010 - Major in Hospitality Management at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)    About Johanne: Founder of Trendy Tripping:  Coworking management company that works closely with independent developers and small businesses to develop strategies that get results.    Johanne founded her latest entrepreneurial venture, NYBeautysuites in 2020 during COVID-19.  NYBeautySuites is a hybrid model of flexible beauty suites that offer short-term and long-term rental options designed for entrepreneurs to build a beauty legacy of their own. DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: The state of the beauty industry The benefits of a shared working space Why you don’t have to know everything before starting your business How to break into a new industry The power of building your network and community in business Starting a business with little knowledge about the industry Why you have to be disru

Name: Octavia Conner Business Name: Say Yes To Profits Current Title: CEO Location: Atlanta Educational Background: Bachelor's in Accounting   About Octavia: Octavia Conner is a financial consultant specializing in outsourced CFO and tax services. With a focus on profitability, her firm Say Yes to Profits has built a track record of helping over 90% of its clients grow between 30% and 350% within a year and reducing their tax liabilities by 60% or more.   With her signature Say Yes To Profits Virtual CFO services, Octavia has successfully taken consulting firms from low six-figure to over $1 million in revenue including her own firm. Octavia has over a decade of experience in accounting and finance and was selected as a top 50 accountant in North America by Hubdoc in 2018.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How to maintain a positive cash flow in your business The key financial metrics to track in your business How to price your products/services for profit When you should and shouldn’t offer discounts in y

Name: Monique T. Marshall Business Name: Black To Business Current Title: Chief-In-Charge Location: Brooklyn, NY Educational Background: Howard University   About Monique: Monique T. Marshall is an Entrepreneur, Thought-Leader, and Influencer.  As the Chief-in-Charge of Black to Business, a platform providing Black entrepreneurs with the resources and connections to start and grow their businesses. Monique has furthered this mission through her podcast, speaking engagements, and workshops. After graduating from Howard University with a BBA in Supply Chain Management, the Georgia native relocated to Brooklyn, NY to continue the greater mission of increasing the number of successful Black startups.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: About our founder and what inspired her to start Black To Business What we do at Black To Business What’s next for us Tips for gaining clarity in your business For complete show notes and resources mentioned for this episode go to: blacktobusiness.com/76 Thank you so much for lis

Name: Gieselle Allen Business Name: Gieselle Allen Coaching Current Title: CEO & Founder Location: Montclair, NJ Educational Background: Certified coach via CTI   About Gieselle: Are you a leader of color who wants to lead and empower in revolutionary ways? Then you need Gieselle Allen...   Gieselle works with revolutionary leaders of color to support them in expanding their businesses, team, and leadership, while also ensuring their needs are met in the process. In her mindset-first approach, she combines mindset, trauma healing and intuition to help her clients create and expand their businesses and revolutionary leadership practices.   When Gieselle's not coaching, you can find her soaking up the sun in her hammock and taking outrageously long walks with her dog, Syrup.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How to be unapologetically Black in your business and messaging How racial and intergenerational trauma has affected Black peoples ability to show up authentically and lead How the white entrepreneur

Name: XayLi Barclay Business Name: TDG Visual Solutions LLC - Start Shoot Grow Current Title: Video Content Creation Coach & Thinkific Expert   About XayLi: XayLi Barclay is a Visual Content Creation Coach & Thinkific Expert for Business Leaders, and Online Course Creators. She specializes in helping entrepreneurs effectively stand out and make a genuine impact in the digital space. Through knowledge-based content and online courses, she teaches others how to effortlessly create the visual learning experiences they've always dreamed of in order to unlock multiple revenue streams, attract paid opportunities and connect on a deeper level with their audience.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: The different types of video content  How to use video content to transform your business and increase your sales How to plan your video content around the different seasons in your business Deciding on which social media platform(s) to host your video content Shifting your mindset and overcoming the fear of bein

Name: Marlon Nichols Current Title: Managing Partner, MaC Venture Capital   About Marlon: Marlon Nichols is a founding managing partner at MaC Venture Capital (formerly known as Cross Culture Ventures), which finds the entrepreneurs who are building the future for the rest of America. He's a former Kauffman Fellow and Investment Director at Intel Capital, with an extensive background in technology, private equity, media, and entertainment. Marlon's unique eye for global trends and shifts in consumer behavior has helped him capture many high-potential investments, which include Gimlet Media, MongoDB, Thrive Market, Fair, LISNR, Mayvenn, Blavity, Pipe, Wonderschool, and other companies that reflect overlooked markets.   He serves on the board of directors for Ajua, Blavity, Finesse, Kauffman Fellows Program, LISNR, Ryff, Sote and Wonderschool. Marlon is the recipient of MVMT50's SXSW 2018 Innovator of the Year award, a 2018 nominee of the ADCOLOR in Tech award, Digital Diversity's Innovation & Inclusion Cha

Name: Tiffany Washington Current Title: Founder of Transformation7 Location: Houston, TX Education:  Masters Degree: the University of Texas at Austin, M.Ed, Focus: Anti Racist Leadership Bachelor's Degree: Dillard University, Psychology Certified Cognitive Coach   About Tiffany: With over 16 years of sought-after experience and knowledge in business and education, as well as a relentless drive to spread the impact of her expertise, Tiffany finally ditched her day job as a school principal to help women open her consultancy firm and start The Wealthy Consultant Podcast.   Tiffany has also been a televised recurring guest expert on FOX News channel, The CW, as well as a speaker for stages such as TEDx, Rolls Royce, and Humana. She’s also landed contracts with names such as ESSENCE, The City of Houston, and Frost Bank.   Her programs and events such as Women Winning at Work and Pitches, Proposals, and Partnerships have helped emerging entrepreneurs overcome their business hurdles and secure consistent 5-figure