Welcome to in our words black entrepreneurs speak Wisconsin. The mission of this podcast is to provide a more holistic understanding of the African American entrepreneur in the state of Wisconsin. Specifically, we seek to gain in-depth understanding regarding challenges faced and overcome by black business owners, while also providing success stories and strategies implemented along the way that have helped grow their business startup and growth resources. This podcast is also a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, specifically youth who can benefit from these real-life black business experiences. Each session we'll have an entrepreneur from Northeastern Wisconsin and Milwaukee co-collaborate on their experiences and their respective communities. This is real. This is authentic. This is In Our Words podcast.
In Our Words
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to in our words black entrepreneurs speak Wisconsin. The mission of this podcast is to provide a more holistic understanding of the African American entrepreneur in the state of Wisconsin. Specifically, we seek to gain in-depth understanding regarding challenges faced and overcome by black business owners, while also providing success stories and strategies implemented along the way that have helped grow their business startup and growth resources. This podcast is also a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, specifically youth who can benefit from these real-life black business experiences. Each session we'll have an entrepreneur from Northeastern Wisconsin and Milwaukee co-collaborate on their experiences and their respective communities. This is real. This is authentic. This is In Our Words podcast.
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4/28/2022
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August 5, 2022
In Our Words - Series Highlights
<p><strong>Episode 1: Radaya Ellis and Sean Lewis</strong> - I've made mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes. This mistake doesn't define me. I realized at a very young age how I wanted to live. And, you know, I went for it. And I know the safety net, you know, there's nobody. There's no one there for me to run to if it didn't work. So I had to go forward even when it fell down.</p><p>Radaya Ellis - 4Goods & Services provider EXECUTIVE . 4Waukee mission is to propel, promote and progress the city of Milwaukee. 4Waukee specifically focuses on the people, fashion, and art to promote, market and inform The nation of Milwaukee’s greatness and various endeavors.</p><p>How to connect: Instagram - @4waukee</p><p>Sean Lewis (Exit Elite Realty) - Principle stakeholder in the following business ventures:</p><p>- Licensed REALTOR</p><p>- Real Property Investing</p><p>- Corporate training</p><p>- Website Link: <a href="https://www.exitelitewi.com/agents/112-sean-lewis/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.exitelitewi.com/agents/112-sean-lewis/ </a> </p><p>How to connect: Text - seanlewis285377</p><p><strong>Episode 2: Robin Scott and Jamila Riley - </strong>I'm learning to just enjoy it. And to pick up on other things later. And to say, This is my investment in my business, right? This is something that at the end of the week, now, I can give myself a little bit of pat on the back and say you know what, I did something that is going to be beneficial to my work.</p><p>Robin Scott - Executive Director at We All Rise: African American Resource Center (Green Bay). The vision of We All Rise is to create and help restore a vibrant African American community. Through uplifting, skill building, and intentionally targeting root causes of systemic oppression, and actively promoting the healing of all.</p><p>Website Link: <a href="https://www.weallriseaarc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.weallriseaarc.org/</a></p><p>Jamila Riley - Is a crochet brand that builds self-esteem and boosts confidence through bold and unique accessories, apparel, and home goods. Housed in the lower level of Sherman Phoenix (Milwaukee). </p><p>Website Link: <a href="https://www.shermanphoenix.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.shermanphoenix.com/ </a></p><p><strong>Episode 3: Dr. Monique Liston and Dr. Kadihjia Kelly - </strong>It really truly is not about the money. It really is about just making sure that I'm serving my community in a way that doesn't jeopardize their mental health because it's very hard out here. Just the whiteness is always showing up. And so I just think at the end of the day, it's about self preservation for me.</p><p>Monique Liston - Founder, Joyful Militant and Chief Strategist at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ubunturesearch/?__tn__=kK*F" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ubuntu Research and Evaluation</a> (Milwaukee). Powered by a collective of unapologetic Black women, femmes, and non-binary people working as transdisciplinary strategist committed to resistance against anti-blackness. </p><p>Website Link: <a href="https://www.ubunturesearch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ubunturesearch.com/</a></p><p>Kadihjia Kelly - Licensed professional counselor and owner of Stars counseling (Appleton). Kadihjia has been working in the field of counseling since 2018. Dr. Kelly’s expertise is working with self-Identified Black/African American clients focusing on Critical Race Theory and Racial Fatigue.</p><p>Website Link: <a href="https://www.starscounseling.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.starscounseling.com/</a></p><p><strong>Episode 4: Arletta Allen and Samantha Collier - </strong>I wouldn't even have had the opportunity to discover myself. I come through many adversities from being a prostitute at the age of 15 and navigating those spaces, being broken away from my father. Not having the...
May 30, 2022
Using Creativity to Support Community
Rajon Hall talks with Dasha Kelly-Hamilton, a writer, performance artist, curator, facilitator, and owner of Stillwater Collective and Officer KC Brown, a 14-year experienced police officer from Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, as well as the founder of Life Enforcement, a volunteer project that focuses on leading by example and taking care of those in the community through selfless acts of kindness. Dasha and KC share their sincerity and inspiration.
May 30, 2022
Become an Entrepreneur by Preparing Yourself and Seeking Mentors
On today’s episode, Rajon talks with J.D. Murphy, owner of Mentor Systems located in the Green Bay Area, and Ambrose W.B., a mental performance coach. J.D. has been conducting character development training for 23 years and Ambrose is the owner of MISPIBO Fitness. J.D. and Ambrose share their stories about their challenges and successes and offer advice on how to prepare yourself as a young entrepreneur to be physically and mentally ready.
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