What’s Next Podcast with Umindi Francis is a new podcast that explores perspectives from executives, creatives, and thought leaders at the intersection of business, marketing, and strategy in technology, fashion, entertainment, and more.
Umindi Francis leverages 20 years of business strategy experience and relationships as an entrepreneur, and executive for some of the world’s leading brands, to discuss insights, and the next frontier of business, from the people that move their industries forward. The podcast also highlights their path to success to deeper understand their journey.
Listeners will gain insights into how our guests drive innovation. They will also walk away from each episode encouraged and inspired to tackle their own professional goals in business. As a result of Umindi’s connections, listeners can expect marquee guests each episode.
Jennifer Justice is paving the way for gender equality in business
Jennifer Justice is a successful entrepreneur, entertainment executive, and lawyer. After 17 years as Jay-Z's personal entertainment attorney, in which she was instrumental in some of the rapper's high-profile projects, Jennifer left and eventually started her own venture, The Justice Department. Her new company champions gender equality and focuses on helping women maximize their value in business. In this episode, Jennifer shares valuable advice for those aspiring to follow her career path, underscores the importance of adopting a passion-and-purpose-driven approach to work, and more.
Follow Jennifer on Instagram @thejustice.dept (https://www.instagram.com/thejustice.dept/?hl=en) or visit her online at thejusticedept.com (https://www.thejusticedept.com/).
About Umindi
Umindi Francis is the CEO and founder of the award-winning global brand consulting firm UFCG (https://www.ufcgworldwide.com/). She has led strategy and marketing for some of the world's leading brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, and Bumble. Over the years, she has worked with celebrities and numerous brands, ranging from The New York Times to the United States Institute of Peace, as a business strategy adviser. Umindi has been featured in a number of publications, including Time, New York, and Vogue, and is the recipient of a United States Congressional Recognition for Business Achievement.
Follow Umindi on Instagram @Umindi360 (https://www.instagram.com/umindi360/) and on Linkedin here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/umindi-francis-36776a56/) and the podcast @whatsnextwithumindi (https://instagram.com/whatsnextwithumindi).
9 Jan 2024
Redefining the beauty industry with Desiree Rogers
Desiree Rogers, the CEO and co-owner of Fashion Fair Cosmetics and Black Opal Beauty, shares her journey in the beauty industry. From her time at the White House to her leadership at Johnson Publishing Company, and now her groundbreaking acquisition of iconic Black beauty brands, Rogers keeps making a mark. We get into her challenges, the state of the beauty industry, and the vital importance of supporting Black businesses.
Follow Desiree on Instagram @iamthatdesiree (https://www.instagram.com/iamthatdesiree/) and find her online at iamthatdesiree.com (https://iamthatdesiree.com/).
About Umindi
Umindi Francis is the CEO and founder of the award-winning global brand consulting firm UFCG (https://www.ufcgworldwide.com/). She has led strategy and marketing for some of the world's leading brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, and Bumble. Over the years, she has worked with celebrities and numerous brands, ranging from The New York Times to the United States Institute of Peace, as a business strategy adviser. Umindi has been featured in a number of publications, including Time, New York, and Vogue, and is the recipient of a United States Congressional Recognition for Business Achievement.
Follow Umindi on Instagram @Umindi360 (https://www.instagram.com/umindi360/) and on Linkedin here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/umindi-francis-36776a56/) and the podcast @whatsnextwithumindi (https://instagram.com/whatsnextwithumindi).
19 Dec 2023
Madison Utendahl on entrepreneurship and burnout
In this episode, Madison Utendahl, founder of Utendahl Creative, shares her insights about creatives and the struggle with self-worth and burnout prevalent in many industries. Madison talks about the difference between success and true fulfillment, and warns of the pervading “burnout epidemic.”
Follow Madison on Instagram @madison.utendahl (https://www.instagram.com/madison.utendahl/).
About Umindi
Umindi Francis is the CEO and founder of the award-winning global brand consulting firm UFCG (https://www.ufcgworldwide.com/). She has led strategy and marketing for some of the world's leading brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, and Bumble. Over the years, she has worked with celebrities and numerous brands, ranging from The New York Times to the United States Institute of Peace, as a business strategy adviser. Umindi has been featured in a number of publications, including Time, New York, and Vogue, and is the recipient of a United States Congressional Recognition for Business Achievement.
Follow Umindi on Instagram @Umindi360 (https://www.instagram.com/umindi360/) and on Linkedin here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/umindi-francis-36776a56/) and the podcast @whatsnextwithumindi (https://instagram.com/whatsnextwithumindi).
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