More Rounds with Kim Lewis

Get ready for a fashion-forward episode on the More Rounds Podcast featuring Philomina Kane, the brilliant mind behind the revolutionary hoodie for women of color. Join host Kim Lewis as she delves into Philomina Kane's inspiring journey, from navigating her way through pre-orders to founding Kin—an apparel brand that's breaking barriers in the fashion industry. Discover the unique feature...

Join us for an insightful episode of More Rounds Podcast as host Kim Lewis sits down with Rodney Williams, a trailblazer in the fintech space and co-founder of Solo Funds. Rodney's journey is one of innovation and impact, as he shares his experiences revolutionizing finance through technology. As the co-founder of Solo Funds, Rodney has crossed over 2 million users, transforming the way people...

Join host Kim Lewis for a captivating episode of More Rounds Podcast as she sits down with Ephraim Egbele, accountant turned entrepreneur and founder of EFS. Ephraim's journey is a testament to resilience and determination. After experiencing the setback of being laid off during the 2008 recession, Ephraim made the bold decision to start his own business rather than pursue another job. Tune in...

Join Kim Lewis for a dynamic episode of More Rounds featuring her close friend and serial entrepreneur, Riana Lynn. From a family of farmers to a pioneer in AI & Software, Riana's journey is one of resilience and innovation. With over five companies launched from $10,000 to millions raised, Riana shares her unique insights and lessons learned. Tune in to discover the secrets behind Riana&#...

Join us for an enlightening episode of More Rounds Podcast as host Kim Lewis sits down with Kareem Edwards, the pioneering owner of Chicago's first Chick-fil-A. Born and raised in Queens, New York, Kareem's journey is a testament to resilience and reinvention. From interning on Wall Street during his college years to pivoting his career into marketing, Kareem shares the highs and lows of h...

Join host Kim Lewis for an electrifying episode of More Rounds Podcast as she sits down with the visionary entrepreneur, Donyale Walton. Founder of Hoop Mobb, Donyale shares her inspiring journey of building an empire from scratch. From the humble beginnings of Hoop Mobb in 2019 to rubbing shoulders with Oprah while interviewing the cast of "The Color Purple" wearing her company's earr...

In this episode Kim shares invaluable insights on the power of networking and navigating being in the room with other successful professionals. Drawing from her own experiences, Kim offers practical tips on effective networking strategies, empowering black and brown women to seize opportunities and make meaningful connections. From mastering the art of financial literacy to expanding your literary...

Join us for a captivating episode of More Rounds Podcast as host Kim Lewis sits down with the remarkable Mal Wright. Known for her appearance on the season of "The Ultimatum: Queer Love Edition," Mal shares her journey of transformation and empowerment. From navigating the highs and lows of reality television to facing the consequences of missed opportunities, including a $25,000 loss on a...

Get ready to dive into the world of serial entrepreneurship with our next guest, Ace Chapman! Join host Kim Lewis as she sits down with Ace, who not only owns an impressive 31 companies but has also bought and sold over 100. From his journey of triumphs to the lessons learned, including one that cost him a staggering $400,000, Ace shares invaluable insights into his entrepreneurial endeavors. Tune...

Join host Kim Lewis for an illuminating episode of the More Rounds Podcast, as she sits down with the dynamic tech entrepreneur, Sevetri Wilson, to unravel her remarkable journey from bootstrapped beginnings to venture capital success. With insightful anecdotes and invaluable lessons learned along the way, Sevetri shares her experiences of breaking into the tech industry and mastering her craft fr...

In episode 2 of the More Rounds Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome a good friend of Kim, Jeff Nelson, a true tech pioneer who is also the COO of Blavity & current CEO of Cinchapi. Join host Kim Lewis as she takes a trip down memory lane with Jeff, who not only went to high school with Kim but also played a pivotal role in shaping her future after introducing her to join a gifted kids progr...

Welcome to a brand new season of the More Rounds Podcast, and we're kicking it off with a bang!  From his role as the creator of the Blue Ribbon Mastermind to scaling Boom Cosmetics to a staggering $40 million, Ezra Firestone is sitting down with host Kim Lewis to kick off season 3 of the More Rounds Podcast These two are wasting no time getting straight into the highs, the lows, and the $500,...

The More Rounds Podcast is back this week with part two of "Funding & Relationships" with Tim and Kim Lewis.  In this episode, Kim dives deep into her funding journey.  She offers several tips for business owners who are looking for ways to fund their businesses.  You do not want to miss this episode as she breaks down the differences between Angel Investing, Venture Capital, and Crowd...

Join us for a unique episode of the More Rounds Podcast featuring Tim Lewis, husband to host Kim Lewis, also the Co-founder & COO of CurlMix. In this intimate conversation, Tim is asking all the questions to give listeners an insight to her early struggles with pitching competitions and  past jobs that taught her the art of selling.  If you’ve been wanting to understand more about who Kim Lewi...

Join host Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, for a jaw dropping episode featuring Tiffini Gatlin, a trailblazer in the beauty industry & CEO of Latched and Hooked.   In this exclusive conversation, Tiffini takes us through her entrepreneurial rollercoaster— as the creator of the first crochet hair on the market, selling her business early on, styling hair on the side to fund her dreams,...

Join your host Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, sits down with Isoken, the Co-founder and CEO of Parfait—an AI-powered wig company that's changing the game in the beauty industry. Join us as Isoken shares her inspiring journey, from overcoming childhood bullying about her hair texture to becoming a trailblazer in the world of AI wigs. In this candid conversation, Isoken opens up about...

In this episode, Renee, the Founder of FundBlackFounders opens up about her entrepreneurial rollercoaster—pitching competitions, bootstrapping, and winning grants to support her ventures. The turning point came when she witnessed an investor shaming Black founders for struggling to raise a friends and family round. This experience fueled Renee's determination to create friends and family capit...

Join host Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, for a candid conversation with the talented Corey Arvinger, CEO of Support Black Colleges, known for his viral content and one-of-a-kind designs. Corey's story kicks off at Howard University, where he began his clothing business and has now been featured in media publications such as MTV, BET & USA Today. In this episode, Corey shares his...

Prepare for an eye-opening episode as Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, sits down with the remarkable Dominique Broadway, a financial expert, and coach. From starting her investment journey at the age of 16 with just $50 to amassing $40k worth of Apple stocks. She navigated odd jobs in her teens, pursued her dream of being a stockbroker, and even landed her dream internship at Morgan Stanle...

Join us for an exclusive episode as Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, brings her husband, Tim Lewis, to the More Rounds Podcast. Get ready to see another side of the business as Tim talks about manufacturing versus co-packing, the dynamics of working together as a couple, and the behind-the-scenes of building CurlMix. Tim plays a crucial role in handling the product side of the business, br...

Join host Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY, for another exciting episode of the More Rounds Podcast, featuring the incredible Davonne Reaves – the Queen of hotels and the youngest black female hotel owner in the United States. Davonne's journey began in corporate, starting as a non-paid intern where she learned about ownership and the art of raising capital through building a connection...

Join your host  Kim Lewis, CEO of CurlMix & 4C ONLY with special guest, Ryan Wilson, the  Co-Founder of The Gathering Spot as they dive into Ryan’s pivot from a Civil Rights attorney to the visionary behind the private membership network that serves as a hub for collaboration, connections and experiences for creatives & entrepreneurs. Ryan makes it very clear that $20 million is not a lot...

Introducing Jasmine Crime Crowe Houston, the remarkable CEO of Goodr, a force for change and an advocate for solving one of America's most pressing issues: hunger. In this week's episode of the More Rounds podcast, get ready to be inspired by Jasmine's journey and her relentless commitment to making a positive impact. Join us as we delve into her mission to eradicate hunger, one innova...

Get ready to be blown away by the incredible story of Lauren Miller on this weeks episode of the More Rounds Podcast! Lauren hails from a family of farmers in Georgia, but she's taken the reins and turned their legacy into a powerhouse business. Sacrificing her passion as an entrepreneur to carry her family 140 year legacy she's sharing her truth on taking over the business. But it's n...

Get ready for a journey into your roots with Gina Paige, the co-founder of African Ancestry, as she's letting us know what getting her company off the ground looked like with no loans, venture capital funding or using other people's money! So, tune all the way in as we explore how DNA connects us to our ancestors and their stories. You don't wanna miss this empowering conversation!  __...