Black Wall Street Today with Blair Durham

In this episode of Black Wall Street Today with Blair Durham Blair interviews Author Zakiya Dalila Harris. ENJOY!!!!!!  The book has been called “A thrilling, edgier “Devil Wears Prada” that explores privilege and racism,” (Washington Post), The Other Black Girl will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last twist on the very last page.  : ZAKIYA DALILA HARRIS spent nearly th...

Letitia Griffin with LAR Solutions and Nathaniel Turner, JD.: The League of Extraordinary Parents & More! Letitia Griffin talks about the genesis of the creation of her minority and women-owned business, LAR Solutions Co, which consults with small and large businesses to provide support in transportation and logistics. Nathaniel A. Turner is the author of “The League of Extraordinary Parents”...

Show 139! H.J. Harris, author of “Solving The Race Issue In America,” shares his experiences as a keen observer, recorder, and participant at pivotal moments of the racial evolution of America. Tanecia Newman, Founder, and CEO of New Man Fitness shares her philosophy to encourage, inspire, and empower children, women, and families to live a healthy life filled with confidence, self-awareness, and...

Alisa Lofton-Reed, Diversity and Inclusion Manager for the Alzheimer Association Southeastern Virginia Chapter, talks about her work to bring Alzheimer’s education programs to diverse communities. Alvin “Chip” Harris shares his experiences as the Owner/Operator of 7 Cities Auto Detailing LLC and Military Affairs Liaison Officer of the Tidewater Chapter Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated. Websites: www.a...

Starr Armstrong, Founder and Executive Director of Clever Communities In Action focuses on the promotion and placement of culturally affirming literature in order to improve literacy rates, build community, and heal traumas inflicted by systemic racism within the African-American community. Stephenie Howard, Founding President of Communities in Power, shares her commitment to enlightening, enrichi...

Eugene Driggers, Cassandra Custis, and Kenneth Lister, Master Stylists, and educators talk about the challenges and rewards of teaching hair care and the certification process to become hairstylists during the present pandemic. : www.aiofhampton.com Schedule your guest appearance on the show : https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTo...

Author Jae Carter & Sheri Johnson on Black Wall Street Today. Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wall Street Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurship and hosted by Virginia Tech alumnae Blair Durham, co-founder and...

Hope Sinclair and Communities in the schools on Black Wall Street Today. Hope R. Sinclair, Ph. D., Executive Director of Communities In Schools of Hampton Roads (CISofHR), shares her work in leading the movement in Hampton Roads to give young people the help they need to not only graduate high school but to become productive citizens, and is working to bridge the gap between what our youth need an...

Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis of 365 Diversity, LLC, discusses the necessity of evaluating the level of readiness professional institutions about the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional settings - 365 Diversity does results-based training, workshops, evaluations, and assessments of every part of schools, businesses, and organizations. This requires getting outside of the comfort zone...

Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wall Street Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurship and hosted by Virginia Tech alumnae Blair Durham, co-founder and co-President of Black BRAND. BWST occurs live in the studios of th...

Investments and the art of Freedom

Community leader Cynthia Terry of Martin’s Cafeteria shares her inspiration and passion for cooking, her experiences of opening and owning three area restaurants, and gives inspiration to potential business owners. Michael Gray of Apex Financial talks about “Strategies for Building and Preserving Wealth.” Arlene Green talks about her Independent Contractor business as a Virtual Assistant and her e...

Listen as Tobias Morrison, Owner/ Acquisitions Specialist of MHM Acquisitions LLC, talks about the process of navigating through rising foreclosures and investing in wholesale real estate. Michael Gray of Apex Financial talks about the tools needed and steps to take to build a solid financial foundation. Entrepreneur Chris Taylor shares how Smoothie Stop Cafe, a Black woman-owned business sets its...

Shirvan Joseph talks about available homeownership programs and the necessary steps to building wealth through property ownership from pre-qualification through closing. Michael Gray of Apex Financial talks about building blocks for building wealth. Seko Varner shares the importance of the financial aspects of investing and connecting people to financing.  Websites: www.apexfinancialgroupofva...

Black BRAND's Coffee Connect featuring Fresh Cup Coffee and Tea Company's Jarrod Freeman. https://www.freshcup2u.com . Jarod and Thanayi Foreman have over 20 years in the coffee and marketing industries. Jarod lost his job in the Coffee Refreshment industry due to the Covid19 Pandemic in 2020. Jarod Foreman collected unemployment for about two months, but then he realized he had a thirst for a hom...

In this Coffee Connect episode, Blair chats with Claudell Clark about the secrets of fundraising. Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wall Street Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurship and hosted by Virginia Tech alumn...

What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Business with Sebrina Brown and George Berry for Black BRAND's Coffee Connect! Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wall Street Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurship and hosted by...

In this BONUS episode of Black Wall Street Today, Blair chats with one of the principal owners of Shark City Naturals. Shark City Naturals is a family-owned and operated, all-natural cosmetics company based out of Norfolk, Virginia. The products were initially created to combat adverse reactions from products made with unknown substances for our large family of ten but it quickly evolved into our...

Anthony Clint, Jr. talks about the steps to get your music licensed and used in TV, film, and other media outlets, and the importance of networking and relationship building for success. www.clintproductions.com Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wal...

Dr. Camille Jones talks about Clinicianfest, an online conference with mental health and wellness providers promoting the importance of mental health awareness in these challenging times and situations. www.clinicianfest.com Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com ....

www.buyfromablackwoman.org  Nikki Porcher, Founder of Buy From A Black Woman, shares how her non-profit organization empowers businesses owned by Black Women entrepreneurs and provides resources for financial success. Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . Th...

In the #MoneyTalk segment, Michael Gray of Apex Financial completes his two-part segment about getting financial R.E.L.I.E.F. Learn and possibly earn from Vice President/Marketing Director of Apex Financial Group of VA, Inc. with over 25 years of experience in business management and marketing, discusses having a common-sense approach to finances. http://www.apexfinancialgroupofva.com/about-firm/...

Samuel Varner, CEO of Sam's Financial Corner and self-described financial coach, talks about changing your personal financial mindset and shares practical techniques to build wealth and tune up your financial health. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaCG5x6MQA9mh2xQ_zA0voA/videos   &   https://www.instagram.com/samsfinancialcorner & https://www.samsfinancialcorner.com &...

Dr. Narketta Sparkman-Key, Founder and Owner of Belinda Bea, shares her motivation and inspiration for creating her vegan leather line of handbags and her passion for empowering women. www.bbbossbags.com Schedule your guest appearance on the show: https://bwstlive.as.me/schedule.php  – Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email BlackWallStreetTodayPodcast @ gmail. com . The Black Wall Street...

Michael Gray of Apex Financial starts a two-part segment about getting financial R.E.L.I.E.F. In this edition of Black Wall Street Today, Blair chats with Rev. Michael L. Gray, Vice President/Marketing Director of Apex Financial Group of VA, Inc. with over 25 years of experience in business management and marketing, discusses having a common-sense approach to finances. http://www.apexfinancialgrou...