Brick by Brick from The BrownStone Experience

In this conversation, Feleccia Turner and Nikki Porcher discuss the journey of supporting Black women entrepreneurs through the organization 'Buy From a Black Woman'. They explore the challenges faced by Black women in business, the impact of the pandemic, the importance of community support, and the need for economic empowerment. Nikki shares her personal experiences and insights on the significa...

Sydney Carter: Breaking Boundaries in Basketball and Fashion In a recent episode of "Brick by Brick," a podcast by The Brownstone Experience, I sat down with Sydney Carter, a former professional basketball player turned coach and fashion icon. The interview provides insights into Carter's multifaceted career and her journey in breaking stereotypes in women's basketball. Sydney Carter, now a Player...

This episode was recorded in July 2023. Summary In this episode of "Brick by Brick," a podcast by The Brownstone Experience, I sat down with Sydney Carter, a former professional basketball player turned coach who has garnered attention for her fashionable sideline outfits. The interview offers insights into Carter's multifaceted career, her journey in breaking stereotypes, and her aspirations in b...

Summary In this episode, Feleccia Turner discusses her journey of stepping into the forefront of her brand, BrownStone, and overcoming fear and self-sabotage. She takes the time to share a clear testament to the brand's purpose and mission. She emphasizes the significance of fashion as a means of self-expression and confidence while also addressing the need for quality over quantity in clothin...

Embracing Your Superpower: A Conversation with Dr. Aletha Miller This episode was recorded on May 3, 2024. Show Notes: 1. Introduction to Dr. Aletha Miller: Psychologist, mother, wife, and empowerment coach 2. Dr. Miller's journey of self-discovery: From being called the "Jolly Green Giant" in childhood to embracing her height and confidence 3. The importance of taking up space and w...

Summary Welcome the one and only Shon Simon to Brick by Brick! Shon Simon, owner and CEO of Shon Simon Co, shares her journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced in the fashion manufacturing industry. She started as a celebrity makeup artist in New York City before moving to LA to open an online clothing store. After facing setbacks and learning about manufacturing, she opened her own...

Don't call it a comeback! In this solo episode, Feleccia reflects on her journey and the challenges she faced while building The Brownstone Experience. She discusses the personal and professional growth she experienced, the impact of the pandemic on her business, and the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Feleccia also shares her renewed focus on health and wellness a...

Episode 15: The State of Our Community INTRO Feleccia Turner, introduces the podcast as the second episode of "Brick by Brick," a podcast by The Brownstone Experience, where she talks with the cover stars about their business endeavors, careers, and life, focusing on entrepreneurship and community-related topics. Introduction Moshae, a practicing attorney among other things. They open by...

Episode 14: Embracing Black Girl Magic: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph INTRO Feleccia Turner, Founder & CEO of The BrownStone Experience introduces the guest, Moshae Donald, a 37-year-old attorney from Mobile, AL, who is the July-August cover of The Brownstone Experience magazine. Moshae Donald is a 37-year-old attorney, mother of a 12-year-old son, former elementary school teacher, and u...

Meet Adjwoa Tyehimba, an entrepreneur, author, and much more. We discuss her expertise in cannabis and how our communities are still being affected by the criminalization and also how we may be left behind in the commercialization of the industry. I learned so much and I hope you will too! Enjoy!

Adjwoa Tyehimba was born and raised in Dallas and Atlanta. The cultural exposure that came from living in a diverse environment coupled with growing up around the Pan-African Connection Bookstore, founded by her father shaped her into the dynamic woman she is today. Her mother worked for Delta Airlines, providing opportunities for travel and cultural experiences. Adjwoa is versatile, nuanced, and...

As a multi-faceted businesswoman and practicing physician, Dr. Clark shares some advice on building an empire. She attributes some of her success to setting a 10 year goal, being accessible to her team and patients, and paying close attention to the numbers.

This month our focus is motherhood and black maternal healthcare. We discuss how to take care of your body, prepare for pregnancy, advocate for yourself, and creating birthing teams.

Our April Cover Star Jennifer James is a visionary leader with over 15 years of specialized expertise committed to synchronizing innovative strategies that maximize organizational growth through developing key partnerships. Jennifer has successfully generated over $100MM in revenue through transforming concepts into viable deliverable products. She performs as the Senior Investment Officer and Lea...

Our April Cover Star Jennifer James is a visionary leader with over 15 years of specialized expertise committed to synchronizing innovative strategies that maximize organizational growth through developing key partnerships. Jennifer has successfully generated over $100MM in revenue through transforming concepts into viable deliverable products. She performs as the Senior Investment Officer and Lea...

Mayor Rachel Proctor joins me at the table to discuss her lifelong entrepreneurial journey. We discuss ways to avoid burnout, the importance of doing your due diligence before committing to a new project, and how to be a tour guide for the next generation.

Mayor Rachel Proctor, the youngest black female to ever serve in the role of Mayor of Desoto, Texas joins me on the couch this month. Our cover star for Women's History Month shares her story with us which begins in the same city in which is now serving as Mayor. Rachel, the baby of the bunch, is a Pastor's kid, a dog mom, and the ultimate girls' night-in host when she is not wearing her mayoral h...

Kim and I move to the table to discuss her life-long entrepreneurship journey. She shares how she opened her first makeup store, LAMIK in a Houston mall, built a team, honed in on customer service, and raised money for causes near and dear to her heart. In 2019, she had a gut feeling to do something totally new and different. She moved on that pull from God and prepared to launch LAMIK 2.0, a tech...

I sat down with Kim Roxie, the CEO, and Founder of LAMIK Beauty - (pronounced La-Meek) a vegan makeup line made with natural and organic ingredients for multicultural women. Kim shares her values and belief that beauty is universal and should be recognized in all forms. We discuss creating images that highlight the beauty that we want to see rather than what is shown historically and commercially....

I sat down with my good sis, Saria to talk more about her journey into entrepreneurship. She shares how the struggle got real before she left her full time job, how dealing with microagressions in corporate America was exhausting, and how having a supportive partner is a key to success. Check out this episode and others on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!

I sat down with Saria Hawkins-Banda, the CEO of Manifest Your Purpose to discuss her brand, the product line, and the meaning behind the creation of each item. Her lux stationary brand was born in 2020 organically from her love of organizing, planning, and community. She shares her creative process when creating products and the questions she asks herself. Saria is unapologetically creating what s...