CONNECT Podcast with Mel Capers

In this episode, we highlight services offered at the Capers Business Ventures.   Our services are based on three foundational pillars: 1) coaching, 2) speaking and 3) training. With each, you'll find we're absolutely engaged with our clients and have been ever since launching in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic. Because of the pandemic we saw how important it was to get our voices o...

In today's episode, we speak to the co-founder of Billionaire Thoughts a coaching business for entrepreneurs.  Sheles and her husband help these entrepreneurs change their mindset about how they view money so it won't limit their success; or more importantly, how success is measured.  Billionaire Thoughts is an Action Coach partner and together the help entrepreneurs live the lifestyle a...

In this episode, we take a look at an entrepreneur who is in the travel industry.  She gives us information on travel planning during a pandemic and is eager for us to continue planning vacations, because one day, as she stated, "Corona will be over...and we'll be traveling again...." So here we have it, an entrepreneur who is ready to launch out of COVID-19 with unprecedented trave...

In this episode, we meet Dr Dwan Bryant, author, certified life coach, motivational speaker and host of the T.O.C. Talk, "Table of Confidence" podcast . She is also a Subject Matter Expert of Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness of Corporate Solutions and Economic Development at Tarrant County College. Dr Bryant connected with CBV Services on more than one occasion during her clim...

In this episode, we highlight services offered at the Capers Business Ventures.   Our services are based on three foundational pillars: 1) coaching, 2) speaking and 3) training. With each, you'll find we're absolutely engaged with our clients and have been ever since launching in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic. Because of the pandemic we saw how important it was to get our voices o...

In today's episode, we visit with a president of a local Toastmaster's club and learn some of her secrets to speaking before an audience.  After listening to our guest, it's clearly obvious, great benefits are waiting for you in your local Toastmaster's club!  So don't hesitate, become great...sign up with your local club and master the art of speaking before an audience. ...

In this episode, we have a young entrepreneur who runs a company supporting frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.  She is Chawanna  Stevens, co-owner and CEO of Integral Medical Staffing .  She has always had a desire to be in healthcare management soon after marrying her husband who is a nurse whose medical career saw him being involved with medical staffing agencies.  Chawanna's d...

This episode highlights the love and compassion teachers have for their students. Ms Jessica Armstrong is an elementary school teacher in Orange County Public Schools in  Orlando Florida. Her story starts with Teach for America and it still continues today. Teachers like Ms Armstrong should be paid what they are worth....millions! Hear her talk about how she loves her "babies" so much th...

On this episode, we meet a young filmmaker from Waterbury, Connecticut.  He originally studied political science and was planning to be a lawyer until he realized he had more of a passion for writing and storytelling.  He founded his company Quintessential Pictures and is now helping the world look better on the big screen.  His work is of the highest quality which is indicative of his company&apo...

In this episode, we meet Hope Amber Reign, a former NFL cheerleader, an author and a public speaker. Her book Chronicles Of Ebony Steele is a series of events from her life's journal. She dedicates her book to every fatherless daughter and woman who never experienced love from a father. Always striving to help girls and women pivot their lives, Hope sits down with us to highlight tips they ca...

On this episode we meet a husband and wife team who co-authored a book that talks about the peaks and valleys of true love. This couple has an energy about them that exalts love everlasting. It's hard to step aside from the love they have for each other especially after learning of their incredible journey. Their book We Re-Do: Our Journey To Rediscovery & Recommitment shares the pain of...

In this episode, we highlight Kevin and Tasha Whate co-founders of a company that puts your events center stage! That company is Vanguardian Global, a company specializing in coordinating corporate events, global events, virtual events, celebrity events, birthday parties and weddings.  Vanguardian Global also books athletes, entertainers and speakers. Kevin and Tasha are doing amazing things and a...

Our guest today is Miss Yolanda M. Smith. She is founder and CEO of Branding 4 Success.  Yolanda is a people growth leader and Brandthropist, who has a passion to help others achieve their highest potential by unleashing the power of personal branding, to really achieve success, financial freedom and visibility. She helps others articulate their value and  stand out while living authentically so t...

In this episode, we connect with Raven Small, author of the book titled Cuts and Bruises . Raven is a 4th grade who is doing amazing things by influencing young adults to be greater than they are. The focus of her is to help young people normalize themselves in tough times. Her favorite quote is " it is okay if you're struggling...it is okay to admit and acknowledge that you have some he...

In this episode, we connect with Mr Justin Austin, the inventor of the Peace Watchers app. This is an idea he came up with as a result of the absolute life-changing nightmare murder of George Floyd in 2020. Soon after that event, Mr Austin came up with the idea to turn that fiery energy many Americans felt into a positive tool. Thus the Peace Watchers app. We are indeed happy to have Mr Justin Aus...

In this episode, we meet a man who's making a difference running through his neighborhood and all across this great land. He's a member of Black Men Run group who is doing amazing things around the country. A group formed seven and a half years ago and is currently in 55 cities across the U.S. with now over 25,000 members. We're so happy to have him with us! He is Rafael Ortiz!

In this episode we meet an internationally recognized leadership expert who's a speaker, life coach and author.  My guest today is Ms Karen Robinson , Founder and CEO of Solomon Porch Society, an amazing ministry that touches the lives of women across the entire globe. Karen's charge is to fortify leaders and empower women to take on the world without hesitation. We're excited to ha...

In this episode, we meet Mr Kevin White, co-founder of Vanguardian Global and host of Time Is Life Podcast .  He is a professional dancer, choreographer and has toured with TLC, Monica. He has performed on the Grammys a few times, done the Billboard Music Awards, Soul Train Music Awards, Lady of Soul and VH1 Fashion Awards. He is a world traveler and a respected influencer. We are happy he took ti...

In this episode, we meet a power couple Brandon and Tiffany Ward they're co-founders of the DreamSafe Project a nonprofit organization that was created after the Ward family experienced a horrible tragedy in October 2013.  Their middle child was tragically struck by hit and run driver on Halloween night.  By the grace of God, Brandon's quick CPR action, the hospital staff's care and...

In this episode, we meet an entrepreneur who is absolutely incredible.  She is a woman who has been and will continue to be making a difference and taking her business and clients to a new dimension.  We are honored to have as our guest Rhonda Sullivan, Founder and CEO of Dream Differently, LLC ... a company she built based on hope, passion and love.  Dream Differently was founded to help parents...

This episodes welcomes Tasha Robinson-White, an innovative leader with superpowers for connecting and collaborating with stars in the entertainment industry.  As Co-Founders of Vanguardian Global , she and her husband Kevin White produce impactful global events that provide platforms for authors, entertainers, professional athletes and keynote speakers to deliver exhilarating experiences for audie...

In this episode, we meet Rhonda Alexia Webb an entrepreneur and a philanthropist who started her career as a licensed owner makeup artist in the beauty industry. After being in the industry for 25 years, she moved to a completely different arena as an entrepreneur, philanthropists and educator.  In 2016, she launched her Kids Rule Now nonprofit organization where she has developed a curriculum for...

In this episode, we CONNECT with the Reverend Jumanne Bradford.  He is a certified John Maxwell coach, teacher, trainer and speaker.  He's been doing great things in the Maryland, Washington DC and  Virginia area having learned from a very early age that his calling was to be a mentor, tutor and leader of youth.  He started writing books, started his own nonprofit organization and created a f...

On today's episode we're happy to have with us Attorney Nakia Gray.  She is Founder and Managing Attorney of Gray Legal, P.C. a law firm serving the legal needs of online entrepreneurs by providing business, intellectual property, and legacy planning.  Needless to say, she has transformed her brick and mortar business into a digital law powerhouse.  After speaking with Attorney Gray, it...

This episode introduces you to Ms Camica Credle, Founder and Chief Executive of Credle Consulting. Her story is inspirational to say the least as she spends countless hours juggling numerous tasks as she grows as an entrepreneur who is launching to the next level.  She is also the president of a non-profit organization, president of an insurance company and a certified John Maxwell coach, speaker...