Conversations Beyond the Brand

Welcome to a heartfelt and joyful bonus episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand ! 🎧 In this intimate conversation, Dr. Tashana Thompson invites her 8-year-old daughter, Addisyn, to the mic to discuss the power of tight-knit family values , love , and what it truly means to grow up in a home rooted in support, tradition, and faith . Through laughter, candid questions, and sweet storytelling, Add...

What happens when a business partnership ends, but the friendship doesn't? In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with longtime friend and former business partner Joline Falco for a raw and heart-centered conversation about the end of their formal business relationship, and how they navigated the breakup with honesty, healing, and integrity. This is a mu...

Are you struggling to attract the right clients or any at all? This episode is for women entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and mission-driven small business owners who are ready to build a business that reflects their brilliance, connects with their audience, and drives real results. In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson is joined by Marie Fratoni , international...

In this powerful episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Vincent and Monica Alexander, who have been married for 21 years and are the founders of Synergy: Better Together . Through their story, they share what many couples need most—a faith-based reset rooted in grace, truth, and real tools for communication, trust, and connection. Whether you're navigating...

In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Yuquan Holloway, a project management expert creating business transformation. This conversation uncovers the real meaning of strategic execution . Discover how Yuquan has led both small businesses and Fortune 500 organizations to success by aligning leadership, process optimization, and measurable impact. Whet...

In this heartfelt episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with filmmaker and creative director Graham Kuhn, founder of Focus Film, to explore how men can lead with emotion and how visual storytelling can transform brands. Graham helps clients bring clarity, connection, and real feeling to their brand stories. This is a powerful conversation about what it means t...

What does it really mean to lead with people first? In this episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Becky Bruner , founder of Choose Happy Assisting and a trusted voice in culture and connection consulting. Becky shares how people-first leadership , intentional team-building , and values-based branding help small businesses and nonprofits build lasting impac...

In this insightful episode, Calondra Tibbs, founder and CEO of Trifecta Advising, breaks down the essential strategies nonprofits need to grow, communicate their value, and deliver measurable impact. With years of experience supporting mission-driven organizations, Calondra shares how she guides clients through strategic planning, brand visibility, and program development. If you're a nonprofit le...

In this episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand , host Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with fractional CFO and financial strategist Melissa Kennebrew of MBK Financial Services. Melissa brings a refreshing blend of empathy and expertise to business finance. Melissa shares how she helps entrepreneurs move from confusion to clarity, lead with confidence, and build businesses that are both purpose-d...

Conversations Beyond the Brand: Featuring Sharifa Rowe | Building Through Collectivism and Leadership In this inspiring episode of Conversations Beyond the Brand , Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with Sharifa Rowe — a powerful voice in leadership, collectivism, and community-building. Sharifa shares her journey of redefining success, not just by personal achievement but by lifting others along the...

Welcome to Conversations Beyond the Brand — where we explore the heart of transformational brands and the bold women who build them. In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Cashe Thompson , founder of Moments of Motivation — a women’s wellness brand that blends fitness, mindset, and sisterhood to create sustainable change from the inside out. Cashe isn’t just a trainer; she’s a transformational...

Conversations Beyond the Brand: Featuring Tonya Milam | How My Mother Taught Me to Build Relationships That Last  In the very first episode of Conversations: Beyond the Brand, host Dr. Tashana Thompson sits down with the woman who taught her the most about life, leadership, and relationships—her mother (Tonya Milam). They share meaningful stories and everyday moments that shaped Tashana’s app...