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Send us Fan Mail MyMeal is all about helping those with food allergies and restrictions find safe meals at restaurants across the country. Being diagnosed with Celiac disease at age nine changed Kayla's perspective when it came to food and nutrition. However, she used this newfound perspective as an opportunity to spread knowledge and foster a community. Kayla's passion for all things nu...

Send us Fan Mail From Missouri to Virginia, Tez was really able to hone in on his admiration for all things cannabis but it certainly wasn't as easy as it sounds. Let's take it back a little bit...2011 to be exact where 'Sessions' started as a blog between two best friends. Fast forward some years later and Tez has been able to insert and brand himself into the legal cannabis s...

Send us Fan Mail Unique is the name of the game for Maria and Homebodi Designs, especially when you are in an industry that is quite populous. However, she has an array of experience ranging from fashion design to interior design which truly allows her to put a spin on things unlike any other. So when the pandemic hit and she had to make the pivot from one field to the other, how did she make the...

Send us Fan Mail All good jokes contain a true element and what started as a laughing moment between two friends, then transformed into the start of an empire for Lakeia. Erotic Fantasies serves many people and multiple purposes and is only expanding as time goes on. What was the experience for Lakeia stepping into an industry with quite the stigma around it depending on who you ask? Sex sells wit...

Send us Fan Mail The journey to success can come with a host of ups and downs, but a strong mindset will carry you through ANY situation. Travis will be the first to tell you that he never envisioned popping his Achilles and ultimately ending his collegiate athletic career just like that. Travis will also tell you that he knew he needed to act quick, because the show must still go on. So from a co...

Send us Fan Mail Don't you like when things are uncomplicated? The peace of mind that comes with a smooth process is unlike any other, however sometimes we tend to make things harder than they have to be. Tiege Hanley provides men with a solution when it comes to finding a skin care routine that works for them. Let's face it...products can be confusing and expensive which makes it even h...

Send us Fan Mail When you are raised with consistency and accountability at the forefront, you can truly be your own motivation throughout life. To take it a step further, this exact upbringing showed Kwame the vast amount of knowledge that is out there within the world. From becoming a licensed crane operator to now taking the world of sales by storm...some say the sky is the limit but for Kwame...

Send us Fan Mail There are times where we may have to do some digging to truly find our purpose in life and there are times where the signs are right in front of us. However, just because something may be close...does not mean it will always come easy. Taylor has her fair share of passions and hobbies, but choosing which one to hone in on is a decision that she is still figuring out to this day. W...

Send us Fan Mail What's stopping you from achieving $1 million in revenue this year for you or your brand? What about $10 million? $15 million? That question for you may have a million different answers, simply one answer or maybe it is unknown. Nonetheless, no matter where you fall on that spectrum...there are resources available that can make sure all those goals are achieved and then some!...

Send us Fan Mail If you have branded yourself in any form or fashion, an essential tip to keep handy is to always be ready to promote yourself. You never know when a life-changing opportunity may arise from a brief car ride to waiting in the line together to grab some groceries. No matter where he goes, Adrian always make sure he is prepared for whatever connection may come his way. So much so, th...

Send us Fan Mail North Carolina to North Dakota. A move that Ian may not have always anticipated but one that he didn't shy away from once the time came. He hit the ground running and immersed himself in the community. At this point in life, Ian knew for certain he wanted to help those around him, but in what way? Music. Politics. Catering. Cannabis. Four pillars that he continued to build hi...

Send us Fan Mail Changing the landscape of how healthcare is delivered is a tall task no matter how you look at it. However, when you consider yourself to be a disruptor in the healthcare industry, then this is something that you have no problem tackling head on. Omar recognized that within this industry there are a host of disparities affecting people all around the world, and he wanted to stop t...

Send us Fan Mail Most entrepreneurs in today's society will agree that content creation is key to making yourself that much more marketable to the public. No matter what product or service you offer, it is important for people to be able to resonate with it in some form or fashion. From owning his own clothing brand to being a barber as well, Teejay has a host of different interests and hobbi...

Send us Fan Mail In life the saying goes...expect the unexpected. But how often are we truly equipped to handle the obstacles that life throws our way? Now...that is not to say that you must have everything at your disposal on a daily basis, but if you stay ready then you never have to get ready. That is where Easter comes in, because she is here to make sure that you and your business are taken c...

Send us Fan Mail How many of you would agree that when it comes to your communication skills, there is certainly room for improvement? It is a common theme across the board that most people would answer 'yes' to some degree. While teaching business students how to give presentations, Brenden realized that there are many things that get lost in translation when it comes to public speaking...

Send us Fan Mail When you have a solid support system around you starting at such a young age, it can truly pay dividends in the long run. Jay Coachman remembers his fascination with art and creative expression as a kid and says his family did nothing but add fuel to the fire and encourage him along the way. Fast forward some years later and Jay has been able to amass a host of different connectio...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever seen a cupcake, layered cake or any sweet treat and thought to yourself...wow how did they decorate that so beautifully? Often times, they are so elegantly made that you don't even want to touch it in fear of ruining the design. Well, Shawnna brings this experience with every product that she makes and is only diversifying her creativity as time goes on. From ke...

Send us Fan Mail The black background with the orange letters...that is how you will know when you've been SnatchedBySnackss. The journey to becoming a hair braider was not a walk in the park, but the grind is what Tymia has come to appreciate the most. She knows that there are things she can improve on when it comes to marketing her brand and the services she offers, but even behind the scen...

Send us Fan Mail When you go to school and get a degree in a particular area of study, more than likely that is what you expect your career to be based around. However, the beauty of the life we live is the ability to pivot and really embrace what interests you the most. For Matt, while he loved architecture...the idea of giving back was so deeply rooted in him that he started a company with that...

Send us Fan Mail They say you are what you eat, but can the same be said in regards to what you drink? Well, Bassima and the ladies over at SkinTē certainly thought so! So much so, they decided to take matters into their own hands while still promoting health and beauty from the inside out. SkinTē goes beyond just something that you consume, but there was a lot of background research and trial and...

Send us Fan Mail Changing locations is one thing, but changing career paths on top of that will always prove to be easier said than done. But if you think Devo let a little bump in the road stop him from going after his dreams and aspirations, then you are sadly mistaken. Devo will tell you firsthand that leaving North Carolina and heading to Texas was a big decision for him, however he has absolu...

Send us Fan Mail Soothe the beard, Soothe the soul. It is one thing to have a brand that targets men's grooming but it is another thing when you intertwine your products and services to also tailor towards mental and emotional wellness. Being a veteran-owned business has motivated Frankie to want to continue to pay it forward to other fellow veteran business owners and entrepreneurs. One of t...

Send us Fan Mail As a musical artist, have you ever felt underrepresented or even as if there was a lack of resources to support you in all facets? Have you ever worked with others who didn't always have you or your brand's best interest at heart? Whether you answered yes or no to either of those questions, we are positive that Tommy and The Core Valu can be of assistance. See, Tommy rec...

Send us Fan Mail Ryder...do NOT forget the Van Gogh. The name itself is a work of art, so just imagine finding out what he really does and why he is so intentional behind it all. Ryder is not new to the entrepreneurial space at all, so making the transition to the music industry was not a difficult thing to do. His love for music and creative expression dates back to as early as six years old and...

Send us Fan Mail It is one thing to solely have to support yourself, but the dynamic changes when you have a family and you have a mindset to go hard for them by any means necessary. While Maia came into business beyond motivated and ready to hit the ground running, her family only added more fuel to the fire and took her grind to the next level. On top of being booked and busy in Philadelphia and...