Seek ELLAvation®️ with Ellakisha

In the first two segments, we went from the foundation of NIL’s fight to the cracks revealed in Alston, one theme is clear: competence matters. This moment is an opportunity—but only if athletes have the right knowledge, the right team, and the discipline to get it right. Without that, deals can become traps instead of tools. 🎙 In Segment 3, we’ll break down the current House Settlement, the feder...

This case is more than about scholarships. It was about athletes' rights. We move from foundation to framing. What are we building? Tune in to find out!

Four-part series: "Power Plays: The NIL Era in College Sports." From Shadows to Spotlight: How We Got Here. For years, college athletes gave everything: time, talent, health, and likeness while helping build a billion-dollar industry that initially focused on revenue from issuing degrees. This first segment breaks down the why and how behind the rise of NIL rights, starting with the overlooked res...

What do love, legacy, and leadership have in common? They all get tested in the courtroom. In this episode of Breakups & Business, we’re joined by Genghis Shakhan, Esq., founding partner at Shakhan & Wilkerson Law Firm. This isn’t just a conversation about law; it’s about love, loss, and the power of being legally prepared for whatever life brings, from personal to professional.

What if leadership isn’t just about strategy or success, but about identity? In this episode of "Unmasking the Leader Within," we sit down with Dr. Stephanie M. Kirkland (also known as The Identity Shaper) to uncover the invisible narratives that shape how we lead, show up, and serve. Dr. Kirkland shares the personal truth behind her powerful leadership framework, Identity Dynamics®, and the urgen...

From high school dropout and former drug dealer to multimillion-dollar Rapid Business Growth Strategist and coach, Marquel is a walking billboard for the lyrics “started from the bottom now I’m here." Marquel is on a nonstop mission to help his clients earn $2 Billion over the next 5 years. And with clients already using his strategies and methods to generate more than $1 Billion in client success...

We're sitting down with Robin Nathaniel, a Telly Award-winning social media strategist, podcast host, and digital storytelling veteran with over 20 years in the game. From working with Grammy, Tony, and Emmy award winners to helping nonprofits craft social strategies that actually connect, Robin brings a rare mix of experience, purpose, and practical insight. If you're a changemaker, nonprofit lea...

In business, holding on too tightly can stall the very growth you’re working so hard to achieve. In this episode, Kimberly Fennell @kimtheadmin breaks down The Art of Letting Go to Grow...not just in life, but in leadership, decision-making, and delegation. We talk about releasing overwhelm, prioritizing what truly drives impact, and learning to let go of tasks, roles, or mindsets that no longer s...

In a world that praises constant hustle, what happens when a person chooses stillness instead? As seen on the J-Hud show, Comcast Rise, and Seva Award winner, MiMi brings her light and journey to the stage. In this powerful episode, we sit down with a visionary leader who turned to yoga, not as a trend, but as a lifeline. She opens up about the chaotic moments that led her to the mat, how that pra...

In this segment, we will explore how decoding the data helps drive the dollar. We want the information simplified because we just don't have the energy to deal with confusion. Michael Cortez is the Research and Data Analyst at the Morehouse Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (MIEC), where he leads impactful, data-driven research to evaluate program success and fuel strategic growth. With a kee...

This guest is a visionary in sound and storytelling who’s making waves on screen and behind the scenes. With a growing IMDb-accredited career, he’s brought depth and energy to roles on hit TV shows like P-Valley, Wicked City, and Will Trent, and has left his mark in films like Out on a Lim, Scorned, Pride, and Blaq Diamondz, where he commands the screen as streetwise hustler Vonte. But he’s not st...

🎙 From Black Sheep to Blueprint: The Calling Was Never Meant to Be Comfortable Ever felt like you didn’t fit the mold? Not because you were lost, but because you were called? This Tuesday on Seek ELLAvation®, we’re diving deep into what it really takes to turn doubt, detours, and imposter syndrome into divine direction. You’ll hear how the black sheep moments, the ones that made you question every...

Starting a business? Have a business but don't know if everything is in order? Don’t make these common legal mistakes. Today on Seek ELLAvation®, we’re breaking down the 7 legal questions every entrepreneur/solopreneur must ask before launching their business. From contracts to trademarks, entity structure to ownership rights — these are the answers that could save you thousands, protect your bran...

We’re breaking down how to build real impact through Social Currency—the kind that opens doors, sustains movements, and multiplies legacy. Who’s in your circle? What are you exchanging? Influence, access, trust, and connection are currency. If you’re not leveraging them with intention, you’re leaving equity on the table. Stephannie Kirby, a social currency advocate, is bringing an ELLAvating persp...

We are not talking about cliché sacrifice like just “working harder.” We are talking about the behind-the-scenes choices, the lonely nights, the missed milestones, the identity shifts, and the mindset evolution. The kind of sacrifice that doesn’t just cost you sleep, but sometimes even costs you relationships, routines, or parts of the old you that can’t come with you into the next season. Carlos...

By the end of this podcast, you will understand how to build ownership that extends beyond your current job, business, or industry. Whether an entrepreneur, employee, or creative, you’ll learn how to create opportunities that open doors, generate income, and build long-term success. Ritchie Thomas (The Soldier Coach) is dedicated to helping transitioning soldiers secure high-paying jobs and start...

By the end of this podcast, you will understand how to build ownership that extends beyond your current job, business, or industry. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, employee, or creative, you’ll learn how to create opportunities that open doors, generate income, and build long-term success.

We’re going live with a powerful episode on Financial Power Moves: Building Wealth That Works While You Don’t — and trust me, you don’t want to miss this one. With former Pro Basketball player turned financial expert, Marcus Faison. If you’ve ever said, “I want to build wealth, but I don’t know where to start,” or “Why does financial talk always sound like a foreign language?” — THIS is for YOU.

By the end of this segment, you will have some things to think about to start building a future that YOU control—whether you’re an employee, athlete, business owner, or creative. Seek ELLAvation is a space for growth and transformation, where seekers are empowered to break strongholds and elevate themselves in all aspects of life.

I'm breaking down contract game that'll boost your bag and your business. You won't learn these gems on ChatGPT. In this video, I share some of my negotiation tips. Understanding contracts is not only about protection; it's about perception. Empower your contract game.

Calling All Athletes, Creatives, and Entertainers (or those who support them): Take control of your power and build a legacy. We are diving into how to build leverage and elevate it. This isn’t just talk—it’s a conversation that can spark real moves. Let’s connect, share game-changing insights, and start building the future you own. Tap in. Bring a friend. Let’s build something real.

Hustle vs. Legacy: Are You Chasing Success or Building Something That Lasts? Tune in for this discussion with Dynamic Secure the Bag and your legacy guest speakers.

A discussion to explore the mental health struggles of professional athletes, how they cope, and the importance of prioritizing well-being over performance. With a special guest and former NFL player for the Balitmore Ravens, Prince Daniels Jr.

Tuesday Lives with Seek ELLAvation® A discussion to address breaking out of survival mode and step into a mindset of growth, abundance, and purpose. Also honoring #AngieStone necessary and urgent message.

A discussion this Tuesday is to explore the impact of staying silent when you're told to do so in the face of injustice, why speaking up matters, and how various platforms work together to create real change.