She’s Got Drive: Black Women talk about Success and how they achieved it.

 In this weeks episode I am start  this year with a  a solo episode.  I talk you through the 12 actions  that I believe you can take to increase the chances of you winning at your 2018 goals. Creating the goals is just the beginning and now what are the other things that you need to do to win? I have learned these for myself in my own life and from coaching many clients individually and in teams o...

In this week’s episode I am doing a solo episode about what you absolutely want to do BEFORE you write your goals for 2018 and start the plan. If you want to win at your 2018 goals then this episode is a must listen.  I am passionate about this. Notebook and pen at the ready! She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music for this episode is by Donn T, her  new single ‘Clear’ which f...

In this week’s episode we have part 2 with  Donn T -  a Singer songwriter, Producer, one of a handful of female independent record label owner of Dtone Victorious, actor, and recently made her literary debut as an author in Sourcebook’s anthology ‘Behind the Song’.   This past September, her new single, "Clear" was released which features Philly's Chill Moody, produced by Daru Jones and Ray Angry....

In this week’s episode we have Donn T -  a Singer Songwriter, Producer, and one of only a handful of female independent record label owners, hers is called Dtone Victorious. She is also an actor, and recently made her literary debut as an author in Sourcebook’s anthology ‘Behind the Song’.  This past September, her new single, "Clear" was released which features Philly's Chill Moody, produced by D...

In this weeks episode with have Cynthia Mullins Legal counsel and CHief Human Resources Officer for JMW. She shares about the transfromational impact that her volunteer work has had on her life and when she wa able to reclaim herself in her life.     Connect with Cynthia: http://www.jmw.com/leader/cynthia-mullins/   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by...

In this weeks episode we have Kamilah Forbes, awarding winning producer and director, and Executive Producer of the Historic Apollo in Harlem. She  shares how and why she has taken on this role after running her own entity, her vision for the future, what motivates her every day and what becoming a mother taught her about herself.   Connect with  Kamilah Website: https://www.apollotheater.org Twit...

In this weeks episode with have Ellen Burton, inspirational leadership Executive Coach, Business Lecturer and Motivational speaker takes the guest chair. She leads us through her 4 steps on manifesting the life that you want. Notebooks at the ready. Find out how you can take these steps to start living the life you want verses settling for the life that you have.    Connect with  Ellen:  EJ Burton...

This weeks episode  is a solo episode where  I share the top self care actions I took on  recently to support me to get over a very difficult time in my life. I am calling this episode Self Care SOS. I am hoping you will listen and take one or two actions on yourself this week to manage your self care.                     'Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation,’  Audre...

In this weeks episode, award winning  dancer, educator, choreographer and speaker Hope Boykin, 18 season dancer at Alvin Ailey Dance Theater takes the guest chair. Hope shares about forgiveness, fear and the power of grace. Hope was an original member of Complexions. She was also formerly a member of The Philadelphia Dance Company, PHILADANCO. As dancer, she has received many award and honors, inc...

On this weeks Episode we have Dee Poku-Spalding, a Former Hollywood studio executive, social entrepreneur, CO- Founder and CEO of Women Inspiration Enterprise (WIE) an influential women’s leadership network,  And founder of The Other Festival.  Her organization has attracted an incredible range of speakers to its global symposiums and salons, including Donna Karan, Arianna Huffington,  Melinda Gat...

In this weeks episode, former broadcast journalist, lawyer and author Brianna Clark shares her painful personal journey and how her successful career has emerged in spite of some really tragic circumstances. She demonstrates how she created her life over and over again through resilience and sheer grit.   Connect with  Brianna  Website: http://www.briannasclark.com Email: theclarkgroupfinearts@gma...

In this weeks episode, another Apollo Summer series we have Tanique Blair, VP of  Business Operations and Planning at Nickelodeon.  Tanique is a 17 year Nickelodeon veteran, has overseen the Preschool Toy, Amusement and Musical Instrument businesses, working on mega hits like Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles; and managed relationships with top industry...

In this weeks episode we have  Kimberly Seals Allers, award winning Journalist, Author, Speaker,  Communications Consultant and advocate for breastfeeding and infant health.  Former Senior Editor at Essence and writer at Fortune magazine. Author of five books, this year she released 'The Big Let Down - How Medicine, Big business and Feminism undermine breastfeeding'.     In this episode Kimberly s...

In last weeks episode, we talked Dr. Shalei Simms, Assistant VP of Academic Affairs at Suny College at Old Westbury. She previously joined me at the Apollo. Her work has been featured in such publications as Group Decisions and Negotiations journal and International Perspectives of Social Entrepreneurship Research.  This is the second part of her interview following on from last week where she sha...

In this weeks episode we have Dr Shalei Simms, Assistant VP of Academic Affairs at Suny College at Old Westbury. She previously joined me at the Apollo.  Her work has been featured in such publications as Group Decisions and Negotiations journal and International Perspectives of Social Entrepreneurship Research.  This is Episode is part 1 In this  episode she shares  When she found her calling  Th...

In this episode of She’s Got Drive we have Theresa Wangia, jewelry and leather accessories Designer and Founder/Creator of Beltshazzar Jewels. Her works are influenced by her multi-cultural heritage, love of nature and a passionate appreciation for fashion and design. She is recognized as one of the top three RAW Artists Accessory Designers in the city of St Louis and Phoenix Fashion Week Alum. He...

In this episode of She’s Got Drive we have Malene Barnett of Malene B Studio A global designer, Founder and Design Director of Malene B, a company specializing in handcrafted custom carpets, inspired wallcoverings and artisan tiles. Her luxe creations have enlivened premier hotels, iconic office buildings, and sophisticated private spaces. , She has been featured in Huffington Post and Design Spon...

In this episode of She’s Got Drive we have Robin Dunn, FACE coach, Creative Director and Choreographer. She is one of the key community leaders in the entertainment industry today.    Robin Shares with us…   When she started in dance    The power of having her Mum giving her unwavering support in her life    How she got into dance and who her teachers were   Why it important to keep moving    Her...

In this episode of She’s Got Drive we have Julie Wenah, just started working as Counsel at Airbnb. Julie was former Obama Appointee: Counselor and Policy Advisor, U.S. Department of Commerce. She led President Obama’s manufacturing initiative around regional collaboration and building strong manufacturing communities. So many insights await you.  She shares how she got to the White House  The pain...

In this episode of She’s Got Drive Lorraine Martins, the first Director of Diversity of Network Rail, shares with me  What its like to be the first person etc go to University in her family  Her definition of success given her background  What her MBE means to her  Her work on the London Olympic games  How Chairing the Board of Trust for London lead to her making a difference to the  ‘living wage’...

On this episode, we have my dear friend and colleague Lisa Stewart, Business Consultant, and Coach. Remember that awesome episode with Paulette Rowe when she said how she uses PIE to support her success? Well, this is where you learn more about it. GET AHEAD of the game, and start working on this TODAY.   In this episode learn how to increase effectiveness, get seen, get promoted, produce results...

In this week's episode, we have Sharon Watson is the Artistic Director of Phoenix Dance Theatre in the UK  and Chair of the bid for European Capital of Culture Leeds  2023.   Sharon shares with us:  The power of having a teacher who believed in her - Nadine Senior MBE    Her bold action at the age of 16     What it is like to be one of the few black Artistic Directors in the UK    How she ensures...

  Dr. Nicola Rollock is Deputy Director of the Centre for Research in Race & Education at the University of Birmingham in England, UK. In this episode she shares:  Her frustration of the lack of people of color in leadership positions and the lack of progress on race equality  The lessons from her father that influenced her  The importance of looking after her well-being and her Netflix self-care...

In this week's episode Paulette Rowe, Managing Director of Payments Services and the most senior Black woman in Barclays UK. You may not have heard of her but the business she runs impacts at least 1 in 3 financial transactions that happen in the UK every day. Paulette talks to me: about the importance of networking; how she became a banker versus an actor; the importance of P.I.E - find out what...

Dana Kristina-Joi Morgan is a pianist bringing a new sound to the arts. Dana is a graduate of the Howard University Master of Music Program. She has won numerous accolades and awards of achievement. In 2014 Dana placed as a finalist in the Washington International Piano Artists Competition. Dana received the "Audience Award", "Press Jury Award", "Best Performance of a Beethoven Work", and "Best Pe...