SOSS Secrets of Silent Success Podcast

We sit down with Marquez Branson retired NFL athlete who transitioned his career off the field and into the world of Entrepreneurship as a prominent Realtor. He talks to us about his journey as an Entrepreneur and how consistency was the key for his success. He teaches us how lucrative the Airbnb market is for investors and how to generate leads through your business with cold calling.  &nbsp...

We sit down with Founder and CEO of One Stop Wellness which is a personalized program that increases employees engagement by implementing healthy habits to boost employee morale. He was recently selected as one of Amazons first cohort for its Black Founders Build with Alexa Program that helps support and increase Black Entrepreneurs. We learn about his journey in Tech industry, the lack of diversi...

 Micah Autry talks TEDx Desoto, vulnerability, and tips for public speaking

He started his journey in the Tech Industry by fixing iPhones as a teenager and used the experience and skills that he learned throughout to help establish his own companies. He Co-founded the Contractors Creative, which specializes in lead generations and The Social Circle which is a web design agency all while attending the University of Texas at Austin. He shows millennials that you do not have...

Host and youth public speaker Micah Autry sits down with Secrets of Silent Success producer Jonathan Stanley to talk about entrepreneurship, business with friends, and keys to financial stability.

Travis “TravieTrav” Ellison is more than “just a photographer.” He is a caring, passionate, hardworking soul with a positive outlook on life and opportunity. After graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) with a B.S. in Mass Communications, Broadcast Journalism, he took the next 5 years working full-time in the National Football League (NFL) with the Seattle Seahawks (1) and Minnesot...

After his prior work experience with Ozone Magazine and saving his earnings as a contractor in Afghanistan. He invested and founded his own company titled COSIGN Magazine which is a multi-platform network that produces business articles, podcasts, workshops, and lifestyle content with a focus on black excellence. We sit down with Kurtis Graham and discuss his journey into entrepreneurship, the imp...

His music has been used as placements for marketing campaigns for the NBA and MLB Leagues, Red Bull, and even film/television series like HBO's hit series "Ballers". We sit down with Eclipse Darkness and he shares his road to success in the music industry and discuss ways for artist to help get their music landed. We also discuss his journey as an Ambassador for Sprite but also his viewpoint on di...

Feeling stretched thin between a career and being a mother, she realized the importance of self care and making herself a priority. She created beauty and cosmetic products for men and women to help make self care easy and part of your every day routine.  From her own personal experiences of building a business from scratch she decided to use the knowledge she gained to help others as a busin...

While working a night shift at a Taco Cabana and discovering a bag of pancake mix. He created his own recipe and started an initial business based from the positive reviews, determination, and the inspiration from the film Chef on Netflix in 2017. We sit down and chat with JP and discuss his transitional period to Entrepreneurship, creating a brand, and his opinion on not just capitalizing on his...

After a disagreement with his business partner based on the selection of menu items and employees engagement. Rickey Booker accepted a challenge on running the business which has led to the opening of The Breakfast Brothers in Arlington, Texas. We sit down and discuss his journey into Entrepreneurship and the importance of a diverse portfolio. He discusses the best way to navigate disagreements wi...

We get a chance to sit down and chat with Monte Brown, Broker and owner of BSA Realty. He explains to us his journey in Entrepreneurship and his own personal insight that led to him staying in business for over 17 years. He explains to us the importance of managing your finances, building and maintaining clientele, the current Real Estate Market, and being prepared for unprecedented times.  &...

After visiting Levain Bakery in New York City, Marissa Allen was inspired and motivated to develop her own recipe of "the Ultimate Cookie”. Based on her positive reviews, the increase of sales, and the support from her husband Jeff Allen led to the establishment of Cookie Society. They both sit down and discuss the ins and outs of running a bakery and prior experience selling baked good online. Th...

From taking on their family business and continuing the legacy that was created by "Smokey" John Reaves. We sit down with his two sons, Brent and Juan to discuss the pressures of taking on the family business, staying competitive, and how navigating their business has led to personal growth. They share some of the fondest memories of growing up in the family business and some of the key values tha...

From embarking on his first national tour with Grammy award winning artist SAINT JHN and Tyla Yaweh. We got a chance to sit down with Antonio Diego and discuss the journey, his beliefs and practices that  led up that experience and his own personal tips for success. We learn about the transition from party promotion to being a DJ and the importance of taking risks, being involved in multiple...

From starting his career in the United States Air Force, investing in  Real Estate, and purchasing and franchising Spavia Day Spa. Loyd Bradley Jr. sits down and discusses his journey into Acquisition Entrepreneurship and gives viewers insight and tips of buying an existing business and the main benefits behind that entrepreneurial approach. We also discuss the pros and cons of mixing busines...

Jennifer Allen, owner and founder of Just Elope, LLC. created an elopement and micro wedding planning company for couples that want a luxe experience on an intimate scale. Based on her own personal experience eloping, she wanted to give couples a chance for an all inclusive wedding, even with a short notice. In this interview we get a chance to learn about her own experience eloping, how to showca...

Before she opened Good Hair Day Salon, LaTarah Edmond had a career working for the Dallas Morning News. She assisted local businesses in marketing strategies and advertising campaigns to increase companies overall revenue. With her working with a salon business manager, it rekindled her love and passion for styling hair. Here's your opportunity to get a chance in hearing her side of the story of t...

It was a ritual for Valery Jean Bart and his mother Marie Jose Labossiere to bake their family recipes every Sunday while she was battling a terminally ill cancer. After her passing he began selling his recipes to popular restaurants in the Dallas area. Due to the success and popularity of Val’s Cheesecakes, he cashed out his 401K and launched a household name in the baking industry. Find out his...

In this episode of Secrets of Silent Success, we sit down with Dominick and Kristi Andrew the owners of Manna Juice Bar. We discuss the pros and cons of running a business with a spouse, following one's true purpose in life, and the lack of healthier food options in the southern part of  the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The Andrew's opened a Smoothie and Juice bar to not only create a legacy...

In this episode of Secrets of Silent Success Conversations, we sit down with Santosh Patel; President and Co-Founder at Complete Specialty Solutions-In-House Dental Specialists. Micah and Santosh discuss business culture, sells, team building, and business leadership.   SOSS, Secrets of Silence Success is a series of sit down interviews with minority entrepreneurs detailing how they were able...

In this episode of Secrets of Silent Success we sit down with Tyra Chatman. A blogger, Instagram Influencer, and DIY Interior Designer. Learn how she went from redesigning her home as a hobby to 76K followers on Instagram. It exhilarated her talents and redefine her power to turn a leisure activity to her new purpose in life. Learn tips on how to  grow your network and engage followers on Ins...

In this episode we sit down with Roxie Reese, CEO and Founder of DFW Lash  University located in Carrollton, Texas. Licensed lash artist and master educator who trained 100+ students in Texas the foundation and  her techniques of eyelash extension. We get to step inside her doors and  learn about the process of her changing careers and jumping into  eyelash extensions, but also...

In this episode of Secrets of Silent Success Conversations, we sit down with Tony Holmes; Business Owner of Blue Chip Works , Public Speaker, manager at United Way and a Father who is an advocate for diversity, equity, and justice.    SOSS, Secrets of Silence Success is a series of sit down interviews with  minority entrepreneurs detailing how they were able to generate success and...

In this episode of Secrets of Silent Success, we get the opportunity to sit down with Tae Horn & Ebony Perry. The ladies opened up Namaste Reign Spa located in Arlington, TX during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Tae and Ebony give us an inside look into their lives and the Namaste Reign Spa, and advice to anyone that needs that push to follow there dreams. Hear about personal experiences, motherhood,...