The Black Nonprofits and Business Podcast

Miriam Rhoden-Shedden has been an attorney since December 2016. She is barred in Jamaica, Vermont, and Maryland and will be starting the process of becoming barred in DC in February 2024. Since 2022, she has handled family law cases and recently started handling landlord and tenant matters. She firmly believes that knowledge is power and it is her objective, as well as mine, to impart as much info...

Ep. #82 - This is a topic that has become near and dear to my heart because it's something I'm currently in the process of doing. Many people in the Black community have lost MILLIONS because we were never taught about wills, probate, trusts, power of attorney, etc.  The lack of this knowledge is why gentrification is happening in Black neighborhoods all over the United States. Well, I want to hel...

Ep. #81 - As a senior HR professional in the Federal Government, Dalton Grisham will help you land your dream job and take your career to the next level. He has helped clients like transform their resumes, hone their applications, and improve their interview skills to dramatically increase their odds of landing their dream job! Dalton's website - https://grishamadvising.com (How to use the code: Y...

Ep. #80 - At Your Family, Your Legacy, Whitney Thompkins is your family's life insurance advisor. After gaining invaluable experience working alongside a successful producer who was catering to a high net-worth, mature clientele, Whitney found her calling in sharing her wealth of knowledge with young families. In the midst of building her own family, she witnessed firsthand the critical importance...

Ep. #79 - As an educator, licensed attorney,   and  connector,   Shakisha   has been privileged to speak with individuals, families, co-workers, community groups,   and   conferences full of people from all walks of life. She speaks on topics such as estate planning, multi- and inter-generational wealth building, Black wealth, business planning, heir's property,   and   servant leadership. Shakish...

Ep. #78 -  What if you suddenly passed away? Does your family know what to do? If your loved one passed, would you know what to do? Rhonda Green serves as the Funeral Services Manager at First Baptist under the leadership of Pastor and Mrs. John K. Jenkins Sr. She has coordinated services for the White House, Prince George's County Police and Fire Departments, politicians, and local celebrities. S...

Ep. #77 – Do you know if or when you need a CPA? If you're not sure, this episode will help. You can also learn how to avoid making financial mistakes. Chérie (The Little CPA) is an AICPA 40 Under 40 Black CPA, a Tax Manager at a national financial services firm, and creator of The Little CPA. As a Tax Manager, she works with the firm's Not-for-Profit and Estate Planning Practice   to help provide...

Ep. #76 – Ashley Redwood is the beauty and brains behind the "Trap Cardio" fitness and wellness brand. Trap Cardio is a dance fitness class that mixes strength training with cardio to the hottest hip hop, Afrobeat and Caribbean tunes. Ashley gets very candid about her story as a fitness and wellness coach and her challenges as she balances life as a Black woman, a wife, a mom, and an entrepreneur....

Ep. #75 - Dominique Jones is the owner and CEO of Mom's Advocate & Maternal Advisor (M.A.M.A.). As a Black mother of three young girls (ages 3 months, 2 and 4)  she knows firsthand how scary pregnancy, birth and the thought of motherhood can be. Listen as she shares about M.A.M.A.  Mom's Advocate and Maternal Advisor (M.A.M.A.) is a full spectrum virtual birth services company. They're committed t...

Ep. #74 – There used to be a time when it was easy to find a handyman or a repairman who could fix just about anything. Times have definitely changed, however, there is a new business that can help you if you need your window or patio screen repaired. Anthony Holland started this business as a way to bring in some extra income and to stay busy. If you have torn, missing or unappealing window scree...

Ep. #73 -  Bradford and Crystal Usher developed a love for cold-pressed juice, and understanding the benefits that it could have on the body. That it could serve as a remedy. In 2019, they created Juice Remedy, a Health and Wellness company that offers delicious; nutrient-filled juice, Sea Moss and other products that will help remedy your life.  Each individual remedy is made with all-natural fru...

Ep. #72 –  Empowering Cuts was founded by Joshua Santiago in 2017 to use his talent of cutting hair by paying it forward to individuals that couldn't afford it. Having an understanding that homelessness doesn't just reside in his hometown of Philadelphia he travels the country providing free haircuts for individuals in dire need and from that, a nonprofit organization was birthed.   Website - http...

Ep. #71 - Grants Works helps organizations, businesses, and municipalities identify, acquire, manage, and comply with government and foundation grants. Grants Works was founded by Patrice Davis, a grant management professional with 15 years of direct experience. After 10 years in the advertising and marketing industries, she changed careers and became adept at managing the complexities of governme...

Ep. #70 - Kids driving you crazy? Trust and believe you are not alone! I normally talk about nonprofit organizations or businesses but someone posted something on FB about how she and her children (adult children) were relating. The topic hit home for a lot of people so we decided to have a conversation about it. I'm speaking with Romona Williams who's a single mother, and Tony Nix, a single Black...

Ep. #69 -  Rashawnda James is a licensed therapist, self-care coach, speaker, and content creator. She has achieved success in helping women prioritize their self-healing and be their unapologetic selves. Rashawnda owns her own story of emotional disconnection and unhealed trauma that has led her to advocate for women to step into their own story, feel empowered, and experience an aligned, beautif...

Ep. #68 – Robert Cradle is the Founder of Rob's Barbershop Community Foundation.  Rob started out as an owner of a barbershop in Odenton, Maryland. In fact, he was the first Black man to open a barbershop in that area. As the shop grew into a successful establishment, Rob discovered there was a homeless shelter close by with individuals who couldn't afford his services. So he decided to use his sh...

Ep. #67 – If you're Black, have you ever been to Yellowstone Park? Do you even know about it? Taylor Bland is a Conservation Nation Fellow. (You'll have to listen to this episode to learn what that is). As a Black woman in a White-male dominated field, she wants to give people from underrepresented communities someone to look up to, and go to if they need a pathway into this industry. Taylor is de...

Ep. #66 – At the age of 48, Harold Leffall was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He was extremely shocked and devastated because earlier that year, he witnessed the death of two of his younger friends due to cancer. Scientific evidence proved that the consumption of diet sodas, high fat dairy products (consisting of cheese that he loved a lot), fried foods, processed meat, and added sugars, and even...

Ep. #65 – Art of Discovery (AOD) – Founder, Tamika Melvin Art of Discovery's mission is to empower youth to discover their talent by educating them through creative art programs and services.  They offer a variety of programs, ranging from, Creative Writing & Screen Writing, Life & Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Music, Singing & Dancing, Graphic Design, and more! ​- Artistry has a proven t...

Ep. #64 - Choose to DO, Inc. builds confidence and esteem for underserved black youth 12-17 years old, to embrace healthy mental development by introducing them to applicable skills and resources that foster socioemotional well-being. This organization was founded by Dozie Oheri who is currently the CEO.  She started Choose to DO, Inc. because of her experience as an educator, as a caregiver and f...

Ep. #63 - Heru Ofori-Atta is the founder of Herbal Results Industries.  His company manufactures and distributes Olive Leaf Extract, Moringa and Cilantro, CBD and Vitamin D products.  Herbal Results has achieved success in reversing a wide range of serious illnesses including High Blood Pressure, High Blood Sugar, Prostate Cancer, Breast Tumors, Fibroids, Epileptic Seizures, Kidney Failure, Herpes...

Ep. #62 -This episode is just in time for Father's Day! We're celebrating all fathers on June 19, 2022. Shon Hart is the Executive Director of InvolvedDad, a married father of three, a premier keynote speaker and a leading authority on fatherhood. He brings over 10 years of collective work experience managing and leading fatherhood initiatives. He serves on various boards whose focus is empowering...

Ep. #61 - Tashiek Hawkins is a Hair Expert and the owner and founder of "Covered Care Hair Loss Center", a trusted leader in Hair Loss solutions. She specializes in Cranial Prosthesis, Hair Replacement & Hair Restoration services. She also provides care and support to Veterans & Patients experiencing hair loss from medical conditions or treatments. Join us as we discuss alopecia and other causes o...

Ep. #60 - LaKeeMora "Lucky" Orphé is a  TRUE PROFESSIONAL!  After years in the dental and dental teaching fields, she decided a few years ago to take a break and try rideshare. After 3 years of working for others, she has decided it's her time! She decided to start her own transportation service. Her company is affectionately named for her childhood nickname "Girlie" given to her by her younger br...

Ep. #59 ElevateHer, Inc. is a registered 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization created and led by Black women that trains and deploys Black and Latina women to deliver culturally and linguistically competent public and community health services to their communities. Valarie's heritage is rooted in a family full of African American preachers, teachers, and entrepreneurs, with parents who were Missi...