#smartbrownvoices - Learning From Diversity

Yann ilunga is a polyglot speaking Italian, English, French, German and some Finnish. A web entrepreneur originally from Locarno, in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, now living in Helsinki, Finland. After getting his master’s degree in social sciences with a major in Media & Global Communication from the University of Helsinki he decided to take the leap and become a web entrepreneur. “Simply put, I’m an entrepreneur, podcaster and podcasting consultant who helps coaches, authors, entrepreneurs and marketers with podcasting. Whether you need help with the technical side of podcasting, with planning and launching of your show or its grow and marketing, I’m here to help. And I do so with this website, as well as through coaching services and my membership site and community dedicated to podcasting: the Podcast Success Academy.”

Daria  Fennell CEO, Senior Entertainment Publicist, Celebrity Entertainment Journalist, & Entertainment Branding Strategist The Daria Fennell Media Group (E-Mail) dariafpr2017@gmail.com (Website) www.TheDFMediaGroup.com    The Daria Fennell Media Group is an Entertainment Branding, Celebrity Editorial Content, Public Relations, Publicity, and Special Event Design Company with over 20 years of experience.   A graduate of the University of Maryland at College Park, Daria Fennell and The Daria Fennell Media Group have secured clients exposure in the following media outlets, among others:FOX 5 Morning News (Washington, D

With over a decade of experience in executive roles at personal care giants Revlon and L’Oreal, founder Michael James experienced firsthand the lack of diversity among those product lines and the need for natural solutions that were not only prescriptive but enjoyable. He launched Frederick Benjamin Grooming to create a line specifically for men like him, in need of quality products and a great experience.

Sean McKenzie is a seasoned advertising and start-up professional. Sean has several years of experience in branding, industry forecasting and team leadership. He has contributed creative insights working with companies like Nielsen, Nike, P&G and LVMH. He’s currently Director of Business Development at real estate start-up, Zera and Founder of digital creative agency, Pink Honey,

  About This Episode: @MrMikeStreet chats one-on-one with TV personality Paul C. Brunson. Learn more about how he got started working with two billionaires, what it was like working with Oprah, and how he started #MentorMondays which lead to his hosting gig with Black Enterprises “Our World.” Insights from This Episode: * Invest in yourself. If you are not investing in yourself and learning new things you will not succeed * Don’t be afraid to fail. Yes, it’s scary, but if it was easy it would not be worth it. * Create sharable content. Paul’s article below reached over 5 million people, so keep making content that speaks to your audience. Reading: * 20 Habits for Success I Learned Working for Two Billionaires Guest Ann

Recent reports about tax hikes, black land loss, and the near extinction of Gullah culture in the Lowcountry of regions of Georgia and South Carolina have made headlines in the New York Times, and featured on national TV networks like CNN. Missing from these reports is an account of how these unique African Americans emerged in the national imagination as distinct populations whose traditions should be documented and examined. Enter Melissa L. Cooper, an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at Rutgers University-Newark. Her groundbreaking book, Making Gullah: A History of Sapelo Islanders, Race and the American Imagination (University of North Carolina Press), is set to be released on April 17, 2017. It is the first book to trace the construction of the Gullah identity. Using Sapelo Island as a case study, Cooper unearths the intellectual and cultural trends that inspired, and continues to inspire, fascination with Gullah culture and their African roots. In addition,

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Rodney Kellum is a recovered Workaholic. He works smarter instead of harder. Mr. Kellum went to college, worked hard and achieved several of his career goals. He never found himself feeling truly fulfilled. He was always tired, wasn’t meeting his financial goals, and he rarely got to spend any quality time with his family and loved ones. That is until he reached complete exhaustion and financial depletion. Also known as rock bottom and finally decided to change his life. Now, Mr. Kellum is an online entrepreneur who has a real work/life balance. He also have a passion to help other overworked Dads break free from the dream killing “employee mindset” that used to keep them trapped in a cycle of unemployment, broke, and unfulfilled. http://www.speaklife.online/ http://www.fatherpreneurship.com/

Author & Illustrator Israel Cook crafted “The Princess Planet” series inspired by his daughter. The brand hopes to showcase cultural diversity and instill that all people have inner beauty, strength and self worth. In this episode of SmartBrownVoices learn more about Israel’s story and starting your own children’s book empire. Website: http://www.princessplanet.com/ Video: http://www.princessplanet.com/princess-planet-video/

On today’s episode of Woke Podcasts, I made my way over to the Dr. Vibe Show. During the show, we discussed several different things that are going on within the Black community over the past week. I was on the panel with three other distinguished gentlemen and we shared our various perspectives on the world around us. If you’re feeling anything that other gentlemen are saying you can find their contact information below.Enjoy the podcasts!  

Lillian Okoye is a business strategist for visionary entrepreneurs and experts who want to build their global empire and promote their products and services at home and abroad.  Fluent in Mandarin and with a long-time interest in Asia, she started learning Mandarin while in college over a decade ago. Her entrepreneurial journey started when she wrote a business plan on a napkin in New York City’s Chinatown and decided to jumpship and start a business on the streets of Beijing. In 2014, she started her own Beijing-based English training center servicing a 100% Chinese clientele. Through her Chinapreneur program and The Great Wall Mastermind, she helps train the next generation of global-minded entrepreneurs on how they too can also successfully tap into China’s booming market. SmartBrown Voices podcast listeners can get her free weekly tips and strategies for tapping into business opportunities behind the Great Wall at: 

This week we chat with Tresa Chambers from Florida about her Bo$ podcast and Style Chambers: We produce live events, broadcast and digital content that reaches affluent taste makers passionate in fashion, art and culture.

In this episode of #Wokepodcast, I chop it up with my good friend BKE.We discussed the importance of controlling your own narrative.In a society that loves the place individuals in boxes, it is very important we craft our thoughts, speech, actions, emotional responses, and perceptions in the most constructive ways as possible. When we do not do this, it gives other people the ability to do it for us. So, enjoy this discussion between me and my good friend. Be sure to think about how you craft your own narrative. As always… ~Be safe ~Be constructive ~Be Woke Do not forget to share the podcast with someone you care about.

Digital marketing pro – and podcasting pundit – Mike Street (@MrMikeStreet) joins host Laura Mignott (Founder, experiential marketing agency Digital Flash) to dissect best practices for digital/social marketing, from uncovering your audience to incorporating elements of fringe culture. The discussion touches on opportunities for people of color, how to get paid for doing good work…even an impromptu review of this year’s CES. Check out Mike’s podcast “Smart Brown Voices” in all the usual places, it’s great. Credits: Creator and host: Laura Mignott Producer: Sandy Smallens for Audiation.fm Mixer: Matt Noble at The Loft in Bronxville, NY Additional production: Bang Studios in New York City Original Theme Music: Probe Rok

Educated Hustle is dedicated to the people who bring their dreams to fruition. Each week’s show is filled with thought provoking guests who decided to take a leap of faith into living their hustle. Tweets by Educated_Hustle

Diversity in children’s books are lacking. Just last year, the Cooperative Children’s Book Center reported that out of 3,400 children’s books, only 270 were about African Americans, 113 focused on Asian Americans, 83 were about Latinos, and 42 centered around Native Americans. Veronica S. Appleton, multicultural author of new children’s book, Journey to Appleville, is determined to change this trend and spread awareness of the importance of cultural representation. The first of the Appleville Books series, this beautifully illustrated children’s book showcases the importance of friendship and acceptance for kids everywhere. Journey to Appleville follows six kids from a local neighborhood with a common goal—to go to Appleville, overcome their fears, and receive a Golden Apple from the Appleville Fairy. Embark on their quest and follow Kenan, Tu-Tu, Pedro, Liu-Liu, Lizzy, and Cassie as they make their way to acco

#Harlem1Miler – Sunday, June 18th, 2017 – Sign up! * Facebook.com/HarlemRun * Twitter.com/HarlemRun * HarlemRun.com ALISON MARIELLA DÉSIR Passionate about community, mental health and fitness, Alison is an endurance athlete and believer that sport has the power to change lives.  Alison started running after a period of depression, and, over the past 4 years, has been able to Find Meaning on the Run. Named by Women’s Running as one of twenty women who are changing the sport and the world, Alison’s running journey started with a blog,

Valerie Robinson is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Unapologetically Us. Not seeing many safe havens geared towards Black women, she decided to create one that is not only reliable but relatable and genuine. Unapologetically Us, launched in 2014, is a lifestyle brand and online community designed for Black women. In this digital space, our platform is to responsibly inform, foster creativity and engage in thoughtful dialogue. Valerie is an award-winning photojournalist and writer, whose work spans multi-generational platforms. She describes Unapologetically Us as a “labor of love”. www.unapologeticallyus.com FB: @unapologeticallyus IG, Twitter, Pinterest: @unapologetic_us

Mohammed S. Luwemba is a graduate of Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan where he attained his bachelors in Political Science. In 2013 Mr. Luwemba graduated from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta Georgia. Over the past fifteen years Mohammed has used his education & organizing ability to attack the socioeconomic issues effecting Black male youth via starting several leadership programs in juvenile facilities, and the community.    Currently Mohammed is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Atlanta, the chairman of the National Black Operations Business Association which is the parent company (Elite Brother™ /Elite Sister™ brand, Our Law Media, and the executive director of Elite Brother Inc. Mohammed is also currently working on a documentary/initiative titled “Don’t Go to Prison” & an initiative by the same name which will act as a deterrent for male and female youth within the urban community to steer them away from the prison system. Check out more of his work!

Sukhtej Singh has a vast experience portfolio in his professional career as a money manager and financial coach. After having attained a BS in Computer Science from Binghamton University, Sukhtej ventured towards consultation and advisory, initiating his professional career by working as a Market Analyst at Reuters. From there on, Sukhtej focused his career on financial and wealth advisory, working from Wall Street firms like Citigroup and Goldman Sachs. He has held many other positions in renowned firms and institutions including ThinkOptions, and Ramapo College of New Jersey. As of 2006, Sukhtej Singh established his own real estate investment agency, Sagevue Investment Group. For four years and counting, he has been working as a Chief Market Strategist at Traderhelp 101. All of his past experience has led Sukhtej Singh to hold a reliable and renowned status for clients looking for expert wealth management and financial advisory services. His typical clients include individuals