In this rewind episode, I sat down with Keewa Nurullah. Keewa is mom of two, a fourth generation Black Wall Street descendant, and founder Kido Chicago, a wildly popular children’s brand and destination in the Southside of Chicago.
In this episode she shares:
How she scaled her business from a single onesie to carrying 1000s of children’s products online and in her storefront
Why she created a community gathering space for parents on Chicago’s Southside
How she’s carrying on the legacy of her entrepreneurial ancestors affected by the Tulsa Massacre
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Links mentioned in this episode
Kido: https://kidochicago.com/
Kido’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidochicago/
Kido’s Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kidochicago
The Women’s Business Development Center: https://www.wbdc.org/en/
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This week we’re taking it back to when I sat down with Cat Peoples, an actor, producer and entrepreneur who is giving us a masterclass in getting in alignment with your purpose. Starting as a side hustler, Cat has become a household voice that you may hear on commercials, audiobooks and more.
In this episode she shares:
How she got her start and built her portfolio as a voice actor
How she leaned into her natural talents to create a stable income for herself
Why having unwavering confidence and faith has propelled her career farther than ever
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Links mentioned in this episode
Cat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catpeoples/
Cat’s Website: http://www.catpeopleslive.com/
Donovan VO: https://www.instagram.com/donovan_vo/
Lelund Thompson On Camera Classes: https://www.lelunddurond.com/actingstudio
Eyeball Mobile Studio Booth: https://www.kaoticaeyeball.com/
Michael Cohl’s Production Company: https://www.s2bn.com/about
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We’re back for an update episode with Jacquelyn Rodgers, founder of Greentop Gifts.
I first spoke with Jacquelyn in 2020, when we learned Greentop Gifts aims to create products that represent what the holidays look like for Black and Brown families. Since then, Jacquelyn has gotten Greentop Gifts into retailers like Target and Amazon.
In this episode Jacquelyn shares:
What it took to get into Target retail and the village that supported her journey there
The many grant competitions and accelerator programs she’s used to expand her business and network
The hilarious mantra she uses to make sure she doesn’t burn out while running a business, being a wife and mom of two, and much more!
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Links mentioned in this episode
Google Founders Academy: https://startup.google.com/programs/founders-academy/
Google Black Founders Fund: https://startup.google.com/blackfoundersfund/
FedEx Small Business Grant: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/small-business/grant-contest.html
New Voices Foundation: https://newvoicesfoundation.org/
Target Accelerators Program: https://targetaccelerators.com/happenings/news/2023-target-accelerators-applications-now-open/
Boss Women Media: https://bosswomen.org/
Melissa Bradley’s Accelerator Program: https://www.1863ventures.net/mentor-team
Greentop Gifts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/
Greentop Gifts Website: https://www.instagram.com/greentopgifts/
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This week we’re rewinding it back to when I sat down with Trina Small, the founder of Supermom Culture. After leaving her logistics job, growing her blog, and blowing up on social media, Trina took a leap to start her brand that empowers mothers through streetwear.
Starting off on her own packing orders with her daughter out of her apartment, Trina took risks and bet on herself to build a solid brand.
In this episode she shares:
How she slowly and steadily scaled her business while supporting herself and her family
How she landed press like Good Morning America and Oprah Daily
The real challenges of being a solo entrepreneur
Plus so many laughs, this episode felt like chatting with a girlfriend!
Check out Trina’s full story in episode 364 of Side Hustle Pro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
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Links mentioned in this episode
Supermom Culture: https://supermomculture.com/
Hey Trina Blog: https://heytrina.com/
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Trina Small: https://www.instagram.com/heytrinasmall/
We’re dropping double the gems this episode as I sit down with DMV moms Nikki Osei-Barrett and Simona Noce Wright, founders of the premiere organization for millennial moms of color, District Motherhued and the first and only conference for millennial moms of color, The Momference.
In this episode Simona and Nikki share:
What it took to successfully launch The Momference while working full time jobs and raising kids
How they secured Kelly Rowland as a keynote speaker at The Momference
How they pioneered a regional and national mommy group movement by focusing on serving their specific audience
How God, coffee, and community got them through all obstacles!
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Links mentioned in this episode
District Motherhued Website: Www.Districtmotherhued.org
District Motherhued Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/districtmotherhued/
The Momference Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themomference/
The Momference: https://themomference.com/
Mocha Moms: https://www.mochamoms.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1
Simona’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeesimonanocewright/
Nikki’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocl8fashnpr/
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District Motherhued Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/districtmotherhued/
The Momference Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themomference/