Black Entrepreneur Experience uncovers the brilliance, boldness and business acumen behind successful Black Entrepreneurs all over the globe. It is a show created for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners or startup founders. Black Entrepreneur Experience can be any strategy, wisdom, idea that will ignite, empower and provoke more African Americans (Blacks, African Diaspora) to join the entrepreneurial journey. Invoking a movement to stimulate our communities to move towards business ownership and the entrepreneurial mindset .
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June 10, 2026Episode 55138 min
BEE 551 Build a Business That Scales Without Burning Out With Janelle Jones
What separates businesses that grow from those that struggle? In this episode, marketing strategist and founder Janelle Jones shares practical strategies entrepreneurs can use to clarify their positioning, strengthen their messaging, and create sustainable business growth. We discuss: • Why positioning matters more than most business owners realize • Common marketing mistakes entrepreneurs make • How to communicate your value clearly • Creating a scalable business model • Strategies for long-term growth and success If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or consultant looking to attract more clients and grow with confidence, this episode is for you.
June 3, 2026Episode 55041 min
BEE 550 Manny Jackson: Turning Textile Waste Into Tech, Jobs & Justice
What if fashion could do more than make a statement? What if it could restore dignity, reduce waste, create jobs, and directly impact communities in need? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Manny Jackson, founder and Sustainable Fashion Architect of Thread Haus — a Los Angeles-based circular fashion ecosystem transforming textile waste into functional, tech-enabled apparel while building workforce opportunities for underserved communities. Manny isn't just creating clothing. He's building an entirely new system for how fashion can serve people and the planet. After experiencing housing insecurity himself and later working with homeless veterans, Manny launched Thread Haus to prove that sustainability isn't just about materials — it's about human dignity, accessibility, and community impact. One of his most powerful innovations, the StreetSleeper jacket — a wearable jacket that converts into a sleeping bag for unsheltered communities — earned global recognition, including a nomination for the World Green Product Award. But Thread Haus goes even deeper. The company is integrating AI, RFID technology, NFC chips, and Digital Product Passports into its developing Smart Lifecycle System, helping redefine what transparency and circular production can look like in modern fashion. In this episode, we discuss: Why sustainability must go beyond marketing buzzwords Turning lived experience into mission-driven innovation How circular fashion can reduce waste and create opportunity The future of tech-enabled apparel and smart lifecycle tracking Building a brand without traditional resources or investors Why community storytelling matters in entrepreneurship Designing products that prioritize dignity and real-world function The hidden realities of building a purpose-driven business We also talk about Thread Haus' partnerships with organizations like LA City Sanitation, Homeboy Threads, and Sole Folks, and how the company is helping create workforce pathways through hands-on upcycling workshops for youth and adults. Manny's work has been featured globally through presentations at COP28, Sustainable Fashion Week US, TEDx South Central, and the Olympic Sustainable Gala — but his mission remains deeply personal and community-focused. If you care about sustainability, entrepreneurship, innovation, or building businesses that truly matter, this episode will leave you inspired. 🎧 Listen now, share this episode, and subscribe for more conversations with changemakers redefining the future. Learn more about Manny Jackson and Thread Haus: Thread Haus
May 27, 2026Episode 54939 min
BEE 549 Hedge Fund Secrets, Now for Everyone: Jamar James & the AI Trading Edge
What if everyday traders finally had access to the same kind of market intelligence hedge funds have used for decades? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jamar James, founder of DCG Trader, to unpack how AI is completely reshaping the future of trading — and why the old way of learning markets is broken. Jamar isn't another social media "guru" selling screenshots and hype. He built an AI-powered trading ecosystem designed to help ordinary people think and execute like professionals. His platform, the DCG Mastermind Scout, delivers institutional-style market reports, sector rotation scans, and actionable trade setups from simple commands. At the center of it all is his revolutionary concept: The Operator Mindset. Instead of emotionally chasing trades, Operators use AI-validated intelligence to make smarter, more disciplined decisions. It's a complete shift in how people approach wealth-building in today's markets. In this episode, we discuss: Why most retail traders keep losing money How AI is leveling the playing field between Wall Street and Main Street The difference between "trading" and becoming an Operator Building an AI trading engine from scratch — without a finance degree Why transparency is becoming the most valuable currency in trading education The collapse of trust in the guru economy How Jamar proves his system live instead of posting cherry-picked screenshots If you've ever felt like the market wasn't designed for people like you, this conversation may completely change your perspective. This episode is for: ✔ Aspiring traders ✔ Entrepreneurs interested in AI ✔ People tired of fake financial influencers ✔ Anyone curious about the future of investing and automation 🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and share this episode with someone ready to stop guessing and start operating. Learn more about Jamar James and his AI trading ecosystem at: DCGTrader.com
What if nonprofits could operate like innovative, high-impact businesses? Veronica Simpkins and Ashley Green, registered nurses, IBCLCs, and black entrepreneurs, share their journey building Latched Support, a $1.3M nonprofit improving maternal and infant health through culturally responsive, community-based care. In this episode, they discuss how nonprofits can embrace innovation, problem-solving, and fun while achieving serious impact. Entrepreneurs, social innovators, and mission-driven leaders will gain insights on turning passion into scalable programs without losing creativity or energy. Website YouTube Facebook
May 13, 2026Episode 54738 min
BEE 547 Building a Luxury Brand Later in Life: Eula Smith
Starting a business later in life can be your greatest advantage. Eula Smith, founder of EMarie Travel, launched her luxury travel accessories brand in her 50s after decades in fashion leadership and retail consulting. From Nordstrom leadership roles to advising retailers worldwide, Eula brought global expertise in private-label development, product strategy, and brand positioning to build EMarie Travel intentionally, without chasing trends. Her brand's signature travel blanket has been featured on Oprah's Favorite Things three years in a row and is sold directly to consumers, select retailers, and hotels. In this episode, she shares insights on entrepreneurship later in life, sustainable growth, and turning decades of experience into a thriving business.
May 6, 2026Episode 54837 min
BEE 548 Building Generational Wealth & Legacy with LaVaisha Davis
If you're building wealth and values—from the boardroom to the kitchen table—this episode is for you. LaVaisha Davis, known as The Wealth Architect, breaks down how families can move beyond income and start building true generational wealth. We dive into financial literacy, legacy planning, and the mindset shifts needed to create lasting impact for future generations. This conversation will challenge how you think about money, purpose, and what it really means to leave a legacy.
April 29, 2026Episode 54643 min
BEE 546 Marriage Leadership & Desire: AD "The Kingmaker" Dunbar
High-performing men often lose attraction at home—not because they stop caring, but because they stop leading. AD Dunbar, known as "The Kingmaker," helps elite CEOs, founders, and executives ($200K–$2M+) restore desire, polarity, and masculine leadership in their marriages—without therapy, emotional negotiation, or "chore play." We discuss how reframing marriage as a leadership arena can reignite intimacy, strengthen authority at home, and balance professional success with personal fulfillment. If you're a high-achiever ready to reclaim attraction and connection in your marriage, this episode provides actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
April 22, 2026Episode 54540 min
BEE 545 Wealth & High-Value Clients: Neal Oates Jr. on Business Growth
Entrepreneurs and professionals: ready to elevate your business and attract high-value clients? Neal Oates Jr., founder of World Renowned Coaching & Consulting and best-selling author of The Affluent Negroes, shares his proven strategies for wealth creation, authority building, and personal brand elevation. From keynote insights to real-world coaching, Neal dives into how minority business owners and professionals can increase revenue, work with high-net-worth clients, and position themselves as leaders in their industry. If you want to grow your influence, attract premium clients, and create lasting wealth, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won't want to miss.
April 15, 2026Episode 54440 min
BEE 544 ADHD, Burnout & Business: Brain Strategies for Entrepreneurs, Dr. Nicole Murray
Entrepreneurs: what if the key to business success is understanding how your brain works? Dr. Nicole Murray, neuropsychologist and business owner, shares how understanding ADHD, executive dysfunction, and burnout can transform the way you lead, make decisions, and grow your business. We cover brain-based strategies for productivity, leadership, financial decisions, and creating systems that work with your brain, not against it. If you're an entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed, this episode gives actionable insights to operate with more clarity, resilience, and alignment in life and business.
April 8, 2026Episode 54339 min
BEE 543 Building a Movement Through Tech & Community with Anthony Edwards, Jr.
What does it take to turn a simple idea into a national movement? Anthony Edwards Jr, co-founder of EatOkra, shares how he built a platform connecting over 500,000 users to 9,500+ Black-owned restaurants across the country. In this episode, we break down building a mission-driven business, scaling a tech platform, and creating real economic impact through community. If you're an entrepreneur looking to grow with purpose and build something bigger than profit—this conversation is for you.
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