Shoutout to these Black women entrepreneurs who provided insight and guidance in their areas of expertise: self-development, cannabis, healing and manifestation, and business. Not only am I inspired by them, but I have also learned a lot from them! Black women make the world go 'round. 💞✨
1. Brittany Lackey and Germani Manning (@theblackgirlbravadopod) are hosts of my favorite podcast, The Black Girl Bravado, “a motivating and encouraging podcast for colorful women alike.” I started listening to this podcast a few years ago during one of the most difficult times in my life and career thus far. Brittany and Germani’s thoughtful topics, research, and candid conversation have helped me to learn so much about selfcare, self-awareness, building the life I want, and overall navigating the world as a young Black millennial woman. They are like my audio mentors; they open my mind to new ideas and ways of thinking, call me out when needed, and encourage me to show up authentically as my best self. Listening to this podcast helped me to grow more comfortable in embracing my truth, which led to me coming out of the cannabis closet and fully pursuing my life’s desires (and starting this blog, of course! 😜). Shoutout to these ladies! Make sure you check them out!
2. Jen Jackson (@bejubie) is the founder and CEO of Be Jubie, a Maryland-based CBD business. I learned about Jen and Be Jubie at The 4|20 Experience, where Jen spoke on a panel about entering and differentiating in the CBD/Hemp industry. I’ve heard Jen speak quite a few times since then and even had the opportunity to host a webinar with her recently; it is always a pleasure and I always leave knowing a little more than before. Jen’s story stuck out to me, because she recently left a much more traditional career background but had chosen to take a leap of faith and pursue her CBD business full time. It was refreshing and inspiring to hear about her journey from the safety of her 9-to-5 to successfully running her business full-time. I also loved hearing how she balances building and running her business, remaining present with family, and finding time for self-care. Make sure you follow and check out her CBD products!
3. Kanique Swinson (@kaniquesochic), my high school friend, and founder of Soul Sister Network, "a network for women of color dedicated to manifestation, healing, mindfulness, & connection." Kanique launched Soul Sister Network at the end of 2019 and the execution and growth she’s manifested has been extremely admirable! Not only am I proud of her, but I have also been incredibly inspired by her audacity to get started, her powerful posts and newsletters, the weekly Master Manifestors sessions she hosts on Instagram, and the variety of other events she has hosted for women of color looking to heal and manifest their wildest dreams! Kanique is a force to be reckoned with and she wishes that same energy for all women. I’m excited to see what Soul Sister Network will grow into in the coming years! If you aren't following, you need to be!
4. Marli Crowe (@marlicrowe), founder and CEO of Crowe Career Services, a business offering assistance with resumes and cover letters, coaching, and styling, and C.Suite, a work wear fashion boutique. Not only has she sought to help others by creating business services that people need, but she’s also committed to using her platforms to share career and business tips. I attended Marli’s Crowe Crash Course, a webinar outlining everything you need to know to start an online boutique and gained such valuable insight on the logistics of planning for an online business. Though Marli’s business focuses on fashion, the class was still very applicable to online stores in other industries. It’s always a great thing to see your peers thriving in excellence, especially when that peer is a Spelman sis! Check her out for your career and business needs, y'all!
Thanks for stopping by to study with me!
- Epiphani 🌱
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