Entrepreneurship Episodes

Presence without discoverability is a best-kept secret. In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Danielle Desir Corbett—Founder & CEO, 6x grant-funded and award-winning travel creator, host of The Thought Card, and podcast marketing coach. Danielle helps independent creators grow their audiences through discovery-based marketing strategies like SEO and PSO (Podcast Search Optimization), and curates funding opportunities through Grants For Creators—one of the fastest-growing grant d...

Demarra West: From Trauma to Authority — Building a Business on Your Own Terms Welcome to Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, where we dive deep into the lives and journeys of incredible women. In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Detroit-based Trauma Responsive Therapist, Author, and Founder, Demarra West. This intimate conversation explores what it truly means to build a business—and a life—on your own terms. Demarra, also the author of Me Too: A Therapist's Journey to ...

purpose-driven leadership The Purpose Catalyst: Leadership, Risk & Resilience with Dr. Connie Y. Bell What if the most powerful thing you can bring to the boardroom is exactly what they told you to leave at the door? Host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Dr. Connie Y. Bell in this episode of The Execution Series: Power, Pivot & Purpose . Dr. Bell is a transformational executive leader, doctoral mentor, and author who excels at the intersection of leadership, risk governance, and human resilience...

Career Pivot What if the most powerful story you ever tell isn't the one on the screen — but the one you coordinate behind the scenes? In this installment of The Execution Series: Power, Pivot & Purpose , host Deneen L. Garrett is chatting with Nicole Welch — seasoned Production Manager, Television Academy member, and 2026 Produced By magazine spotlight honoree. From Detroit's control rooms to managing global broadcasts and live sports, Nicole defines what it means to execute at the highest leve...

Own Your Voice and stop letting your communication style hold your career back. In this episode, Tanya Spencer — founder of FCK Being Stuck Coaching and Master of "Bad-Asshery" — breaks down the Likability vs. Competence matrix, why credentials alone aren't enough, and how to reclaim 200 hours of non-promotable work. This is the conversation that shifts how you show up in every room.

"You don't wait for permission. You become it. And when you become it — everything rises to meet you." In the final installment of our Women Who Build: Legacy in Real Time series, we're diving deep into the architecture of influence. How do you take years of high-level expertise and turn it into a global platform? Host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Trish Lindo — a FAMU graduate and storytelling strategist who spent over a decade at media giants like CNN, Yahoo!, and Oprah.com. As the Founder ...

Santana Inniss walked away from corporate, looked around at the women being left behind, and decided to do something about it. In this episode, the Founder of The Glow Initiative (Glowi) joins Deneen L. Garrett to share how she is ending barriers to professional coaching and what it really means to build a legacy that opens doors for others. In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, we explore: The Corporate Pivot: The specific decision that shifted Santana from the corporate ...

You were built to lead. So why does the path keep feeling out of reach? In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Gia Warren — strategic operations and program management leader, MBA, and global executive with leadership experience at Lumen, Intel, Amazon, and AT&T — for a conversation about what it truly means to be built to lead. Gia shares the decision that shifted how she sees herself, what she had to unlearn on the road to operational exce...

Stop shrinking. Raise your standards. Your experience doesn’t expire — it compounds. In Episode 194 of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with luxury personal brand strategist Cheryl Pullins for a masterclass in visibility and positioning. This is a mandate for the woman 50+ who is ready to be seen, positioned, and paid at the level she has earned. Building a luxury brand isn't about "fluff"—it’s about the architecture of your authority. In this episode, ...

Episode 189 In this powerful conversation, Cultural Producer and Artrepreneur Dontae T. Muse joins Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation to explore his journey through creativity, community, and legacy-building in Black art. Dontae shares how getting fired became his catalyst for stepping into purpose, how he built Above Art Studios into a cultural home for creatives, why documenting knowledge became part of his mission, and how he is shaping the future through his roles at the Harlem Fine Ar...

🚀Bold, Visible & Unstoppable: The Power of Community for Women of Color Entrepreneurs 🔥 Episode 184 Kris & Krew Part III Episode Description: Community isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the backbone of success for women entrepreneurs. In this episode, Kris Gordon I tripod es us to Ambitious Women Eternity Sledge and Sonya Z. Phillips as they break down the power of visibility, the importance of relationships in business, and the resources available to help women of color thrive. 🎙️ Key Takeaways: ✅ Why...

REST. REFUSE. RECLAIM. ™️ The Blueprint for Boundaries, Wealth & Unapologetic Living Episode 183 In this transformative episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , we explore the revolutionary power of rest, boundaries, and financial freedom. Black women have long been conditioned to equate worth with productivity, but this conversation is about shifting the narrative—because rest is resistance, boundaries are power, and wealth is reclamation. 💬 "Rest is not a luxury—it’s a revolution....

Hollywood’s Gatekeepers Are Changing ~ How Black Women Are Taking Over Media with Ashley King Episode 165 The entertainment industry is shifting, but for Black women and other marginalized creators, success isn’t about waiting for an invitation—it’s about building your own table. In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , casting director and entrepreneur Ashley King shares the realities of Hollywood, the power of self-initiative, and why community is the key to break...

Turning Passion into Profit: Vida Robinson’s Entrepreneurial Journey with Vida Robinson Episode 180 Kris' Krew, Ambitious Women 🎙️ Episode: Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation 🎧 Guest: Vida Robinson | Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur & CEO 🔥 Topics: Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Vision, Resilience Full episode note here: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/turning-passion-into-profit/ From Passion to Profit: Vida Robinson’s Inspiring Story Ever dreamed of turning your creative p...

The Power of Intentional Living: A Guide to Personal Growth with Susanne Mariga Episode 164 In a podcast episode featuring Susanne Mariga, a CPA and fractional CFO, the discussion revolves around the concept of intentional living and its profound impact on personal and financial growth. Here are some key takeaways from the conversation: Understanding Intentional Living The Importance of Acknowledging Grief Celebrating Wins and Finding Joy The Role of Community and Support Embracing Change and Tr...

Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment Episode 156 with Dima Ghawi Highlights [00:02:33] Advancing individuals in leadership. [00:12:48] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [00:33:06] The pressure to be perfect. In this episode, Keynote Speaker/Leadership Consultant/Author, Dima Ghawi , underscores the importance of advancing individuals in leadership to cultivate a world where leaders prioritize the well-being and growth of their teams, embrace diversity, and work towards a ...

Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings Episode 155 In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett introduces guest DeeDee Cummings, who is an author, therapist, attorney, and mom from Louisville, Kentucky. DeeDee shares her career journey from being a child protective service worker to becoming an attorney and then transitioning to a therapist to focus on healing. She also discusses how writing became a coping mechanism for her. The conversation touches on the challenges of ...

The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success with Valincia Bennett Episode 153 In this engaging podcast episode, business coach and strategist Valincia Bennett shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, revealing how she found her true calling and achieved financial freedom. Discover Valincia's inspiring story of self-discovery and empowerment as she transitions from a corporate career to becoming a successful entrepreneur with multiple businesses. Join the ...

Defying the Odds: From Olympic Gold to Hollywood Stunts: A Journey of Resilience with René Felton Besozzi Episode 150 Join us for an intimate and inspiring conversation with René Felton Besozzi, a renowned coach, therapist, and grandmother. In this episode, René shares her journey of coaching athletes to Olympic gold medals, working with Hollywood stunt professionals, and navigating life's challenges with resilience and determination. From coaching her son to gold medals to working with internat...

Join us for an empowering and uplifting episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation as we welcome Miara Shaw, also known as Maven Miara, a distinguished life business strategist and leadership facilitator. In this episode, Miara shares her passion for leadership development, particularly with women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of unlocking one's gifts and talents to share with the world. Discover the keys to creating a balanced rhythm in your life, defining your priorities, ...

Episode 147 In this episode, , Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation podcast creator & host, discusses the final phase of living a dream lifestyle, which is the "Drive" phase. After covering the and phases in previous episodes, the...

AMBITION IN LIFE: The Power of Ambition and and Finding Fulfillment: Insights from Bianca B. King Episode 146 Tap in as Bianca B. King, CEO & Founder of Pretty Damn Ambitious, discusses a redefined version of ambition. She describes it as the joyful and diligent pursuit of success, informed by one's ideals. Bianca emphasizes that ambition should not be seen as a sacrifice or burden, but rather as a driving force that propels individuals towards their goals and purpose. According to Bianca, it is...

Dream Life : Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide The "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series emphasizes the importance of dreaming big, designing a clear vision, and taking action to drive towards living the desired lifestyle. It encourages individuals to believe in themselves and their dreams, and to actively pursue their goals with passion and determination. During the decide phase, the second step in the "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series, individuals have the opportunity to decide w...

In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett jumps into the Dream phase of her "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series. She reminds us of the three steps to living a dream lifestyle: Dream, Design/Decide, and Drive. This episode focuses on the first step, dreaming, and encourages listeners to think about what they want and remove any limiting thoughts or beliefs. Deneen emphasizes the importance of dreaming big and provides suggestions for gathering inspir...