Mind Your Business
2 Seasons
We sat down with over 30 Black business owners to discuss keys to their success. Host René Syler covers the gamut with these entrepreneurs—the types of businesses they built, tech tools they can’t live without, how they got started, and their hopes and dreams for 2024. Tune in as these trailblazers candidly share hard-won wisdom about turning passion into profit.
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Mind Your Business-Season 2, EP 1 | Veola Parker Hill
Episode 1
From battling leukemia to building a health tech empire, Veola Parker Hill's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Join René Syler as she delves into Veola's inspiring story and explores her innovative approach to merging ancient wisdom with cutting-edge technology.
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Mind Your Business- Season 2, EP 2 | Angella Ross
Amazon is investing a significant $150 million over four years to empower Black-owned businesses. Part of this initiative is Angella Ross, a key member of Amazon’s business development team. She’s on a mission to break down systemic barriers that have historically hindered Black entrepreneurs. J...
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Mind Your Business-Season 2, EP 3 | Melodie Powell
From the rigors of a probation officer to the dazzling world of jewelry design, Mellodie Powell's career trajectory is as unexpected as it is inspiring. After the birth of her child, she embarked on a new chapter, channeling her creativity into crafting stunning pieces. Ashley's designs range fro...
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Mind Your Business-Season2, EP 4 | Derek Collins
Episode 4
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Mind Your Business-Season2, EP 5 | Katrina Haynes
Navigating the complexities of international taxation requires trusted advisors. Haynes Global Tax Experts, led by Katrina C.M. Haynes, CPA, a seasoned tax professional with over 20 years of experience, who provides personalized tax solutions to individuals with global financial interests.
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Mind Your Business-Season 2, EP 6 | Dr. Monica Williams Riley
Episode 6
Dr. Monica Williams-Riley is a functional medicine practitioner who believes in a holistic approach to healthcare. Unlike traditional medicine, which often focuses on treating symptoms with medication, functional medicine delves deeper to identify and address the root causes of illness. Dr. Riley...
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Mind Your Business-Season 2 EP 7 | Sivonnia DeBarros
Episode 7
Sivonnia DeBarros is a trailblazer in her field, having established herself as the founder and CEO of SL DeBarros Law Firm. As the first lawyer in her family, she has not only broken new ground personally but has also carved out a unique and vital niche in the legal world.
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Mind Your Business-Season 2 Ep 8 | Dr. Shade Adu
Episode 8
Teaching is undeniably in Dr. Shade Adu’s DNA. Her career ignited on the international stage in the Republic of Kazakhstan, where she cultivated young minds. Now, stateside, her passion for education persists, albeit with a different classroom. As the founder of Savvy Solutions Consulting, Dr. Ad...
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Mind Your Business-Season 2 Ep 9 | Shana Campbell
Episode 9
Shana Campbell the powerhouse behind Launch Your Brilliance, understands the frustration women face when it comes to monetizing their expertise. "The biggest hurdle," she says, "is simply getting them to believe their knowledge has value." Launch Your Brilliance aims to help them bridge that gap,...