SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Susan Simmons Stevenson, founder of the

Lifecycle Network, shares her entrepreneurial journey and what led her to

start her own business. She discusses the challenges she faced as an

entrepreneur, such as breaking through corporate barriers, and

emphasizes the importance of networking and building relationships to

secure contracts. Susan also talks about her company’s services, which

include staffing and HR solutions, as well as their commitment to diversity

and inclusivity in the workforce.

SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: African American entrepreneur Sky Win

created a consent card deck to promote safe conversations about

consent. She credits her success to honing her skills and the support of

her community. She hopes to make a cultural shift and reduce rates of

assault on campus. Rice University has provided a supportive community

for her business..

SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Dwight McQueen of Atl Tours discusses his

journey from New York to Atlanta and how he became the founder of Atl

Tours. He shares how his background in tourism led him to create a Black

history tour of Atlanta, which eventually turned into a business. Dwight

talks about the challenges he faced, including the need for extensive

research and knowledge about Atlanta’s history. He also highlights the

importance of mentors and the support of organizations like the Russell

Center. Dwight describes the various tours offered by Atl Tours, including

city tours, Black history tours, wine tours, and more.