SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: In this episode, the host, Ashley Scott,

interviews Elakeisha O’Kelly of Cyre Di Jor legal firm, who shares her

journey from being a former professional athlete to becoming an attorney

specializing in intellectual property and empowering her community.

Elakeisha discusses challenges she faced as an African American

entrepreneur, including the importance of representation and operating in

excellence. She emphasizes the need to prioritize self-care and maintain

work-life balance.

SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Ashley Scott interviews entrepreneur Carlita

White about starting her jewelry business later in life. They discuss how

Carlita stumbled into jewelry making as a hobby while caregiving, the

challenges of starting a business with no prior experience, and how she

gives back to her community. Carlita offers advice to other older

entrepreneurs about pursuing your passion.

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..