SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Sam Dilworth, the owner of Ecopest Pros pest
control company. He discusses starting his own business after working for
another pest control company, the challenges of being an African American
business owner, how he gives back to the community, and advice for
aspiring young entrepreneurs interested in the pest control industry.
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 MT Strickland, an
entrepreneur who started a company called Metricmate that makes
sensors to track your workout data. They discuss Strickland’s journey to
starting Metricmate, overcoming challenges like the pandemic, appearing
on Shark Tank, and the importance of the Russell Innovation Center for
Entrepreneurs in supporting Metricmate’s growth.
