Jul 10, 2021Leche Y MielThere is a place somewhat hidden in the rural regions of Nicaragua. A modest coffee farm on land with vast growth potential. The soil is rich and the air is soothing. When you close your eyes and inhale deeply you almost feel transported, but there is no time for that…2 min read2 min read
Dec 31, 2020Julius Lucas Jr.There are many stories I tell about my solo bike ride down the California coast from San Francisco to San Diego back in 2013. I typically start my story the same way. I bought the bike on a Monday, left that Saturday, and with little money or knowledge about bicycles…4 min read4 min read
Dec 22, 2020Ms. ParkerHer floors were a glossed honey brown. Seeing my reflection shining on them made me believe I had elevated several tax brackets. The creamy white walls offered an elegant balance of smooth and sharp edges that made you believe these weren’t just walls, they were a statement on what walls…Home Decor2 min readHome Decor2 min read
Dec 8, 2020Stevon’s Blog: Paul Newman DaytonaI’ve gained a reputation for being late. The small amount of authority voters granted me as a local elected official made me accustomed to having people wait on my arrival- whenever that may be. …2 min read2 min read
Nov 30, 2020The Carl Sherman Jr. Story: Show NotesClick Here to Watch Full Interview on YouTube. Carl Sherman Jr. is an American Politician, businessman and son of Carl Sherman Sr, who is the former Mayor of Desoto, TX. Desoto is a suburb of Dallas, TX and one of the country’s few affluent Black communities. Mr. Sherman Jr. …2 min read2 min read
Nov 24, 2020The Eric McDonnell Story: Show NotesFull Interview: YouTube A native son of San Francisco, Eric McDonnell went from growing up in public housing to becoming the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of United Way Bay Area. He has over 25 years as an experienced executive leader with a demonstrated history of working in…2 min read2 min read
Nov 16, 2020The Clive Downie Story: Show NotesClick here for full interview on YouTube. Clive Downie is the Chief Marketing Officer at Unity Technologies, a company that brings state-of-the-art, affordable multi platform tools & services to developers of interactive content everywhere. Downie has been in the gaming industry for more than 20 years, with 15 years of…Tech Startups2 min readTech Startups2 min read
Nov 9, 2020The Bryant Marks Story: Show NotesClick here for full interview on YouTube. Dr. Bryant T. Marks, Sr. is an ordained minister, the founder and Chief Equity Officer at The National Training Institute on Race & Equity, as well as, a Psychology Professor at Morehouse College. For over twenty years Dr. Marks has provided unparalleled diversity…Black Founders3 min readBlack Founders3 min read
Nov 2, 2020The JJ Hanley Story: Show NotesClick here for full interview on YouTube. JJ Hanley is a Williams College alumnus, proud father of two, and the Co-Founder of Filigreen, a third-party cannabis distributor based in San Francisco. Filigreen aims to be the conduit that outputs a safe, secure product — shouldering the load of compliance so…Black Founder2 min readBlack Founder2 min read
Oct 26, 2020The Emily Stubb Story: Show NotesClick here for full interview on YouTube. Emily Stubb is a documentary filmmaker who’s environmental activism exposes issues such as food inequity in her hometown of Baltimore. Recognizing that the lack of access to nutrient dense food is an endemic crisis occurring in Baltimore City, Emily decided to highlight the…Black Founders2 min readBlack Founders2 min read
