Published inWomen Founders Network Startups, Pitching, Marketing, Building, InvestingNavigating the Retail Landscape as a Black-owned Beauty BrandI’ll share a personal story on what it’s like to be a black-owned beauty brand navigating the retail world. Last year, I pitched our line…Jun 24, 2020Jun 24, 2020
Published inWomen Founders Network Startups, Pitching, Marketing, Building, InvestingHow Retailers lose out by not leveling the playing field for Black-owned beauty brandsDespite the creativity, innovation, and early adoption of natural and clean beauty products by black-owned beauty brands, we are not fully…Jun 23, 2020Jun 23, 2020
Entrepreneurial Spirit on Display at Rio Opening CeremonyMaking much out of little is nothing new to the entrepreneur who is creatively bootstrapping his venture. Brazil’s political and economic…Aug 11, 2016Aug 11, 2016
5 Things I Learned from Selling at my Local Farmers MarketNothing beats the vibe of a great farmers market — fresh flowers, locally grown fruits, vegetable and herbs, fresh baked breads, pastries…Aug 1, 2016Aug 1, 2016
Shea Butter Meets West African FashionThe package inspiration for our new line of Shea Luxe Tubs comes from our love and appreciation of West African culture, and the beautiful…May 9, 2016May 9, 2016
Going Beyond Fair TradeMy work with Shea Radiance gives me the opportunity to solve beauty problems while economically enhancing the lives of the women in our…May 9, 2016May 9, 2016
HOW I KNEW I WAS AN ENTREPRENEUREarly in my entrepreneurial journey, I decided to rent a kiosk in the mall during the holiday season. I was looking for ways to promote the…May 9, 2016May 9, 2016
The Unintended Consequences of MotherhoodAs a mother of two sons, I am grateful that I am raising them in one of the most affluent nations in the world, a privilege I do not take…May 9, 2016May 9, 2016