Delivering Impact: Recent Episodes
Dwight Deloatch
Delivering Impact podcast will spotlight fellow entrepreneurs, political leaders, and non-profit organizations that are shaping and changing our communities.
In this episode, we sit down with Ms. Jaia Thomas Esq, a seasoned sports and entertainment attorney and the visionary founder of Diverse Representation. With over 15 years of experience, Ms. Thomas has been instrumental in structuring, drafting, and negotiating agreements within the television and film content sectors.
Diverse Representation is dedicated to revolutionizing the sports and entertainment industry. Through a robust database and innovative initiatives, Diverse Representation aims to amplify opportunities for African American agents, attorneys, managers, and publicists nationwide.
Join us as Jaia shares insights into her journey, the pivotal role of diversity in entertainment and sports, and the transformative impact of Diverse Representation's programs and events. This episode promises an enlightening conversation on breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity in one of the world's most dynamic industries.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaia-thomas-13b0a62/
https://www.diverserepresentation.com/
https://www.blackwomeninsports.com/
https://www.blacksportsownership.com/home
Our guest today is Delano Hunter, Director of District of Columbia Department of General Services. Director Hunter is a native Washingtonian and Spingarn Senior High School graduate. He attended Delaware State University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in BusinessManagement. Mr. Hunter went on to earn his MBA from the Johns Hopkins University Carey School of Business. Discussed DC Department of General Services priorities, Small Business Programs, and DC Infrastructure Academy.
Director Delano Hunter Delano Hunter, Director | dgs (dc.gov)
DC Department of General Services | dgs (dc.gov)
DC Department of General Services CBE Symposium FY24 Small Business CBE Symposium | dgs (dc.gov)
DC Department of General Services Mentor-Protégé Program Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) | dgs (dc.gov)
DC Infrastructure Academy | DC Infrastructure Academy
Podcast Transcripthttps://share.descript.com/view/UX8x4J6V8EI
Our guest today is Lateefah Durant. Ms. Durant serves as Vice President of Innovation at CityWorks DC ensuring that young people have the work experience, social capital, and credentials needed to compete for family sustaining jobs. CityWork DC programs are providing young adults with apprenticeship opportunities in high demand, high wage industries such as IT, Finance, and transformative career coaching.
Lateefah Durant https://www.linkedin.com/in/lateefahdurant/
CityWorks DC https://www.cityworksdc.org/
CityWorks DC Embark https://www.cityworksdc.org/embark
Arizona State University Local DC https://asulocal.asu.edu/washington-dc
National Apprenticeship Week https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week
Our guest today is Kristi C. Whitfield Director of the District of Columbia Small and Local Business Development. DSLBD is a government agency with a mission to support the development, economic growth, and retention of District -bases businesses and promote economic development throughout the district commercial corridors. Director Whitfield provides insight regarding Distrit of Columbia Certified Business Enterprise, DSLBD small business grant opportunities, and upcoming initiatives.
Resources
DC Department of Small and Local Business Website | dslbd (dc.gov)
Dream Pitch 2023 Dream Pitch Program | dslbd (dc.gov)
DC Certified Business Enterprise Program CBE Certifications | dslbd (dc.gov)
DC Green Book Green Book: Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Opportunity Guide | dslbd (dc.gov) Aspire Program Aspire to Entrepreneurship | dslbd (dc.gov)
Made in DC Made in DC Certification Program | dslbd
Kiva Hub DC Kiva Hub at DSLBD | dslbd
Art All Night DC Art All Night | dslbd
Obviously DC #ObviouslyDC
Ms. Emmalyne Head took a leap of faith and established Southern Belle Cleaners. Along with janitorial, Southern Belle Cleaners provides a specialty service called extreme declutter which assists seniors and those that have fallen victim to Hoarding. Emmalyne has recently started facilitatingworkshops providing Hoarding prevention tips. Her mission is to start a judgment-free dialogue and encourage others to seek help when unable to managehousekeeping responsibilities on their own.
Southern Belle Cleaners Website Southern Belle Cleaners (southernbellecleanersdmv.com)
Connect with Emmalyne Head on LinkedIn Southern Belle Cleaners DMV | LinkedIn
Mrs. Antionette Blake more commonly known and widely recognized as a multi-award winning “Delaware Blogger'' is also a podcast host, vlogger, author, social media strategist, educator/coach and professional speaker. Antionette is the content creator of the Del Blogger blog and hosts 2 podcasts: Out & About with Antionette and The Delaware Blogger Podcast. As the owner of A. Blake Enterprises, Social Media Marketing and Consulting she works with industry leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs assisting them with strategies to help them broaden their brand and expand their exposure online.
A. Blake Enterprises- A. Blake Enterprises – Social Media Marketer & Consultant (ablakeenterprises.com)
Delaware Blogger Podcast Delaware Blogger Podcast • A podcast on Anchor
Out and About with Antionette Why You Must Take Care of Your Body as You Take Care of Your Business in Out & About with Antionette Blake (soundcloud.com)
Our guests today guest is Josh Nowack Co-Founder of Breaking Free Industries. Josh experienced first-hand the challenge in finding employment post-incarceration. This lead to the inspiration to start Breaking Free Industries which is a tee-shirt printing shop located in Santa Ana, CA. The mission is to provide second chance employment opportunities to formerly incarcerated individuals while providing quality apparel in a cost-efficient fashion. Josh also is an instructor and board member for Brian Hamilton Foundation Inmates to Entrepreneurs.
Breaking Free Industries Breaking Free Industries | Screen Printing | Santa Ana, CA
Brian Hamilton Foundation Inmates to Entrepreneurs Inmates to Entrepreneurs - Brian Hamilton Foundation
Prison Policy Initiative Prison Policy Initiative
Second Chance Business Coalition Homepage (secondchancebusinesscoalition.org)
Episode 3 spotlight sisters Marie Stanley and Cathy Stanley. Collectively have backgrounds as Television Producers, Event Managers, and a previous operated small business Honey's Desserts. Honey's Coffee Company is a coffee brand founded in the nation's capital, Washington, DC. It's a coffee brand that's family-owned, sister-owned, and black-owned. The company is named after their grandfather Eugene McCabe from New Haven, Connecticut. Honey was the nickname given by the family.
Honey's Coffee Company Website: Fresh Roasted Coffee Delivered To Your Door – Honey's Coffee Company (honeyscoffeecompany.com)
Honey's Coffee Company Instagram Honey’s Coffee Company (@honeyscoffeecompany) • Instagram photos and videos
Episode 2 guest Nathan Garcia Founder Pocket Planner Inc.
Nathan discusses his journey to become a certified financial planner, and his vision for Pocket Plan app. Pocket Plan is an easy-to-use social engagement tool that allows you to build your financial plan in minutes and share that data with Financial Professionals if you choose.
LinkedIn Nathan Garcia, CFP® | LinkedIn
Pocket Plan App Pocket Plan Personal Finance App - Pocket Plan App
Mavrik Digital Home - Mavrik Digital (mavrikseo.com)
My Retirement TV Blog My Retirement TV - Best Personal Finance Retirement Blog