Mompreneurs

Being the daughter of a civil rights leader isn’t easy, and neither is being a mom. This Mompreneur knows both worlds well. Dominique Sharpton is a Tony Award–winning Broadway producer, mother, daughter of Reverend Al Sharpton, and goddaughter of the late Betty Shabazz. In this episode, Dominique shares how growing up surrounded by activism and leadership shaped her understanding of knowledge, resilience, and the power ...

Felicia Flores turned profound personal loss into powerful purpose. After the heartbreaking loss of her angel baby, Felicia began losing her hair and was diagnosed with alopecia. As a mother navigating grief without the option to pause life, she searched for new ways to process her emotions and reclaim her identity. That journey sparked a bold mission to redefine beauty and empowerment. Baldie Con is an annual bald empowe...

Stacey Muhammad is a powerhouse Hollywood director whose rise has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, she shares her journey from independent filmmaking to directing top-tier talent on acclaimed television series such as Harlem, Queen Sugar, Raising Kanan, and more. Stacey opens up about balancing motherhood while breaking into the film and TV industry, and how her work caught the attention of Ava Duvernay. ...

Keanna Sanders, CEO and founder of Sandbridge Early Learning Centers, shares her inspiring journey from the fashion industry to establishing a network of childcare facilities that cater to modern family needs with extended hours. She discusses the influence of her grandmother on her entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of mentorship, and her commitment to empowering women and girls through her nonprofit, Baltimore Dynamic Women. ...

After becoming her own first patient from failed treatments from doctors, Johane Filemon, a registered dietitian, left her full time job during the pandemic and founded Wonderfully Nutritious Solutions. She and Nancy discuss her journey from aspiring medical doctor to dietitian, her focus on gut health and inflammation, and the importance of cultural shifts in nutrition within the Black community. Johane shares insights on balancin...

After years of shaping a powerhouse career in the music industry, Joi Brown founded Culture Creators - a company that builds platforms, curates high-impact events, and connects industry veterans with the next generation of trailblazers across sports, entertainment, fashion, business, and technology. Culture Creators also operates a nonprofit, Campus Changemakers, a two-year mentorship program supporting students at colleges an...

When Chanté Knox realized that a better solution was needed for women with heavier menstrual cycles, she reached out to her favorite brand with an idea, only to be dismissed. Instead of giving up, she built it herself. That bold move sparked the creation of DelivHer FemCare and its flagship innovation, the Anu menstrual disc. In this episode, Chanté shares how she turned a personal challenge into a patented product, w...

Angela Cannon is a powerhouse in media and beyond. As a senior executive, marketing strategist, author, entrepreneur, and devoted mom, she wears many hats and wears them well. As SVP of Multicultural Networks and General Manager at AspireTV, Angela has built a reputation for leading with vision, mentoring with intention, and championing diverse talent. She stays ahead of the curve by embracing the technologies shaping the future of...

Crystle Roberson Dorsey is a powerhouse behind the lens. A director, writer, and producer whose storytelling passion has fueled a remarkable 15-year career in film and television. Her credits include hit series like The Gilded Age, BMF, and Queens, and now she’s stepping into a new chapter, telling her own story on Mompreneurs. In her upcoming short film, Mr. Benjamin’s Birthday, Crystle di...

Brooke Hart Jones is a mom of two boys and the creator of HBCyOU Kidz, a multimedia children’s brand featuring an animated YouTube series, books, and music that celebrate the history and culture of HBCUs. Her journey began with a simple idea: to create a Hampton University cheerleader doll as a gift for a friend’s daughter, something she realized didn’t exist. That idea blossomed into the HBCyOU doll line and...

New York Times best-selling author and host of the Joy Reid show, Joy-Ann Reid, shares insights on how she worked her way into the world of journalism, making history as the first Black woman to host a prime-time cable news show, while navigating life alongside her husband and children. She reflects on her journey from working minimum-wage jobs, sometimes two at a time, to afford childcare for their three kids, to ultimately transf...

Lori Hall and Jessica Lane, two powerhouse moms and co-founders of Pop’N Creative, are reshaping the marketing landscape. After years in television and marketing, they recognized the lack of authentic representation in campaigns aimed at women and multicultural audiences and decided to do something about it. Fueled by purpose and creativity, they launched Pop’N Creative to close that gap. During the height of the B...

Dr. Charis Chambers, also known as @theperioddoctor on Instagram, is a board-certified OBGYN, author, mom, and wife. She combines her medical expertise with a passion for teaching girls and women of all ages about vaginal health, while extending her mission far beyond the walls of a medical office. Dr. Chambers shares valuable insights and debunks common myths about the female body, especially those imposed on young girls...

Corine Marie is an author whose love for both books and fashion sparked an idea that turned into a viral bookmark that doubles as a fashion accessory. The popularity of The Bookmark by Corine Marie has also helped boost interest in her books. Corine walks us through how she manages a business idea that blew up overnight, and how to protect it. She tells us what she’s learned about patents, social media marketing, and sending ...

Megan “Elle” Mason is the founder of The Elle Collective; a strategic creative boutique centered around PR and brand strategy. Her company includes a roster of individual talent and corporate clients that she has helped to open doors for! Working with companies like BET and TV One have helped to shape Megan’s expertise and sharpen her skills. But for Megan, it goes beyond just getting the job done. She cares for t...

Kika Wise is the very first Black female franchisor in the U.S., but that wasn’t something that she necessarily aspired to be. Kika Stretch Studios was created out of necessity. After the birth of her first child, Kika needed a job. So, she used her training as a professional dancer to create a space to assist people with stretching, a form of exercise too often overlooked. Her studio turned into two locations, and soon enoug...

Akim Vann, founder and owner of Bakery on Bergen, believes that “math is in everything,” and she is correct! Her bakery offers more than just pastries and sweets. It also doubles as a classroom where she tutors children and instructs baking classes. From acting on Sesame Street and having a hit record with her dad as a child, to owning this creative bakery, and becoming a licensed yogi, Akim says that teaching is her su...

From serving a sentence in prison for bank fraud to establishing several programs to empower, educate, and uplift communities across the country, Dr. Jamila T. Davis talks about her journey. She describes how she re-established her relationship with her children after years in jail and how she wrote several books and started legit businesses to help her family from behind a prison wall. Dr. Davis drops gems on how to become an entr...

5001 Flavors is a family business that has dressed celebrities for everything from music videos to award shows since the 90s. Co-founder and mompreneur, Shay Wood details becoming an entrepreneur while attending Columbia University alongside her then-boyfriend, Guy Wood. The company grew to several businesses, including a Harlem brick and mortar, eyewear line, spirits brand, and now a podcast. Shay gives advice on how to separate l...