Episode 83: Lamekia Davis with Lamekia Davis Global Enterprises
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Lamekia Davis of Chicago, IL, is a nonprofit executive, financial literacy advocate, elected official, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is also dedicated to empowering communities through education, mentorship, and economic opportunities. Lamekia serves as the Founder and CEO of the Heyy Girl Foundation and Lamekia Davis Global Enterprise. She is the visionary behind several initiatives focused on youth development, financial literacy, leadership, and wealth building. Through the Heyy Girl Foundation and LDG Enterprise, Lamekia...
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Episode 82: Antonio Tolson - AJ and The Cool Kids
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When two great minds come together, the results will be even greater. This is the case for Antonio Tolson and Dr. Tonya Arnold. The pair has teamed up to raise awareness about autism and educate others about what the condition is all about, and how it affects families. Antonio is a native of Washington, DC. He moved to Charlotte, NC, in 2013, and would eventually marry the love of his life, Tonya. Together, they share one son, AJ, who was diagnosed with autism in 2019. “It all started with a lady from the AVA Clinic. She...
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Episode 81: Dr. Regina Beard - Victory 4 Kidz
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Without question, Dr. Regina Beard, RN, loves people. As life has dealt her a few daunting obstacles, she hasn’t wallowed in them, but instead has made it her mission to be a clarion example of what resilience and determination can achieve. Born in the midwestern community of Gary, IN, Dr. Beard professes that she was a failing student in high school. Yet, she persevered and would become a first-generation college graduate, and the very first in her immediate family to own a business. At the age of 20, Dr. Beard was the mother of two children. Being a young mother came...
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Episode 80: LaVonda Paul-Bowman
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Episode 79: Jacquin Long with Long Lasting Life LLC
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Jacquin Long is the owner of Long Lasting Life LLC. Her company is a dual mobile service that provides Targeted Cryotherapy Services and CPR & First Aid Training courses. Her mobile one-stop wellness business combines lifesaving skills and recovery options that assist in improving survival rates, reducing healthcare and drug costs, and enhancing quality of life for her clients and her community. Jacquin shares that targeted cryotherapy is a form of natural cold therapy treatment to alleviate chronic pain, reduce...
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Episode 78: Jill Carlton, MS, LCMHC, LPC-SC, NCC
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Jill Carlton of Greensboro, NC, isn’t bashful about expressing her love for people and the black culture. Originally from the foothills of North Carolina, Jill is the youngest of six siblings. She is an alumnus of two Historically Black Colleges and Universities, North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro and Livingstone College, which is located in Salisbury, NC. At Livingstone College, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and at NC A&T, she received her Master of Science (M.S.) in Human Resource Agency Counseling. Her additional...
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Episode 77: Attorney Chimeaka L. White
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"Proven" While many accomplished individuals have accredited their success to that of pulling up their own bootstraps, that is not the case for Chimeaka White. Looking from the outside, it may appear that her ascension to becoming a prominent attorney came about from her following the traditional path that most lawyers do. Yet, that is far from Chimeaka’s reality. Her story expresses her faith in God, love and support from her family and friends, and an unwavering determination to win. More than anything, Chimeaka’s story is that of someone who is “Proven”. Chimeaka has proven not only...
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Episode 76: Will Casterlow and Triad PC Solutions
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Triad Cyber Solutions provides professional cybersecurity services and consulting to small and medium business, education, enterprise, and non-profit organizations. We offer top-rated protection with our managed security services. We audit your existing cyber security infrastructure to close any security gaps that may put your organization at risk for a cyber attack. In today’s business environment, technology is key to innovation, collaboration and growth. You need a managed service provider that understands your unique needs, plus has the practical experience necessary to...
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Episode 75: Keith Siler and Siler's Cane Corso's
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He has been called a dog whisperer. The familiar adage, dogs are a man’s best friend, rings true for over half a million households across the United States. According to the Forbes Advisor, 66% of Americans own pets, totaling nearly 89.6 million homes. Of that 89.6 million, 65.1 million are dog owners. (Information based on Pet Ownership Statistics 2024) The numbers mentioned are based on registered ownership of dogs; however, they don’t account for the countless number of people who have picked up strays or acquired a dog from a friend of a friend....
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Episode 74: Jarie Chantell with Clear My Skin by JChantell
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When it comes to maintaining beautiful and healthy skin, Jarie Chantell Ayala-Bullock knows something about it. The Orlando, FL, resident is an Esthetician licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Florida. Jarie enjoys a balanced and well-rounded lifestyle. She is married with four kids, having one son of her own and two bonus daughters and one bonus son. Besides being a savvy businesswoman, she has accomplished quite a bit professionally and personally in her life. Jarie is an Army Veteran and graduated with honors from American InterContinental University with a...
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The history of candles dates back many years, even centuries. According to The National Candle Association, one of the earliest uses of candles can be traced to the Ancient Egyptians in 3,000 B.C. as a way to provide light. Candles have also been central to worship and religious ceremonies thousands of years ago.
Did you know that in the 1800s, candles were used by miners as a way to keep track of time? The candles were marked with 12 lines, and when the wick burnt to a specific line, the miners would know it was time for a shift change. Today, most people use candles to make their homes feel cozier. They have become decorative pieces, proven to enhance one's mental vibe. Greensboro, NC, resident Daria Via has made it her business to bring the art and culture of candle-making to the forefront.
Daria is the owner and operator of Cozy + MeTime Candles. Originally from Martinsville, VA, Daria understands the nuances of candles, how they complement an environment, and most of all, how impactful they can be in providing a feeling of peace and serenity to those who utilize them. She attended the Art Institute of Charlotte, NC, and majored in fashion and marketing. She also attended Guilford Technical Community College and received an associate degree in business administration and marketing.
Daria shares, “For me, candles have always set a vibe in any space they’re in. If you think about it, candles have been setting the vibe for well over 5,000 years. Most people may not be aware of that. You could be at a funeral, a birthday party, or a celebration; when you light that candle, you set the emotional vibe at that moment. I need to have positive energy around me; that's very important," she says.
For avid candle lovers, candles are an integral part of their personal downtime. Whether relaxing at home in a hot bath with a scented candle or simply sitting in your favorite chair enjoying your quiet time, candles help to set the mood. According to Daria, “During my "MeTime" I can relax, clear my head, and focus on what I need to do next. Clarity is important; if you’re burning candles to relax, you don’t want candles with chemicals and unnecessary additives. Those things can lead to health issues. My candles are all-natural soy candles, a safer and healthier product to burn. I truly believe that’s why they sell so well, especially at the farmer's market. When I first started selling them there, I would sell out every time. Then I thought, if they’re selling really well here, let me see if I can get my candles in a boutique. So, I started going into the different shops in Greensboro and Kernersville, introducing myself and my product, and asked if I could leave a few candles there," she says. The answer was yes. "Doing that leg work allowed me to become familiar with the surrounding communities and the different establishments inside of them."
Some of the flavors of candles Daria offers are Watermelon Sugar, Coconut Lime, and Jamaica Me Crazy. There is also a Men's Perspective line with scents like Black Ice, Kentucky Bourbon, and Cool Water.
Under Daria's direction, Cozy + MeTime Candles is set to change the way people enjoy the art of candle burning. For companies who are interested in taking team-building exercises to the next level, she is ready to help. Daria also is available to provide her unique candle-making experience for church meetings and assist with building closer relationships during "girl's nights out" events.
To learn more about Daria Via and Cozy + MeTime Candles, you may visit their website at www.cozymetime.com
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