am·pli·fy : to increase the strength or amount of; to make larger or greater
Over the past few months, one of our main focuses has been to amplify the voices of Black women around the world. With a diverse community of our own, we reached out to you on Instagram to share YOUR favorite Black, female-owned small businesses that you know and love!
This is part of an incredible round-up series featuring some of these women and small businesses that you can support online now and in the future…in so many different industries from skincare products, to designers, fashionistas, foodie brands, finance, fitness and more!
Our mission has always been to empower women to chase after their entrepreneurial dreams – and now more than ever, it’s time to amplify our support for our Black community. Plus, it’s just one small way we can all do our part towards bridging the gap and supporting small!
So without further adieu, here are seven incredible Black, female entrepreneurs who have turned their passions into a successful podcast!
Get ready to support Black women and learn a lot while doin’ it…
Ciji Townsend | Creator of Being Balanced Podcast
Podcast:
Being Balanced: A podcast to help stop the glorification of busyness, focusing on aha moments, must have resources, real life wins and small shifts that lead to incredible impact!
About the Founder:
After being burnt out, exhausted, doing entirely too much, and feeling unfulfilled from doing “all the things,” Ciji was determined to make a change and find her balance.
Over the past five years, Ciji has relocated from Atlanta to New Orleans and then back to Atlanta, started a new career, taught Pure Barre classes, and built a business!
Quote:
“I was working really hard and doing “all the things” yet I didn’t feel fulfilled. I wasn’t thriving. I wasn’t protecting my energy. I woke up one day and decided that I needed to make a change.” — Ciji
Listen to These Episodes:
- Ciji Townsend does a deep dive on working from home AND homeschooling
- Sumhr Giboney, breaks down life as a mom of 3 boys under six, being a successful entrepreneur and knowing when to say no!
- Jenna Irvin moved from living a life out of alignment to giving a FULL body yes to get back on track!
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What We Love:
Ciji not only helps people find their balance, but she also teaches how to maintain it every single day!
Geomyra Pollard | Creator of A Well-Rounded Life Podcast
Podcast:
A Well-Rounded Life: A podcast for creative entrepreneurs seeking an intentional life and business filled with grace, passion, and purpose.
About the Founder:
Over the past few years of juggling marriage, motherhood, friendships and her career, Geomyra has become obsessed with finding the best resources that allow her the opportunity to live a well-rounded life. She’s passionate about her family, faith, and is determined to focus on what matters most!
Quote:
“After running myself in the ground for years on end, I finally surrendered and decided to grant myself some grace!” — Geomyra
Listen to These Episodes:
- Delay is Not Denial: Exercising Patience While Walking in Your Purpose
- There’s No Time Like the Present: Reevaluate, Rejuvenate and Reset Your Ideal Well-Rounded Life
- How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Communicate them Firmly and Gracefully with Kate Mindset Coach Crocco
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What We Love:
Geomyra is so passionate about teaching people how to work smarter not harder so that they can be intentional about loving those around them, taking care of their clients, and practicing self-care!
Natarsha Wright | Creator of Purpose to Create Podcast
Podcast:
Purpose to Create Podcast: A purpose-driven business podcast for creatives filled with candid conversations offering practical tips, tools, and resources to help you level-up in your business.
About the Founder:
Natarsha is a Maryland-based photographer and brand strategist who specializes in visual content marketing, as well as an educator and podcaster serving creative entrepreneurs.
Quote:
“My philosophy is family above all else. When I’m not curating moments for my clients, I’m soaking up every spare minute with my precious family and hitting up the latest movie or foodie find.” — Natarsha
Listen to These Episodes:
- Up-Leveling Your Client Experience with Gifting
- Branding and Marketing for Creatives
- Mental Wellness for Creatives
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What We Love:
Natarsha will get your creative juices flowing while making you feel connected to other creatives through her totally honest and candid conversations!
Nicaila Matthews Okome | Creator of Side Hustle Pro Podcast
Podcast:
Side Hustle Pro: A podcast that spotlights bold, Black women entrepreneurs who have scaled from side hustle to profitable business.
About the Founder:
Nicaila is a Jamaican-born, Bronx-bred marketer and side hustler turned full-time podcaster and entrepreneur.
Quote:
“I’m passionate about helping other multi-passionate side hustlers find their voice and share their message with the world.” — Nicaila
Listen to These Episodes:
- I Quit My Job!
- How To Lay The Foundation Of Your Business When It’s Still A Side Hustle
- From Lay-Off To Comeback: How Designer Dionna Dorsey Created Her Own Thriving Design Boutique And Apparel Line
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What We Love:
Side-hustling can be quite overwhelming, but Nicaila and her guests provide totally attainable, actionable steps that make reaching your business dreams a whole lot easier!
Quanisha Green | Creator of Black Woman CEO Podcast
Podcast:
Black Woman CEO: A podcast dedicated to giving the raw and real experiences of successful black women entrepreneurs while sharing the behind-the-scenes strategies of what it takes to increase in profit, power, and purpose.
About the Founder:
Quanisha is passionate about women’s empowerment and believes that every Black woman has the potential to be her own boss, and take charge of her life.
Quote:
“Power is the ability to create your reality.” — Quanisha
Listen to These Episodes:
- Maintaining Your Calm and Confidence as a CEO
- Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Deal With It
- You Must Decide YOU Are Worth Fighting For
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What We Love:
Quanisha aims to empower women by giving them the opportunity to build their business profitably, and leave Corporate America for good!
Dionne Nicole | Creator of Unconventional Self-Care Diary Podcast
Podcast:
Unconventional Self-Care Diary: A podcast sharing bite-sized, unconventional self-care tips.
About the Founder:
Dionne is a 30-something, single woman living in Houston, Texas who’s obsessed with self-care.
Quote:
“The time for being stressed in any area of our lives is over. There’s a way to enjoy life by keeping in mind what’s important to us and setting ourselves up for success.” — Dionne
Listen to These Episodes:
- Having A CEO Day Is Self-Care
- Your Life Isn’t Off Track. It’s Just Off Your Intention.
- Don’t Want To Do Something? Set A Timer.
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What We Love:
Dionne publishes podcast episodes every day and they’re always less than five minutes long!
Maya Fleming | Creator of Gentler Podcast
Podcast:
Gentler: A podcast all about navigating post-grad adulthood and promoting self-care.
About the Founder:
Maya is a recent college graduate from Georgetown University. She started Gentler as a creative outlet for her to share the highs and lows of post-grad life and the self-care methods getting her through. She loves french fries, Nickelodeon, Golden Girls, and good, disciplined self-care!
Quote:
“Your self-care doesn’t have to follow the “rules,” or for anyone else’s mold. There are plenty of things that count as self-care for me that don’t work for others and vice versa. Self-care is about the self & that’s all that matters.” — Maya
Listen to These Episodes:
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What We Love:
Maya frequently focuses on the intersection between self-care and personal finances, offering practical advice on how to work toward financial literacy and spending money in a way that aligns with your values!
