UnBossed – Details, episodes & analysis

Black women have been excellent in business for years but only recently have industries begun the slow shift to welcoming us as we climb the ranks. Bonita Stewart, Vice President of Global Partnerships at Google is one woman who has - as she calls it - “a mindset of not being othered.” Instead, she says, “I don’t mind being the pioneer but I won’t be the only one.” Her path to success in the tech world is marked by determination and close examples like her father. On this episode of UnBossed Bonita shares the lessons she’s learned as a trailblazer and the commitments she’s made to bringing others with her straight to the top. 

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

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We love when we get to dig into the stories of Black women who’ve demanded fair pay since...childhood and built thriving businesses serving their community from scratch. That’s right, childhood. Today’s guest, Sherrell Dorsey (@sherrell_dorsey), the founder of The Plug Daily - started getting paid from a little girl, and hasn’t accepted anything less than her full worth since. But that doesn't mean that it's Easy Street. There are real sacrifices and stretched checks that go along with entrepreneurship. And Dorsey's business - The Plug Daily - is a service that “investigates and reports on Black tech trends, stories, and breaking news with a rigor and analysis you won’t find elsewhere.” Data, diversity and quality journalism are the foundational tools Dorsey employs to make sure underserved and under-covered entrepreneurs and their companies get the shine they deserve amidst the technology boom. Keep listening to hear Sherrell’s story. #UnBossed Podcast

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

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Are investments the best or easiest way to start a business? It's debatable. What's certain is that with the right preparation, planning, and love from your community you can build a thriving business. Just ask Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon (@drkeyhallmon), founder of thriving The Village Market (@thevillagemarketatl) in Atlanta, Georgia. On today’s episode Dr. Key breaks down how she decided to do something about the lack of Black businesses being showcased in Atlanta...without a single dollar of investor money, just donations from her own village. She also discusses how The Village Market has successfully pivoted during a global pandemic and national racial unrest. Keep listening after Dr. Key’s interview for another special Bonus Boss segment with Blackbird House founder, Brigid Coulter, sponsored by Pine-Sol.

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

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A business isn’t successful if it isn’t profitable and too often women fear how they will be perceived if they ask for what their time and efforts are worth. But as this week’s guest, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche (@thebudgetnista) says, “the more you make, the more you can do.” And trust, she knows of what she speaks, having experienced financial setbacks and teaching others how to overcome them as she did. Now, she helms a series of businesses that serve women who want to become financially free. Keep on listening to hear her thoughts on getting paid for your service, saving for retirement, and ‘voting with your money’ and so much more. And stick around afterward [55:41] for our BONUS BOSS Segment with WestRiver Managing Director, Richelle Parham. Sponsored by Pine-Sol.

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The greats aren’t the greats because they played it safe. They mastered their craft and became known for their mastery, much like this week’s guest, Jermaine Dupri (@jermainedupri). In this episode, the hitmaker producer gives real life anecdotes and advice on how to gain the respect you deserve in your field - including a DOPE come-to-Jesus moment with the legendary soul singer, Aretha Franklin. Get into it and I hope you’ve got a notebook ready! Use #UnBossedPodcast to let us know what you think of the episode!

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For ages, we’ve accepted that to start from the bottom means to accept well beneath the pay you are worth.This week’s guest, Lauren Simmons (@lasimmons), is making it her mission to shed some light on financial best practices for young women. And she’s doing it with a wealth of experience and she’s not even 30 yet. At 25 she was the only Black woman and youngest trader on the New York Stock Exchange Floor - history-maker. And as you’ll hear, making history wasn’t necessarily her goal. Her career is marked by strategic choices - including advocating for herself to make more money while trading at the New York Stock Exchange. She’s got great tips and tricks for young women who want to take full control of their finances and their career paths.

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)
• Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re inundated with information about taking care of our personal finances but what can financial health look like for couples? Should couples use joint accounts? Should they keep their money separate? Who pays the bills? How much should a couple invest in their business? Today’s guests Codie Oliver and Tommie Oliver have made a name for themselves by creating Black Love - the acclaimed docu-series shining a spotlight on the nuances of love and relationships. They give a 360-degree look into their money decisions both as business partners and as husband and wife from how much to save to how to create more income streams. Use #UnbossedPodcast to chime in and let us know some of the money tips and tricks you use in your relationship!

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a career worthy of respect takes equal parts knowing your value and forging relationships with the right people. So, how do you know you’re making the right decisions and connecting with the right people? How do you make sure you’re valuing yourself at all times? Today’s guest has stories in spades about just that. Juliette Jones (@msjuliettejones) is the Executive Vice President of Urban Promotions at Atlantic Records and she got there by knowing exactly who she is and what she wants. From her first internship at MCI (a throwback!) to her current position, she’s excelled using her smarts, bomb ass work ethic and friendships with some of the best in the business to innovate in hip hop. Juliette has created a brand by just being true to herself and her trajectory, a skill no masterclass or influencer can really teach you. Get into this episode and I hope Juliette’s story inspires you as much as it inspired me.

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s safe to say that most of the cannabis spaces that have opened up since its legalization are lacking two things: Melanin and patience. Conferences, VC funders, promoted businesses are all unequivocally white while Black cannabis entrepreneurs have been pushed aside. There are also a lot of people who think they’ll strike gold from the jump when they come into the cannabis business. WRONG. Enter tech, advertising, and business savant, Mary Pryor and CANNACLUSIVE - the cannabis imagery and education platform she founded with business partners Tonya Rapley and Charlese Antoinette. After experiencing the chronic and debilitating pain of autoimmune disease, Mary took her ingenuity, passion for uplifting her community, and her real lived experiences and channeled them into not just a digital platform but a movement to make the cannabis space more inclusive and accessible.

Keep on listening and as always, let us know what you think of the episode on social media using #UnBossedPodcast!

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Working with your friends can either be the worst thing you’ve ever done or the best decision you’ve ever made. Fortunately, for actress and dynamic entrepreneur Keisha Knight Pulliam (@keshiaknightpulliam) and businesswoman extraordinaire, Arian Simone (@ariansimone), they walk the line of business partners and best friends seamlessly.  With a friendship that spans over 20 years and about the same amount of time put into their own ventures, Arian and Keisha wanted to help women of color-led businesses in a practical way. So, they created the Fearless Fund - a venture capital fund that invests in WOC businesses seeking pre-seed, seed level or series A financing. The are bridging the gap in venture capital funding for women of color founders. To hear just how deep their friendship goes and how beautifully it lends itself to a successful VC fund - keep on listening.

• UnBossed Host: Marquita Harris (@marquita_harris_)
• Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)
• Associate Producers: Ashley Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)
• Bookings: Marquita Harris, Tiffany Ashitey
• Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) + Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) 
• Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.