Connecting to Corporations >> Leveraging Corporate Supplier Diversity & Inclusion to Grow Your Small Business| EP17

Hold on to your hats, folks, this mother of 7 (yes, SEVEN) shares how the "University of Life" drove her to create a cause marketing enterprise; helping clients to achieve greater levels of community impact. Jessica Koch is a speaker, trainer, and consultant who's traveled nationally connecting with audiences in government, education, and economic development. She helps transform her client's business development process to accelerate the success of their sales team. During this feel good episode, Jessica and I chat about the joys of parenting, pivotal decision-making moments, living from a perspective of abundance, and more! Tune in through the very end of our conversation to hear Jessica's 2 infamous life quotes, then mosey over to her digital assets: website | LinkedIn | YouTube

In honor of Independence Day, we're taking advantage of our freedom to mix things up a bit. LOL! This podcast features my fun exchange with the B.O.O.S.T.® podcast audio engineer and master of all things podcasty, Claude Jennings. We covered topics like time management, business strategy, crock pot success, and more! Listen in and don't forget to like, comment, and share the episode with folks you know.

Want to launch a podcast, but not sure if it's "right" for you? Well, this episode is a must listen! During my conversation with fellow podcasters, Charlie Birney, Debbie DeChambeau and Stephen Hart, we cover topics like content creation, how to leverage podcasts for marketing yourself/business, best practices to land podcast interviews, sponsorship, and more. Listen in, then get social with Charlie, Debbie, and Stephen. Let them know I recommended you reach out ;-)

Training and magic and soul. Oh my! In this episode, Dr. Joynicole Martinez, CEO - The Alchemist Agency, shares how she practically helps clients and entire communities expand capacity, develop leadership, and strengthen operations; turning something that appears worthless into something that's invaluable. That's what alchemy is all about! Tune in and then connect with Dr. Joy on LinkedIn, her website, or Twitter for more information.

This episode features Alan Gregerman, President and Chief Innovation Officer of VENTURE WORKS, Inc. Throughout Alan's presentation, he challenges our thinking about people, the world around us, where brilliant ideas actually come from, and how to reach our full potential as individuals, leaders, and organizations. Need some inspiration? Check out one of Alan's three books?The Necessity of Strangers, Surrounded by Geniuses, and Lessons from the Sandbox. Visit www.venture-works.com or www.alangregerman.com for more information.

An author, advocate for women and diversity, and public speaker, Jennefer Witter is the CEO/Founder of The Boreland Group, a NYC-based public relations firm. During this conversation, Jennefer shared her thoughts about fake news, emerging communication channels in the current age of new media, strategies to get your unfair share of attention [ala "The Little Book of Big PR" that Jennefer authored], and much more! Tune in. Then, connect with Jennefer [mention you heard her on the B.O.O.S.T.® podcast ;-)]- www.theborelandgroup.com | www.linkedin.com/in/jenneferwitter | https://twitter.com/JenneferTBG

Looking to build a successful, results-driven advisory board? In this episode, Marissa Levin shares aspects of her Built to SCALE? solution to breakthrough growth through exceptional advisory boards [which is based on her #1 best-selling book on this topic]. Marissa's a 25-year entrepreneur, speaker, author, and globally recognized growth strategist with a lifetime legacy mission to educate, equip, and empower 100 million entrepreneurs and leaders! Whether you're a start-up or a well-established multi-million dollar firm, this episode's for you. Listen in, then contact Marissa at info@successfulculture.com to discuss your advisory board needs.

Based in Northern Virginia, Marvin Powell is consultant, speaker, and coach to small businesses. His program, VisionQuest90? is the most revolutionary personal and professional transformation process of its kind and has helped thousands of business leaders to tap into massive success. In this episode, Marvin shares his vision for entrepreneurship and gives strategies to remove the roadblocks that prevent many people from achieving their business goals. Take a listen, then connect with Marvin for free tips and resources: www.facebook.com/CPTandD and www.linkedin.com/in/marvinpowell .

This episode features Shae Bynes is the Founder and Chief Fire Igniter of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur, a global movement that inspires, teaches, and mentors entrepreneurs who desire to experience God's best in business and have a greater Kingdom impact. Throughout my conversation with Shae, she shares how radical encounters with God shifted her mindset and shaped how she approaches entrepreneurship. For more information and/or to connect with Shae, visit www.kingdomdrivenentrepreneur.com , www.facebook.com/kingdomdrivenentrepreneur, and www.instagram.com/kingdomdrivenentrepreneur .

This dynamic duo is based in Montgomery County, MD. Mikel founded Badlands, a 30,000-square foot play and learning space. David is a healthcare executive. He started Catalyst Health Solutions and grew it into a Fortune 500 company. During our conversation, we got real about their journey as a power couple and how they're able to navigate life as a couple in business while raising 6 (yes 6) children and pursuing their passion for business, philanthropy and more.