Build Your Fort With Lentheus Chaney

Can you imagine starting a company with your significant other? And not just any company, but one that sells tea from all over the world. Brooklyn Tea may have started out small, but the company has grown rapidly since its inception. Founded by husband and wife team Jamila Wright and official Tea Sommelier Alfonso Wright, Brooklyn Tea was a passion project for the couple even when they were just dating. Their love bonded them in business and in marriage as they grew from an online store to an official brick and mortar retail store.
Listen in as Jamila and I chat about mixing marriage and business, how the new company made it through the pandemic and the opening of the new location in Atlanta.
Brooklyntea.com

Olivia Westbrooks is a mother, wife, and owner of her own design firm. When her first attempt at entrepreneurship didn't work out the way she planned, she took a step back into corporate America for an opportunity to come back stronger and better. Now, as the leading force behind Oliva Westbrooks Interiors and a sought-after consultant, she leads fearlessly while inspiring others along the way.
https://www.oliviawestbrooksinteriors.com/

Award winning interior designer, Kenzie Perry, has built a career transforming residential, hospitality and commercial spaces. He took a leap of faith into entrepreneurship during the national lock-down and hasn't looked back. Overcoming fear of the unknown, Kenzie bet on his talent which lead to an organic transition of success and happiness with his new business, ZE HAUS.

As with many musicians, Victor Jackson pores his entire soul into his music. After loosing his brother, enduring a bad breakup, and the pandemic, Victor is living authentically in life and through the songs on his current EP, MAN.MUSE.MAGIC. Join us for conversation about family, God's love and being all that we are meant to be.
mrglamrocksoul.com

Jay Bailey, president and CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, joins me in this informative episode of the Build Your Fort Podcast. Bailey delves deeply into his passion and drive to support black business owners, both of which are fueled by his own entrepreneurial background and Herman J. Russell's legacy. He speaks passionately about RICE and how it differs from traditional business incubators by providing a safe space for black entrepreneurs to grow. Our discussion provides current and aspiring entrepreneurs with motivation, inspiration, and food for thought.