AI for entrepreneurs is transforming how businesses solve problems and scale impact. In this episode of the DO GOOD X podcast, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis are joined by Keyona Meeks, an AI strategy expert who helps organizations navigate intelligent automation. Keyona shares her problem-first, tool-second approach to AI implementation strategies for social entrepreneurs, emphasizing that successful early-stage startups must focus on solving real market problems before adopting technology. She addresses common misconceptions about AI accessibility and environmental sustainability, offering practical guidance on using smaller models and advocating for better data center regulation.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How to apply a problem-first approach to AI for entrepreneurs, ensuring your business model development solves real market needs before adopting technology solutions.

✅ Why entrepreneurship education gaps prevent founders from succeeding, and how AI strategy can help early-stage startups build sustainable revenue generation systems.

✅ Practical ways to use AI ethically while addressing environmental sustainability concerns, including utilizing smaller models and knowledge management systems for your operations.

✅ How to overcome the misconception that AI implementation is beyond you, and why project-based learning with intelligent automation beats perfectionism in building impactful businesses.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro: Keyona’s journey from venture capital to AI strategy consulting for early-stage startups

05:51 The entrepreneurship education gap is preventing minority founders from raising capital and building revenue-generating models

11:19 Problem first approach: Defining business as solving problems for qualified customers in exchange for money

16:30 Misconceptions about AI for entrepreneurs, including the belief that AI implementation is beyond reach

20:58 Why consumer technology creates false barriers to understanding AI strategy and intelligent automation

23:22 Environmental sustainability concerns with data centers and practical ways entrepreneurs can reduce AI impact

28:15 How AI enables climate solutions and benefits low-income families navigating complex decisions

33:20 Practical AI tools: voice recording for stream of consciousness and knowledge management systems like Notion

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💎 AI for entrepreneurs requires a problem-first approach: Your business must solve a real market problem for qualified customers in exchange for money before adopting any technology solution.

💎 Momentum beats perfection in AI implementation—stop trying to master every technical detail before getting started. Use project-based learning, embrace messy experimentation, and focus on business operations improvements rather than coding from scratch.

💎 Address environmental sustainability through smart choices: Use smaller AI models that achieve 80% of results and consider your individual climate impact rather than abandoning AI strategy tools.

💎 Build an AI-first organization by establishing a strong documentation culture first. Use knowledge management systems like Notion and voice recording tools to overcome formal tech accessibility barriers and enable stream-of-consciousness prompting.

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Keyona Meeks is an AI strategy and systems expert who helps organizations navigate intelligent automation and workforce transformation as the consulting Lead of AI Strategy at Prismm, founder of ReRev, and General Partner at BlackTech Capital. She...

AI for social good isn't just a buzzword. It's a critical decision point for every purpose-driven business owner today. In this episode of the DO GOOD X podcast, hosts Stephen Lewis and Kimberly Daniel tackle the tension between tech for good and tech for growth, asking: Are you building ethically or just scaling fast? They explore AI adoption challenges facing social impact entrepreneurs, from environmental impact like energy consumption and e-waste to algorithmic bias and job displacement. Discover how to use AI for social good while staying true to your values, plus real examples like Rainforest Connection's innovative approach to ethical AI in environmental protection. Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The difference between AI for social good and AI for growth, and why social entrepreneurs must consider both when scaling their impact

✅ Real-world examples of responsible AI use, including how nonprofits leverage technology for environmental protection and sustainable business practices

✅ Key ethical considerations when implementing AI in small businesses, from data privacy to workforce impact and environmental sustainability

✅ Practical strategies for measuring impact beyond revenue while adopting emerging technologies that align with your core values and mission

Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Exploring AI for social good and whether entrepreneurs are building for impact or just growth

02:21 Ethical issues with digital technology, including algorithmic bias, cybersecurity, privacy concerns, and the environmental impact of AI

04:57 Real example: Rainforest Connection uses AI-powered devices made from recycled smartphones for environmental conservation and protection

08:42 How to be a conscious user of technology during this technological revolution while balancing growth and responsibility

12:20 Key takeaways: Build with intention, measure your impact beyond revenue, stay curious, and align tech adoption with your business values

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💎 Tech for good and tech for growth aren’t always mutually exclusive—but it is possible for impact-driven entrepreneurs can scale responsibly by aligning AI implementation with their mission and environmental responsibility

💎 The environmental cost of AI is real: data centers, energy consumption, water usage, and electronic waste require conscious technology choices

💎 AI can create jobs when used intentionally—82% of small businesses using AI increased their workforce, proving technology adoption can support people rather than replace them

💎 Building with intention means asking critical questions: Who benefits? Who could be harmed? How do we mitigate risk while using AI tools to advance our social mission?

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QUOTES:

“There's a tension that can exist between tech for good and tech for growth because sometimes the fastest path to profit isn't necessarily what's good for people or our environment in the long run.” - Stephen Lewis

"AI and technology do not replace humans; in some ways, it can support our work, but these days, they are using it as an opportunity to create jobs." - Kimberly...

AI entrepreneurship meets purpose-driven innovation as Martha Sylla Underwood, founder of Prismm, transforms wealth transfer and legacy planning through technology.

In this episode of DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis sit down with Martha Sylla Underwood, founder and CEO of Prismm, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing end-of-life planning and wealth transfer through AI and digital organization tools. Inspired by her own family’s experience, Martha shares how Prismm empowers families to manage vital documents, plan for legacy, and reduce stress during critical moments. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a Black woman in tech, the importance of diversity in AI, and how entrepreneurship can build generational impact. Tune in for a powerful conversation on faith-driven innovation, tech for good, and what it means to keep going when the journey gets hard.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How Martha’s personal story inspired the creation of Prismm

✅ Why AI entrepreneurship can be used for good in legacy and wealth transfer

✅ The unique challenges faced by Black women in tech startups

✅ How end-of-life planning technology can preserve generational wealth

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Welcome to the DO GOOD X Podcast

01:22 Meet guest Martha Sylla Underwood, Founder & CEO of Prismm

06:34 The personal story that inspired Prismm’s creation

11:27 Using AI for good: simplifying end-of-life organization

14:33 Diversity, responsibility, and AI ethics in tech

14:43 Barriers Black women face in scaling tech startups

17:22 Best advice Martha received on her entrepreneurial journey

18:02 Building legacy and transferring generational wealth

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💎 Use technology to simplify life’s hardest moments and protect family legacy.

💎 Representation in AI development ensures more inclusive and ethical innovation.

💎 Networking and access to contracts are critical for scaling Black-owned startups.

💎 “Just keep going” — perseverance turns purpose into lasting impact.

ABOUT THE GUEST:

As a seasoned tech executive and now entrepreneur, I leverage over 25 years of experience to bridge the gap between financial institutions and families, ensuring seamless generational wealth transfer. I am passionate about creating innovative solutions that empower people to safeguard their legacies and make critical information accessible when it matters most.

My journey began at IBM, and throughout my career, I've witnessed the transformation of technology from dial-up to AI. This foundation has shaped my approach to leadership, strategy, and innovation in fintech. Prismm, the digital vault I founded, redefines how wealth is managed and transferred across generations, helping financial professionals and families preserve their economic heritage.

Driven by personal experience, I’ve made it my mission to solve real problems for families, ensuring that assets reach their intended heirs without being lost in probate. I work closely with banks, wealth advisors, and credit unions to deliver practical solutions that offer peace of mind and accessibility.

I’m also dedicated to empowering others, especially women, through mentorship and community involvement. Through platforms like 'Executive Estrogen,' I focus on helping women excel in leadership and business.

I'd love to connect if you're interested in how my team and I at Prismm can help your organization, or if you’re passionate about financial empowerment.

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