Keanna Sanders, CEO and founder of Sandbridge Early Learning Centers, shares her inspiring journey from the fashion industry to establishing a network of childcare facilities that cater to modern family needs with extended hours. She discusses the influence of her grandmother on her entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of mentorship, and her commitment to empowering women and girls through her nonprofit, Baltimore Dynamic Women. Keanna emphasizes the significance of community support, innovative solutions in childcare, and her vision to become a leading international childcare provider, all while balancing her role as a single mother.

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After becoming her own first patient from failed treatments from doctors, Johane Filemon, a registered dietitian, left her full time job during the pandemic and founded Wonderfully Nutritious Solutions. She and Nancy discuss her journey from aspiring medical doctor to dietitian, her focus on gut health and inflammation, and the importance of cultural shifts in nutrition within the Black community. Johane shares insights on balancing family life with her business and the need for self-advocacy in health matters.

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After years of shaping a powerhouse career in the music industry, Joi Brown founded Culture Creators - a company that builds platforms, curates high-impact events, and connects industry veterans with the next generation of trailblazers across sports, entertainment, fashion, business, and technology. Culture Creators also operates a nonprofit, Campus Changemakers, a two-year mentorship program supporting students at colleges and universities nationwide. The organization has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, opening doors and creating real opportunities for emerging leaders. At the heart of Joi Brown’s work is a simple truth: relationships are more valuable than money. And through Culture Creators, she continues to build bridges, elevate voices, and invest in the culture-shapers of tomorrow.

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