SpeakUP! International Inc‪.‬ Rita Burke & Ellington Brown

How can effective communication redefine the preteen years for both parents and children? Join us as we sit down with Marcus Higgs, a communication coach who has dedicated his life to helping parents navigate the complexities of their children's formative years. Marcus's journey from missionary teacher to founder of Searching Future Press is nothing short of inspiring! He sheds light on the critical challenges of preteen years, such as identity breaking, collaborative mistrust, and emot...

Embarking on an entrepreneurial adventure can often feel like navigating uncharted waters, but Kathryn Smith, an Atlanta-based marketing guru, is here to light the beacon. Join us as Kathryn unravels her personal odyssey from the security of corporate America to the thrill and tumult of creating her own marketing consulting firm, Walton Birch, and the Black Lady Business School. She brings to the table not just her triumphs but also her trials, offering an authentic look at the determination ...

As a mentor and beacon of inspiration, Josee Smith joins us to unravel her transformative journey from reader to published author. Facing down the specters of perfectionism and self-doubt, she shares how the solitude of the pandemic became the crucible for her anticipated novel's creation. Her candid reflection resonates deeply, especially for black and brown working moms she now guides towards their literary aspirations, punctuating the necessity of perseverance in the writing craft.In the h...

Join the conversation with the esteemed Professor George JS Dei loving known as Professor Nana Dei, a beacon of knowledge for Black African Canadian education, as he graces our platform with his insights that meld the essence of resistance with the transformative power of education. We venture beyond the confines of conventional learning and into the heart of community empowerment, where Professor Dei amplifies the voices of the past and the promise of the future. His perspective as a traditi...

When education meets passion, transformative stories emerge. Our latest guest, Marion Lowe McLean, embodies this blend with her stirring journey from Jamaican roots to her influential role in Quebec's community service and education. As the founder of the Quebec Board of Black Educators and Les Passerelles Globale Bridges, Marion's narrative is rich with the themes of solidarity, empowerment, and the quest for inclusiveness in education. She opens up about the profound impact of her parents' ...

Desiree King's story is not just about real estate; it's a story of passion and dedication to helping seniors live comfortably in their golden years. As our esteemed guest, Desiree opens up about the nuances of assisting older adults in downsizing and making informed property decisions that resonate with their desire to age in place. Her approach is a heartwarming blend of professional expertise and personal care, deeply informed by her Trinidadian grandmother's migration story and the resili...