On The Pass

58. Nina Oduro: Amplifying The African Diaspora


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The journey of an entrepreneur is often layered with numerous challenges and setbacks. It requires a certain level of determination, sacrifice, willingness to learn, and getting used to hearing alot of no's. Layering on the challenges Black women face in our society adds another element of difficulty. Our next guest speaks to her own entrepreneurial journey as a Black woman, the hurdles she has faced, and her beautiful breakthroughs.

Nina Oduro is an entrepreneur, host, social justice warrior, and Chief Enjoyment Officer, as she proclaims on her Instagram. She is the CEO and Co-founder of Dine Diaspora, an agency connecting people and brands to African food culture through experiential marketing and branding services. She's also Co-founder of Black Women in Food, an initiative she launched in 2018 that, "identifies, amplifies, and supports Black women in the food and beverage industry."

Nina was born in Ghana, West Africa and was raised in the United States. Her mission is to create a more equitable food system through initiatives that center the African diaspora. She has been recognized by numerous organizations for her work, and her writing has been featured in Black Enterprise Magazine, Cuisine Noir Magazine, and Fields Magazine.

Nina discusses her journey as an entrepreneur into the culinary industry and the many challenges she's faced. She also touches on the impact and incredible programming she and her co-founders are developing to advance Black creatives and their work, as well as contribute to a more equitable and sustainable food system. Listen now to this inspiring, informative, and fun conversation as Nina takes us through her entrepreneurial journey.

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