Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Karla Trotman.

She is the president and CEO of Electro Soft, Incorporated (ESI), an electronics manufacturing and engineering firm in the United States.   She is on the show to discuss many topics, including breaking down barriers for women and minority business owners in manufacturing.  

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1.      Building generational wealth through family businesses

2.      Addressing the racial wealth gap in America

3.      Breaking down barriers for women and minority business owners in manufacturing

4.      Exploring non-traditional career paths in the industry

5.      How policies can support domestic manufacturing pipelines

 She holds a B.S. in Business Logistics from Penn State and an MBA from Drexel University. Her business experience extends to supply chain logistics, purchasing, global scheduling, and e-commerce, where she served in key roles in companies such as Honeywell, Gap, and IKEA.

Trotman welcomed her two sons during her time at IKEA, giving her firsthand experience with the difficulties prenatal and postnatal mothers face in their professional and personal lives. While on maternity leave, she founded the Belly Button Boutique, an online shop for pre- and postnatal women. Over the span of eight years, her business expanded to celebrity and international clientele, earning her features in PEOPLE and on NBC 10, CBS News, HuffPost Live and more.

The success of Belly Button Boutique inspired Trotman to propel ESI, founded by her parents in 1986, even further forward. Over the past 15 years, she served in the roles at ESI as special projects and marketing manager, executive vice president, COO and currently CEO and president. Under her guidance, ESI implemented both online marketing and acquisition strategies, dramatically increasing revenue.

Through her leadership at ESI, Trotman was named an Enterprising Woman of the Year, Transformational Woman in Family Business, Top 25 Leader Transforming Manufacturing, and most recently Entrepreneur of The Year® 2024 Greater Philadelphia Award winner. Trotman recognizes the plights and potential of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and how their power can be used to help close the ever-widening minority wealth gap. Leveraging her connections to funding, access, and networks, she advocates for minority business owners and educates on how investment in minority businesses uplifts minority families and communities.

Trotman is a board member for the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, Museum of the American Revolution, African Women’s Entrepreneurship Collective (AWEC) and Forum of Executive Women Foundation. She is co-chair of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Manufacturing Alliance (SEPMA) and a member of both the Drexel University Board of Governors and President’s Council. She is the author of the soon- to-be-released book, Dark, Dirty, Dangerous: The Vibrant Future of Manufacturing.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ken Harris

He an attorney in Charlotte NC and the CEO of one of the largest certified minority marketers of energy in the US.   RDAF markets and sells natural gas, Power/electricity, liquified natural gas, hydrogen, EV charging, solar, nitrogen and other energy commodities. Our largest suppliers are Chevron, EQT, Berkshire Hathaway Energy (LNG) and Calpine (power). Our largest customers are Shell and US Steel.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill undergrad and law schools. He is a former NBA and NFL agent. And, he has litigated some of the largest cases in Charlotte history.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Josh Jalinski. 

Host of The Financial Quarterback radio show, joins Money Making Conversations Masterclass to discuss financial security, Social Security misconceptions, inflation, compound interest, and health insurance. Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s top financial security professionals, he provides expert insights into wealth-building strategies.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Social Security & Retirement Myths

   • Many Americans mistakenly believe Social Security alone will provide a comfortable retirement.
   • Josh explains how previous generations lived on Social Security because they had paid-off homes and lower living expenses, but today’s economic climate makes that unrealistic.

2. Inflation & Its Effects

   • Inflation occurs when too much money chases too few goods, causing price increases.
   • Covid stimulus packages contributed to rising costs as large amounts of money entered circulation.
   • Everyday consumers feel inflation in higher grocery prices, shrinking product sizes (shrinkflation), and increased gas costs.

3. Understanding Compound Interest

   • Compound interest is a powerful wealth-building tool that allows money to grow exponentially over time.
   • Many financial advisors focus on stocks and investments but fail to educate clients on the importance of long-term compounding without interruptions.
   • Josh emphasizes the Rule of 72, explaining how money doubles based on the interest rate earned.

4. Choosing the Right Financial Advisor

   • A strong advisor should educate clients on key financial principles, not just offer investment options like conservative, moderate, or aggressive portfolios.
   • The real key to wealth is understanding compounding and ensuring investments grow steadily over time.

5. Health Insurance Challenges

   • Rising health insurance costs are forcing companies to drop coverage and restructure their plans.
   • Josh suggests a two-tier system where private insurers handle healthy individuals while the government provides expanded Medicaid for those with higher risks.

📘 Resources & Contact Information
Josh Jalinski’s financial insights are available via:
🔗 Podcast: The Financial Quarterback (Spotify)
🔗 Website: FinancialQuarterback.com

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cicone Prince. 

A motivational speaker and personal development coach discusses his journey from working in 3D animation to finding his true calling in motivational speaking. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's value and purpose, encouraging people to tap into their passions and gifts to make a positive difference in the world.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Finding Purpose Through Self-Discovery

   • Prince believes many individuals fail to recognize their inherent worth.
   • His philosophy, Making Motivation Personal, introduces people to themselves, helping them uncover their true potential.

2. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

   • He discusses how childhood experiences shape negative behaviors.
   • His book, Heal: Help Elevate and Learn, focuses on addressing past traumas to rewire unhealthy patterns.

3. Personal Accountability & Growth

   • Prince stresses that motivation must come from within, while inspiration can come externally.
   • He encourages self-reflection and accountability to break cycles and achieve success.

4. Leadership & Productivity Strategies

   • His approach helps individuals and organizations improve behavior, performance, and productivity.
   • He specializes in real-world business leadership and personal accountability.

📘 About Cicone Prince
Cicone Prince is the CEO of CiconePrince.com, where his slogan is Making Motivation Personal by Introducing You to Yourself™. With a background in electronic engineering, he uses engaging stories and illustrations to inspire audiences. His work focuses on personal development, leadership, and helping people overcome fears to reach their full potential.

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Steve Harvey & the crew play a round of Would You Rather.

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Our Chief Love Officer, Steve Harvey has advice for...

• Sharice in Franklinton – I moved my mother in with me after we found out my dad has a side chick. I made the decision for her, and my dad won’t speak to me. He wants mom to come back to their house. Am I supposed to let her go back to his cheating ass?

• Winston in Auburn – I told my wife that I was going upstairs to call my boss back. Minutes later, I could see my wife’s shadow in the hallway. I told my wife that I didn’t appreciate her eavesdropping. This is a constant issue. Why be honest if she doesn’t trust me?

• Kim in Detroit – My husband’s ex-wife and I are old friends. They got married and divorced after having 2 kids. Then he and I fell in love and got married. We got her blessing, but it bothers me that she still calls herself the ‘first wife’ and she calls him ‘baby daddy.’

• Barbara in Tucson – I’m married to an older black man and he’s a very opinionated man and he’s getting more and more racist with all that’s going on in politics. I’m German and we’ve been married 18 years. Should I tell him that he’s making me uncomfortable?

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Elon Musk will be ending his time with the Department Of Government Efficiency. 

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In Entertainment News, Cassie Ventura and her husband welcomed their 3rd child Wednesday… And President Trump attempted to pardon gang co-founder, Larry Hoover, but he won’t be leaving prison. We’ll tell you why… Also, Diddy has reportedly made $4 mill while he’s in jail. We’ll tell you how.

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Steve Harvey has advice for...

• Safronia in Pelham: I am the mom and the dad in our household. Something has to give. I do all of the running around for school and now I’m going to have to find something to do with the kids for the summer. My husband comes home, grabs a beer and hits the recliner. He thinks that it’s cool because he pays for all of the activities but I have a full-time job too. I’m also expected to have sex and look cute all the time while he and his beer belly live their best lives. How do I get him to be a daddy and not just a sponsor? How do I get his attention?

• Dee in Indianapolis: My girlfriend and I finally had sex and she said it’s not something that she wants to do often. I thought I had done something wrong and she said that it was a great experience, but I’m almost too big for her. I told her the best way to get used to it, is to keep trying it out. She doesn’t see things my way so now we’re back to not having sex. Is there a better approach I can take to get her be intimate?

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Roscoe Wallace has a few things to say about Lifetime Achievement Awards. 

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