Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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

Purpose of the Interview

The interview aimed to:

• Highlight Ryan Wilson’s entrepreneurial journey as co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot (TGS).
• Showcase how TGS fosters collaboration, networking, and empowerment for African Americans and minorities.
• Discuss business growth strategies, fintech integration, and community building.
• Promote the Atlanta Business League’s 90th anniversary and its role in supporting Black-owned businesses.

Key Takeaways

1. Vision and Persistence

   • TGS was conceptualized in 2013 and launched in 2016 after years of planning.
   • Ryan faced 97 rejections before securing the first investor for \$3M in funding.
   • Quote: “We really were seeing something that the market couldn’t see.”

2. Atlanta as the Hub

   • Chose Atlanta for its culture, leadership, and creative ecosystem.
   • Quote: “Atlanta is an incredibly special place… what we export more than anything else is our culture.”

3. Community and Networking

   • TGS offers event spaces, dining, and workspaces designed to celebrate Black culture.
   • Membership spans ages 21 to 91, emphasizing connection across industries.
   • Quote: “My job each and every day is to try to figure out how to introduce people that ordinarily would not have met one another.”

4. Fintech and Financial Empowerment

   • TGS integrates financial technology solutions to improve community financial health.
   • Quote: “We realized that we didn’t actually have the tool… we could talk about money, but we needed the ability to bank and provide resources.”

5. Atlanta Business League Leadership

   • Ryan serves as Chair of ABL, advocating for Black-owned businesses.
   • Focus on growth, partnerships, and practical advice through programs and panels.
   • Quote: “Do you really want to win or look good losing?” (on DEI challenges)

6. Expansion

   • Physical locations: Atlanta, Washington D.C., Los Angeles.
   • Connected cities: New York, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Charlotte.

Notable Quotes

• “I didn’t want to have any regrets about not trying.”
• “We need to have a place where we feel comfortable.”
• “It’s in everybody’s interest that Black-owned businesses grow and scale.”

#BEST

#SHMS

#STRAW

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

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To highlight Keanna Sanders’ entrepreneurial journey from fashion merchandising to founding Sandbridge Early Learning Center, a network of childcare facilities in Maryland. The interview explores her motivations, challenges, and vision for empowering families and communities through early childhood education.

🧭 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Inspiration & Passion for Children

• Keanna’s love for children began at age 13, helping her grandmother care for infants and toddlers.
• Quote:

“I was always around children… babysitting cousins, neighbors, and helping my grandmother with single moms’ kids.”

2. Education & Certifications

• Studied Fashion Merchandising at University of Maryland Eastern Shore and Fashion Institute of Technology.
• Earned childcare certifications (e.g., 45-hour and 90-hour credentials) to qualify as a teacher in Maryland.
• Quote:

“I went and got my certifications in childcare so I could make a little extra money.”

3. Entrepreneurial Drive

• Keanna always knew she wanted to be her own boss, even before understanding what entrepreneurship meant.
• Quote:

“I didn’t want to work a 9 to 5. I wanted to travel and make my own schedule.”

4. Serial Entrepreneurship

• Owned a car dealership called Trendy Motors before launching Sandbridge.
• Used profits from car sales and a bank loan to fund her childcare business.
• Quote:

“I sold my first car and said, ‘I’m going to start a car business.’ That success helped me launch Sandbridge.”

5. Founding Sandbridge Early Learning Center

• The name “Sandbridge” combines her last name (Sanders) with the concept of “bridging the gap” between parents and children.
• Quote:

“Sandbridge means bridging the gap between parents and kids.”

6. Curriculum & Learning Philosophy

• Uses Frog Street Curriculum for infants to age 5.
• Employs certified public school teachers through grants to prepare children for elementary school.
• Quote:

“We want children to be ready for school. We teach through themes, tummy time, reading, and physical activities.”

7. Family Engagement & Community Impact

• Hosts family nights, festivals, and educational field trips.
• Offers financial support, discounts, and free meals to families in need.
• Quote:

“We go above and beyond… sometimes I waive fees or help with scholarship applications.”

8. Franchise Vision & Branding

• Plans to franchise Sandbridge nationally with consistent branding across locations.
• Quote:

“I want every Sandbridge to look the same—like Chick-fil-A or Walgreens.”

9. Overcoming Bias & Embracing Identity

• Initially hid her ownership due to fear of bias but later embraced her identity and impact.
• Quote:

“You didn’t work this hard not to be recognized. People deserve to know who you are.”

10. Faith, Risk-Taking & Advice

• Attributes her success to faith, persistence, and taking risks.
• Quote:

“Out of ten no’s, you’ll get one yes. Be consistent, be persistent, and lean on God.”

📍 Current Status

• Operates six locations in Maryland: three full sites and three before/after care programs.
• Serves nearly 400 children.
• Actively working on franchising the business.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley.

Founder of The Playbook.  Here’s a breakdown of the key topics and highlights:

Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Playbook’s Mission & Innovation

   • Dr. Mosley introduces The Playbook, an award-winning mental health performance sports tech company.
   • The platform measures stress, well-being, and resilience, providing athletes with data-driven insights to improve performance.

2. Mental Health & Performance Tracking

   • The Playbook uses gamified psych assessments to quantify mental health metrics like resilience and stress.
   • It provides trackable wellness solutions for sports organizations, helping teams gain a competitive advantage.

3. Scaling Mental Health Support in Sports

   • Dr. Mosley discusses the challenges of scaling mental health resources, especially post-COVID.
   • She emphasizes the importance of AI and machine learning in making mental health measurable and actionable.

4. Privacy & Athlete Trust

   • The Playbook is HIPAA-compliant, ensuring privacy and restricted access to athlete data.
   • It was developed with input from thousands of athletes, making it a trusted tool in the sports ecosystem.

5. Expanding Beyond Sports

   • While The Playbook is designed for athletes, Dr. Mosley acknowledges its potential in corporate and medical spaces.
   • She highlights interest from industries like construction, healthcare, and military operations.

About Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley & The Playbook

Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley is a consulting psychologist who has worked with elite sports organizations, including the NBA, NFL, NCAA, and U.S. Air Force. She founded The Playbook to bridge the gap between mental health and athletic performance, ensuring that mental wellness is prioritized alongside physical training. Her work is revolutionizing how teams and athletes approach mental health, making it quantifiable, trackable, and actionable.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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