Brilliantly Black

"Delivering unforgettable, revenue-hungry video content" for their clients, INDIRAP is the #1 video production and content marketing agency in the Midwest!

Being in business for more than 10 years, founder Julian Tillotson is an all-around media and video content guru. If you are looking to brand your business and take it to the next level, this is a can't miss episode.

INDIRAP Productions is a full service video production and video marketing agency. INDIRAP provides full ideation and content creation of video content that is used in the areas of: marketing, advertising, branding, sales, training, recruitment, internal / external communications, interior / exterior digital signage, and broadcast media.

Lauren Jackson is the founder and owner of Cultivate Your Essence, an all Black and female-staffed mental health organization right here in Chicago!

No matter where you are in your mental health journey, they are here to help. Their practice focuses on helping women everywhere foster a healthy relationship with themselves that improves their overall mental health and wellness through counseling, coaching, and consulting work.

Need some encouragement to get started? Listen as Lauren talks with Jasmine about how her business got started, and how committed she is to help you be your very best self.

What is Melan Mind? A community of Black women supporting other Black women through transformational coaching programs, events, workshops and courses. Harnessing the profound wisdom of mindfulness and holistic living, they empower women of color to make lasting, welcome changes in their lives.

Listen to this enlightening conversation from the founder of Melan Mind Kimberly Peavler, a certified holistic life coach, holistic nurse, and mindfulness practitioner.

Visit her website and learn more here!

Teneka Ware is the CEO of J'Maure Candle Company (founded in 2019), where "you can't buy happiness, but you can buy soy candles...which is kind of the same thing."

Listen as Teneka shares her goals for the future of J'Maure going international, and her tips and tricks for future entreprenuers that are thinking of getting into the special craftsmanship of candle-making. You can shop her all-natural candles, car diffusers, room sprays and more here!

Brothers Keenan and Kameron Cole own the unique and renowned restaurant 'Munchiez', located on Chicago's south side. It is a cereal bar, restaurant, and novelty candy store all-in-one...hungry yet?

Following their mother's (owner of Culture's Closet, featured in episode 23) entrepreneurial footsteps, Keenan and Kameron knew at a young age that they wanted to be successful business owners while making a positive impact on other young people in their community.

If you've ever wondered where the inspiration was born for their fun and tasty concoctions, or how they get through the challenges of being young Black business owners, listen to this episode and take a bite of some knowledge -- then take an actual bite by visiting the Munchiez store at 1803 W 95th Street!

Porchea-Londone Spencer is the creator of Couture Branding Suite where she offers multiple brand building services, including Digital to Personal, or D2P.

Listen as she breaks down the importance of taking your personal brand to the next level, as D2P is for the online success looking to make more personal and tangible connections or impressions. Everything from clothing selection to nailing the elevator pitch to having some form of a business card contributes to showcasing your best self IRL.

Find more information at https://meetporchea.my.canva.site/couture-branding-suite!

Eric Williams has created his own legacy through The Silver Room Chicago, founded in 1997. Located in Hyde Park, The Silver Room's intention is to curate spaces where authenticity and creativity can thrive encouraging the growth of the community, personal expression, and resources. The Silver Room is compassionately known as the intersection of art, community, and culture on Chicago's south side. Since the beginning, it has housed hundreds of artists, fashion designers, musical acts and more.

Eric talks with Jasmine about the origins of The Silver Room, gives advice to future business owners, and talks about the importance of community as he also recently opened the Bronzeville Winery in 2021.

Visit these amazing establishments and find more information at The Silver Room | Art, Culture and Community!

Blair Shawnta' is the founder of My Soul Language Candles! After starting her business in 2019 and blossoming through the pandemic, Blair decided to elevate through relationship building, a strong mentality, and self-esteem. She aims to create a community of customers that can relate to these same values.

Listen as Blair gets real about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and remember her motto: "I pour into you, you pour into others, and we glow and grow together". Shop at Soul Language Candles | The Pouring Company LLC (myslcandles.com)!

Sheena's Scent (and what a lovely scent it is!) was founded by Sheena J. in 2019. She wants to encourage self-care, and guess what? You can make your own spa experience in the comfort of your own home with Sheena's Scent!

At Sheena's Scent, she creates hand-crafted candles that not only smell great, but can 'linger on the italics for hours' after each use. Their hand-poured candles are 100% vegan, all natural and high quality. She offers not just candles, but luxe oils, body scrubs, room sprays and more! Shop with her today at https://sheenasscent.com/!

Nia Simone Epps is the creator and founder of Pretty Prosperity LLC!

At Pretty Prosperity, Nia prides herself on being here to help you develop your business into something bigger than you ever thought possible—something that can reach the right people and inspire them to take action, buy your product or service, and become true fans of your brand. She specializes in business consulting & coaching, business/brand management and social media management.

Ready to take your brand to the next level? Book with https://www.pprosperity.com/!