From growing up as a young black girl in NE Portland to managing billions of dollars with Meyers Memorial Trust. Recorded live at the African American Footwear Forum, Bimma Williams sat down with Rukaiyah Adams to discuss how she pursued a career as a acquisitions lawyer in Silicon Valley and later pivoted into managing investment portfolios driven by her love of math. 

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Host: Bimma Williams
Executive Producer: BJ Frogozo
Producer: Adrian Anaya
Thank You: Oilang Maui &  Kate Williams

After growing up in the projects of Cambridge, MA, it took Darla 9 years to get her degree while balancing a full time job. She has since dedicated her career to being a champion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, partnering with global sportswear brands like Reebok. 

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Host: Bimma Williams
Executive Producer: BJ Frogozo
Producer: Adrian Anaya
Thank You: Oilang Maui &  Kate Williams

Frank is a Creative / Curator in the sportswear industry. He departed from Jordan Brand in 2018. Frank has created quite a name for himself in the industry as someone that truly understands the art of storytelling through sneakers. He’s worked on a number of notable releases, from the Aleali May Air Jordan 6 to the Nigel Sylvester Air Jordan 1. 

Thanks so much for listening to the show this week. Find out more about Frank and get access to all of our episodes on our website at claimastories.com and while you’re there please give us a review. 

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Host: Bimma Williams
Executive Producer: BJ Frogozo
Producer: Adrian Anaya
Thank You: Oilang Maui &  Kate Williams