If I could describe Charmel in one word, it would be confident. I met Charmel almost 6 years ago, when I was attending meetups in the Philadelphia tech community. She’s got a style that’s all her own and isn’t afraid to be herself. It’s incredibly refreshing. As someone who respects individuality, I knew I wanted to host Charmel as a guest on Dreams & a Double-shot and highlight her journey.
Besides her confidence, she’s not afraid to evolve as a person and challenge herself, while still remaining true to herself and her values. From podcasts like Black & Syndicated or Reluctantly Adult, a #foodstagram dedicated to her culinary adventures or launching her own event company, she truly exemplifies what it means to be a multifaceted entrepreneur. We had an awesome conversation and talked about:
-Defining success on your own terms
-Holding true to your own unique vision as an entrepreneur
-Creating space for and leading events for black, brown and indigenous members of the LGBTQIA community
-And being a “Jawn of All Trades,” and infusing your brand with a healthy and hilarious dose of pop culture
Where to find Charmel:
https://www.jawnofalltrades.co
https://www.instagram.com/culinarycyberbully/
Twitter: @themeanblackgirl
Instagram: @TheMeanBlackGrl
https://www.blackandsyndicated.com
http://www.ireluctantlyadult.com
Mentioned in this episode:
http://www.arilennox.com
https://www.hulu.com/series/pen15
https://www.netflix.com/title/80213445