Mani Hairston is a strategy consultant at Open, which helps small businesses land in big boxes. Her journey as an entrepreneur has introduced her to other small businesses looking to follow in the same path. She co-founded a food manufacturing company and grew the brand into a regional distribution within the first year of operations.In this episode, Mani talks about growing up in a refugee camp, finding success in food industry and her desire to support minority group entrepreneurs.Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/supportFollow The Afflatus:www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Mani:https://www.linkedin.com/in/manihairston/--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support