In this episode of Protect Black Women, we have a conversation with Valerie Wade. She is the owner of Lynnfield Historical Consulting, where she uses her expertise as a public historian and certified archivist to assist educators, creatives, and everyday people with history-related projects. She earned her B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, where she was a John B. Ervin Scholar and a Mellon Mays Undergraduate Research Fellow. She went on to study United States History at the graduate level at Duke University, where she earned her MA. Valerie is passionate about helping people connect with their historical legacies. For more information about Valerie's work, visit www.lynnfieldhistorical.com.

In this episode we discuss:

• Define and discuss intersectionality and how it affects Black women today.
• Why are Black women ignored in history?
• Do we lack outrage when it comes to Black women dying to police brutality and other acts of violence?

Sponsors: 

• Interserver – web hosting

Contact Valerie:

• Lynnfield Historical Consulting

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

In January 2018, Seun and Omonye Phillips started My Dream BIG Club (MyDBC). MyDBC is a diverse community that leverages one another to dream BIG.  MyDBC organizes events focused around self-growth, empowerment, volunteering, networking, and staying active. MyDBC has become a hub for diverse professionals to grow and develop.

​In this episode we discuss:

• The origin story of My Dream BIG Club.
• The importance of accountability and community for personal and professional development.
• Steps on how to start or pivot your business during a pandemic.

Sponsors: 

• Interserver – web hosting

Contact Seun:

• My Dream BIG Club
• Podcast: Listen to My Dream BIG Club

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Wilson is a content creator. I first came across him on the YouTube show The Grapevine, discussing hot cultural topics. I was blown away by this brother's knowledge and delivery. Then he mentioned from Cameroon! It was only right that I reached out to him to be on the series. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

In this episode we discuss:

• What are the issues between Africans and African-Americans?
• With so many cultures within the diaspora, is it possible for us to unite?
• How migration is changing African society?
• Where do the 2nd and 3rd generations fit in?
• Should Africans or first-generation be included in reparations?

Contact Wilson:

• Instagram
• Gari & Peanuts

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Mo Shabazz has a degree in Marketing from Howard University allowed me the opportunity to land an account manager position at Burrell Advertising in Chicago where I was able to gain priceless experience as a brand manager for Verizon, Toyota, Lexus and a variety of products under the Proctor and Gamble portfolio. That inspiration and like-mindedness led to the opportunity to work with startups like Upswing and manage brands like ATXinColor and DivInc; increasing the equity of each and thus allowing us to reach elevated heights.

In this episode we discuss:

1. What are some of the gaps in the tech space that you have seen?
2. How did DivInc begin and the purpose?
3. How can non-tech people get involved in the startup space?
4. How would you explain to our white peers the significance of the organization?

Contact DivInc:

• DivInc.org

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Felicia Enuha is a budding Podcaster, serving Executive Producer and Host of the Trill MBA Show- The Career Management Podcast For Black Women. As the Trillest MBA, you will ever know, Felicia’s goal is to help people survive and thrive in corporate America with her uniquely frank and honest humor.

By day, Felicia is a marketing professional who works in the consumer packaged goods industry. She holds a BA Degree in Liberal Arts from The University of Texas at Austin, and an MBA degree from Indiana University, Kelley School of Business, where she was a Consortium for Graduate Study in Management Fellow.  In addition to podcasting and marketing, the National Black MBA Association Lifetime member also provides Career Coaching and Interview Preparation services.

Felicia is extremely passionate about creating opportunities in Corporate America for underrepresented minorities. She expresses her passion by helping current and future MBAs create their dream careers. Hailing from the small city of Victoria, Texas, Felicia firmly believes life is not about where you start.

In this episode we discuss:

• Navigating corporate America as a Black woman.
• What kind of internal conversations need to happen internally before delivering a message to black people and other minorities?
• Why is silence a problem?
• What are some instructions we can share with our white counterparts?
• How can black employees hold their company accountable?

Contact Felicia:

• Trill MBA

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Paris Tyler is an award-winning PR and communications specialist with more than 13 years of industry experience, lending my expertise to some of the country's most recognized consumer brands and campaigns including got milk?, McDonald’s, ConAgra Foods, CIROC Vodka, Bad Boy Entertainment, and Intel Security.

As the founder of Vibrant Communications, she's committed to helping businesses create dynamic narratives that speak to every consumer while impacting culture. From producing an epic launch event to securing coverage of a new partnership, Paris helps clients take risks through big ideas that will push the envelope and garner results. 

In this episode we discuss:

• Why is the black dollar important to these corporations?
• What is multi-cultural marketing?
• Compare and contrast the conversation about marketing to the black community before the current climate. 
• How should we make decisions when it comes to spending our money?

Contact Paris:

• Vibrant Communications
• IG: Vibrant Communications

Sponsors: 

• Market My Market
• Interserver – web hosting

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Kaleb Elijah is the owner of Lake & Prosper, a customized jewelry line. 

In this episode we discuss:

• Kaleb’s story
• Why do black people disregard transgender individuals?
• Is transphobia a part of white supremacy?  If so, are black people adding to the problem?
• What are some issues that trans people are fighting for?
• How can we support the trans community?

Contact Kaleb Elijah:

• Lake & Prosper
• Instagram 
• Facebook

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Meet Ewune Ewane, founder of Minds Over Melanin, an online mental health community for persons of the African Diaspora and non-Western ethnic cultures.

Over the past 10+ years, she has studied psychological experiences and health disparities within minority populations, most specifically the African Diaspora and LatinX communities as a health disparities researcher. In addition, she has provided psychological services within various systems (e.g. educational, health, judicial) to minority and systemically marginalized populations as a Licensed Psychological Associate in Texas.

It is her call to action to address social injustice within psychology to create culturally competent psychological care for and destigmatize mental health treatment within minority populations.

On a personal note, Ewune is a proud Houston native of Cameroonian descent. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, experiencing new cultures, and attending professional sporting events.

In this episode we discuss:

• The rise of health disparities since COVID-19.
• Defining racial trauma along with the impact on the Black community.
• The 5 Stages of Grief in correlation to racial trauma.
• Pursuing the possibility of social cohesiveness.

Contact Ewune:

• Minds Over Melanin
• Instagram
• Twitter

Sponsors: 

• African-American Marketing Association
• Interserver – web hosting

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

Edidiong “E.CHRYS” Obot“ is a proud first-generation Nigerian–American with strong cultural ties that impact her community and influences cultural awareness. She currently hosts/produces 2 local TV shows, “It’s Our Time Talk Show” and  “Fresh Perspective” Talk Show, that televises young professionals from the African Diaspora and focuses on bridging the gap between Africans and African-Americans through resources, education, etc. Edidiong not only educates and empowers the community but she also promotes culture and strives to be “The Voice of Professionals in the African Diaspora”. 

In this episode we discuss:

• What are the issues between Africans and African-Americans?
• Is it possible for the diaspora to thoroughly unite?
• Understanding how to maximize your influence, leadership, and platform.

Contact E. Chrys

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram

Sponsors: 

• Businesshype.co - An upcoming business website looking for guest posts/writers. For inquiries send an email [email protected]. 
• Interserver - web hosting
• Organized Shift
• Market My Market

Contact Michelle:

• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome

During these troublesome times for the black community, I decided to bring back Perspective of Black Lives (PoBL) for ten episodes. PoBL is centered around stories of black people sharing their personal stories and perspectives on current events. We will be discussing current events, COVID-19, racial trauma, African diaspora, economic development, trans lives, and a lot more. Listen up, tell a friend, and provide feedback. 

In this episode I rant on my feelings towards:

• The relevancy of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. speeches from 60 years ago.
• Police brutality/shootings towards black men and women.
• Creating practical black businesses to create a thriving community.
• Shifting our mindset to buy black.
• The emotional week I had at work. 

Recent Names of Black Lives Lost:

• Botham Jean 
• Atatiana Jefferson
• Eric Reason 
• Dominique Clayton 
• Breonna Taylor 
• George Floyd 

Resources:

• Malcolm X’s Fiery Speech Addressing Police Brutality
• NPR: A Decade of Watching Black People Die
• African-American Marketing Association

Sponsors: 

• Businesshype.co - An upcoming business website looking for guest posts/writers. For inquires send an email [email protected].
• Interserver - web hosting

Contact Michelle:

• Website: Michelle Ngome
• Website: African-American Marketing Association
• Instagram: @AAMAHouston
• Instagram: @MichelleNgome
• Donations: Cash app $mngome25 or paypal.me/MichelleNgome