A native New Yorker, Marvin Pierre began developing 8 Million Stories during his year as a TNTP Bridge Fellow. Before that, he served as the Assistant Principal at KIPP Polaris Academy for Boys in Houston, Texas. Prior to joining KIPP Polaris, he served as the Dean of Students at Excellence Boys Charter School in Brooklyn, NY. He was an Assistant Dean of Students at Summit Academy Charter School, and has also served as Director of Student Life at Achievement First Endeavor Middle School (Brooklyn, NY). Marvin also worked in the Investment Banking (Municipal Finance Group) at Goldman, Sachs & Co. Marvin holds a bachelor's in Economics from Trinity College (Hartford, CT) and a Masters in Education Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston. He is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and desires to pursue opportunities in community development and co-found a K-8 school for young boys of color in Houston, TX.

In this episode we discuss:

• The intricacies of the school to prison pipeline that affects black and brown children.
• The success Eight Million Stories has received over the past five years.
• Partnering with Holly Charles from Houston Play on Purpose.

Contact Marvin:

• Eight Million Stories Website
• Eight Million Stories Facebook

Check out the play:

• Houston Play on Purpose: Black, White & Sunshine

Contact Michelle:

• Patreon
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Website

Tanida Mullen is the founder of The Savvy Young Professional an online hub that provides leadership and life tips for young professionals.

In this episode we discuss:

• The importance of having a signature event.
• The qualities of a good speaker.
• The best ways to start and grow your speaking career.

Upcoming Event:

360 Speaking Accelerator Workshop

• Date: Saturday, August 3, 2019
• Time: 9am - 1pm
• Location: Killeen Civic & Conference Center

Click here to purchase tickets to event.

Contact Tanida:

• Facebook
• LinkedIn

Contact Michelle:

• Patreon
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Website

"Black, White & Sunshine" is a groundbreaking play exposing the disproportionate number of Black children lost in both the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. Our distinguished partners this year are 8 Million Stories, a uniquely necessary school which disrupts the pipeline to prison for at-risk youth, and Child Advocates of Fort Bend, which provides resources to reunite children with their families.

In this episode we discuss:

• HPOP creative process to create Black, White & Sunshine.
• The power of storytelling through plays.
• The correlation from foster care and the school to prison pipeline.

Houston Play on Purpose is offering six (6) showings, August 1st - August 4th, three of which will feature expert panels and/or a reception. Purchase your tickets for Houston Play On Purpose's, "Black, White & Sunshine" at Houston Play on Purpose. Showing at Midtown Arts & Theater Center (MATCH – 3400 Main) August 1st- 4th, 2019.

In May I had a chance to speak at People Fund's Innovation Week on my 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Personal Brand. I really enjoying sharing this topic with sidepreneurs and business owners.

If you would like for me to come out and share the 7 Steps with your organization send an email to [email protected].

In this episode I discuss:

• Why I believe in a personal brand over a company brand
• What it takes to develop a personal brand
• The quickest way to connect with people on LinkedIn

Upcoming Events:

AAMA - Profitable PR

Contact AAMA:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter

Contact Michelle:

• Patreon
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Website

This may be my first or second time sharing the full details behind the creation of the African-American Marketing Association (AAMA). I start with a phone call in 2013 up to the creative mishaps in 2018 with some of the most popular brands.

Membership - Project 100

$50 for the first 100 members, founding members. Standard annual fee is $150 per year.

• Monthly Trainings
• Personal and Professional Development
• Weekly Newsletter
• Job Postings
• Industry News and Marketing Tips

Contact AAMA:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter

Contact Michelle:

• Patreon
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Website

Hey Good People!

I'm back and I'm better! After a much needed hiatus I decided to turn the microphone on. Join me on this episode as I share with you some of the things I've been working on the first half of the year and upcoming things for 2019.

I started a Patreon page. If you have $2 support the movement. Click here for details.

Contact Michelle:

• Patreon
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Website

In this last episode of Podcast Breakdown, I discuss the direction of the podcast. Overall, I need to take a step back and evaluate a few things as I want to make an effort to gain some new skills.

I didn't mention this in the recording, but I will share a few interviews over the next few weeks.

In this episode I discuss:

• The battle between feeling stagnant and trying to expand.
• Making effort to gain new skills in podcasting.
• The purpose of a guilt-free two month break.

Action Item: It's the end of the year take a breather.

Sponsorship:

• WP Engine (web hosting)
• 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Personal Brand (guide)

Contact Michelle:

• http://michellengome.com
• [email protected]
• https://www.instagram.com/michellengome

In the second part of this episode I share with you some new plans that I am pursuing. My new job at the law firm has allowed me to move forward on a few of my goals. After all, I have to put it out in the universe and see what happens.

In this episode I discuss:

• The reason for accepting the marketing manager role at the law firm.
• Believing now is the time to start the African-American Marketing Association.
• My desire to pursue a terminal degree.

Action Item: Move in spite of.

Sponsorship:

• WP Engine (web hosting)
• 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Personal Brand (guide)

Contact Michelle:

• http://michellengome.com
• [email protected]
• https://www.instagram.com/michellengome

I had to have a breakdown before I could get to the 184th episode. Lawd have mercy. But I made it! I haven't recorded an episode since July.

Lately I've been feeling at a crossroads with my podcast. I share with you some of the challenges I have been faced with and plans to overcome them. This is part one of a three part series as I share with you my life over the past four months and what's next.

In this episode I discuss:

• The challenges of podcasting.
• The reason why I don't like my time wasted.
• Making a decision between two job offers.

Action Item: Have grace for yourself and others.

*Episodes will be released every Wednesday.

Sponsorship:

• WP Engine (web hosting)
• 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Personal Brand (guide)

Contact Michelle:

• http://michellengome.com
• [email protected]
• https://www.instagram.com/michellengome

Ann L. Esters-Stevenson is an Author, Motivator, Influencer, & Servant Leader deemed a "Woman after GOD's own heart" who has an unyielding passion to "Pray it Forward" by pouring into the lives of others. With greater than 25 years' experience in Corporate Leadership encompassing areas of Coaching, Development, Training, & Business Continuous Improvement as a Six Sigma Green Belt, Ann has also served in various leadership capacities at her Church as Coach for a mentoring & discipleship ministry. Deemed a Diversity & Inclusion Leader, she's a true advocate for promoting a more diverse, inclusive, & equitable work environment while acting as liaison between HR – Talent Acquisition Staff & various Employee-Business Resource Groups.

In this episode we discuss:

• The correlation between passion and purpose.
• The characteristics of a good leader.
• Transferable skills in leadership roles between work and community.

Action Item: Believe It. You got to believe it. Speak what you seek until you see what you said.

Contact Ann:

• Website
• Passion For Pouring Facebook Group

Sponsorship:

• WP Engine (web hosting)
• 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Personal Brand (guide)

Contact Michelle:

• http://michellengome.com
• [email protected]
• https://www.instagram.com/michellengome