In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with Felecia Graham, the owner of Essence Of A Goddess LLC. Felecia talks through her process of creating body butters, more about being a doula, and advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Essence Of A Goddess LLC on Instagram at instagram.com/essenceofagoddessllc/, Facebook at facebook.com/EssenceOfAGoddess and check out her Etsy shop at etsy.com/shop/EssenceOfAGoddessLLC! Also, join her VIP Facebook group at Essence Of A Goddess VIP | Facebook!

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with Keyunna, the owner of Shoebox by Ki. Keyunna discusses styling her coworkers, the amazing clothing pieces she sells, advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Shoebox by Ki on Instagram at instagram.com/shoeboxbyki, and check out their website at shoeboxbyki.com! Also, don't forget to check out their pop-up at My People's Market from August 6th through 8th! Find more information at mypeoplesmarket.com! 

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Michelle, the owner and founder of Third Eye Books, Accessories, and Gifts. Michelle talks about Oregon's racist past and its effect on the present, inspirational advice for young entrepreneurs, and much more! Make sure to follow Third Eye B.A.G on Instagram at instagram.com/thirdeyebag/, Facebook at facebook.com/thirdeyebag/, and check out their website at thirdeyebag.com/! Also, don't forget to check out their brick and mortar store on Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10am to 6pm, at 2518 SE 33rd Avenue! Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast!

In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks to Pilar, the owner and founder of How Sweet It Is. Pilar describes how sweet treats can carry memories, finding a community of other BIPOC owned businesses, and much more! Make sure to follow How Sweet It Is on Instagram at instagram.com/howsweetitispdx/, and on Facebook at facebook.com/howsweetitispdx/! Also, don't forget to check out their website at howsweetitispdx.com/ to order some treats for yourself or a loved one! 

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri chats with Darius, the owner of People of Color Clothing. Darius discusses diversity within the BIPOC community, the powerful story behind his "Immigration is Beautiful" shirt, and much more! Make sure to follow People of Color Clothing on Instagram at instagram.com/peopleofcolourclothing/, Facebook at facebook.com/peopleofcolourclothing/?modal=admin_todo_tour, Twitter at twitter.com/POCClothing and check out their website at peopleofcolourclothing.com/! Also make sure to listen to Darius' new podcast, Color Reimagined, at open.spotify.com/show/7zVk98FLn6cBJFzvgsHxRD. Know any BIPOC-owned businesses in the PDX area? Drop us a voice message at https://anchor.fm/youthventure-team/message and maybe we'll feature them on the podcast!

Welcome back to season 2 of PDX Business Spotlight! In the first episode of this new season, Gauri chats with Ola, the owner and founder of Flourish Spices and African Food. Ola describes what inspired her to create her business, mouth-watering African dishes, inspiration for young entrepreneurs, and more! Make sure to follow Flourish Spices and African Food on Instagram at instagram.com/flourishspicesandafricanfood, Facebook at facebook.com/Flourish-Spices-and-African-Food-174601959299942/?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX and check out their website at flourishafricanmart.com! 

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri talks with David, the owner and founder of HAB Sauce. David discusses learning to be confident, the inspiration for the amazing flavors in his sauces, how his family has impacted his business, and more! Make sure to follow HAB Sauce on Instagram at www.instagram.com/habsauce/ and check out their website at habsauces.com/! 

Are you a self motivated person who is looking for part time work, 1-3 days a week, starting this summer? Send your resume or 2-3 paragraphs about yourself and why you would be a great fit at HAB Sauce. If you are interested in an amazing summer job, you can email David at [email protected]. 

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Palani, the owner and founder of No End Of. Palani discusses the inspiration for her beautiful clothing pieces, working with other indigenous artists and nonprofits, how she is turned her disadvantages into advantages, making the switch to online sales during the pandemic, and much more! Make sure to follow No End Of on Instagram at www.instagram.com/noendofdesigns/, Facebook at www.facebook.com/ugmedia and check out their website at noendofclothing.com/! Check out NEO and other amazing small businesses at The Market By Produce event this weekend from 12pm-6pm at 140 NW 4th Avenue, Portland, Oregon! And don't forget to check out Palani's recommended Indigenous artists and businesses at www.instagram.com/xiuhtezcatl/ and www.instagram.com/drb_collections/! 

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In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Gauri talks with Nong, the owner and founder of Nong's Khao Mang Gai. Nong discusses how she came to the US from Thailand, getting away from her abusive father, how she turned her disadvantages into advantages, and much more! Make sure to follow Nong's Khao Man Gai on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nongskhaomangai/, Facebook at www.facebook.com/nongskhaomangai/ and check out their website at khaomangai.com/! And don't forget to listen to Nong's podcast at www.ridingtiger.com/ and subscribe to her YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/channel/UC-OAs67d1sfxtZTjpFHVV_Q! 

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In this episode of PDX Business Spotlight, Gauri sits down with Jasmine, the creator and founder of Essance Skincare. Gauri and Jasmine discuss starting a business from scratch, tailoring her products to her customers' needs, using sustainable, fair trade ingredients, and more! Make sure to follow Essance Skincare on Instagram at www.instagram.com/essance.skincare/ and check out their website at https://essanceskincare.com/! And if you're listening to this on Earth Day, use code ESSANCESHOP20 for 20% off your order! 

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