In this premiere episode of The Pitch Black Podcast, host Stephen Green sits down with Ciara Pressler, founder of PREGAME, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the state of Black entrepreneurship, the shifting DEI landscape, and the tangible ways to support Black businesses beyond performative gestures.

From the impact of today’s political climate to the realities Black entrepreneurs face daily, this episode challenges listeners to rethink their role in fostering real equity. Stephen and Ciara break down how money, policy, and action intersect—and why talking about it isn’t enough.

Ciara Pressler is the founder of PREGAME, a company that helps entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives level up their strategy and leadership. With deep experience in branding, business strategy, and coaching, Ciara provides valuable insight into what it really takes to sustain a business in an increasingly unpredictable world.

• Website: https://www.pregamehq.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themayoress/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciarapressler

• Learn more about PREGAME → https://www.pregamehq.com
• Follow Stephen Green → https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG | https://www.instagram.com/pdxstepheng
• Discover Pitch Black → https://www.pitchblack.org

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