Streamin' With a Purpose

In this episode, Meet Renee Ventrice. Renee is the #1 Amazon best selling author of POUR Relationship Choices, a US Navy veteran, Sommelier and co-founder of an award winning winery and brewery tour company, which she sold for profit in December 2023.

Renee is a successful Community Connection Marketing Strategist and the winner of multiple leadership and tourism awards including Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) of the Year, National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Rising Star Entrepreneur, and CEO of Excellence from CEO Review. She was awarded Meta's inaugural Digital Innovator award in 2021, and her Facebook for Business Spotlight went viral in 2020 with over 18M views.

Today, Renee shares what she feels made her purpose journey such a success and enlightens us on what a true purpose journey looks like. So, kick back, grab your favorite beverage, and take a listen because this one is going to be good.

In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, meet Erin Duffy. Erin Duffy is an Executive Stage Presence Coach with over 30 years of experience in creative agency leadership and the performing arts. Erin specializes in empowering business leaders and entrepreneurs to shine authentically in the spotlight, whether on stage, in meetings, or during public engagements.

Through her unique coaching approach, Erin breaks down the elements of charisma, personal brand, and stage confidence, guiding her clients to connect with their true selves and project their best selves outwardly. Her clients learn to harness the power of personal storytelling, which not only enhances their executive presence but also fosters deeper connections with their audiences. Erin's transformative coaching programs enable individuals to elevate their stage presence, boost their confidence, and create a lasting impact.

In this episode of Streamin' with a Purpose, meet Tiffany Alexander. Tiffany embarked on her real estate investing journey in 2006 and has since employed a wide range of strategies, including short sales, tax liens, and flipping multi-family properties. However, over the past 7 years, Tiffany's focus has shifted primarily to promissory note investing.

Tiffany specializes in buying notes as investments and employing specialized investment strategies to maximize gains for herself and her clients. She has assisted more than 1,000 people in the real estate field to identify and achieve their investment objectives through real estate and note investing.

Tiffany is a devoted wife and mother who never stops working. She has been married to John since 2013 and is blessed with two lively daughters who keep the household buzzing. Tiffany and John aspire to raise their daughters to be impactful adults who contribute positively to society.

On today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, meet Mr. Russell McKoy, Jr. Russell is a native of Virginia, who initially struggled to find his purpose. Pulling from the pain of his younger years, Russell is now on a path of purpose. As a young child with a learning disability, he endured a lot and was even told by school officials that he would not make it academically beyond high school. Russell graduated with honors and was determined to dispel the negativity spoken to him. 

Today, Russell is a leader in the health field changing lives one person at a time. As a health entrepreneur, he is a leader in the LoveBiome company. LoveBiome focuses on strengthening and sustaining your microbiome. The microbiome is the center of health; it's your gut. The microbiome is connected to every function and system of the body, and LoveBiome has developed a formula for complete microbiome health. LoveBiome's approach to product creation is simple: embrace the power of plants through innovative products that combine nature's curative properties with advances in scientific knowledge.

With heart disease, cancer, misdiagnosis, and diabetes being the top causes of death, LoveBiome is revolutionizing how to stay well. Russell is one of the top leaders in the company and has already helped hundreds of individuals change their lives for the better and live a better life - in the best of health.

Take a listen to today's episode and learn more about the product that can change everything about your health.

Today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose is a lesson in Black history with Linda Thomas.

Linda Thomas is a community volunteer, activist, and civil rights advocate. She is the first African American to serve as President of the Library Board in her community, and she was elected to five consecutive terms. Under her leadership, was the development of a $1.5M building plan for a new library.

As an advocate for students in the public school system, she developed and implemented an African American Studies course in her local high school. She’s been active in her local NAACP for more than 30 years, and has served as Education Committee chairperson, Vice President, and President.

Linda served on the State Conference Executive Committee twice and is the only person who was twice elected as the State President of the Virginia NAACP by unanimous vote. She served three terms as the President. In 2013, Linda was elected to serve as Secretary of the Virginia State Conference NAACP, and in 2014, she was hired to serve as the state NAACP Director of Administration.

Linda continues to serve the Executive Committee as the Chair of the State Police Chiefs and Sheriffs from across the Commonwealth.  Linda is an author, a dynamic speaker, and a resident of my hometown in the great state of Virginia.Linda is not afraid to break down barriers as she unabashedly provides the history lesson we need for a time such as this, and gives us practical strategies to stay engaged in the struggle that has never really ended.

In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, meet Tiffani Douglas. Tiffani is a freelance Senior Beauty, Health & Wellness Copywriter, Esthetician, Nail Technician, and accomplished author. With a B.A. in Journalism and 30 years of experience in the beauty business, Tiffani brings a unique perspective to her writing that intertwines her industry expertise with creativity.

Tiffani shared her extensive knowledge as a contributing author to the Milady Nail Technology, 8th Edition textbook, and served on the Colibri Healthcare Cosmetology Board. She has also developed marketing and educational content for global beauty brands, established trade publications, and top beauty education companies and associations.

In this episode, Tiffani talks about the connections she's made through Black businesses, how crucial it is for African Americans to start their own businesses, and have multiple streams of income.

To learn more about Tiffani's services, connect with her through her website at https://www.tiffanidouglas.com/ or by email at [email protected].

In today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose meet Ral West.

Ral West is the founder of Ral West Livin’ the Dream and the creator of a course for entrepreneurs, “Overcome Overwhelm: Create a Smooth Running Business with Less Stress.”  Ral is not your average entrepreneur; she is a seasoned professional who has been a business owner and manager for over 40 years. 

Ral has invaluable experience in scaling businesses and mastering the art of effective systemization. Ral honed her business acumen with real life experience. She is a master at the practical implementation of business theories to create effective processes that transform businesses and multiply success.

Respected in both the tourism industry and multifamily real estate circles, Ral is recognized for founding successful businesses, authoring courses, and contributing to various boards, while also being a philanthropist and dynamic speaker.  

In this episode, learn about her course, and get a free download to the six essential secrets to business success. More information can be found on her website:  www.ralwest.com

In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking with Dr. Matisa Wilbon. Dr. Wilbon is a consultant and TEDx speaker who uses her 20 years as a sociologist and equity and impact strategist to help institutions understand the power of equity.

Dr. Wilbon earned her B.A. in Anthropology/Sociology from Centre College in Kentucky. She received her Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Sociology from The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH.

Formerly a tenured associate professor, she taught university courses centered Leadership, Race and Ethnicity and Structural Inequality. Dr. Wilbon has a unique way of communicating her scholarship practically to her audiences.

Dr. Wilbon is the CEO of Wilbon Enterprises (WE), a consulting firm specializing in Equity, Inclusion and Impact strategic planning and training for universities, organizations and non-profits across the country. She consults, customizes and implements equity and impact plans that move organizations from awareness to action

to impact.

Dr. Wilbon creates inspiring and transformational learning experiences that develops transformational and inclusive leadership and behavior change through trainings,

facilitated conversations, and coaching. She understands that true leadership is about seeing our differences as strengths and leveraging the wisdom within our personal

stories as a guide to lead with authenticity and trust.

As a researcher, Dr. Wilbon uses data and best practices to help individuals build a unique practice of leadership and to empower organizations to become more equitable

and inclusive. As a speaker, she utilizes practices to help leaders develop their skills based on the values and insights within their own stories. This approach incorporates inclusion and equity strategies, storytelling techniques, and emotional intelligence to assist leaders in setting groundbreaking goals and cultivating conscious communication habits, fostering deeper trust and innovation in their relationships.

Dr. Wilbon is a sought-after speaker. Her most recent talk entitled, “Good Grief” has garnered thousands of views. It highlights the idea that many circumstances in life bring

grief but that grief can be a gift. In short, there is good in grief. Her second TEDx talk, “The Power of Everyday Equity” will be released in the fall of 2024.

Dr. Wilbon is also an empowerment speaker. She travels extensively speaking for corporations, non-profits, college campuses and leadership groups across the country.

To connect with Dr. Wilbon, you can email her at [email protected]

In this episode of House of Sharkes, you'll get an inside look about the series and what it takes to become a professional actor.

If you're a fan of House of Sharkes, you'll want to meet some of the actors portraying some of your favorite characters. Hear from cast of Season 1 and upcoming Season 2.

Wain Jenkins, Antwon Fuller, Leslie Barnett, and Loretta Burnette will share their thoughts about the series, and special memories from one of our favorite actors, Alicia White-Foxx.

They'll also provide professional insight into the acting business. From singing to stage plays, to the Wire on HBO and For My Man on TV1, these artists have more than 20 years of professionalism in this business.

If you're aspiring to be an actor, or a fan of House of Sharkes, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Tiera Byrd is a money coach and founder of Forever Frugal 2. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Minor in Psychology.

Tiera has always loved all things money and how it plays an important role in our mindset.  In 2014, she created Forever Frugal 2 with the simple idea of sharing money tips and tricks with any and everyone. The goal of FF2 is to empower individuals to shift their mindset by saving more and spending less to take more control of their money. 

Tiera has successfully planned and executed her dream wedding debt-free, saved $10,000 consecutively for three years, and created a sustainable 9-month emergency fund.

You can connect with Tiera on Facebook and Instagram using the ForeverFrugal2 handle, or email her at [email protected].

You can also learn more about her events and reach out to her through her website at foreverfrugal2.com.