Before her passing, Ms. Camilla Greene wanted her story to be told.I had the honor of sitting down with her for The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast and giving her the space to tell a piece of that story in her own words.Camilla Greene was an educator, equity facilitator, consultant, community elder, and lifelong learner whose work spanned decades. From growing up in Brooklyn surrounded by Black excellence, to her experiences as a pioneering Black student, to becoming an educator and working nationally on school reform and educational equity, her life was rooted in learning, questioning systems, building community, and challenging people to see perspectives beyond their own.In this conversation, Ms. Camilla reflects on:• Growing up in Brooklyn and being surrounded by Black excellence• Her family’s connection to education, faith, community, and public service• Becoming an educator and her philosophy that teachers must first know their students• Her experiences with Brooklyn Friends School and Quaker education• Working with educators and school-reform initiatives across the country• Race, equity, public education, and institutional change• Why she embraced hip-hop and listened to younger generations• Moving to the Lehigh Valley and her perspective on the region• Creating Seven Generations Charter School with other local families• The importance of authentic community and courageous conversations• Entrepreneurship, self-awareness, leadership, and knowing your limitations• The difference between “selling the sizzle” and delivering the substanceNear the end of our conversation, Ms. Camilla left entrepreneurs and leaders with a question:“Are you teachable?”She challenged us to examine ourselves critically, understand both our strengths and limitations, seek help where we need it, and continually ask why our work deserves to exist and how it meaningfully changes the lives of other people.This interview was recorded while Ms. Camilla was still with us. I’m grateful to Bart Bailey for encouraging me to sit down with her, and I’m especially grateful to Ms. Camilla for trusting me with a piece of her story.There is no larger promotional message attached to this episode.This is simply an opportunity to listen to her.To learn from her.And to preserve some of her story, wisdom, experiences, and perspective for the people who knew her — and those who never had the opportunity.Rest in peace, Ms. Camilla Greene. 🕊️🎙 The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast#CamillaGreene #LehighValley #BlackHistory

This episode is for entrepreneurs, event planners, creatives, nonprofit leaders, and anyone building a business rooted in relationships, creativity, and purpose.Labrel Simone, founder of FabxCozy Events, joins me for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, event production, leadership, collaboration, and what it really takes to bring memorable experiences to life.From attending Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts to interning in New York City’s fashion industry and ultimately launching her own event company, Labrel shares how every step of her journey prepared her for entrepreneurship, even before she realized it.In this episode, we get into:• How Labrel discovered her passion for event production• The journey from fashion to entrepreneurship• What actually goes into producing successful events• Why relationships are the foundation of long-term business growth• Building strategic partnerships and sponsorships• Lessons learned from previous jobs that shaped her business• The realities of running an event company• Showing up before anyone is paying attention• Leadership, resilience, and betting on yourself• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and event professionalsRecorded at WDIY 88.1 FM in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.WATCH • LEARN • BUILD🎙 The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast📻 Featured on WDIY 88.1 FM🎥 Video Production: McKinney MediaFollow FabxCozy Events to learn more about their work and upcoming events.👉 Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, creatives, and community leaders:https://www.youtube.com/@itscartermckinneyListen to The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast on Spotify:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/cartermckinneyConnect with Carter McKinney:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itscartermckinneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itscartermckinneyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itscartermckinneyX: https://x.com/cartermckinneyyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-the-photographer-mckinney-39607b1a2/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermckinney🎟 Attend an upcoming event:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-mckinney-of-mckinney-media-67840853883🌐 McKinney Media:https://www.mckinneymedia.co#Entrepreneurship #EventPlanning #SmallBusiness

This episode is for entrepreneurs, beauty professionals, service providers, and anyone who understands that building a business is not just about talent, it is about resilience, discipline, leadership, and becoming the person your vision requires.Ashley Pizarro of LovelyyFaces Spa Lounge joins me for a real conversation on beauty, business, entrepreneurship, education, personal growth, and what it takes to build a brand that people genuinely trust.In this episode, we get into:• How Ashley got started in the beauty industry• What it takes to build a salon brand from the ground up• The discipline behind becoming a trusted beauty professional• The realities of running a service-based business• Why client experience matters just as much as the service itself• The difference between being talented and being consistent• How education became a bigger part of her vision• The pressure of leadership, ownership, and personal growth• What beauty professionals often underestimate about business• How LovelyyFaces is continuing to evolve• What Ashley hopes people feel when they walk into her spaceRecorded in Bethlehem, PA at WDIY 88.1 FM.WATCH • LEARN • BUILD🎙 The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast🎥 Video Production: McKinney MediaPhoto by Guerby Dorcely aka McKayla Studio Photography LLCFollow LovelyyFaces Spa Lounge for updates, services, education, and more.👉🏽 Subscribe to stay tapped in:/ @mckinneymedia👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in:/ @itscartermckinneyThe Entrepreneurs' Club Podcast on other platforms! Please share with friends!https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/cartermckinneySocials — Follow & Connect:Facebook: / itscartermckinneyInstagram: / itscartermckinneyTikTok: / itscartermckinneyTwitter: / cartermckinneyyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-“the-photographer”-mckinney-39607b1a2/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermckinneySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/cartermckinney?si=ec7cb649f9b14b89🎟 Don’t miss an event:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-mckinney-of-mckinney-media-67840853883🌐 McKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.co

This episode is for entrepreneurs, restaurant owners, and operators who understand that building a business is one thing, but carrying forward a legacy is something else entirely.Anthony Trapani of ZEST bar+grille joins me for a real conversation on family business, hospitality, leadership, and what it takes to grow and sustain a restaurant brand in the Lehigh Valley.In this episode, we get into:• What it was like growing up around a family business• Why Anthony chose to step into the family business instead of building something separate• The pressure and responsibility that come with legacy• How hospitality becomes community-building when done well• What actually drives restaurant revenue beyond just food and drinks• The role of events, private bookings, and experience in long-term growth• The realities of staffing, margins, and staying profitable in hospitality• How to create repeat customers instead of one-time visitors• Balancing tradition with evolution in a local restaurant brand• What Anthony hopes people will say about what he built 20 years from nowRecorded in Bethlehem, PA at Venture X.WATCH • LEARN • BUILD🎙 The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast🎥 Video Production: McKinney MediaFollow ZEST bar+grille for updates, events, and more.👉🏽 Subscribe to stay tapped in:/@mckinneymedia

This episode is for entrepreneurs who respect legacy, but still think bigger. Jonathan Morrissey, President of Rich Mar Florist, joins me in person for a real conversation on what it takes to grow a 70-year, 4-generation family business, from a townhouse basement to doing major events across the country. In this episode, we get into:• What it’s like coming up in the family business (starting with the unglamorous work) • The pivotal moment in 2009: the U.S. Women’s Open at Saucon Valley, and how it changed everything • Why flowers matter in sports, VIP hospitality, and high-end experiences (even when people don’t realize it) • What “high-level” execution really looks like: planning, installs, access limits, timelines, maintenance • The reality of resilience, sacrifice, and sustaining success, and why Jon lives by “Attack Life” • What’s next: more universities, bigger races, and dreaming toward the Indy 500, while staying rooted in the Lehigh Valley Recorded in Bethlehem, PA.WATCH • LEARN • BUILD🎙 The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast — Season 1, Episode 8🎥 Video Production: McKinney MediaFollow Rich Mar Florist: @richmarflorist Website: richmarflorist.com 👉🏽 Subscribe to stay tapped in:/ @mckinneymedia

Season 1, Episode 6 — Westley Morris | The Entrepreneurs Club PodcastThis episode is raw, real, and necessary.Westley Morris joins me for a conversation about resilience, recovery, and rebuilding — not as a highlight reel, but as real life. From surviving addiction and homelessness to turning pain into purpose, Westley’s story is a reminder that transformation is possible… but it costs something.In this episode, we explore:• What recovery actually looks like when nobody’s watching• The mindset shift from survival to responsibility• Rebuilding trust with yourself, your family, and your community• How discipline (and consistency) becomes the turning point• Why “keep pedaling” is more than a saying — it’s a rule for lifeIf you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or anyone fighting to become the next version of yourself — this one will hit.Recorded at The Foundry Recording Studio in Bethlehem, PA.WATCH • LEARN • BUILD🎙 The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast — Season 1, Episode 6🎥 Video Production: McKinney Media📍 Location: The Foundry Recording Studio (Bethlehem, PA)📸 Photo: Maya Rucker👉🏽 Subscribe to stay tapped in:/ @mckinneymedia👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in:/ @itscartermckinney🎥 Video Production: McKinney Media🌐 McKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.coSocials — Follow & Connect:Facebook: / itscartermckinneyInstagram: / itscartermckinneyTikTok: / itscartermckinneyTwitter: / cartermckinneyyLinkedIn:   / carter-“the-photographer”-mckinney-39607b1a2  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermck...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/carterm...🎟 Don’t miss an event:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-m...🌐 McKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.co

Today, we’re talking about discipline, mental health, and the unseen work behind mastering your craft — the kind of work that shapes character long before it shapes success.Lawrence Wright, master barber and founder of The Barber Pill, joins us for a grounded and honest conversation about barbering, family, self-discipline, and the responsibility that comes with influence.Lawrence’s journey into barbering began in high school, but his greatest growth didn’t come from clippers alone — it came from learning how to manage stress, protect his mental health, serve his community, and show up fully for his family.In this episode, we explore:• Why mental health is a leadership responsibility, not a side topic• How discipline from martial arts carries into business and life• The importance of work-life balance in entrepreneurship• How culture shapes work ethic, resilience, and perspective• Why community service keeps leaders grounded and humble• Turning personal challenges into fuel for growthIf you’re an entrepreneur, creative, parent, or someone committed to personal growth — this episode will challenge you to slow down, check on people, and lead with intention both in business and in life.WATCH • LEARN • BUILDThis is your reminder:Discipline creates freedom.Mental health is non-negotiable.Service strengthens leadership. 🧠✂️👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in:/ @itscartermckinney🎥 Video Production: McKinney Media🌐 McKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.coSocials — Follow & Connect:Facebook: / itscartermckinneyInstagram: / itscartermckinneyTikTok: / itscartermckinneyTwitter: / cartermckinneyyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-“the-photographer”-mckinney-39607b1a2/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermckinneySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/cartermckinney?si=ec7cb649f9b14b89🎟 Don’t miss an event:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-mckinney-of-mckinney-media-67840853883🧠 Episode Five. Discipline builds the leader.Welcome back to The Entrepreneurs Club. 🚀

Featuring: Bart Bailey | Hosted by Carter McKinneyToday, we’re talking about the inner work behind real leadership — the work no one applauds, but everyone feels.Bart Bailey, COO of Courage to Care and author of It’s In Our Bones, joins us for a powerful conversation about presence, self-awareness, and how generational history shapes the way we lead, parent, and connect.Bart’s biggest pivot didn’t come from business — it came from watching his son be bullied, forcing him to confront purpose, values, and what leadership truly demands.In this episode, we explore:• Why “the work is inner work” — always• How generational patterns influence leadership today• Why you can’t take people further than you’ve gone yourself• The discipline of presence in a distracted world• Listening more, speaking less, and leading with intentionIf you’re a leader, entrepreneur, parent, or someone committed to growth — this episode will challenge you to slow down, look inward, and lead from a grounded place.WATCH • LEARN • BUILDThis is your reminder:Presence is power.Healing expands leadership.Inner clarity creates outer impact. 🧠👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in:/ @itscartermckinney🎥 Video Production: McKinney MediaMcKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.coSocials — Follow & Connect:Facebook: / itscartermckinneyInstagram: / itscartermckinneyTikTok: / itscartermckinneyTwitter: / cartermckinneyyLinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-“t...Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermck…Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/carterm...Don’t miss an event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-m...🧠 Episode Four. Leadership begins within.Welcome back to The Entrepreneurs Club. 🚀

Featuring: Positive Kyle Lassiter | Hosted by Carter McKinneyToday, we’re talking about real second chances — not the ones people post about, but the ones you fight for.Positive Kyle Lassiter is a formerly incarcerated prison survivor who lost everything and rebuilt his life through mentorship, discipline, and an unbreakable commitment to growth. Now a general contractor, philanthropist, and community voice, Kyle is focused on helping others break cycles and reclaim their future.In this episode, we explore:• What it truly takes to rebuild life after incarceration• The role mentorship plays in long-term transformation• Why learning to say no is essential for growth• Turning pain, hard lessons, and time into purpose• Why hard times don’t last — but accountability doesWhether you’re rebuilding after a setback, navigating a second chance, or working to leave your past behind… this conversation is proof that your future is not canceled by where you started.WATCH • LEARN • BUILDThis is your reminder:You are more than your past.You are allowed to rebuild.You can still lead. 💪🏽👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in:/ @itscartermckinney🎥 Video Production: McKinney Media🔗 STAY CONNECTEDMcKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.coSocials — Follow & Connect:Facebook: / itscartermckinneyInstagram: / itscartermckinneyTikTok: / itscartermckinneyTwitter: / cartermckinneyyLinkedIn: / carter-mckinney-39607b1a2Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermck…Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/cartermckinney?si=ec7cb649f9b14b89Don’t miss an event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-mckinney-of-mckinney-media-67840853883🧠 Episode Three. Redemption is built, not given.Welcome back to The Entrepreneurs Club. 🚀

🎙️ The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast — Episode 2 Featuring: Jevata Crawford Bosket, MBA | Hosted by Carter McKinney Today, we’re talking about the real work of change, not the boxes, but the beliefs. Jevata Crawford Bosket is the founder of Project MOVE Organizing Services, creator of The MOVING Method™, and author of the powerful new book Moving In Place: More Than Boxes, released this week to a wave of community love. In this episode, we explore: • Why moving isn’t just about changing spaces, it’s about changing seasons • The emotional weight behind clutter, memories, and identity • How to start when you don’t feel “ready” • Building peace, structure, and grace in times of transition Whether you’re an entrepreneur preparing for what’s next, a family navigating a major life shift, or someone feeling stuck in old spaces… this conversation will help you discover that forward movement can begin right where you are. WATCH • LEARN • BUILD This is your reminder: You deserve clarity. You deserve change that supports you. You deserve a way to move, even in place. 💜 👉🏽 Hit SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell to stay tapped in: / @itscartermckinney 🎥 Video Production: McKinney Media 🔗 STAY CONNECTED McKinney Media: www.mckinneymedia.co Socials — Follow & Connect: Facebook: / itscartermckinney Instagram: / itscartermckinney TikTok: / itscartermckinney Twitter: / cartermckinneyy LinkedIn: / carter-mckinney-39607b1a2 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itscartermck… Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/cartermckinney?si=ec7cb649f9b14b89 Don’t miss an event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/carter-mckinney-of-mckinney-media-67840853883 🧠 Episode Two. A movement begins. Welcome back to The Entrepreneurs Club. 🚀