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Uplift: She discusses the importance of representation, mentorship, self-belief and empowering others.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy.
An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of Win With Black Women (WWBW)—a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders.
Key Highlights from the Interview: 🎙️ Opening Message
- Rushion emphasizes the importance of living your own success story and introduces the show’s mission to inspire and educate.
👩🏾💼 Guest Introduction: Jotaka Eaddy
- First Black woman student body president at the University of South Carolina.
- Founder of WWBW, which aims to uplift Black women in leadership, politics, and business.
- Works to bridge the gap between Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley.
🌍 Win With Black Women (WWBW)
- Originated during the 2020 election cycle in response to sexist and racist attacks on potential Black female VP candidates.
- Focuses on:
- Combating racism and sexism.
- Supporting Black women in elections.
- Elevating the economic and cultural power of Black women.
- Organized impactful initiatives like theater buyouts for The Little Mermaid to demonstrate economic influence.
💡 On Leadership and Identity
- Jotaka reflects on her upbringing in rural South Carolina and the influence of her late mother and community.
- She discusses the importance of representation, mentorship, and self-belief.
- Emphasizes that leadership is not just about position but about empowering others and evolving daily.
💻 Bridging to Silicon Valley
- Shares her journey into tech, overcoming imposter syndrome, and becoming a C-suite executive.
- Advocates for demystifying tech careers for Black communities and creating inclusive opportunities.
🧠 Perception vs. Reality
- Addresses stereotypes about Black women and contrasts them with data: Black women are the most educated demographic and fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S.
💬 Closing Thoughts
- Rashawn praises Jotaka’s motivational presence and impact.
- Jotaka shares her commitment to living a life that uplifts others.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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By iHeartPodcastsTwo-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy.
An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of Win With Black Women (WWBW)—a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders.
Key Highlights from the Interview: 🎙️ Opening Message
- Rushion emphasizes the importance of living your own success story and introduces the show’s mission to inspire and educate.
👩🏾💼 Guest Introduction: Jotaka Eaddy
- First Black woman student body president at the University of South Carolina.
- Founder of WWBW, which aims to uplift Black women in leadership, politics, and business.
- Works to bridge the gap between Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley.
🌍 Win With Black Women (WWBW)
- Originated during the 2020 election cycle in response to sexist and racist attacks on potential Black female VP candidates.
- Focuses on:
- Combating racism and sexism.
- Supporting Black women in elections.
- Elevating the economic and cultural power of Black women.
- Organized impactful initiatives like theater buyouts for The Little Mermaid to demonstrate economic influence.
💡 On Leadership and Identity
- Jotaka reflects on her upbringing in rural South Carolina and the influence of her late mother and community.
- She discusses the importance of representation, mentorship, and self-belief.
- Emphasizes that leadership is not just about position but about empowering others and evolving daily.
💻 Bridging to Silicon Valley
- Shares her journey into tech, overcoming imposter syndrome, and becoming a C-suite executive.
- Advocates for demystifying tech careers for Black communities and creating inclusive opportunities.
🧠 Perception vs. Reality
- Addresses stereotypes about Black women and contrasts them with data: Black women are the most educated demographic and fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S.
💬 Closing Thoughts
- Rashawn praises Jotaka’s motivational presence and impact.
- Jotaka shares her commitment to living a life that uplifts others.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.