”Stop Being the Best Kept Secret (R)” is a podcast hosted by Dr. Tana M. Session, a world renowned diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) expert. With her extensive experience as a human resources executive and strategic consultant, she provides a unique and one-of-a-kind perspective on how DEIB should be woven into the framework of all organizations. She speaks with leaders from various industries on the importance of DEIB and the challenges and difficulties of implementation, an ...
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Welcome to the Cool Ass Black Woman podcast hosted by Ashley Glaspie. This is a safe space where we discuss everything under the sun with some cool ass black women.
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The Fight for Black Home Ownership with Daniel Smith
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Tune into today's podcast episode as I discuss the importance of boosting Black home ownership with Daniel Smith, Founder & CEO of Keepingly, a platform focused on home ownership sustainability and building generational wealth. We talk about how we can leave the world a better place for the next generations to come. We touch on why it can be hard f…
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The Importance of Coaching with Aiko Bethea
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Tune into today's episode for an incredible conversation about the importance of coaching and leadership development with Aiko Bethea, founder of RARE Coaching & Consulting. Aiko focuses on helping people connect their work and personal selves by identifying your values so you can choose to work at an organization that aligns with what you want. We…
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Why Black History Matters with Ernest Crim III
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Tune into this incredibly important conversation with Ernest Crim III, a public teacher, speaker, and advocate focusing on cultural empowerment and educating everyone on Black history. We need to fully understand how to bridge the cultural gap between students and teachers and unpack the biases we may have around Black culture. We talk about the im…
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How to Care for Yourself Financially and Emotionally During Divorce with Alison Hall
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Listen in on this insightful conversation with Alison Hall, a Divorce and Business Coach primarily working with women to help them through divorce, both financially and emotionally. She is the Founder of The Boldest Me® and Mind Money Divorce® where she coaches women who are facing major life changes, such as divorce, career change, or starting a b…
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How White People Can Be Allies with Kim P
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Tune into this incredible conversation with Kim P, a passionate Anti-Racism Educator, DEI facilitator, and disruptor. She talks about the importance role white folks have as allies to BIPOC individuals, especially during these times of turmoil and uncertainty. We discuss the responsibility of an ally and why acknowledgment is key in order for folks…
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Why DEIB Work will Always Matter and What it Means for Everyone with Paul Ladipo
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Join in on an invigorating discussion with Paul Ladipo, DEIA advocate, LinkedIn content creator, CEO of Critical Conversations Consulting, and professional Status Quo Disruptor. We talk about the importance of DEIB work, why it matters, and what it means for everyone. We discuss our hopes to build a better future for the next generation and how we …
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Being a Black Woman in Corporate America with Dr. Thelá R. Thatch
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Tune in as I speak with Dr. Thelá R. Thatch, an HR strategist and Equity instigator, about the state of DEIB in the workplace today. So many DEI professionals are leaving their roles, especially Female and Black executives. This is a serious issue and cannot be ignored. Listen to us chat about what it is like being a Black Woman in corporate Americ…
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Discussing the Franchising Business with Anna Brambilla
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Tune in for today's episode as I talk with career ownership coach Anna Brambilla about how people can get help in their career transitions and explore the possibility of franchise business ownership. Many of us experience battered career syndrome and become frustrated with corporate America. If this sounds like you, then maybe becoming a franchisee…
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The State of Civil Rights in America Today: Part 2 with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland
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Please tune into part 2 of my interview with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland. We discuss how things have changed from the 60s to now, how we can actively engage in a nonviolent way when people make discriminatory comments, what the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade and affirmative action will be on civil rights, and why voting matters! …
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The State of Civil Rights in America Today: Part 1 with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland
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As we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in January & Black History Month in February, I couldn't think of a better way to observe them than by interviewing the incomparable Joan Trumpauer Mulholland. If you don't know who she is...just Google her!! You've probably seen her mugshot or the picture of her sitting at a lunch counter sit-in prot…
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Finding Intention in Your Work with Nicole Durio
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Listen in to my conversation with Nicole Michelle Durio, CPA, who has more than 25 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, advisory services, business consulting, CFO services and internal and external auditing. Nicole has mentored over 250 women to six-figure income status and she is on track to propel 25 women to seven-figure inco…
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How to Evolve as a Leader with Tiffany Houser
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Join in on my discussion with Tiffany as we talk about imposter syndrome, knowing your worth and value, and how the leadership landscape is shifting. Tiffany Houser is passionate about people and transformation. As an executive & leadership coach, entrepreneur, and a woman of color, Tiffany knows firsthand about the roller coaster ride of self-wort…
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Building a Professional Network with Beth Hilbing & Dianne Gubin
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Today we have two special guests, Beth Hilbing and Dianne Gubin, the founders of C-Sweet, the premier global community for female executives. They have a network of over 15,000 executive women across the country with a focus on Fortune 1000, middle-market, and fast growth companies. Their mission is to foster and renew executive level relationships…
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How to Navigate the Changing Workforce and Elevate Your Leadership with Sabine Gedeon
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Join me as I chat with Sabine Gedeon, Executive Career & Leadership Strategist for Women & Emerging Leaders, about the shifting workforce as we emerge from the pandemic and how we can learn to elevate our leadership bench. Listen in as we discuss how the different generations are changing the way we view leadership and work in general, and how we n…
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How to Become the Best Leader You Can Be with Ulrike Seminati
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Welcome to season 3 of Stop Being the Best Kept Secret (R)! On today's episode, I chat with Ulrike Seminati, a communication and leadership expert based in Zurich, Switzerland, who helps leaders realize their full potential. Tune in as we discuss the changing workplace dynamics from Gen X bosses, to new Millennial and Gen Z employees, and the impac…
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Advancing Female Leaders with Michelle Harris
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It is crucial to help support female leaders on their road to success. Join in as we speak with Michelle Harris, Founder & CEO of Bosstrack, a company focused on supporting and developing women leaders. She shares her company's wide range of programs and how important it is to put yourself first in order to succeed in the leadership competition of …
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How to Own Your Power in the Workplace with Lisa L. Baker
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As a professional women, we can struggle to unlock our full potential, embrace our talent and advance in the workplace. Listen in as Lisa L. Baker, founder of Ascentim LLC, discusses her expertise as an executive coach. Lisa helps high-achieving professional women who feel undervalued in their careers own their power, communicate their worth with c…
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The Other Side of Justice with Danae Shell
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In this episode we are learning about perspectives of DEIB on an international scale in Scotland. Tune in to Danae Shell, Co-Founder & CEO of Valla, a new platform for getting your employment issues, ranging from harassment to discrimination, taken care of. Valla helps people resolve their employment issue themselves without spending thousands on a…
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Existing as a Women in the Tech Space with Elena Elkina
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It can be challenging to balance being a woman in tech and being a mother. Tune in to Elena Elkina, Co-Founder & Partner at Aleada Consulting, a certified WMBE based in Silicon Valley that advises clients on privacy, data protection, and information security issues. Elena shares her experience as a mother in the Tech industry and her incredible jou…
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Religion as an Aspect of DEIB with Rahimeh Ramezany
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Religion is a much less-discussed aspect of DEIB, however it is just as important to discuss it as it is ties into discussions of race, gender and intersectionality. Listen in to this powerful discussion with Rahimeh Ramezany, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Intercultural Consultant, Trainer, Speaker, & Content Creator who is an expert on Muslim …
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Why Personal Branding is Important with Chellie Phillips
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It is important to understand the significance of creating your own personal brand and how this connects to your success in the workplace. Tune in as Chellie Phillips, Career Brand Strategist and Founder of Successfully Ever After, discusses how vital building a personal brand is and the struggles different kinds of people may face when doing so.…
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Recruiter Do’s & Don’ts During the Great Reshuffle with Luke Doubler
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Is 'diverse' hiring still a priority? Do recruiters need to look proactively? Listen in as Luke Doubler, Founder & President of RecruiterCentral, shares how recruiting has shifted over the course of the Pandemic and what organizations can do to draw top talent in today's climate.By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Post-Overturn of Roe v Wade & How to Have a 10-Hour Work Week with Veronica Kirin, Serial Entrepreneur & Empire-building Coach
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Hear directly from Veronica Kirin, Serial Entrepreneur & Empire-building Coach! As one of the first women in tech, Veronica Kirin's path was not easy. Through trials and obstacles, she successfully sold her tech start-up and found key gaps in how the industry manages its processes. Low morale! Burn out! Loss of engagement! Today, she strategizes wi…
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Diversity after SCOTUS Overturns Roe v Wade with Kellie Wagner, Founder& CEO of Collective – A DEI Lab
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With the recent SCOTUS ruling, Dr. Tana M. Session sat down with Founder & CEO of Collective – A DEI Lab, Kellie Wagner, to discuss what comes after the overturning of Roe v Wade for practitioners in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging. What comes next for organizations in supporting employees in this new landscape?…
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”Engineers Can Coach!” with Lindsay Gordon
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Bringing an Engineering brain to the question "how do we make our career a good fit for us", Lindsay Gordon shares secrets on how to make your next career move, particularly as someone with the perspective of Big Tech.By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Talking Shop with D&I Strategist, Dr. Akilah Cadet
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What is the future of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)? In this episode, Dr. Cadet and Dr. Session discuss some of the common anecdotes seen in the work of DEI. Will this make a difference & will companies still focus on this business effort?By Dr. Tana M. Session
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For whatever reason, your current strategy for your personal or career development isn't working! Listen in on how Founder & CEO, Michelle Diamond, of Elevate Diamond Strategy helps executives (+ aspiring executives) on how they can make their next big career moveBy Dr. Tana M. Session
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Meet Neesin!! Cool Ass Black Woman sits down with Cool Ass Black Man, Neesin the host, creator and visionary behind In A Session. From producing music to producing a show about artist & creators. In A Session speaks to artist like Amber Riley, Rick Jane and more about the success of their career and journey as a creative. Taking Revolt Tv by storm …
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Being Yourself and Reflecting Featuring Mahalia
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Meet Mahalia!! Cool Ass Black Woman sat down with Singer-Songwriter Mahalia from London to discuss her journey into women-hood, growing and learning who Mahalia is and using her hit song "Whatever Simon Says" to really tap into her inner beauty... Her natural self! Grab some coffee and chat with us. There's so much you will learn... For more on Mah…
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Standing in front of success Featuring Kaliii
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Cool Ass Black Woman sits down with Kali! Confidence spreads like wildfire. With unapologetic bars, undeniable melodies, and unrestrained spirit, Kali bosses up the moment she wraps her fingers around the microphone. Empowered with style, swagger, and substance, the buzzing rapper quietly set social media ablaze with a sound just as perfect for the…
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My Interview With the Happiness Strategist
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We are facing unprecedented times and events will impact each of us differently. Learn the strategies we ALL need to practice daily to help us tap into our happiness - even during trying times.By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Don't limit yourself by the narrow scope of your current reality!By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Breaking down the 6 basic fears as described by Napolean Hill in "Think & Grow Rich"By Dr. Tana M. Session
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What's a grudge worth to you?By Dr. Tana M. Session
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What is the REAL meaning of "procrastination?" Get ready to be astounded!By Dr. Tana M. Session
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At the end of the day...we are ALL women just trying to succeed
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I share my experience in Corporate America when viewed as a "threat" to my non-Latino white female counterparts.By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Black women, skin color & good hairBy Dr. Tana M. Session
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Don't be fooled!By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Black Girls Must Be Magic Featuring Jayne Allen
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Meet the Jayne Allen, the author who kicked off the Black Girl trilogy... Sit back while we discuss: Infertility, Black Mental Health and the Journey of Tabitha... Black Girls Must Be Exhausted & Black Girls Must Be Magic are Must Reads!!! Black Girls Must Be Magic, just released February 1st and it is a page turner.. Black Girls Must Be Magic is a…
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Powerful Woman Featuring Dr. Tana M. Session
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From a morning segment on ABC 7 News to the Cool Ass Black Woman Podcast. Meet Dr. Tana M. Session! Dr. Session is a very powerful woman... She is an award-winning Consultant, International Speaker, Executive-level Performance Coach, Best-selling Author, recognized Inclusion, Diversity & Multigenerational Thought Leader and Media Contributor. Grab …
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Top 5 Lessons Learned Since 2020 - The Birthday Edition
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In honor of my Feb. 18, 2022 birthday tradition, I am sharing my Top 5 Lessons Learned since the pandemic of 2020.By Dr. Tana M. Session
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Meet Janise Monee! Janise takes us on a journey from moving across the country, copy writing as a career and sharing with us knowing your worth. Grab some tea & sit back and listen.. For more on Janise please follow: Janise Monee Unrivaled ambitions https://unrivaledambitions.com/ For more on Cool Ass Black Woman, please visit: www.coolassblackwoma…
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Growth and introducing Cool Ass Black Man (Featuring the Kreative Villains)
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Meet 3D and Blvck from Kreative Villains. Introducing the first Cool Ass Black Men to share their journey, discussing becoming partners to music education. Ashley was were so excited to sit down with the guys to chat. Sit back and listen; its a great laugh... For more information the Kreative Villains or to book studio time, please check out: https…
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Get Cha Mind Wright (Featuring Tiffany Wright)
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Meet Tiffany Wright! Ms. Tiffany Wright is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Wellness Consultant, Author, and Speaker. Tiffany speaks on Therapy in the black community, the first steps in finding a therapist and mental wellness. Take a listen and enjoy. For More on Tiffany: instagram.com/@tiffinspires www.livethebelife.com www.tiffanywrightmsw.com…
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Where Am I Going (Feat. Ashley Glaspie) | Season 3 - Episode 1
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Meet the Founder of Cool Ass Black Woman, Ashley Glaspie. Dive in deep to her growth and where she's going. Enjoy!! Cool Ass Black Woman's mission for Season 3 of the podcast is to exemplify Growth and how to notice it while on your journey. We will dive into why mental health/growth is important, shine light on careers, small businesses, public po…
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"Start From The Bottom" Pt. 2 Cool Ass Black Woman chats with Coco from Coco's Lip Smackin Cupcakes
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Pt. 2 with Cool Ass Black Woman brought Coco back to finish the conversation about her Bakery, finding like-minded individuals and giving advise on becoming a baker. I mean, if you heard the first one, you foresure need to hear pt 2. What are you waiting for... Go listen!!! For more information: @lipsmackincupcakes www.cocoslipsmackingcupcakes.com…
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'Start From The Bottom.." Pt. 1 Cool Ass Black Woman chats with Nicole aka Coco's Lip Smacking Cupcakes
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"Started from the bottom now we are here.." is the one phrase that definitely fits the founder of Coco's Lip Smacking Cupcakes. In part 1, Coco talks about getting started on her journey of baking and her last straw before she quit her job at the Marriott. The conversation was so good we had to make it into two parts, for more you have to listen to…
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"No Tellin" Cool Ass Black Woman Chats with Fatima Dosso
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"Strong, Smart and Bold" Fatima Dosso sat down with Cool Ass Black Woman to discuss how she has trail blazed through her life where she had to turn to herself to empower and work on healing herself. Empowering the world through her gift, Social Media and just her beautiful spirit. From public speaking to wellness, Fatima is the self love queen and …
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"Blessings" Cool Ass Black Woman chats with Pastor Tosin Abrahams
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This one is a "Blessing". Pastor Tosin has taken time to share her journey with the Cool Ass Black Woman podcast. She originated in London, however, she has a heart as big as the world. Take a listen.. Tosin had me speechless. You will be speechless too!!! :) Grab your coffee and come chat with us! For more on Pastor Tosin: @tosinabrahams www.coola…
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"Gods Plan" Cool Ass Black Woman chats with Jennifer Bell Cornelius
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When God has a plan he will show you first before it is your time to lead. That is what happen to Jennifer Bell Cornelius the founder of Born To Roam. Born To Roam is a Bold accessary line created for women to dress up their ultimate accessary.. Their Confidence! Grab some coffee come hang with Jennifer and I, as we talk about being a business owne…
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