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Applying for an SBA loan can be stressful , grueling and confusing — does this sound familiar? Don’t worry, SBA Pro and Host of the My SBA Loan Pro podcast Ryan Smith, reveals valuable insights and best practices regarding the SBA loan program and application process. Don’t take another step on your SBA journey until your equipped to make sound and informed decisions at every turn. Start listening today!
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Money Making Conversations is a weekly one-hour master class that promotes the success of small businesses and interviews successful celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers. It is hosted by brand architect Rushion McDonald, an EMMY and NAACP Image award-winning Executive Television and Film Producer. Money Money Making Conversations airs live every Tuesday in Atlanta, GA, on the HBCU campus of Clark Atlanta University, WCLK 91.9 FM, and is syndicated on their HBCU Radio Network (18 radio ...
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Entrepreneur: She created the Afro Unicorn product which has generated over 20 million in total sales in 5 yrs.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed April Showers. My next guest is the Founder of Afro Unicorn, the first black woman-owned fully licensed character brand in major retail with over 20 million in total sales. Her groundbreaking brand celebrates diversity and empowers wome…
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E269: Overcoming the Odds: Stand in your Power and create the future you desire.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Yasmine Cheyenne. Yasmine reminds us that no matter what happens in our lives, we can decide to put one foot in front of the other, choosing to begin again. A roadmap to self-healing and tapping into our inner wisdom when we need it mos…
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It Takes A Village: School Supply Drive, Feminine Hygiene Campaign for Teens, and Free Turkey Drive.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tarence Wheeler. He has over 20 years of experience in community relations and philanthropic activities, specializing in community outreach and corporate partnerships. His greatest passion is helping enrich the lives of at-risk young pe…
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Entrepreneur: Easy to apply for Nationwide SBA loans for underserved minority small businesses through Arkansas Capital Corp.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Craig Calafati. The Executive Vice President and Director of Lending for Arkansas Capital Corporation, Arkansas Capital Corporation. A community development finance company that was chosen by SBA to receive one of the three new SBLC l…
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Entrepreneur: Attorney Jalene Mack discusses ten tips on developing your business.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Attorney Jalene Mack, America’s Favorite Entertainment Attorney, and discussed ten tips on developing your business and avoiding signing a contract that can ruin your dream. There are bad contracts, and there are scam contracts. Tell …
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Financial Motivator: Using social media effectively, know YOUR business strengths and product marketing.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Stephanie Stuckey. The Chair of Stuckey’s. A pecan snack and candy company based in Wrens, GA. She is also the author of “Unstuck: Reviving an American Icon.” Stuckey’s growth lies in their partnership with almost 5,000 retailers nati…
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Perserverance: "Keep Pedaling," Learn to navigate LIFE's ups and downs through resilience, and determination.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Karon Joseph Riley. He co-stars in the popular The Black Hamptons series on BET+. His book navigates life's ups and downs and uncovers the importance of perseverance, resilience, and determination. It shares his insightful reflections…
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Financial Tips: A CPA founded The Financial Literacy Institute to close the wealth gap.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Jasmine Young. You would never have guessed that such a powerful, nationwide-spanning voice for the African American community began in small-town Jackson, Alabama, but that is precisely where Jasmine Young got her start. She is the F…
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Entrepreneur: He's making it easier for people with Opioid Use Disorder to commit to their methadone treatment program.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Michael Giles. Our Virtual Dosing Window™ allows patients to record their take-homes by using a phone or computer to scan the QR code on their methadone bottles and then recording a video of themselves dosing for their care team t…
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Financial Motivator: Insights on Supporting and Scaling Black Businesses with Morehouse Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Founding Director Tiffany Bussey.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Tiffany Bussey. As the Morehouse Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (MIEC) Founding Director, Dr. Tiffany Bussey stands at the helm of profit-yielding partnerships bridging the gap between the supplier diversity initiatives at…
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Financial Motivator: You can start a delivery business with Amazon, Million Dollar Club Realtor, Building Booming Construction Business.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin Lee, Sr. He is not just constructing buildings – he's creating a legacy with Amazon. Whether you're eyeing a real estate deal or a groundbreaking construction project, this member of the Million Dollar Club in real estate is …
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Affordable Homeownership Program: No down payment. No closing costs, No fees, No mortgage insurance.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Angeanette Dowles. Homeownership is one of the critical aspects of the American Dream. However, that dream seems more like a fantasy than an attainable goal for many of us. Well, Angeanette Dowles of NACA is here to tell you that home…
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Perserverance: Was Laid off, but she Regrouped! Her Cookies are now sold in 4,100 stores nationwide and Canada.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shica Little. During COVID, Dr. Shica was laid off and decided to pursue her dream, and she created Vegan Cookies and Cookie Dough Mix. Dr. Shica's Bakery: Nationwide Roll-Out: Our Snack Cookies (Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Lem…
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Financial Tips: Managing your monthly budgets, build partnerships, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. George C. Fraser. He is back and bringing another bottle of medication for your financial ills in the form of the “7 Main Streams of Income. "It's not how you start, it's how you finish, that God has great plans for each of us, we m…
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Financial Tips: Debit Cards vs Credit Cards. How to improve your buying power!
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. George C. Fraser. Dr. George C. Fraser is the Chairman and CEO of FraserNet, Inc., a company he founded over 35 years ago. He is a renowned networking guru, business leader, author, and entrepreneur who is regarded as one of the for…
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Financial Tips: Former Wall Street Banker Tells All about buying stocks and building generational wealth.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley M. Fox. “Breaking News! Former Wall Street Banker, Ashley M. Fox, Tells All!” Ever wanted to learn how Wall Street operates? How the rich cultivate generational wealth for their descendants’ descendants? Why Ashley M. Fox left he…
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Overcoming the odds: Revolutionized scalp care with her innovative Braid, Loc & Scalp Refreshening Wipes. Tress Clean.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kiyana Pearson. Kiyana Pearson is a dynamic entrepreneur, scalp specialist, and innovator in the natural hair care industry. As the founder of Tress Clean, the first Black woman-owned hair wipes company, Kiyana has revolutionized scalp …
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Financial Tips: Morgan Stanley's Sonia Fears uses simple formulas to grow your money and build family wealth.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Sonia Fears. Sonia Fears of the Fears Group at Morgan Stanley, She is the First Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, Alternative Investments Director, Global Sports, and Entertainment Director - All Black Wealth Man…
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Faith and Finance: Getting wealthy quickly in your 50's, Pastor Dexter B. Jenkins.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed renowned real estate investor, financial expert, and creator of the REWealth Creation Summit. Pastor Dexter B. Jenkins, a renowned real estate investor and financial expert and creator of the REWealth Creation Summit. The REWealth Creation…
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E455: Financial Tips: How to manage your debt. Simple family tax write offs for a home-based business rarely taken advantage of, Dr. Lynn Richarson.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Lynn Richardson. Financial planning executive and fan-favorite Dr. Lynn Richardson returns to dispense invaluable information for the listeners! This time, she brings with her information on how to manage debt properly, how the Black com…
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E426: Former CPA Charlie Shabazz tells us how she pivoted her career to Nothing Bundt Cake Franchisee.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning television producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Charlie Shabazz. Let them eat cake… BUNDT cake, that is! As the owner of a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise, Charlie Shabazz knows what it’s like to live life on the sweet side. However, did you know that Charlie didn’t plan on getting into the business …
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Two African American Men launch a gourmet Popcorn Company with flavors like Crab Legs, Banana Puddin', Red Velvet Cheesecake by Popcorn Remix, Greg Bowman and Ryan Richmond.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning TV Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Greg Bowman and Ryan Richmond. They discuss how the business was founded and their partnership. The premiere gourmet Popcorn Remix flavors include Nacho, Crab Legs, Dill, Spicy Nacho Cheese, Pizza, Hot Wings & Ranch, Yellow Cheddar, Parmesan Gar…
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Prank Phone Call King Nephew Tommy/Thomas Miles talks about overcoming the odds to host OWN’s Real Love and co-hosting the Steve Harvey Morning Show.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviews Nephew Tommy, he is the host of OWN’s Ready for Love. OWN’S POPULAR LOVE AND RELATIONSHIP DATING SHOW, READY TO LOVE. He is TV host, radio host, philanthropist, entrepreneur and family man. The show has been Friday night's #1 original c…
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Don't quit! Comedian Kier "Junior" Spates is living his dream despite being told he would not live past 11 years.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Kier Spates. He is a Sickle Cell Warrior, and when he was diagnosed, he was told he would not live past 11 years. Today, he is a sickle cell survivor, Hollywood television writer, co-hosts the popular Steve Harvey Morning Show, hosts hi…
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Value Proposition Episode #3 - Tips on promoting your product and delivering a successful marketing pitch by Rushion McDonald.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald recaps Value Proposition Episodes #1 and #2 and expounds on the following. Hire an accountant and HR Person before you start selling your product or open the doors to your business. Stay away from negative people. Finding Your Product’s place in th…
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Financial Tips: Ashley M. Fox, a Financial Education Specialist who quit Wall Street and developed a financial literacy program for the minority community.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Ashley M. Fox. She is a former Wall Street analyst, a Howard University grad, and now an expert in her field as a Financial Education Specialist. After helping manage money for both millionaires and billionaires during her career on Wall…
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