Charting the Future of Publishing: Kaliyah Martin, The Kingdom Press, and PubTech

Entrepreneurial Appetite

Discover the story of Kaliyah Martin, the pioneering product manager behind Kingdom Press, as she unveils her extraordinary entrepreneurial journey. From a high school initiative to a bold switch from pre-med to business, Kaliyah's narrative is marked by her family’s entrepreneurial legacy and her enduring faith. Our conversation traverses her early steps and the defining moments that steered her into the heart of the publishing revolution.
This episode isn't just Kaliyah's tale; it's a discussion about the profound role of family and faith, especially within the black community, as it relates to business and innovation. We share personal experiences that underscore the bravado necessary to pursue dreams and the profound influence a gap year can have on personal development. Together, we examine 'Pub Tech', the transformative potential of blockchain, and how Web 3 is poised to overhaul the publishing realm, affirming Kalea's vision for Kingdom Press as a vanguard in this new era.
Delving into the nuances of pitching and authorship, Kaliyah imparts her wisdom on navigating the complexities of the book industry, from marrying NFTs with physical copies to striking a balance between self-publishing and traditional methods. Her journey not only highlights the challenges faced by black authors and entrepreneurs but also celebrates their triumphs, providing aspiring minds at institutions like the Fearless Leadership Institute with invaluable insights. Join us as we peer into the innovative future of publishing with one of its most influential voices.

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Chapters

1. Charting the Future of Publishing: Kaliyah Martin, The Kingdom Press, and PubTech (00:00:00)

2. Entrepreneurial Journey (00:00:15)

3. Family, Faith, and Empowerment in Publishing (00:05:55)

4. Book Business Models, Austin Community (00:12:28)

5. Pitching, Writing, and NFT Integration (00:21:23)