KJ pulls back the curtain on the Black Charity Boardroom, explaining the "Boardroom Reset" necessary to save nonprofit leaders from burnout. We also explore her new book, Poised & Positioned for Purpose, and the W.O.M.A.N. Framework: a leadership and identity model designed to help high-achieving women own their presence in every space they occupy.

The Big Three Gems:
- On Presence: "You have Presence. When you enter a room, you've gotta own it because,  you do."
-On Authenticity: "You need to own all of who you are, in all the spaces you are in."
-On Resilience: "The hills and the valleys that you go through? It's okay. Because you are going to get a testimony out of it!"

Key Takeaways:
-The "Working Board" Trap: KJ discusses the common pitfall where nonprofit boards focus on day-to-day operations rather than long-term strategy.
-Strategic vs. Operational Leadership: KJ explains how defining clear roles allows leaders to sustainably fuel their passion without hitting a wall of burnout.
-The Accountability Shift: Why mission-driven work still requires high-level business discipline. KJ discusses the necessity of introducing performance reviews and setting clear, measurable objectives to ensure an organization’s vision becomes a reality.
-The W.O.M.A.N. Framework: A breakdown of KJ’s signature identity model, helping women of color reclaim their worth, own their voice, and activate their authority.
-Owning Your Presence: Why you must bring your whole self into every space you occupy; from the community to the executive suite.

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-Instagram: @the_karen_kj_johnson
-LinkedIn: Karen "KJ" Johnson

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Are you ready to move beyond the conversation and into the high-stakes world of scaling globally and positioning for large international sporting events?

The Black Business Live Podcast is back, commencing Season 2 with a powerful conversation on the Black Economic Agenda. Recorded live during the "Welcome to Texas" VIP Reception (sponsored by HR&Co) at the 5th Annual BOW Collective Conference: Phenomenally BOW, this episode dissects the roadmap of an organization representing over $4 Billion in collective annual revenue, and growing.

With over 250 Black business CEOs in attendance in Arlington, Texas, this session explores a bold new chapter for expanding enterprise presence in the global marketplace. Join us for a transparent, high-level exchange on what it takes to scale, secure enterprise contracts, and build a legacy that lasts.

The Powerhouse Panel:

• Nic Cober, Esquire | Founder, The BOW Collective
• Ticki Favaroth | President, BOW Enterprises & Managing Partner, HR&Co
• Noelle LeVeaux | CMO, FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas

In This Fireside Chat, We Unpack:

• The $4 Billion Blueprint: The specific strategies The BOW Collective uses to leverage sisterhood and the power to dominate in unchartered waters and scale businesses into the top 1% of their industries.
• Cooperative Economics in Action: Why a 70% internal trade rate is the ultimate strategic advantage for scaling past the $1M mark and fostering the connections necessary for the Black Economic Agenda.
• The FIFA Opportunity: Noelle LeVeaux reveals how Black-owned enterprises must position themselves for the FIFA World Cup Dallas global stage.

The work starts now. While the world looks toward 2026, the strategic leader is already building for the 2031 Women’s World Cup. Use this season to identify your gaps, sharpen your operations, and build the enterprise capability required to support the next decade of large-scale international sporting events.

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• FIFA Dallas: https://www.dallasfwc26.com

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In this exclusive conversation, hosts Belva and Tolu sit down with Ticki Favaroth to get the unfiltered truths that keep her grounded while building a blueprint for multi-generational wealth.

Ticki doesn't hold back. She reveals the hard lessons learned after taking advice that only offered a 'pinch,' leaving her to navigate the toughest parts of scaling alone. She shares the wisdom absorbed from working with the best CEOs, and the essential truth no one tells you about balancing success with the human side of life.

This episode shifts your focus from short-term gain to multi-generational impact. Hear how Ticki is building a legacy designed to last forever.

A cut-up Target bag, cardboard, glue, and staples. That’s how Sherrill Mosee started, turning a simple idea into MinkeeBlue, a patented organizational bag that landed a $100,000 Macy’s purchase order.

Tolu and Belva sit down with Sherrill to discuss the engineering mindset that turned a commuter’s frustration into a market-ready brand. Today, she’s building AI-powered tools to help founders move faster through manufacturing and product development.

Inside This Episode:

• Scrappy Prototyping: Why starting with "imperfect" materials still wins.
• The Logistics of Growth: Navigating patents, overseas manufacturing, and supply chain realities.
• The Macy’s Milestone: What it actually took to land the $100K deal.
• The AI Shift: How AI is changing the path from concept to market.

Press play to learn how problem-solving becomes a legacy when you refuse to quit.

Belva and Tolu got chatting with Kim Roxie, Founder and CEO of LAMIK Beauty and a pioneer who has been pushing for real inclusion in the beauty game since 2004.

At 21, Kim opened a successful brick-and-mortar makeup shop in Houston, but soon realized clean beauty was completely ignoring women of color. So, in 2020, she made the ultimate boss move: she pivoted to e-commerce and landed that game-changing deal with Ulta.com.

In this episode, Kim gets real. She talks about the incredible ethos behind building a clean, vegan brand for all women, no matter their shade. She dives into the unexpected barriers she kept breaking just by showing up and doing the work. Plus, hear how this phenomenal leader (who even has her own "Kim Roxie Day" in Houston) is actively shaping the next generation, literally taking young girls to manufacturing plants to inspire their careers.

Press play to find out how Kim redefined what Black excellence looks like in the beauty world and built a legacy that’s about more than just money.

Hosts Tolu and Belva sit down with Darlisa - a first-generation college student, entrepreneur, leader of the 6-countywide North Texas GEW initiative, and Chief  Entrepreneurship Strategist for Foundations Entrepreneur Development Company.

In This Must-Listen Conversation:
-Ecosystem Power: Darlisa's blueprint for championing the dynamic GENTX ecosystem and why collaboration is vital for regional growth.
-The Burden of the Crown: We tackle the struggles of identity and power for underrepresented communities and the drive to empower success.
-Generational Wealth & Mindset: Hard talk on the resilience and difficult decisions needed to establish generational wealth through hard work.
Darlisa leaves us with an undeniable truth: "The only place you find success before work is in the dictionary."

Press Play to gain priceless insights from a true community leader!

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Join Belva and Tolu as they sit down with the phenomenal Felicia Wright, founder of Mygani (acronym for My God and I). Felicia tells us all about her journey, from her deep love for all things fashion and creativity to discussing the powerful connections that are opening up doors for her business.

But that's not all—Felicia gives us an exclusive expose into what’s coming up for her brand and shares some exciting products to inspire you for the holiday season! She also dives deep into the personal motivation behind her business: creating a product that empowers women and girls of color.

Get ready for an uplifting chat that's packed with inspiration!

They're diving deep into the powerful community that supports the show and sharing some of the key resources and network connections that have truly impacted them and other entrepreneurs.

Plus, they're pulling back the curtain on the other services the podcast team offers. This is your chance to learn how you can plug into their expertise and network. Tune in to get the full story on the mission, the network, and all the ways you can engage with the Black Business Live team. 

In this episode of the Black Business Live Podcast, award-winning storyteller, filmmaker, and business strategist Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson, a woman on a mission to empower and elevate others, shares how to build legacy, lead with authority, and expand your influence globally.

Underpinned by faith, this is the Market Access Playbook for Black entrepreneurs ready to break barriers, win markets, and scale with purpose.

From breaking barriers in manufacturing to navigating the complexities of ownership and succession, Karla is rewriting the narrative of legacy and generational wealth. Her story reveals what it means to take the torch, steward tradition, and boldly build forward—redefining power, leadership, and wealth for the next generation.