Category: Q & A

Sheila Coates Utilizes Her Marketing Skills to Create a Drinking Mask for Social Distancing Happy Hours

When you have two decades of experience working in artist development, branding, and imaging and have held positions at labels such as Sony/BMG, EMI/Capitol, Arista, MCA, among others, you should know how to market products and be successful at it. Marketing executive Sheila Coates knows this and has moved forward with her company, Be Your… Continue reading Sheila Coates Utilizes Her Marketing Skills to Create a Drinking Mask for Social Distancing Happy Hours

Felicia Dortch: ‘Learn As Much As you Can About Business’

Being a single mother of four is a job in itself, especially in today’s challenging times. But, somehow Felicia Dortch is managing motherhood with her many other titles, which include author, publisher, registered nurse, public speaker, model, and entrepreneur. In an interview with The Industry Cosign, the multi-hyphenated domestic abuse survivor talks about how she… Continue reading Felicia Dortch: ‘Learn As Much As you Can About Business’

Dallas Austin: ‘My Dream Was to Always Be as Great as Quincy Jones’

When you are a Grammy-award winning producer/songwriter/keyboardist/remixer and your credits include the likes of Michael Jackson, TLC, Monica, Madonna, Will Smith, Brandy, Rihanna, Kanye West, Gwen Stefani, and many others, you might be satisfied with these accomplishments. Not so. Dallas Austin wants more and has recently relaunched the label that allowed him to be successful… Continue reading Dallas Austin: ‘My Dream Was to Always Be as Great as Quincy Jones’

Dr. Glen Toby: ‘It is Imperative to Continue to Educate Yourself’

Coming from a background of poverty can be used as an excuse to fail or the push to become successful. Dr. Glenn Toby decided to use that as motivation to build a thriving business that is still growing. As the owner and chief executive officer of Glenn Toby Enterprises (GTE), he utilizes the tools taught… Continue reading Dr. Glen Toby: ‘It is Imperative to Continue to Educate Yourself’

Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’

The Clever Agency is a communications and content creation consultancy that was co-founded by creative stalwart Molaundo Jones. Persistence and creativity helped build the agency and continues to be the hallmark. Having utilized the constant change and development of artistry and emerging evolution, Jones’ forward-thinking ideas keep him abreast of the use of modern technology.… Continue reading Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’

Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’

Sometimes things don’t work out the way you anticipate, but that doesn’t mean that you failed. In some cases, being veered away from your original plan can actually put you in a better position. That was the case for Rushion McDonald. As McDonald is still proving, nothing can stop a person when ambition and work… Continue reading Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’

5 Questions With… Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow

Being a DJ typically shapes your mindset on the virtues of entrepreneurship as you venture out to make sure you’re working to pay bills and experience doing something you love. For Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow, nee Patrick Chow, having Soca DJ King Chow, as his father, opened his eyes for his love of music. At… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Hot 97’s DJ Young Chow

5 Questions With… Marley Young

You may not have heard of Marley Young, yet….. He’s on the verge of releasing a project he feels is his best, The Marley Young Experience, and he has already worked with Gucci Mane and Young Bloods. With the launch of HITM Music Group, a Kansas City-based label, he is primed to make some creative noise! … Continue reading 5 Questions With… Marley Young

Latisha Daring: ‘Our Specific Niche is Vegan Comfort Food’

Being a successful entrepreneur is no easy feat. It takes determination, extraordinary effort, and the passion to see it through. Latisha Daring understands this all too well as she has made it happen for herself in the fashion industry. After working in fashion for 25 years, Daring decided to use the creative energy she possesses… Continue reading Latisha Daring: ‘Our Specific Niche is Vegan Comfort Food’

Terron Tidwell: ‘I’ve Always Had a Penchant for Being Good With Money’

The hustle is a very important part of a successful entrepreneur’s profile. Having to understand the business aspects as well as putting in the work to make things happen is typical for most successful business people. Serial entrepreneur Terron Tidwell learned to utilize those skills when he started a limo and taxi transportation company that… Continue reading Terron Tidwell: ‘I’ve Always Had a Penchant for Being Good With Money’

ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE podcast WITH QUESTLOVE

Questlove joins award-winning guitarist/producer Eric Krasno on his special new podcast series. Presented by Osiris Media, ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE sees the renowned musician hosting a one-of-a-kind interview series exploring the lives and work of some of his closest friends and musical collaborators. In episode 11, Krasno welcomes his friend Questlove on part one of… Continue reading ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE podcast WITH QUESTLOVE

Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted | Complex World

Complex News introduces a new episode of its “Complex World” docuseries today examining the important topic of police accountability and what has held up the process for so long.  The episode titled Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted delves into qualified immunity and how police unions have often prevented departments from disciplining… Continue reading Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted | Complex World

5 Questions With… Cicero Leak

When you’ve represented the likes of Shark Tank’s Daymond John, SiriusXM’s Sway Calloway, Fonzworth Bentley, Grammy Award Winner Fantasia Barrino, and V-103’s Big Tigger, it’s safe to bet that you can successfully wade through the waters of the entertainment industry. Understanding the wave of that industry, Cicero Leak has decided to throw his oars into the sports… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Cicero Leak

5 Questions With… Mike Bugembe

Artificial intelligence seems like something out of a science fiction novel that will play a vital part in our lives in the future. But, according to Mike Bugembe, AI is already here and he has taken advantage of the knowledge he has gained in a way that has enabled to help increase a company’s value… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Mike Bugembe

Suppressed: Why Voting Matters and How Some People Try to Stop It | Complex World

Complex News introduces a new episode of its “Complex World” docuseries delving into all things voter suppression, including why voting matters and how policies disproportionately affect minority communities from doing so. With special guests like New Orleans Saints player Malcolm Jenkins, rapper and activist Rapsody and politician Stacey Abrams, this is one episode you won’t… Continue reading Suppressed: Why Voting Matters and How Some People Try to Stop It | Complex World

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