Category: Q & A

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

Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’

Obstacles are placed in front of us to see if we are able to overcome them and to challenge us to meet the task. In the case of businesswoman Natasha Burton, her obstacle is having an autoimmune disease. But, that hasn’t stopped her from being able to have multiple successful businesses to operate. The Industry… Continue reading Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’

5 Questions With… Matthew Goins

Frustrated with the lack of diversity featured in children’s puzzle drawings, Matthew Goins knew he had to start his own puzzle company to address that issue. The creation of Puzzle Huddle has led to young children being able to see images of kids that look just like them in the puzzle arena. With the effects… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Matthew Goins

5 Questions With… Corey Seaton

When Toyota was planning the release of the latest Highlander, the auto dealer called on Burrell Communications, one of the largest black-owned ad agencies in the nation, to develop a concept that would help sell the vehicle. The Industry Cosign spoke to Corey Seaton, VP Creative Director at Burrell Communications, about what went into the… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Corey Seaton

Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’

The music industry is known to chew and spit out people who lack the vision and/or staying power needed to ride the ever-changing waves. But, if you have a creative mindset and can adapt to the many trends and flows of the game, you tend to stick around and add to your success. Entrepreneur Chanel… Continue reading Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’

BIG CED’S VERY First IGTV ‘Show’ Featuring Atlantic Records’ Sydney Margetson

  View this post on Instagram   I finally made my way to Instagram Live on the suggestion of @iamterrellblair and got a chance to drag Atlantic Records’ Sydney Margetson @asakiwi into the conversation A post shared by BIG CED (@bigced328) on May 23, 2020 at 1:00pm PDT

5 Questions With… Delano A. Johnson

Being busy may be a selling point when talking to successful business people, as they tend to always occupy their lives with activities that keep them going. Delano A. Johnson is one of those people. Being a best-selling author, creative director, brand architect, and a leading authority on personal and corporate creativity has set the… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Delano A. Johnson

5 Questions With… Don Hardin

The opening of the National Museum of African American Music is scheduled to take place this Labor Day Weekend in the heart of downtown Nashville.  The Industry Cosign spoke with Don Hardin, founder of the Don Hardin Group and project manager of the construction project. During the conversation, he expressed the importance of having black-owned businesses involved… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Don Hardin

Psyche Terry: ‘We Take a Holistic Approach to Deciding What Goes in our Products’

How did you come up with the concept for your company, Urban Hydration? I remember years ago; I’d use pantry items to relieve my personal care issues. Having dry skin and hair as a kid also helped me be inquisitive about more people like me that too may suffer with allergies and eczema. I came… Continue reading Psyche Terry: ‘We Take a Holistic Approach to Deciding What Goes in our Products’

Jessie Grundy: ‘Word of Mouth has Been our Best Marketing Strategy’

The legalization of cannabis has allowed many people to open up businesses and thrive in the growing industry. The conviction rates for minorities was high, in part, because of marijuana use and selling of the product. Knowing this, Oakland created the Social Equity Program, which one entrepreneur took advantage of to start The Peakz Co.… Continue reading Jessie Grundy: ‘Word of Mouth has Been our Best Marketing Strategy’

Sekou Andrews Has Built a 7-figure Company Through Poetry

Using creativity to build a business is one of the best ways to become successful in business. Sekou Andrews has found a way to use the art of spoken word to help inspire others to reach their peak, be it through performance or speaking engagements. Andrews recently made history by becoming the first poet to… Continue reading Sekou Andrews Has Built a 7-figure Company Through Poetry

5 Questions With… Nicole Martinez

Many women of color are not pursuing a career in the tech field. Walls still need to be broken down in order to make it more acceptable for girls to want to pursue that sector. Nicole Martinez is ready to start hammering at that wall. She placed the hammer down for a moment to talk… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Nicole Martinez

TT Torrez: ‘I Think the Industry has Embraced More Women as of Lately Which is a Good Thing’

Hot 97’s T.T. Torrez has come from humble beginnings and has had to overcome struggles. For Torrez, it is very important for her to help encourage women to be empowered and she has done so by giving back through various programs throughout her storied radio career.  The multi-talented radio personality spoke to The Industry Cosign where… Continue reading TT Torrez: ‘I Think the Industry has Embraced More Women as of Lately Which is a Good Thing’

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