265: [Tiffany Holmes] Empowering Communities: The Journey of a Black Development Co-Founder
- 265: [Tiffany Holmes] Empowering Communities: The Journey of a Black Development Co-Founder Anthony Weaver 37:42
In this engaging episode of ABOUT THAT WALLET, host Anthony Weaver welcomes Tiffany Holmes, a trailblazing co-founder in the development sector, to uncover the challenges and triumphs of starting a business focused on supporting black-owned enterprises. Tiffany shares her journey, from the divine accident that led her to this field to the importance of hiring minority-owned businesses and creating a holistic wellness space for black entrepreneurs.
Join us as we discuss:
*The importance of sticking to core values and supporting minority-owned businesses.
*How the pandemic sparked the creation of a space dedicated to black business owners.
*The significance of community equity and innovative fundraising strategies.
*The role of networking and Relationships in business success.
*The challenges of grant writing and navigating geographical biases.
Tiffany’s insights provide a powerful narrative on building a business that uplifts the community while staying true to its mission. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or someone interested in social change, this episode offers valuable lessons on perseverance, equity, and the power of collective effort.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:50 – Hardest Part of Creating the Business
00:02:45 – Importance of Hiring Minority-Owned Firms
00:04:32 – The Birth of the Business Idea
00:07:30 – Turning Ideas into Action
00:09:45 – Marketing Strategies and Challenges
00:12:50 – The Role of Relationships in Business
00:15:30 – Fundraising and Community Equity
00:18:15 – Overcoming Geographical Biases in Grant Writing
00:21:40 – Skills and Habits for Business Success
00:24:00 – Financial Literacy and Budgeting
00:26:15 – Personal Growth and Public Speaking
00:28:40 – Final Four Questions
Discover more about Tiffany Holmes and her work:
Website: https://theauxevanston.com
Instagram: @theauxevanston
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