Creating the Next Generation of Wealth in the Black Community with Mark Jackson II

Author of Read Me, Or Stay Broke, Mark Jackson II sits down with Brad on this episode to explain his journey of starting out in the Air Force, winding up broke and making the decision to teach himself financial literacy.  His driving force; his two sons. Today Mark has created several successful businesses, completed dozens of real estate transactions and stands in an elite circle of highly sought after Black Leaders who speak on the subject of success.  In this empowering episode, Mark shares what it's like to be a bestselling author whose books are used as a curriculum for the next generation of financial literacy seekers.  Mark Jackson II Bio: Mark Sweeney Jackson II is a financial mentor, motivational speaker, student-teacher, and professional real estate investor. Jackson is a highly decorated Air Force Veteran. His knowledge and experience has taken him all over the globe, including residing in Tokyo, Japan. In addition to spending five years enlisted in the United States Air Force. Jackson continued his government career and service to his country with the U.S. Department of Defense for seven years. During this period Jackson re-interested himself in real estate while completing his B.A. in two years.  Through his company Sweeney and Sons Consulting LLC he's authored several best selling books and hosts financial workshops. His book Read Me or Stay Broke is changing lives and opening the eyes of people all over the world to the secrets of wealth building. He has been involved in a variety of real estate transactions totaling millions of dollars as he oversees all acquisitions for potential and current investments at M&C Real Estate LLC. He has also served as a financial consultant for many private companies including ManoCo International Public Relations.  As a proud father of two sons, and serves as financial advisor and treasurer at The Christ Experience Church in Oklahoma City. A passionate volunteer Mark is a well known YMCA Basketball and Baseball coach. Mark Jackson II is now at the cusp of his career. His keen mind and big heart have already solidified him as a source of inspiration to thousands. Host: Brad Szollose First things, first. How do you say Szollose? It’s pronounced zol-us. Fueled by the passion to ignite game-changing conversations, serial entrepreneur and award-winning author Brad Szollose created Awakened Nation®—a podcast dedicated to deeper conversations with today's cutting edge entrepreneurs, idea makers and disruptors, bestselling authors, activists, healers, spiritual leaders, professional athletes, celebrities and rock stars...conversations that take a deep dive into the extraordinary.