Ep. 296 BONUS Arlan Hamilton wants you to get your first million!!!

My guest today is New York Times best selling author, serial entrepreneur and do gooder Arlan HamiltonArlan Hamilton, trailblazing investor, and founder at Backstage Capital and HireRunner.co, is a serial entrepreneur, author, and prolific speaker. She founded Backstage Capital in 2015 to invest in founders who are people of color, women and/or LGBTQ. Since its founding, Backstage has raised nearly $30 million and invested in 200 startups led by underestimated founders. Arlan is also the founder of HireRunner.co, a startup that connects outstanding employee talent with inclusive companies. Arlan published her book, “It’s About Damn Time,” in 2020, detailing her journey from homelessness to venture capital trailblazer. Arlan also hosts the popular podcast “Your First Million”, and in 2018, was the first non-celebrity Black woman to grace the cover of Fast Company magazine. Arlan’s latest book, “Your First Million: Why You Don’t Have To Be Born Into A Legacy Of Wealth To Leave One Behind” is available now!Follow Arlan on social media @ArlanwashereJoin the groundbreaking 'Your First Million LIVE' event in LA, April 9-12, 2024! This interactive gathering is spearheaded by Arlan Hamilton, a venture capitalist, founder, and author on a bold mission to create 1,000 millionaires. Experience transformative insights from Sheila Johnson, Gary V, Holly Levow, Rich Paul, Issa Rae, Suneera Madhani, Rachel Rodgers and more. You’ll gain vital tools, resources, and connections to fuel your path to your first million. Don't miss this unique chance to network with game-changers, ignite your entrepreneurial spirit, and be part of a community shaping the future of business and innovation. Go to www.yourfirstmillion.live and use code JENNYH to get 30% off your tickets for this event!Email all questions, comments and consulting requests to me anytime at [email protected] of course please follow me on instagram and threads @justjennyhutt and tiktok/twitter @jennyhutt.  Thank you for your sharing episodes you love with your community. Every download is appreciated! To join my Patreon and support my doing this podcast please subscribe Patreon.com/jennyhutt it is only $5/month and you get the video of each episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.