Episode 19: WOCIB with Dr. Kristian Edwards

Dr. Kristian Edwards joins us to talk about her entrepreneur journey and passion - providing a marketplace of non-toxic products for Black consumers. We completed our conversation in two parts, combined into one for your enjoyment.While researching for her dissertation, Kristian learned that products created and marketed to black people are more toxic than other products. Kristian was surprised to learn of the toxins put into products produced for the black population with little restriction and concern. This was eye-opening information! Listen as she shares how this led to the creation of her toxin free marketplace. Her company, Blk and Grn represents products produced by Black woman owned businesses, that are also Green, as in non-toxic. Don't you just love it when we are moved to create better out of pure care for each other!Dr. Edwards has created a wonderful safe haven where we can shop beauty, wellness, and home items, all certified toxin free, and all produced by Black Women Owned businesses! Yesss! You can shop with the confidence that each product has gone through a stringent examination for acceptance in her marketplace! You won't find any white-label products there.Dr. Kristian graciously opens up and shares a myriad of lessons she has learned while facing the challenges of being an entrepreneur. We discuss her development of standard operating procedures (SOP) to ensure her business keeps flowing even when she is not able to be present. We also discuss the importance of passing down a new set of household staples to future generations, that are produced by black women and non-toxic.In the spirit of simplifying your holiday shopping experience, Kristian has launched a Holiday Bundle that allows shoppers to choose 5 products, for different uses, for the great price of $55! What an awesome chance to discover your new favorite or get an assortment of gifts!Enjoy the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts! I hope you find inspiration, information and encouragement in our conversation.BLKAND GRN:Connect with Dr. Kristian in the following places.IG - @blkandgrnwww.blkgrn.comSupport the show✨ Support the Podcast ✨  Become an EmpowerHER Insider for $10/month → HERE🌐 Visit website: www.empowerherbusiness.us 📧 For speaking & sponsorships: [email protected]  📱 Connect on Instagram: HERE @empowerher_biz Together, we’re helping women entrepreneurs thrive beyond Year Five!