Fascinating Ohio: a journalist, business innovator and retail leader

A U.S. Air Force veteran recently returned to Taiwan 53 years after serving there.Columbus native and journalist TC Brown reflects on that time long ago and the geopolitical realities facing the island nation today.Growing a small business is difficult. It requires a significant amount of tech expertise. Buckeye Innovation is a software engineering team located in New Albany that helps businesses design and build digital tools.The founder has been making websites since the 6th grade and is dedicated to supporting other innovators growing their businesses.The CEO and co-founder of the Women of Color Retail Alliance was just recognized as one of Columbus Monthly’s 2026 class of Inspiring Women.The organization is working to diversify retail jobs and elevate Women of Color within those roles through training and support networks.Guests:TC Brown, journalist/authorBrad Griffith, founder, Buckeye InnovationKimberly Lee Minor, CEO and co-founder, Women of Color Retail Alliance