From Fresh Prince to a Profitable Furniture Store - Heres How You Can Do it Too - Kenya Abdul Hadi

From Howard University to Hollywood TV screens to owning a mid-century modern furniture store in Philadelphia — this episode is a masterclass in reinvention and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Haqq sits down with longtime friend and Howard classmate Kenya Abdul Hadi, co - owner of The Modern Republic, a premier mid-century modern furniture store in Philly. Before furniture, Kenya built two successful clothing brands, selling T-shirts that landed in Nordstrom, appeared on iconic shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and were worn by cultural heavyweights including Tupac, Fat Joe, DMX and LeBron James. Kenya breaks down: * How he got his clothing line into major retail stores like Nordstrom * The real strategies behind building and growing a loyal customer base * Why furniture is one of the most lucrative retail businesses * How anyone can start a furniture business today * Knowing when to pivot and evolve as an entrepreneur The conversation also dives into their shared roots at Howard University, the power of relationships, and the mindset required to build brands that last across industries. Whether you’re into fashion, furniture, retail, or entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with real game from someone who’s lived it. Don’t forget to Subscribe and Rate & Review on Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to your podcast at. #Entrepreneurship #MidCenturyModern #FurnitureBusiness #HowardUniversity #Streetwear #RetailGame #Philadelphia #TheModernRepublic #BusinessPodcast