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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 56 MIN

From Retail Executive to Entrepreneur | Supplier Diversity, Leadership & Business Gems

from Invitation to the Cookout · host Cookout Entertainment

In this powerful episode, we sit down with a former retail executive turned entrepreneur to discuss supplier diversity, corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and building opportunities beyond the traditional workplace. We break down: * What supplier diversity really means * How major companies choose suppliers * Lessons from executive leadership * The transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship * Business gems for aspiring entrepreneurs * Representation, ownership, and legacy Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business professional, or someone looking for motivation, this conversation is packed with game. Subscribe for more conversations on food, health, and culture.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with a former retail executive turned entrepreneur to discuss supplier diversity, corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and building opportunities beyond the traditional workplace. We break down: * What supplier diversity really means * How major companies choose suppliers * Lessons from executive leadership * The transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship * Business gems for aspiring entrepreneurs * Representation, ownership, and legacy Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business professional, or someone looking for motivation, this conversation is packed with game. Subscribe for more conversations on food, health, and culture.

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