S1:E01 - Ciara Pressler

Episode 1 of the The Pitch Black Podcast podcast, hosted by Pitch Black, titled "S1:E01 - Ciara Pressler" was published on February 26, 2025 and runs 18 minutes.

February 26, 2025 ·18m · The Pitch Black Podcast

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Summary

In this premiere episode of The Pitch Black Podcast, host Stephen Green sits down with Ciara Pressler, founder of PREGAME, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the state of Black entrepreneurship, the shifting DEI landscape, and the tangible ways to support Black businesses beyond performative gestures.From the impact of today’s political climate to the realities Black entrepreneurs face daily, this episode challenges listeners to rethink their role in fostering real equity. Stephen and Ciara break down how money, policy, and action intersect—and why talking about it isn’t enough.Ciara Pressler is the founder of PREGAME, a company that helps entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives level up their strategy and leadership. With deep experience in branding, business strategy, and coaching, Ciara provides valuable insight into what it really takes to sustain a business in an increasingly unpredictable world. Website: https://www.pregamehq.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themayoress/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciarapressler Learn more about PREGAME → https://www.pregamehq.com Follow Stephen Green → https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG | https://www.instagram.com/pdxstepheng Discover Pitch Black → https://www.pitchblack.orgLoved this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s keep the conversation going—tag us on social media and tell us one action you’re taking to support Black businesses today.

Episode Description

In this premiere episode of The Pitch Black Podcast, host Stephen Green sits down with Ciara Pressler, founder of PREGAME, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the state of Black entrepreneurship, the shifting DEI landscape, and the tangible ways to support Black businesses beyond performative gestures.

From the impact of today’s political climate to the realities Black entrepreneurs face daily, this episode challenges listeners to rethink their role in fostering real equity. Stephen and Ciara break down how money, policy, and action intersect—and why talking about it isn’t enough.

Ciara Pressler is the founder of PREGAME, a company that helps entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives level up their strategy and leadership. With deep experience in branding, business strategy, and coaching, Ciara provides valuable insight into what it really takes to sustain a business in an increasingly unpredictable world.

Website: https://www.pregamehq.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themayoress/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciarapressler

Learn more about PREGAME → https://www.pregamehq.com
Follow Stephen Green → https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG | https://www.instagram.com/pdxstepheng
Discover Pitch Black → https://www.pitchblack.org

Loved this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s keep the conversation going—tag us on social media and tell us one action you’re taking to support Black businesses today.