EPISODE · Dec 14, 2021 · 32 MIN
Toy Making, Representation, and Securing Shelf Space w/ Yelitsa Jean-Charles
from Black Tech Green Money · host The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
Yelitsa Jean-Charles is the founder and CEO of Healthy Roots Dolls, which makes toys that represent more diverse backgrounds. A Detroit native, her dolls teach natural hair care to young girls of color through the toys.On this episode, Yelitsa chats with AfroTech's Will Lucas about toys and social impact, acquiring or being acquired, and how startups can secure shelf space in major retail outlets.Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucasLearn more about other Black tech disruptors and innovators at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Yelitsa Jean-Charles is the founder and CEO of Healthy Roots Dolls
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