Give'em The Business

Veronica Woodruff, CEO and Founder of Travelsist — the innovative travel tech company redefining the airport experience. From a bold idea sparked by her own travel challenges to building a platform that's making airports more accessible, inclusive, and stress-free, Veronica shares the grit, vision, and strategy behind her entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or frequent flyer, this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration."

In this milestone edition of Give'em The Business, we take a powerful walk down memory lane—revisiting the gems, grit, and game-changing insights from our first 20 episodes. From startup struggles to multimillion-dollar triumphs, Black entrepreneurs have shared their unfiltered truths, tested strategies, and bold visions for the future. Whether you're just joining us or have been tuning in since day one, this recap is a celebration of the brilliance, resilience, and business acumen that define our community. Tap in and relive the moments that have inspired, educated, and elevated us all. Your next big move might just be in something you missed the first time.

Damola Ogundipe, Founder and CEO of Plural, joins Give'em The Business to share how he's transforming civic engagement through technology. From his early days navigating entrepreneurship to building a platform that empowers communities with policy data, Damola breaks down the challenges of scaling a mission-driven tech company, raising capital, and staying grounded in purpose. This episode is a masterclass in innovation, resilience, and using data to drive impact.

Karl Gorman, founder of GLH, is on a mission to make quality housing accessible while building pathways to generational wealth. In this episode of Give'em The Business, Karl shares how GLH is tackling the affordable housing crisis with innovative development strategies rooted in community, equity, and impact. From breaking ground to giving back, Karl's story is a powerful example of how business can be both profitable and purposeful.

Kenneth Duncan is making history as the founder of Renegade Golf, the first Black-owned company to produce a USGA conforming golf ball. In this episode of Give'em The Business, he shares how he combined passion, precision, and purpose to disrupt one of the most exclusive industries in sports. From product development to building a lifestyle brand that speaks to the culture, Kenneth's journey is a powerful lesson in vision, perseverance, and rewriting the rules of the game.

At just 24 years old, Ryan Wilson co-founded The Gathering Spot—a private club redefining community, culture, and connection for Black professionals. In this episode, he shares how he raised millions, scaled nationally, and stayed true to his mission. A masterclass in purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

Dr. LaKeysha Hallmon, founder of The Village Retail and author of No One Is Self Made, shares how she built one of the nation's leading platforms for Black-owned businesses. From her Mississippi roots to national impact, she breaks down what it means to build legacy, lead with purpose, and grow through community.

We sit down with Kamal Grant, the culinary mastermind and founder behind Sublime Doughnuts—a brand that's turned fried dough into an art form and made Atlanta a sweeter place in the process. From his early days as a Navy veteran with a dream, to studying at the Culinary Institute of America and traveling the world to perfect his craft, Kamal shares how he built a doughnut empire rooted in creativity, culture, and community. Whether you're a foodie, an entrepreneur, or just love a good underdog story—this conversation is equal parts strategy and inspiration.

A conversation with Bryan Rand, Founder & CEO of Rand & Co Holdings, a values-driven private investment firm committed to backing companies that create lasting impact. From cutting his teeth on Wall Street to building a firm rooted in operational excellence and community empowerment, Bryan shares how he went from capital markets to becoming a strategic partner for entrepreneurs across industries. We explore his investment philosophy, lessons learned through scaling Rand & Co, and how his faith and family shape his approach to leadership.  If you're a founder, investor, or builder—this is a masterclass in investing with integrity.  

We sit down with the incomparable Miguel Wilson—fashion designer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Miguel Wilson Collection, a luxury menswear brand known for dressing grooms, groomsmen, and some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports. From building his brand from the ground up to launching the Miguel Wilson Wedding Experience and founding the Black Tie Experience & Ride to the Olympics, Miguel shares how he turned his passion for fashion into a movement celebrating culture, confidence, and Black excellence. With clients ranging from 2 Chainz to NFL stars, Miguel doesn't just make suits—he makes statements. This one's about legacy, leadership, and looking sharp while doing it.  

Featured on Blue Collar Millionaires we sit down for a conversation with Darnell Lee, who escaped a life of hustle and danger to establish a multi-million dollar transportation services company. 

From the housing projects of Elm Grove in Ft. Smith Arkansas, Mark Wilson learned valuable lessons of embracing risk and harnessing talent that would make him a successful entrepreneur of call center companies twice over. 

After the passing of Dr. William Pickard in June of 2024, Give'em The Business is replaying the original podcast from 2021. A conversation with the founder of General Automotive Alliance and author of Millionaire Moves: Seven Proven Principles to Entrepreneurship 

A conversation with CEO and co-founder of the multi-cultural marketing agency Ten35. 

From sharecropping to the executive suite.  A fascinating conversation with Jesse Tyson, retired President of ExxonMobil InterAmericas and former CEO of National Black MBA Association.

A conversation with the founder of Global Automotive Alliance and author of Millionaire Moves: Seven Proven Principles to Entrepreneurship 

A conversation with Michael Russell, the CEO of H.J. Russell & Company, about running a construction and real estate empire as well as growing up the son of a Civil Rights icon. 

A conversation with Adrienne Lance-Lucas, Founder of Inheritance Capital Group a Private Equity Real Estate Investment Firm with more than $200 Million in assets under management. 

A conversation with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leader Dr. Damon Williams on the what this moment in America requires of change agents and advocates for equity. 

A conversation with founder of Texcel Communications, Bud Atkins. Bud discusses entrepreneurship in Cleveland OH, getting a late start on his path to business and the leap from Corporate America to small business owner. 

A conversation with Cassius Butts, President Obama's appointee and the first African American Southeast Regional Administrator of the SBA. 

Cityscape Housing Founder Robb Jones talks about the ups and downs of real estate development and surviving the housing crisis of 2008.  

A conversation with Julius Hollis, Co-Founder of Air Atlanta, the nations first and only Black commercial airline. 

Hosted by Troy D. Evans, a new podcast launching on April 14, 2020, featuring intriguing interviews with Black Business leaders from across the globe.