In today's episode,  we do a compilation of the lessons and tips that our guests have shared to wrap up this season's last episode.  We hope you took away some good gems from this season. Until next season this is unfiltered.  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online. This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, our host chats with Victory Omotayo. Victory Omotayo is a Business Coach and Launch Expert helping service providers and new coaches leverage their genius to create, market, and launch a four-figure coaching program on social. She is extremely passionate about empowering women and uplifting their voices and is sought after for her expertise in women empowerment, personal development, owning your authentic story, and has been featured in the press and podcasts where she speaks to the importance of female business ownership. A Masters of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology graduate from the University of Waterloo, Victory is a multi-passionate serial entrepreneur who ran her previous e-commerce business solo for a year before she exited and sold it in 2018. She sits on the Advisory Board of Cornell University’s entrepreneurial program called W.E. Cornell and is an Impact Investor at a Bay Area Non-Profit Foundation. Connect with Victory Online:  Instagram | Twitter |Linkedin | Online  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online. This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, I chat with Aminka Belvitt, Aminka Belvitt was born in Wakefield, Jamaica, and raised in Kitchener, Ontario. She is a former Canadian Parliamentary Member’s Assistant turned digital marketing consultant, innovator, advocate, mentor, and speaker. She studied Public Administration & Political Science at the University of Ottawa then Public Policy & Public Affairs at the School of Community Policy and Public Affairs Concordia University followed by a Marketing Analytics, Campaigns & Engagement professional development certificate from Columbia Business School. Her career started in Canadian politics and expanded into the not-for-profit sector working for organizations like The Heart & Stroke Foundation and Montreal Institute for Genocide & Human Rights Studies before entering the corporate sector, in the field of Social Media Marketing. In 2015 she entered the tech industry working for a local tech start-up in Montreal, as the Marketing & Business Manager. In her role she contributed to the duties of IT project management, ensuring the delivery of project objectives and deadlines. Having this opportunity to manage tech projects sparked her interest in advancing opportunities for women within the tech industry. This led her to create her own tech start-up, Wofemtech; and A NEW REALITY: Tech Summit for Girls, in addition, to expand programs offered by her organization, The ForUsGirls Foundation. As the Founder and CEO of Wofemtech Solutions, a virtual collective platform empowering women and girls worldwide through the connectivity of learning and technology. This platform provides entrepreneurial and professional women tools & services to create their own online courses, masterclasses, webinars, and video conferencing. In 2018 she created A NEW REALITY: Tech Summit for Girls, in partnership with SAP Next-Gen. Connect with Aminka Online: Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Online | WOFEMTECH SOLUTION If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online. This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode our Host Aisha Addo is in the interview seat as she discusses entrepreneurship, funding, and the importance of believing in yourself and your venture.  A Lil about our host: Aisha Addo thrives on working to make the world a better place for women. Although I’m a graduate in Business Administration-Accounting, my true passion and dedication lie in ensuring girls around the world are provided with the guidance and resources that help them identify their true purpose and calling to reach their full potential. She founded Power To Girls Foundation, a non-profit organization to offer young girls the mentors and role models that were absent during her own youth. As a facilitator and director of Power To Girls, she uses her personal experiences and knowledge to create safe and engaging spaces for the girls she works with. She is the recipient of the Young Black and Gifted Award for Community Service and was also named a Black Diversity Group Role Model and One of 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada and among the 150 Black Women making history in Toronto.  DriveHER, the ride-sharing service for women by women, is her latest initiative and the next step in my journey to continue to empower and protect women. Connect With Aisha Online: Instagram | Twitter  | Website  | Power to Girls | DriveHER  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online. This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, I chat with  Ebony Butler, a Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist and Food Relationship Strategist who has made it her mission to help women of color heal and thrive in the areas of trauma and diet recovery. Dr. Ebony specializes in guiding women to develop skills that increase their effectiveness in interpersonal interactions, including communication and asking for/getting what they want and need. Aligning with her passion to break through barriers that make it difficult for Black people and other people of color to access quality mental health care, Dr. Ebony created the first-ever self-exploration card deck for Black women and other women of color. Connect with Dr. Ebony  Online:   Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Online | My Therapy Cards If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online.  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, we chat with Alysha Campbell of Culture Shit HR. Alysha M. Campbell is an accomplished and respected Strategic HR Leader with a decade of experience that encompasses all facets of Human Resource Management. From executing successful multi-million dollar workforce recruitment and optimization projects to spearheading employee culture initiatives, Alysha has truly seen and done it all in the HR space. Her passion for the industry has led her to start her own HR Consultancy and Strategy agency - CultureShift HR. As Founder and Principal, Alysha uses her business acumen to help companies utilize and engage their best talent while creating purposeful work environments that help businesses grow and thrive. Within Alysha’s business practices, she encourages companies to embrace the “Employee First” philosophy that focuses on shifting the cultural dynamics and encouraging recognition of positive results and behaviors. Ultimately this leads to greater employee engagement, customer service, and recurring revenue allowing clients to stay competitive in their respective industry and labor market. Connect with Alysha Online:   Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | CultureShiftHR  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, we chat with Olabiyi Dipeolu. Olabiyi is a  Data Scientist and founder of Maqoba  Olabiyi started Maqoba because he had a nervous breakdown in 2017, but recovered. He realized that not everyone who has mental health issues is able to recover due to finances, community, and access to care, so he started Maqoba. Maqoba is a social venture which provides mental health care treatment for those who are not able to do so themselves. This is done through sales from affordable products. Connect with Olabiyi Online  Support Maqgoba : Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Website  |  Olabiyi Online  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this episode, I chat with Karlyn Percil of KDPM Consulting. As a survivor of child sexual abuse, bullying, depression & anxiety – I know what it’s like to live in a dark place – and I know what it takes to get out of that dark place & to choose life daily to live, to love & to laugh. To look at the person you see in the mirror and love and accept who you see unconditionally. Truth is, change won’t come unless you commit to doing the work & the life you really want. As someone who has fought for her right to be beautiful, to achieve her goals and dreams in life, to break free of the glass ceiling I allowed life’s circumstances to place on me – I have done some incredible things – from launching my day planner,  opening myself up to give & receive love, to hosting my own Talk Show – & the truth is I have only just begun!  I am living my boldest, biggest dreams. Connect with Karlyn Online - Instagram | Twitter |  LinkedIn | Website  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host, Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In today's episode, we chat with Edem Adaho; Edem Adzaho is a Writer, a multiple award-winning Human Capacity Developer, an Educator and a traveler, who is passionate about helping people take steps in the direction of their greatness. She recently started hosting immersive learning retreats for high achieving women. Edem is Ghanaian and splits her time between Ghana and Iceland. She shares personal and professional development lessons and tips on YouTube and hosts the Vamejo Travel Podcast, where she helps shape the positive narrative of Africa by talking to Africans and non-Africans passionate about traveling Africa the world. Connect with Edem: Instagram | Twitter | Online | Vamejo Travel If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this bonus episode, we chat with Bridget Boakye a data scientist, entrepreneur, and writer. She is the co-founder of ChaleKasa, a bespoke events company curating experiences to connect Diasporans and Africans and the co-founder of Africans on China, a consultancy and advisory connecting African entrepreneurs and institutions to China and vice-versa. She also advises countless technology startups in Ghana and Nigeria, with a focus on 4IR solutions. For her work, she was named a Frank 5 Fellow of Swarthmore College, 2018-2019; Hamambe Alliance Entrepreneur Associate, 2019; Amplify Africa Fellow of AkonaNet, 2017-2018, Global Shaper Accra Hub Curator; 2019-2020. She has published over 100 articles with more than 1+million views in Crunch Base, The Data-Driven Investor, Face2Face Africa, Blavity, and Future of Ghana publications, and has been featured in Forbes with the Harambe Alliance. Her debut book, Should I Return, is a number #1 Amazon new release in African Literature. Follow Bridget on Socials Instagram | Website | Buy Should I Return  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

 In today's episode, we chat with Bridget Boakye a data scientist, entrepreneur, and writer. She is the co-founder of ChaleKasa, a bespoke events company curating experiences to connect Diasporans and Africans and the co-founder of Africans on China, a consultancy and advisory connecting African entrepreneurs and institutions to China and vice-versa. She also advises countless technology startups in Ghana and Nigeria, with a focus on 4IR solutions. For her work, she was named a Frank 5 Fellow of Swarthmore College, 2018-2019; Hamambe Alliance Entrepreneur Associate, 2019; Amplify Africa Fellow of AkonaNet, 2017-2018, Global Shaper Accra Hub Curator; 2019-2020. She has published over 100 articles with more than 1+million views in Crunch Base, The Data-Driven Investor, Face2Face Africa, Blavity, and Future of Ghana publications, and has been featured in Forbes with the Harambe Alliance. Her debut book, Should I Return, is a number #1 Amazon new release in African Literature. Follow Bridget on Socials Instagram | Website | Buy Should I Return  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In Today's episode, we chat with Cassy Isabella of The Roaming Republic. Cassy Isabella is a multi-disciplined creative, hailing from Toronto, who has been working in both the travel industry and social work field for more than four years. Her background in Child and Youth Worker and combined love for travel has made her passionate about using her access to travel to aid in international development and create opportunities for people from disenfranchised communities to experience the world. Prior to entering the travel industry, Cassy accumulated 10 years of experience in event planning - ranging from wedding planning, curating youth empowerment events, workshops, and multi-arts events throughout Toronto and finally began curating black travel meetups in the US before co-creating The Roaming Republic.  Her combined passions make it her priority to curate travel experiences that are not only fun but are done in an ethical and affordable manner that gives back to the local communities they touch. Through The Roaming Republic, Cassy hopes to encourage minorities to explore the world and to help build a community where like-minded individuals can feel at home wherever they may find themselves. Follow Cassy on Socials  Instagram Follow The Roaming Republic  on Socials: Instagram  | Website  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In Todays Episode we chat with Randel Adjei. Randell Adjei is an entrepreneur, speaker, and spoken word practitioner who uses his gifts to empower through Edutainment. He is the founder of one of Toronto's largest youth-led initiatives; Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere (R.I.S.E Edutainment). In 2018, R.I.S.E received the Toronto Arts Foundation’s, Mayor’s Youth Arts Award. Randell is the author of “I am Not my struggles,” a powerful Anthology released in 2018. He is a cohort 2 Studio Y MaRS DD Fellow and 1 of 4 coaches involved in the Toronto Public Library (Poetry Saved Our Lives) project. Randell was the Black Canadian Awards - Best Spoken Word award winner in 2015. Randell was also named CBC’s Metro Morning’s Torontonian of the Year in 2015 and NOW Magazines Local Hero in May 2017. Randell recently opened up for President Barack Obama at the Economic Club of Canada. He has also opened up for Terry Crews, Paul Mooney, Saul Williams, and Mayor John Tory. Follow Randell on Socials  Instagram | Twitter | Website | PURCHASE I am not my struggles.  Follow RISE EDUTAINMENT on Socials: Instagram  | Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this episode, we chat with Eyitemi Innovation Strategist and founder of Ayiba Magazine and Girls Trips Tour. She is an entrepreneur who invests in products, services, and ecosystems that help women thrive. Whether through media, technology, or tourism, her focus is on creating sustainable growth for women-focused initiatives, especially in Africa. She believes there is so much space for disruption with products and services that meet the needs - and ambitions - of women; especially those on the African continent. In 2012, She graduated from Mount Holyoke College, one of seven sisters, with high honors. She studied International Relations and Digital Media (computer science and film production). She also holds a Master’s in Digital Experience Innovation from the University of Waterloo and am certified in digital publishing from NYU. She has spent most of her professional career working in design thinking, product management, and innovation strategy. While running her businesses: Ayiba Media and Girls Trip Tours, She works in deep tech VC as an entrepreneur in residence. Follow Eyitemi on Socials  Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin  Follow Ayiba Magazine on Socials:  Instagram | Twitter | Website  Follow Girls Trips Tour on Socials: Instagram  | Website  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this episode, we chat with Bili Balogun of Tribe Beauty Box . Anything but conventional, Bili Balogun is a mentor, youth leader, and a budding beauty entrepreneur who has built a global brand in a noisy industry, leveraging the power of community. Bili took the big leap to start her business two weeks after her college graduation in November 2017. With an initial investment of only $300, Bili bootstrapped her business to over $500,000 in sales, in 2 years. Surrounding herself with a network of professionals who do it best, her focus has been on building a business of accessibility and empowerment. Bili has been featured in Flare Magazine, York University Publications, Shopify Masters Podcast, and more. Follow Tribe Beauty Box on Socials: I    Instagram  |  Facebook | Website  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In the first episode of the season, we chat with Lucia Bakulumpagi- Wamala the founder and CEO Of Bakulu Power  In a traditional and male-centric industry, Lucia Bakulumpagi-Wamala’s focus is on developing and implementing collaborative renewable energy projects that engage communities, empower women, and contribute to environmental sustainability. As the CEO and Founder of Bakulu Power, a renewable energy company based in Uganda, Lucia’s goal is to power our tomorrow with projects and initiatives that foster social, environmental, and economic development in her native country and throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.   Lucia’s advocacy of impactful energy solutions and work on behalf of Bakulu Power has seen her represent the company at high-level events worldwide such as the United Nations GeneralAssembly, African Union Summit, and World Trade Organization’s Public Forum. Lucia has also served as the keynote speaker at the 2018 Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue and has lectured at the Yale School of Management. She has been interviewed by BBC, CNBC Africa, Le Point, AlJezeera, Design Indaba, CBC and Africa News, and has been profiled in Brussels Airlines’ “b-inspired” and Forbes Afrique, Forbes Magazine as one of the 30 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs in Africa (2017) and Institute Choiseul as one of the 100 African Economic Leaders for Tomorrow. Lucia holds a BSocSc in Public Administration with a Specialization in Community Intervention from the University of Ottawa and is also a graduate of the UK Prince of Wales Business Sustainability Programme from Cambridge University. Follow Lucia on Socials:  LinkedIn |  Instagram | Twitter  If you enjoy this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, share, and rate on wherever you listen to Unfiltered. Connect with us on Instagram  @unfilteredwithaisha and with our host Aisha on LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Online  This episode is edited and produced by David Dobo of Deluxe Sound Studio  www.daviddobo.com/deluxesoundstudio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

Welcome to Another exciting season of UNFILTERED The Podcast. This season is going to be full of gems and lessons from our guests from all walks of life!!!! Welcome to Life Unfiltered.  Follow Us on Instagram: @unfilteredwithaisha --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this week's episode, we chat with Jasmine Jones founder and COO  of Cherry Blossom Intimates. When her grandmother was battling breast cancer, Jasmine Jones recognized the challenge that existed for breast cancer survivors in finding post-mastectomy prosthetics that matched their lifestyles and their skin tone. Inspired by her grandmother’s experience, Jasmine partnered with Dr. Regina Hampton and founded Cherry Blossom Intimates, the first of its kind breast health facility and intimates boutique. The store creates custom post-mastectomy breast prosthetics and fits women for bras in cup sizes A through N. They’ve created a safe space where every woman, no matter her bra size or her breast cancer stage can feel beautiful and shop for intimates. Jasmine speaks on the topics of entrepreneurship and modern womanhood. Her talks have spanned the globe, including Dubai where she led a fireside chat with businesswomen from around the world and Israel where she spoke at the Forbes Global Women's Conference. Jasmine served her community as Miss District of Columbia USA 2016 and as Miss Black District of Columbia USA. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Entrepreneurship from Trinity Washington University in Washington D.C. Most recently, Jasmine was named Forbes 30 Under 30 in the Retail and E-Commerce category for the innovative retailing methods seen at Cherry Blossom Intimates. Jasmine speaks French fluently and is on track to touch all 7 continents in 2019. Follow Jasmine Online: http://www.jasminerjones.com/| LINKEDIN | TWITTER| INSTAGRAM   CHERRY BLOSSOMS INTIMATES: INSTAGRAM | TWITTER  Follow us on all social media platforms.  @unfilteredwithaisha Host: @aishaafua  | www.aishaaddo.com  Graphics By Boathouse Studios --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this week's episode, we chat with Vivian Kaye founder and CEO of KinkyCurlyYaki. For 13 years, Vivian Kaye has bootstrapped two businesses from the ground up. For the last 6 years, she has strictly focused on the e-commerce world where she built  KinkyCurlyYaki, a textured hair extensions company, to over 1 million in annual revenue. Vivian loves sharing what she's learned with her coaching clients,  a keynote speaker & mentor. Vivian has been featured on Shopify's Expert Academy Series, Ted Conference's "The Way We Work" and in digital publications such as Black Enterprise, Ebony Magazine, Refinery21, Blavity and podcasts such as Shopify’s Vanguard, Side Hustle Pro, Hashtags & Stilettoes and She Did it Her Way. Follow Vivian Online : www.viviankaye.com| LINKEDIN | TWITTER| INSTAGRAM | KINKYCURLYYAKI Follow us on all social media platforms.  @unfilteredwithaisha Host: @aishaafua  | www.aishaaddo.com  Graphics By: Boathouse Studios --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support

In this weeks episode we  continue our chat with Andy Ayim, Product Manager , Investor and Managing Director at BackStage London. We chat about Investments for Entrepreneurs, understanding VC's and the different options for financing your business.   Andy Ayim is a product leader and business builder. He is currently the Managing Director of Backstage London, which invests $100K and supports women, people of colour and/or LGBT founders. Prior to Backstage, Andy has worked in a range of product roles in companies such as WorldFirst, acquired by Ant Financial for $700m.  He is passionate about creating pathways into tech and upskilling people from low income backgrounds. He serves on the Boards of YSYS, Flipside and Mixtape Madness, a startup he cofounded with his brothers and friends. In 2018, Andy was named in the FT as one of the top 10 most influential BAME tech leaders in the UK. Follow Andy Online : www.andyayim.com | LINKEDIN | TWITTER | PRODUCT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR Follow us on all social media platforms.  @unfilteredwithaisha Host :@aishaafua  | www.aishaaddo.com  Graphics By : Boathouse Studios --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfilteredwithaisha/support