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So Ambitious

Black Ambition
Entrepreneurship
Black Culture
Martha's Vineyard
Black Ambition
Economic Empowerment
Wine
Innovation
Underground Railroad
South Africa
Burnout
Mental Health
Essence Festival
Financial Literacy
Alfonso Terrell
Lanny Smith
Ingrid Bess
Tiffany Budgenista
Art
Investment
Creativity

Hosted by Black Ambition CEO Felecia Hatcher, So Ambitious is a series about what's possible when Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs can build uninterrupted. From the tech founder to the creative entrepreneur, So Ambitious tells the stories of the people building, creating, and organizing - against all odds, with authenticity, and in community. Their stories propel the conversation about ambition be... more

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Liz Thompson is an investor, philanthropist, and CEO of the Café Group, whose story embodies ambition, faith, and love in action. From her beginnings in Chicago’s Cabrini Green to co-founding Cleveland Avenue with her husband, former McDonald’s CEO D... more

Tiffany Aliche, better known as The Budgetnista, built a multimillion-dollar empire rooted in transparency, discipline, and service. From being scammed out of $35,000 and sleeping on her sister’s couch to leading a global financial education movement... more

Michael Barclay is the Chief Events Officer of Sundial Media Group, the company behind the Essence Festival of Culture – one of the largest and longest-running cultural events in the world. From managing a $10 billion finance portfolio to orchestrati... more

Candace Washington is a licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, production therapist, and author whose journey embodies resilience, transformation, and purpose. From surviving suicide attempts and battling alcoholism to walking away from a feder... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Barclay
Chief Events Officer at Sundial Media Group, involved with Essence Festival.
Sundial Media Group
Episode: 306: One Vision, One Weekend, 50,000 People: Michael Barclay on Scaling Essence Festival and Cultural Legacy
Candace Washington
Licensed psychotherapist and Air Force veteran
Episode: 305: The Hidden Cost of Ambition: Candace Washington on Founder Mental Health
BBL Drizzy
Comedian and musician known for the viral hit 'BBL Drizzy'
Episode: 304: The Future of Music is AI: How Black Creators Can Win the Next Creative Era
Creator God
Music strategist and producer working with Timbaland
Episode: 304: The Future of Music is AI: How Black Creators Can Win the Next Creative Era
Alphonzo Terrell
Co-founder of Spill and advocate for Black ownership in social media
Spill
Episode: 303: The Internet Was Built on Black Culture, Alphonzo Terrell Says It’s Time We Own It
Ingrid Best
Founder of IBest Wines, a brand focused on creating wines from the South African region.
IBest Wines
Episode: 302: The Unusual Pairing - Ingrid Best on Building Space for Black Women in Luxury & Wine
Lanny Smith
Founder of Actively Black
Actively Black
Episode: 301: The $15 Trillion Opportunity: Protecting Black Culture & Ownership | Lanny Smith, Tommy Johnson
Tommy Johnson
Co-founder of Made
Made
Episode: 301: The $15 Trillion Opportunity: Protecting Black Culture & Ownership | Lanny Smith, Tommy Johnson

Host

Felecia Hatcher
CEO of Black Ambition and the primary host of the series, focusing on empowering marginalized entrepreneurs and sharing impactful business narratives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • A Great empowerment movement.

    God said.

    Where there’s 2 or more in a place that comes together.

    They Can; move mountains.

    I love what So Ambitious is doing as an black structure business model, for helping others in the community of achievement.

    Makes me feel proud; in the direction of others to achieve successful business objectives and goals for the people of the communities

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlTheFlavorMartin3rd
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspirational and uplifting

    If you are stuck in your own mindset and looking for a way to get your business or to just get up and go after your God given genius inside of you then you must listen to this podcast. Don’t just listen but you must apply your wisdom to what you heard. Listen up and get uplifted. Excited for more episodes. Dr. Powell

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    powellflo
    United States2 years ago
  • So Ambitious

    As an entrepreneur and investor, this podcast is truly inspiring and motivating. I enjoyed the thought-provoking conversations that include golden nuggets of information that I’ve paid thousands for at conferences and mentoring. It’s also beneficial for entrepreneurs at every stage. Given that I’ve been in the game for 5 years now, I was able to connect with the messaging in both a practical and social manner. This is a must for anyone who truly desires growth-minded dialogue that’s motivating a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Hungry Black Man
    United States2 years ago
  • Unveiled Triumphs & The Heartfelt Journeys

    Just finished the first two episodes of the So Ambitious Podcast Season 2 and I'm absolutely blown away! It’s rare to hear the raw, unfiltered stories of entrepreneurs, but this podcast dives deep into the emotional rollercoaster of building a business.

    Each guest’s journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. From teary setbacks to exhilarating breakthroughs, their stories are not just inspiring, they're life-changing.

    Listening to the So Ambitious Po... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puppilus
    United States2 years ago

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Some find the personal journeys shared resonate deeply, providing motivation for their own ventures.
Many appreciate the focus on community-driven narratives and the cultural significance of discussions.
Listeners are inspired by empowering stories of entrepreneurship and personal resilience.

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308: Love Is the Investment Thesis: Lessons From 8-Figure Investment Decisions | Liz Thompson
Q: What would you say is your most ambitious legacy?
My greatest legacy will be helping people to understand that love is a strategy and nothing of any importance is going to happen without love.
308: Love Is the Investment Thesis: Lessons From 8-Figure Investment Decisions | Liz Thompson
Q: Can you share some of the biggest lessons that you learned investing in these social innovators?
Genius resides in our community in every corner, and it's important to invest where the people are closest to the answers because they already have solutions, but they just don't have access to resources.
304: The Future of Music is AI: How Black Creators Can Win the Next Creative Era
Q: When did you own your identity as a creator, given your journey?
There's a constant reflection on self-actualization, but it was during digital drawing and painting that Creator God recognized the convergence of all his childhood skills into his current creative identity.
305: The Hidden Cost of Ambition: Candace Washington on Founder Mental Health
Q: How do entrepreneurs know when to seek therapy and professional help?
Seeking therapy should be proactive; don't wait until you're in crisis. Regularly checking in on your mental health is essential.
305: The Hidden Cost of Ambition: Candace Washington on Founder Mental Health
Q: Tell us, what is burnout? And how do we know when it's not burnout and it's something else?
Burnout is when you're depleted; you might feel emotionally distressed or lethargic, unlike simple exhaustion.

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The content focuses on the journeys of Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs, sharing their experiences and insights while challenging the traditional narratives around ambition and success. It emphasizes the importance of community, authenticity, and the enactment of transformative work that goes beyond mere financial metrics. Episodes often feature deep discussions about economic empowerment, personal growth, and innovation, showcasing the resilience and creativity of marginalized voices in the entrepreneurial space. Notably, the series resonates with listeners who seek inspiration from real-life narratives that reflect the complexities and triumphs involved in building successful ventures.

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Recent guests on So Ambitious include:

1. Michael Barclay
2. Candace Washington
3. BBL Drizzy
4. Creator God
5. Alphonzo Terrell
6. Ingrid Best
7. Lanny Smith
8. Tommy Johnson

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