Sabeeka Al Buainain is an HR professional with mixed international experience from the EMEA region

She has worked in various HR roles mostly in Energy and public sector in the Middle East and Europe.

Her main focus is transformation, change management, digitalization, HR strategy, and upskilling.

Author, professor, lecturer, public speaker, entrepreneur, music executive, artist manager, fighter, and survivor would be the words used, to sum up, the life and career of Mathew Knowles, Ph.D.

Knowles is widely recognized in the entertainment industry for his effective approach to developing and promoting award-winning artists. As founder of Music World Entertainment Corporation, he has served as executive producer for more than 100 award-winning, platinum, and gold albums in multiple genres, including pop, R&B, gospel, dance, and country, as well as soundtracks and special-themed projects. Record sales have exceeded 450 million worldwide, with work featuring some of the biggest names in music including Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, The O’Jays, Destiny’s Child, Solange, and Beyoncé, to name a few.

Author, professor, lecturer, public speaker, entrepreneur, music executive, artist manager, fighter, and survivor would be the words used, to sum up, the life and career of Mathew Knowles, Ph.D.

Knowles is widely recognized in the entertainment industry for his effective approach to developing and promoting award-winning artists. As founder of Music World Entertainment Corporation, he has served as executive producer for more than 100 award-winning, platinum, and gold albums in multiple genres, including pop, R&B, gospel, dance, and country, as well as soundtracks and special-themed projects. Record sales have exceeded 450 million worldwide, with work featuring some of the biggest names in music including Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, The O’Jays, Destiny’s Child, Solange, and Beyoncé, to name a few.

Bri is based in the Katy/West Houston Area.
Bri finished her Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management at Cumberland University. She played basketball during her college years and she also coached basketball.
She has been with Amazon for 9 years. Bri started as a seasonal associate and worked her way up to become the Regional Director of Operations. Bri oversees 5 of Amazon's largest fulfillment centers with nearly 20,000 employees.

I love to see the joy in people’s conversations when they speak of the love they have for their careers and their organization!!! You can definitely see that in Bri Tye. Take a look or listen as she walks us with her Amazon journey. Both, she and her journey are amazing!

Employees are one of our best brand ambassadors!!! Tony and Ben represent those of you who travel through life…then…land exactly where you are supposed to be. Kudos to the recruiting team for matching them to two great examples of “best fit”!!!

Enjoy these amazing Amazon journeys of two of the many superstars sitting around the globe working for common initiatives.

I can’t wait for you to see their journeys and looking forward to hearing your feedback from our discussion about these cool careers! Enjoy!

Employees are one of our best brand ambassadors!!! Tony and Ben represent those of you who travel through life…then…land exactly where you are suppose to be. Kudos to the recruiting team for matching them to two great examples of “best fit”!!!

Enjoy these amazing Amazon journeys of two of the many superstars sitting around the globe working for common initiatives.

I can’t wait for you to see their journeys and looking forward to hearing your feedback from our discussion about these cool careers! Enjoy!

Devina Bhojwani, is an accomplished leader who pivoted her career to entrepreneurship after a decade in the Oil & Gas sector

She is the President at Idea Lab Kids, a STEAM based education franchise founded in Houston, TX. Idea Lab has franchise presence in eight states in North America, Canada, and the Middle East.
Idea Lab has franchise presence in eight states in North America, Canada, and the Middle East. Under Devina’s leadership, the Company has launched a new SaaS based EdTech platform called “STEAM on DemandSM”.
She has also been a franchisee and owned and operated several Gymboree play & music center.
She also serves on the board of the Jones business school at Rice University along with several other non-profit boards.

Bavu Blakes is an educator, a servant–leader, and an award-winning musician. His studio collaborators include Grammy winners Adrian Quesada, Jon Deas, Brannen Temple, Symbolyc One, Gary Clark, Jr., and Illmind. As a practitioner, Mr. Blakes is a curriculum & instruction specialist.

Mr. Blakes has received several awards for his scholarly work.
• 2017 UT-Austin Martha C. Ovando Outstanding Student Leadership Award
• 2017 Decker Middle School Teacher of the Year,
• 2017 KLRU Graduate Champion
• 2016 E4 Youth Educator of the Year

Sarah is a graduate of the University of Texas in Austin (hook ‘em horns), with a degree in Corporate Communication and a Business Foundations certification.

She is a long-time retailer with over 25 years of experience in the industry, from her first-ever job at Target (still her favorite store!), followed by Gap, Banana Republic, and Neiman Marcus.

“Retail is always changing. I love what I do because it gives me a sense of purpose, I get to work with incredible and creative people, and I’m always learning something new. Plus I love to make an excel spreadsheet for just about anything.”
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Guest: Sarah Gourley
Host: Sha Lee Hornsby
Editor: Mary Ann Jabat
Music: Blu Cantrell - Hit Em Up Style Instrumental Hip Hop Rap R&B Mp3 Songs DJs Free Remix Music Promotion Album Karaoke Lyrics Pictures MySpace New
Sleeping Ghost - Italo Chillwave

Happy Minority Mental Health Month! I am discussing mental wellness with a Licensed Professional Therapist, Tami Vienn Allen. She gives us a few tips on how to get started on your search for a therapist. We also tackle topics about how therapy is viewed in POC communities and how COVID has helped us made it more simple to receive effective treatment.

Tami specializes in Relationships and providing solutions for individuals and couples.

Tami opened her first salon, Elige Salon, in February of 1999. During her 25+ years in the business, Allen also developed an online Continuing Education course for cosmetology professionals and was sought out as a leader in the industry.

Allen earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Phoenix, Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Capella University, licensure to practice Professional Counseling, and Mediation Certification in Texas.

In November 2016, she opened, the Allen Counseling Group PLLC, in Bellaire, Texas

In addition to growing her practice, Allen is in the process of writing her first book and developing her non-profit, Initiating Change

Amber has thrived in various positions in professional sports with the NBA, NFL, and NCAA, and non-profit organizations around the DFW metroplex. She holds a BA in Communication from The University of Oklahoma and is also a citizen of the US and Antigua and Barbuda. husband and wife Amber C. Edwards and S. Johnathan Reese founded ACE7 which is a digital boutique excursion and resources firm.
Amber C. Edwards is taking us beyond a vacation. What about living on an island part-time or full-time? It’s no longer an unreasonable request or a fantasy. This can actually be your reality.

Learn more about this way of living as we discuss living abroad as an expat.

The Guests:

Melissa Lane-Long

She has 13 years of experience in the auto finance industry. A native Texan, Melissa has a B.A. in Marketing from the University of Texas in Tyler.
She has volunteered for numerous non-profit organizations and served as an attorney for Teen Court in Smith County.
Her drive to help others and her community were displayed when she recently was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer. She used Facebook to blog about her experience, share photos, and be candid about the impacts on the individual and family.

Kim Parker

Exceptional client service is really what she’s all about. Always looking for ways to inspire, engage, delight, or create a lasting solution or memory.
Kim’s focus on Finance and Accounting for over 20 years has earned her a reputation for identifying game-changers that make the difference.
Kim graduated from SWT aka Texas State University and was a leader even then as President of the Delta Zeta Sorority, and was also involved in Student Foundation and Order of Omega.

Dylan is a dynamic speaker, passionate coach, mentor, Author and consultant.
He is a certified Professional in Human Resources and holds a
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from University of Maryland, University College.

• General McArthur award
• Reserve Officer Outstanding Warrant Officer of the year
• Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Volunteer of the year
• Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.

Starting Season 2 on a funny note! I’m completely overjoyed about introducing you to Marcus D. Wiley. We dive into his comedy career and how it all began. He also shares a bit of his entrepreneurial spirit and his leaps of faith. Either way, he remains very family-focused and never sacrificing his foundational values while on his journey.

...”making light AND shedding light!” —Marcus D. Wiley

Marcus D Wiley is a premiere entertainer whose class of comedy surpasses the status quo. A three-time college graduate with an Associates's Degree in Fine Art Theatre, Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/TV Film, and Master’s Degree in Communications, Marcus is also a published author.

"A modern-day Dick Gregory."
-Cathy Hughes

"A comedic genius, radio mogul."
-Yolanda Adams

Catch him Monday – Friday, 5 am-9 am on The Yolanda Adams Morning Show

Happy to introduce Nichelle Poindexter!!! She walks us through her eventful career journey while highlighting key moments and individuals guiding her to more opportunities. She also gives us a bit of advice for this experiencing career pivots and transitions, too. Enjoy the last interview of my first season! Big shout out to @Keresa Harrison + @Veronica Cross @1:51. Nichelle A. Poindexter is Vice President of Membership Acquisition & Engagement for the Greater Houston Partnership. Poindexter began her career in the entertainment industry, serving in marketing and business development leadership roles for Music World Entertainment. Poindexter graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with dual majors in communications and business and completed board leadership training as a member of the United Way Project Blueprint Class XXXVII.

Austin is just an easy conversationalist! He spoke about his work in civil and human rights but also about the demands of working virtually and sprinkled legal and career advice along the way. Thanks, Austin! What a blast—let’s do this again.

Diversity/Inclusion: Toni explains how and why differences are important in an organization. She also drops gems about being an asset and more about mentorship. Listen, learn and lead!!!! Antoinette “Toni” Hubbard recently retired as Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion after 10 years with Trinity Health at their system headquarters in Livonia, Michigan. Toni is presently an officer of the board of directors for Mercy Education Project, a program dedicated to helping women and girls achieve academic success. She led the strategic plan development to address diversity and inclusion in the workplace, in the community, and in the equitable delivery of health care. She graduated from the University of Houston and received a Certificate of Diversity Management in Health Care from Georgetown University.

Listen to Part 1 of Austin's conversation about his very rewarding career of representing all human, civil, and employment rights! Austin is for the People! Watch and Learn. @terriahutchinson Austin Kaplan is the founder and managing attorney of Kaplan Law Firm, PLLC, employment law, and civil rights boutique that represents individuals. In 2015, he received national recognition for successfully suing a Texas County Clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses. In 2016, he was named the Austin under 40 “Austinite of the Year.” In 2017, he was Chairperson of the City of Austin's Ethics Commission. In 2018, he was President of the Austin Young Lawyers Association. In 2019 he was Chairperson of the Austin Bar Association’s Pro Bono Committee. Along the years, he has been a Super Lawyer Rising Star, a Super Lawyer Top 100 member, Texas Bar Foundation Fellow, Austin Bar Foundation Fellow, Texas Bar College Fellow, and in 2020 Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law.

Meet Donovan Lewis as he talks about his sports radio career journey. Watch and share! Born and raised in Dallas, Donovan graduated with a degree in Radio/Television from East Texas State University (now Texas A&M, Commerce). Donovan started his radio career as a board operator at Talk radio 570AM in 1993. From 1994 to 1999, he had an on-air experience on the Kevin McCarthy Show working on the “Flight Deck”. In 2003, Donovan moved to 93.3 FM “The Bone” as the morning show producer for the Bo Roberts Morning show and later at a co-host/sports reporter for “The Big Bone Morning Show”. In 2006, Donovan was moved to BaD Radio (The Bob and Dan Show) on Sports Radio 96.7/1310. In 2015 paired with Texas Radio Hall of Famer Norm Hitzges to start The Norm and D Invasion also on The Ticket. He’s been the host of the Dallas Cowboys postgame show since 2007, also heard on the Ticket.