265: [Tiffany Holmes] Empowering Communities: The Journey of a Black Development Co-Founder

In this engaging episode of ABOUT THAT WALLET, host Anthony Weaver welcomes Tiffany Holmes, a trailblazing co-founder in the development sector, to uncover the challenges and triumphs of starting a business focused on supporting black-owned enterprises. Tiffany shares her journey, from the divine accident that led her to this field to the importance of hiring minority-owned businesses and creating a holistic wellness space for black entrepreneurs.

Join us as we discuss:

*The importance of sticking to core values and supporting minority-owned businesses.

*How the pandemic sparked the creation of a space dedicated to black business owners.

*The significance of community equity and innovative fundraising strategies.

*The role of networking and relationships in business success.

*The challenges of grant writing and navigating geographical biases.

Tiffany’s insights provide a powerful narrative on building a business that uplifts the community while staying true to its mission. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or someone interested in social change, this episode offers valuable lessons on perseverance, equity, and the power of collective effort.

The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:50 - Hardest Part of Creating the Business 00:02:45 - Importance of Hiring Minority-Owned Firms 00:04:32 - The Birth of the Business Idea 00:07:30 - Turning Ideas into Action 00:09:45 - Marketing Strategies and Challenges 00:12:50 - The Role of Relationships in Business 00:15:30 - Fundraising and Community Equity 00:18:15 - Overcoming Geographical Biases in Grant Writing 00:21:40 - Skills and Habits for Business Success 00:24:00 - Financial Literacy and Budgeting 00:26:15 - Personal Growth and Public Speaking 00:28:40 - Final Four Questions

Discover more about Tiffany Holmes and her work:

Website: https://theauxevanston.com

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