Podcasts
Alicia Frausto: Building Vegan Spaces for People of Color
Episode # 27 of Shades of Success features an in-depth conversation with Alicia Frausto. Alicia crossed my radar a few weeks ago due to her work with Veggie Mijas. I love the fact that she’s a representation for people of...
July 10, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
Amber Hikes: Innovation for the LGBT Community In Philly
Episode #28 of Shades of Success features Amber Hikes - Executive Director of LGBT Affairs for the Mayor's Office in Philadelphia. I first learned about Amber when her version of the LGBTQ flag went viral. She is responsible for adding...
July 9, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
Dalila Wilson-Scott: How Authenticity Will Make You a Better Corporate Neighbor
Episode #26 of Shades of Success features Philadelphia community influencer Dalila Wilson-Scott. Dalila was introduced to me through Dan Rhoton of Hopeworks 'N Camden about a year ago. Her work has been highlighted in national publications, and everyone I’ve spoken...
May 24, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
We Asked Startups About Their Best, Worst and Most Memorable Philly Tech Week Moments
Philly Tech Week is one of the biggest week-long events in the East Coast tech scene every year. Presented by Technically Philly, the Philadelphia tech community shows up and shows out at each and every event. This year was no...
May 22, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
Selisse Berry: Out & Equal Workplace Advocates Fights for LGBT Equality
Episode #24 of Shades of Success features a transparent conversation with Selisse Berry. Selisse has been advocating for LGBT equality for over 20 years. In the interview, she details her struggle with coming out, moving away from religion, and inclusion...
May 16, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
What Empowering Women Means to Philadelphia: Women In Tech Summit 2019
Episode #25 of Shades of Success was recorded on April 12th, 2019 on location at the Women In Tech Summit. This event was held at the Science History Institute in Philadelphia. During the event, I got the chance to hear innovative...
May 15, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Healthcare Professionals
Breaking The Stigma of Mental Health in The Workplace
In the wider society, mental health is often frowned upon - the nature of being “crazy” or having associated with one as such is less than ideal in most situations. As a result, it is often misunderstood and stigmatized, thus...
May 2, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
Red Shoe Movement: Empowering Diverse Women For Career Success
Episode #23 of Shades of Success features an in-depth conversation with Mariela Dabbah. Mariela is the passionate and energetic CEO of Red Shoe Movement - an organization that helps empower women in career and personal development. In this interview, we talked...
May 1, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
Podcasts
Annie Segarra: Fighting To Make The Future Accessible For All
Episode #22 of Shades of Success features a transparent conversation with Annie Segarra. Annie was introduced to me through a list of disability advocates who are positively changing the world. I checked out some of her Youtube videos and loved her...
April 24, 2019, by Sekinah Brodie
