On September 11th, WOC Worldwide is hosted a full-day of panel discussions during Congressional Black Caucus highlighting Policing, Economic Development and Cannabis. The discussions focused on confronting important issues for Black Women and the Black family including everything from body cams to grocery stores and the next wealth building industry - cannabis. Our host and moderator, Megan Rivers, news anchor and reporter at WBAL TV 11 Baltimore took us on a journey to understand the importance of understanding our rights in each state, how insurance can build generational wealth instead of debt and learning exactly how much it takes to create an operational cannabis business in Maryland and Washington, DC.
Read MoreWe're hosting a full-day of discussions covering important topics in our community including Policing, Economic Development and Cannabis! Join us on Wednesday, September 11th from 11 am - 4 pm for panel discussions followed by a networking Happy Hour from 4 pm - 6 pm. You definitely don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect and contribute to the conversation.
Read MoreLTHYW hits NC A&T, the nations #1 Public HBCU for a third year! After 10 years and notable features on Essence.com, NBC Washington, Great Day Washington and 102 Jamz the DC-based event has made its way down the east cost to its founder Alma Mater where she started her natural hair care journey during her senior year. So, she understands the importance of community and being in a space where you are celebrated. Click the link to learn more.
Read MoreCareer Conversations is our response to the realization that people want to launch products but the barrier to entry for product-based businesses is higher than the service oriented agency model that black and brown communities usually explore as a transition to entrepreneurship. Some conversations will focus on entrepreneurship, other conversations will highlight opportunities to grow your corporate career or find your footing with brand partnerships. While this advice is common, the real challenges lie in the “how”. We really want to delve into actionable and practical steps that you took to land where you are today, so we promise each conversation will offer practical and tactile steps toward reaching your goals as a brand founder or retail professional.
Read MoreIn a world brimming with emerging brands where needs are vast, championing your brand stands as a crucial skill. Whether advocating for financial resources to expand your clothing brand, or tax incentives to encourage more sustainable practices, the ability to effectively articulate your brand value as well as your needs is a strategic imperative for success. While advocacy can take on many forms, the resounding theme is perfecting the ask - mastering the ability to understand value and assert needs to achieve optimal results.
Read MoreIf you feel overwhelmed, adopting these practices could be a game-changer. Therapy was a great for sure, but it was just one hour every two weeks. I needed something to help keep me grounded day in and day out, especially in those unexpected moments when stress, doubt, and fear started to creep in. That's where moodboarding and daily affirmations came into play and truly transformed my daily routine. These daily rituals not only help manage stress- they’re powerful manifestation tools!
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