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Denis Cazaubon is a dynamic entrepreneur based in Soufriere, St. Lucia, known for his innovative contributions to the local business landscape. With a passion for creativity that blossomed from a young age, Denis has established himself as a key player in the entrepreneurial community. He operates Sankofa Creations 758, a venture that reflects his commitment to harnessing local talent and promoting the unique cultural heritage of St. Lucia. Denis embodies the spirit of self-employment and is part of a growing movement among young entrepreneurs in the region, aiming to inspire others to pursue their business aspirations and contribute to the economic development of their communities.

Denis' Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Whatever you get into, be passionate about it; that helps you press forward when things get difficult
- Particularly on the financial side, don't be afraid to take risks; see it as an investment
- Be extremely determined

Recommended Movie:
- The Terminator

Resources:
- Time with Denis Cazaubon; please reach out to Denis using the contact information below, letting him know that you heard him on our podcast.

Contact Information:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sankofacreations758
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sankofacreations758
- Email: sankofabits@gmail.com
- Telephone/WhatsApp: 1 758-284-0564

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Denis Cazaubon is a dynamic entrepreneur based in Soufriere, St. Lucia, known for his innovative contributions to the local business landscape. With a passion for creativity that blossomed from a young age, Denis has established himself as a key player in the entrepreneurial community. He operates Sankofa Creations 758, a venture that reflects his commitment to harnessing local talent and promoting the unique cultural heritage of St. Lucia. Denis embodies the spirit of self-employment and is part of a growing movement among young entrepreneurs in the region, aiming to inspire others to pursue their business aspirations and contribute to the economic development of their communities.

Denis' Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Whatever you get into, be passionate about it; that helps you press forward when things get difficult
- Particularly on the financial side, don't be afraid to take risks; see it as an investment
- Be extremely determined

Recommended Movie:
- The Terminator

Resources:
- Time with Denis Cazaubon; please reach out to Denis using the contact information below, letting him know that you heard him on our podcast.

Contact Information:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sankofacreations758
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sankofacreations758
- Email: sankofabits@gmail.com
- Telephone/WhatsApp: 1 758-284-0564

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Nekei Lewis is the President and Founder of American Dreamers Club, a financial services membership community that allows individuals to plan their estate planning needs. She also speaks live at conferences and speaks across the nation on financial advocacy, and helping advance individuals with education and resources.

Nekei's Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Believe in Yourself; be your #1 believer
- Understand that not everything will happen when you think that it will happen so take your time in your development process and ask questions
- Build the right circles; network

Recommended Book:
- Tools of Titans by Timothy Ferriss

Resources:
- Time with Nekei Lewis; please reach out to Nekei using the contact information below, letting her know that you heard her on our podcast.

References:
- American Dreamers 2024 Festival October 24th - 27th, 2024

Contact Information:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nekeilewis/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asknekei/
- Email: hi@americandreamers.club

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Nekei Lewis is the President and Founder of American Dreamers Club, a financial services membership community that allows individuals to plan their estate planning needs. She also speaks live at conferences and speaks across the nation on financial advocacy, and helping advance individuals with education and resources.

Nekei's Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Believe in Yourself; be your #1 believer
- Understand that not everything will happen when you think that it will happen so take your time in your development process and ask questions
- Build the right circles; network

Recommended Book:
- Tools of Titans by Timothy Ferriss

Resources:
- Time with Nekei Lewis; please reach out to Nekei using the contact information below, letting her know that you heard her on our podcast.

References:
- American Dreamers 2024 Festival October 24th - 27th, 2024

Contact Information:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nekeilewis/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asknekei/
- Email: hi@americandreamers.club

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Latoya Allen is a passionate educator and mother with over twenty years of experience, spending more than half of her professional career in the admission sphere. In 2017, with her expansive admission knowledge, expertise, and a deep desire to circulate educational awareness, Latoya founded the access organization ACES (Admission Consultant & Educational Services). In her daily interactions with families, Latoya noticed many families, specifically Black and Brown families, were novices who struggled to properly navigate the independent school admission process. ACES was established to share valuable knowledge, allowing families to utilize the information to attain access and to build long-term supportive relationships. Latoya works at the intersection of awareness and access entwined with Diversity Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. As a trained SEED (Seeking Educational Equity & Diversity) facilitator, Latoya has led diversity-focused workshops for adults and co-developed a lower school affinity group for students of color. Latoya's commitment to DEIJB coupled with her passion for access and awareness makes admission work and the development of ACES heart work! A proud islander, Latoya was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and raised in The Bronx. Latoya is also an Independent School parent who has first-hand experience regarding the positive impact education has on building wealth and creating a legacy across family generations. The dedication she brings to ACES is both personal and professional!

Latoya's Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Know what you need; seek additional professional guidance if needed
- Get out of your own way; take action - don't let fear stop you
- Be passionate about what you're doing

Resources:
- Time with Latoya Allen; please reach out to Latoya using the contact information below, letting her know that you heard her on our podcast.
- Chase Coaching Info: email admin@cmeaccountingllc.com for more details

References:
- PWI (Predominantly White Institutions)

Contact Information:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aces_admissions/
- Email: latoya@acesadmissions.com
- Website: www.acesadmissions.com
- Telephone: 917-930-5738

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Latoya Allen is a passionate educator and mother with over twenty years of experience, spending more than half of her professional career in the admission sphere. In 2017, with her expansive admission knowledge, expertise, and a deep desire to circulate educational awareness, Latoya founded the access organization ACES (Admission Consultant & Educational Services). In her daily interactions with families, Latoya noticed many families, specifically Black and Brown families, were novices who struggled to properly navigate the independent school admission process. ACES was established to share valuable knowledge, allowing families to utilize the information to attain access and to build long-term supportive relationships. Latoya works at the intersection of awareness and access entwined with Diversity Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. As a trained SEED (Seeking Educational Equity & Diversity) facilitator, Latoya has led diversity-focused workshops for adults and co-developed a lower school affinity group for students of color. Latoya's commitment to DEIJB coupled with her passion for access and awareness makes admission work and the development of ACES heart work! A proud islander, Latoya was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and raised in The Bronx. Latoya is also an Independent School parent who has first-hand experience regarding the positive impact education has on building wealth and creating a legacy across family generations. The dedication she brings to ACES is both personal and professional!

Latoya's Take Aways from her business journey and actionable tips:
- Know what you need; seek additional professional guidance if needed
- Get out of your own way; take action - don't let fear stop you
- Be passionate about what you're doing

Resources:
- Time with Latoya Allen; please reach out to Latoya using the contact information below, letting her know that you heard her on our podcast.
- Chase Coaching Info: email admin@cmeaccountingllc.com for more details

References:
- PWI (Predominantly White Institutions)

Contact Information:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aces_admissions/
- Email: latoya@acesadmissions.com
- Website: www.acesadmissions.com
- Telephone: 917-930-5738

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Recorded while in St. Lucia; Clarita's homeland.

References:

• Julien Alfred, the fastest Woman in the World - Instagram:@julien.alfred
• Meditation Video with Chotsani Sackey
• Life Coach: Lisa Dublin Instagram: @lisamdublin

Referenced Episodes:

• Chotsani Sackey, Founder of Lunar Reflections LLC
• DJ Brainboy, Founder of DJ Brainboy
• H. Randy Hughes III, Chairman and CEO of Counting Pennies LLC
• Hadriana Leo, Founder of Money Navigator International

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Season Finale!

Guests Featured this Season:

1. Clarita Emmanuel, Founder of CME Accounting LLC and Host of Begin, Build, Blossom: Your Business Journey

2. Chotsani Sackey, Founder of Lunar Reflections LLC

3. Janice Leonard, Founder of Cognitive Shifts Psychotherapy and Host of Her Sexual Space Podcast

4. Charles J. Kelly (@CJtheSmartGuy), Founder of Smart Guy Taxes LLC

5. Bieunkah Anwojue, Founder of Bieunkah LLC

6. Aisha Smith, Founder of SAGE Education Consulting

7. Jesse Ramos, Founder of BBT Fitness

8. Neel Panji, Founder of PodLeaf Productions

9. DJ Brainboy, Founder of DJ Brainboy

10. H. Randy Hughes III, Chairman and CEO of Counting Pennies LLC

11. Alberta Henry, Founder of Alberta Henry Photography Ltd

12. Grant Atkinson, Founder of Framework Law Group PC

13. Alajahwon Ridgeway, Founder of A.B. Ridgeway Wealth Management

14. Thaddeus Simeon, Founder of Bram's Seamoss

15. Jacqueline Gathers, Owner of A Franchise - Pillar to Post Home Inspections

16. Kelly Gonsalves, Founder of Totally Booked

17. Naa Adoley Pappoe, Founder of Naa Adoley M. Pappoe, LMSW

18. Samanda René, Founder of Loving The Journey

19. Shanita Joy Murray, Founder of Choosing Joy (PART 1 of 2)

20. Shanita Joy Murray, Founder of Choosing Joy (PART 2 of 2)

21. Safiya Paul, Co-Founder of Allez, A Ride Share Company (Part 1 of 2)

22. Safiya Paul, Co-Founder of Allez, A Ride Share Company (Part 2 of 2)

23. Hadriana Leo, Founder of Money Navigator International

24. Season Finale

References:
Life Coach - Lisa Dublin

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