Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jermaine Smith.

💼 Business Overview
Henry’s Soul Café: A family legacy restaurant founded in 1968 by Jermaine’s father. Jermaine expanded the brand while honoring its roots.
Culinary Institute: Created to train and mentor youth in the culinary arts.
Film & Talent: Produces films (Strange Love, Trophy Wife, Legendary with Earthquake) and manages comedians and entertainers.
Real Estate: Active developer and investor in the DMV area.

💡 Key Insights
Legacy & Mentorship: Inspired by his father’s generosity and work ethic, Jermaine emphasizes giving back and mentoring youth.
Multiple Streams of Income: Jermaine diversified his career across food, entertainment, and real estate.
Community Impact: Employs and mentors local youth, often becoming a father figure and role model.
Soul Food Philosophy: Describes soul food as “cooked from the heart,” rooted in African American history and Southern traditions.
Mumbo Sauce Origin: Shared the cultural history of D.C.’s iconic mumbo sauce and consulted McDonald’s on its rollout.

 

🧠 Business Wisdom
“It’s not about what you acquire, it’s about what you help others acquire.”
“Kids emulate what they see. Be the example.”
“You don’t have to be the star to be the one who delivers the value.”

 

📦 Bonus Highlights
TV Appearance: Featured on OWN’s Great Soul Food Cook-Off as one of the top 8 soul food chefs in the U.S.
McDonald’s Collaboration: Consulted on the cultural authenticity of mumbo sauce for a national campaign.
Faith & Focus: Attributes his success to staying grounded, being trustworthy, and having a heart for service.

 

#BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jermaine Smith.
💼&nbsp;Business Overview
<ul>
<li>Henry&rsquo;s Soul Caf&eacute;: A family legacy restaurant founded in 1968 by Jermaine&rsquo;s father. Jermaine expanded the brand while honoring its roots.</li>
<li>Culinary Institute: Created to train and mentor youth in the culinary arts.</li>
<li>Film &amp; Talent: Produces films (Strange Love,&nbsp;Trophy Wife,&nbsp;Legendary&nbsp;with Earthquake) and manages comedians and entertainers.</li>
<li>Real Estate: Active developer and investor in the DMV area.</li>
</ul>
💡&nbsp;Key Insights
<ul>
<li>Legacy &amp; Mentorship: Inspired by his father&rsquo;s generosity and work ethic, Jermaine emphasizes giving back and mentoring youth.</li>
<li>Multiple Streams of Income: Jermaine diversified his career across food, entertainment, and real estate.</li>
<li>Community Impact: Employs and mentors local youth, often becoming a father figure and role model.</li>
<li>Soul Food Philosophy: Describes soul food as &ldquo;cooked from the heart,&rdquo; rooted in African American history and Southern traditions.</li>
<li>Mumbo Sauce Origin: Shared the cultural history of D.C.&rsquo;s iconic mumbo sauce and consulted McDonald&rsquo;s on its rollout.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
🧠&nbsp;Business Wisdom
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s not about what you acquire, it&rsquo;s about what you help others acquire.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Kids emulate what they see. Be the example.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to be the star to be the one who delivers the value.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
📦&nbsp;Bonus Highlights
<ul>
<li>TV Appearance: Featured on OWN&rsquo;s&nbsp;Great Soul Food Cook-Off&nbsp;as one of the top 8 soul food chefs in the U.S.</li>
<li>McDonald&rsquo;s Collaboration: Consulted on the cultural authenticity of mumbo sauce for a national campaign.</li>
<li>Faith &amp; Focus: Attributes his success to staying grounded, being trustworthy, and having a heart for service.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
#BEST
#STRAW
#SHMS

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
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Legacy: He shares the cultural history of D.C.’s iconic mumbo sauce and youth mentorship.

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