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

An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of Win With Black Women (WWBW)—a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders.

Key Highlights from the Interview:

🎙️ Opening Message
Rashawn emphasizes the importance of living your own success story and introduces the show’s mission to inspire and educate.

👩🏾‍💼 Guest Introduction: Jotaka Eaddy
First Black woman student body president at the University of South Carolina.
Founder of WWBW, which aims to uplift Black women in leadership, politics, and business.
Works to bridge the gap between Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley.

🌍 Win With Black Women (WWBW)
Originated during the 2020 election cycle in response to sexist and racist attacks on potential Black female VP candidates.
Focuses on:

Combating racism and sexism.
Supporting Black women in elections.
Elevating the economic and cultural power of Black women.
Organized impactful initiatives like theater buyouts for The Little Mermaid to demonstrate economic influence.

💡 On Leadership and Identity
Jotaka reflects on her upbringing in rural South Carolina and the influence of her late mother and community.
She discusses the importance of representation, mentorship, and self-belief.
Emphasizes that leadership is not just about position but about empowering others and evolving daily.

💻 Bridging to Silicon Valley
Shares her journey into tech, overcoming imposter syndrome, and becoming a C-suite executive.
Advocates for demystifying tech careers for Black communities and creating inclusive opportunities.

🧠 Perception vs. Reality
Addresses stereotypes about Black women and contrasts them with data: Black women are the most educated demographic and fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S.

💬 Closing Thoughts
Rushion praises Jotaka’s motivational presence and impact.
Jotaka shares her commitment to living a life that uplifts others.

 

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy.
An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of&nbsp;Win With Black Women (WWBW)&mdash;a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders.
Key Highlights from the Interview:
🎙️&nbsp;Opening Message
<ul>
<li>Rashawn emphasizes the importance of living your own success story and introduces the show&rsquo;s mission to inspire and educate.</li>
</ul>
👩🏾&zwj;💼 Guest Introduction: Jotaka Eaddy
<ul>
<li>First Black woman student body president at the University of South Carolina.</li>
<li>Founder of WWBW, which aims to uplift Black women in leadership, politics, and business.</li>
<li>Works to bridge the gap between Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley.</li>
</ul>
🌍 Win With Black Women (WWBW)
<ul>
<li>Originated during the 2020 election cycle in response to sexist and racist attacks on potential Black female VP candidates.</li>
<li>Focuses on:
<ol>
<li>Combating racism and sexism.</li>
<li>Supporting Black women in elections.</li>
<li>Elevating the economic and cultural power of Black women.</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li>Organized impactful initiatives like theater buyouts for The Little Mermaid to demonstrate economic influence.</li>
</ul>
💡 On Leadership and Identity
<ul>
<li>Jotaka reflects on her upbringing in rural South Carolina and the influence of her late mother and community.</li>
<li>She discusses the importance of representation, mentorship, and self-belief.</li>
<li>Emphasizes that leadership is not just about position but about empowering others and evolving daily.</li>
</ul>
💻 Bridging to Silicon Valley
<ul>
<li>Shares her journey into tech, overcoming imposter syndrome, and becoming a C-suite executive.</li>
<li>Advocates for demystifying tech careers for Black communities and creating inclusive opportunities.</li>
</ul>
🧠 Perception vs. Reality
<ul>
<li>Addresses stereotypes about Black women and contrasts them with data: Black women are the most educated demographic and fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S.</li>
</ul>
💬 Closing Thoughts
<ul>
<li>Rushion praises Jotaka&rsquo;s motivational presence and impact.</li>
<li>Jotaka shares her commitment to living a life that uplifts others.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
&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!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

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