Mikki’s Café and Houston’s This Is It Soul Food historically have been anchors in both the Third Ward and Southwest communities. Siblings/ Co-Owners, Craig Joseph Jr. and Jeanelle Williams have a candid conversation host Sky Houston on the importance of healing and succession planning for generational success. Regarding longevity and community support, Dr. Asheli S. Atkins, also joins us as The GHBCC Pinnacle celebrates its 28th Annual Pinnacle awards, 90 years of service and their ongoing commitment to – resilience, innovation and excellence into the future of Houston’s Black business community.

Mikki&rsquo;s Caf&eacute; and Houston&rsquo;s This Is It Soul Food historically have been anchors in both the Third Ward and Southwest communities. Siblings/ Co-Owners, Craig Joseph Jr. and Jeanelle Williams have a candid conversation host Sky Houston on the importance of healing and succession planning for generational success. Regarding longevity and community support, Dr. Asheli S. Atkins, also joins us as The GHBCC Pinnacle celebrates its 28th Annual Pinnacle awards, 90 years of service and their ongoing commitment to &ndash; resilience, innovation and excellence into the future of Houston&rsquo;s Black business community.

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Ep. 279 – Mikki’s Café (This Is It) Family Planning | GHBCC’s Pinnacle Awards

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We are honored to have a true leader in veteran support with us in conversation today, Eric Goodie, Executive Vice President, responsible for HAUL's programs operations. Eric oversees critical initiatives like the HAUL Veteran Support Services, which provides essential financial lifelines—be it for mortgage arrears, dental care, or food/grocery assistance—to our local veterans and surviving spouses. We’ll also focus on one of the most critical events for our local prosperity: the 2025 Houston Minority Supplier Development Council Business EXPO. The President and CEO of the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council, the HMSDC- Ingrid Robinson, a long-time champion of economic inclusion, joins us for the convo on connecting certified minority businesses with major opportunities that build wealth and strengthen our neighborhoods.

We are honored to have a true leader in veteran support with us in conversation today, Eric Goodie, Executive Vice President, responsible for HAUL's programs operations. Eric oversees critical initiatives like the HAUL Veteran Support Services, which provides essential financial lifelines&mdash;be it for mortgage arrears, dental care, or food/grocery assistance&mdash;to our local veterans and surviving spouses. We&rsquo;ll also focus on one of the most critical events for our local prosperity: the 2025 Houston Minority Supplier Development Council Business EXPO. The President and CEO of the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council, the HMSDC- Ingrid Robinson, a long-time champion of economic inclusion, joins us for the convo on connecting certified minority businesses with major opportunities that build wealth and strengthen our neighborhoods.

Ep. 278 – HAUL Veterans Golf Eric Goodie | HMSDC Business EXPO Ingrid Robinson

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City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas is in to discuss the 2nd Annual Faith and Affordable Housing Summit, which brings together faith leaders, developers, realtors and financial institutions to explore how we can turn underutilized land into affordable housing that strengthens our neighborhoods. We are also introduced to Carla Bisong, Houston’s longest-running Black female commercial gallery owner, who also serves as President of the Houston Art Gallery Association stops in to introduce the inaugural Houston Arts Weeks, connecting with local Houston-based artists and spotlight on how proceeds will support local mental health organizations that use art and music as therapies for those with mental health challenges.

City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas is in to discuss the 2nd Annual Faith and Affordable Housing Summit, which brings together faith leaders, developers, realtors and financial institutions to explore how we can turn underutilized land into affordable housing that strengthens our neighborhoods. We are also introduced to Carla Bisong, Houston&rsquo;s longest-running Black female commercial gallery owner, who also serves as President of the Houston Art Gallery Association stops in to introduce the inaugural Houston Arts Weeks, connecting with local Houston-based artists and spotlight on how proceeds will support local mental health organizations that use art and music as therapies for those with mental health challenges.

Ep. 277 – Faith & Affordable Housing Summit | Houston Arts Week with Bisong Gallery

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Today, Darnald Kimble Jr. from the North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce about it’s community initiative in partnership with the Precinct 2, San Jacinto College North, and Workforce Solutions, connecting job seekers with employers, providing resources, and creating opportunities that will have a real impact on families in Houston. We also get deep into what Black Men DO and DON'T say. Black Men's Wellness Day isn’t just an event – it's a movement. It's about understanding the health disparities that exist and encouraging men to prioritize their health. Joining us for conversation today and actionable steps towards better health is Donnell Cooper, Executive Director for the African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) and Sean Allison.  

Today, Darnald Kimble Jr. from the North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce about it&rsquo;s community initiative in partnership with the Precinct 2, San Jacinto College North, and Workforce Solutions, connecting job seekers with employers, providing resources, and creating opportunities that will have a real impact on families in Houston. We also get deep into what Black Men DO and DON'T say. Black Men's Wellness Day isn&rsquo;t just an event &ndash; it's a movement. It's about understanding the health disparities that exist and encouraging men to prioritize their health. Joining us for conversation today and actionable steps towards better health is Donnell Cooper, Executive Director for the African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) and Sean Allison.&nbsp;&nbsp;

EP 276 PAP NORTH CHANNEL JOB FAIR and REAL MEN REAL TALK

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Ep. 279 – Mikki’s Café (This Is It) Family Planning | GHBCC’s Pinnacle Awards

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