Earn Your Leisure

In this episode, our hosts Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap sit down with Rick Wade, a former member of Obama's team and currently with the Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the state of black businesses in America and the potential for business growth in Africa. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by black-owned businesses, the importance of exposure and education, and the wealth of opportunities available in Africa's rising economies.Rashad Bilal opens the discussion by highlighting that many black businesses struggle to scale and reach international audiences due to the nature of their operations. Rick Wade chimes in and emphasizes the lack of exposure and knowledge as a significant barrier for black businesses. He recalls his own eye-opening experience on an international trade mission to India and points out the need for a shift in mindset towards global business expansion.Troy Millings shifts the conversation to Africa and emphasizes the rising economies and opportunities