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So Ambitious

Hosted by Black Ambition CEO Felecia Hatcher, So Ambitious is a series about what"s possible when Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs can build uninterrupted. From the tech founder to the creative entrepreneur, So Ambitious tells the stories of the people building, creating, and organizing - against all odds, with authenticity, and in community. Their stories propel the conversation about ambition beyond money, titles, or vanity metrics and dive into details of what it takes to do impactful,

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310: Build Your Founder Muscle: Resilience, Failing...

So Ambitious ·

2026/01/21

Entrepreneurship is not just about strategy. It is about resilience, self-forgiveness, and learning how to move forward after mistakes, losses, burnout, and rejection. This compilation episode is about having the inner strength required to survive and grow as a founder, and captures the emotional reality behind the journey and the lessons learned through experience.Discover how founders fail forward, rebuild after setbacks, and develop the endurance needed to stay in the game. This episode is for

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309: Ambition Without Permission: Founders Who Built...

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2026/01/14

This Best-Of episode spotlights founders who stopped waiting for permission and chose to build anyway.These stories highlight what happens when creators are overlooked, underestimated, or even excluded from traditional systems. Instead of fitting into spaces that were not built for them, they created their own ecosystems rooted in ownership, culture, and authenticity. You’ll hear how conviction, self-trust, and long-term vision fuel innovation. This compilation is for anyone building without

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59:26

308: Love Is the Investment Thesis: Lessons From...

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2025/12/17

Liz Thompson is an investor, philanthropist, and CEO of the Café Group, whose story embodies ambition, faith, and love in action. From her beginnings in Chicago’s Cabrini Green to co-founding Cleveland Avenue with her husband, former McDonald’s CEO Don Thompson, Liz has built a legacy around pouring into people and proving that love is a strategy for leadership, not a sentiment.In this inspiring episode of So Ambitious, Liz opens up about what it means to take leaps of faith, navigate “no’s” as

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69:04

307: Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche on Losing...

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2025/12/10

Tiffany Aliche, better known as The Budgetnista, built a multimillion-dollar empire rooted in transparency, discipline, and service. From being scammed out of $35,000 and sleeping on her sister’s couch to leading a global financial education movement, Tiffany’s story is a masterclass in rebuilding, resilience, and radical integrity.In this episode of So Ambitious, Tiffany joins host Felecia Hatcher to unpack her journey from preschool teacher to eight-figure entrepreneur. She breaks down what it

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45:58

306: One Vision, One Weekend, 50,000 People: Michael...

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2025/12/03

Michael Barclay is the Chief Events Officer of Sundial Media Group, the company behind the Essence Festival of Culture – one of the largest and longest-running cultural events in the world. From managing a $10 billion finance portfolio to orchestrating global experiences that celebrate Black joy, Michael’s career proves what happens when passion meets precision.In this episode of So Ambitious, Michael sits down with Felecia Hatcher to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build and

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69:19

305: The Hidden Cost of Ambition: Candace Washington...

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2025/11/26

Candace Washington is a licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, production therapist, and author whose journey embodies resilience, transformation, and purpose. From surviving suicide attempts and battling alcoholism to walking away from a federal career and choosing her own healing, Candace has built a thriving practice where she now serves high performers, creatives, and entrepreneurs at the intersection of mental health and ambition.Today, Candace shares her story of wandering, healing,

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65:20

304: The Future of Music is AI: How Black Creators...

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2025/11/19

What happens when two visionary creators collide at the intersection of comedy, technology, and music? In this episode of So Ambitious, host Felicia Hatcher sits down with Zayd Portillo (creatrgd) and King Willonius, creator of “BBL Drizzy”, to unpack their journeys in tech, AI, and cultural innovation. From viral comedy hits to groundbreaking AI music, Zayd and King are pushing boundaries on how Black creators can own their narratives, monetize their IP, and turn moments into movements. They

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73:18

303: The Internet Was Built on Black Culture,...

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2025/11/12

Alphonzo "Phonz" Terrell, co-founder and CEO of Spill, is rewriting what it means to build community online. From his early days in music and media to leading social strategy at HBO and Twitter, Alphonzo’s journey embodies the intersection of culture, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. After being laid off during Twitter’s transition, he transformed a setback into an opportunity by launching Spill: a Black-owned social platform designed for safer, more rewarding, and more authentic online

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59:34

302: The Unusual Pairing - Ingrid Best on Building...

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2025/11/05

Welcome back! In this inspiring episode of So Ambitious, we sit down with Ingrid Best, founder of IBest Wines, to unpack her bold journey from corporate spirits executive to visionary wine entrepreneur. Ingrid reveals how her time in South Africa unlocked her creative superpower, why she walked away at the height of her career to launch her own brand, and how she’s rewriting the rules of storytelling, brand-building, and legacy creation. From the messy middle of entrepreneurship to navigating

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43:47

301: The $15 Trillion Opportunity: Protecting Black...

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2025/10/29

Our culture is being packaged, praised, and profited from without ever being protected. Until now.In this Season 3 premiere of So Ambitious, host Felecia Hatcher sits down with two visionary founders reshaping the way we think about ownership, culture, and commerce. 🏗️ Lanny Smith, founder of Actively Black, built a purpose-driven athleisure brand with its own Black-owned supply chain, sourcing cotton from Black farmers and reinvesting over 10% of profits back into the community. His mission: to

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2:21

We've Been The Culture. Now It's Time to Own It | So...

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2025/10/27

This season, it’s about ownership. Because ambition doesn’t need permission. Welcome to Season 3 of So Ambitious - the award-winning podcast from Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition Prize, hosted by Felecia Hatcher. This season, we’re amplifying the stories of founders who are building uninterrupted - from tech innovators to creative entrepreneurs - all defying the odds and reimagining what’s possible for the next generation. Each conversation dives deep into the real journey behind ambition: the

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1:14

Because Ambition Doesn't Need Permission | Official...

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2025/10/22

This season, it’s about ownership. Because ambition doesn’t need permission.Welcome to Season 3 of So Ambitious - the award-winning podcast from Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition Prize, hosted by Felecia Hatcher. This season, we’re amplifying the stories of founders who are building uninterrupted - from tech innovators to creative entrepreneurs - all defying the odds and reimagining what’s possible for the next generation. Each conversation dives deep into the real journey behind ambition: the

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19:28

Best of Entrepreneurial Advice for Innovators from...

So Ambitious ·

2024/06/13

Dive into some of the top entrepreneurial advice from our lineup of innovative founders in this special Best Of episode. Discover the secrets to their success as we feature their invaluable insights and strategies that have propelled their ventures forward. From navigating the complexities of startup life to pioneering new industries, these inspiring founders offer a wealth of knowledge for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned innovators alike. Be sure to catch these essential lessons that can ignite

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14:48

Best of What Success & Black Ambition Looks Like

So Ambitious ·

2024/06/06

Celebrate the extraordinary spirit of Black ambition in another special "Best Of" episode, where we highlight what true success looks like through the eyes of our lineup of remarkable founders. Tune in as our guests share powerful stories of their journeys, reflecting on the challenges they've faced and the victories they've achieved. This episode is a tribute to the relentless pursuit of dreams, showcasing the resilience, innovation, and brilliance that truly define Black ambition. Don't miss

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24:04

Best of Navigating & Embracing Entrepreneurial Failure

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2024/05/30

Explore the transformative power of embracing entrepreneurial failure in this special "Best Of" episode, where we delve into the journeys of entrepreneurs who turned their setbacks into stepping stones toward success. Join us as our guests share candid stories of their toughest challenges, the lessons learned, and how embracing failure propelled them toward greater heights in their journey. Tune in for an inspiring collection of narratives highlighting resilience, innovation, and the true essence

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20:53

Best of The Good, Bad, and Ugly Parts of...

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2024/05/23

Join us for a special episode featuring all the Good, Bad, and Ugly Parts of Entrepreneurship! Discover how these founders overcame doubt, racism, and financial challenges to build their successful business empire. Tune in for their inspiring stories, resilience, determination, and the power of not caring what others think. KEY POINTS - Ep 202: Pivot with Purpose: How Necole Kane Turned Failure Into Fuel for Success - Ep 203: Beats to Eats: Derrick Turton a.k.a. Chef Teach's Journey from Music

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18:18

Best of Overcoming Doubts & Naysayers: The Power of...

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2024/05/16

Celebrate the indomitable spirit of Black ambition with this special “Best Of” episode, showcasing our founders’ unwavering power of bold belief in the face of doubts and naysayers! Tune in to discover riveting tales of resilience and triumph, as our guests share inspiring narratives of overcoming adversity on the path to success. Don't miss out on this uplifting journey of determination and achievement! KEY POINTS - Ep 203: Beats to Eats: Derrick Turton a.k.a. Chef Teach’s Journey from Music

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42:47

212. From College Parties to Empowering HBCUs: Corey...

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2024/05/09

In this episode of the So Ambitious Podcast, host Felecia Hatcher sits down with Corey Arvinger, CEO of Support Black Colleges, to dive into his remarkable journey from college party promoter to the helm of a thriving e-commerce brand. Corey shares insights into the evolution of Support Black Colleges and how it blossomed into a full-blown brand with a powerful message of support for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The conversation dives deep into the highs and lows of

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38:47

211. Empowering Black Voices in the Fragrance World...

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2024/05/02

Today, we are joined by Funmi Monet, the brilliant mind behind Exalté Parfum, a groundbreaking perfume brand that has been making waves in the luxury perfume space. In this episode, Funmi shares her insights on navigating the fragrance industry, from the inception of her brand to its meteoric rise in the social media sphere. With a keen focus on community building and content creation, Funmi shares the essence of confidently crafting content that resonates with authenticity and ultimately builds a

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36:25

210. How One Man's Journey Led to Investing in 50...

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2024/04/25

In this episode of the So Ambitious Podcast, we dive into the dynamic journey of Dominick Ard’is, the innovative mind behind ACT House, a team formation platform, accelerator and VC providing tools and resources to founders to match with co-founders, build their team, and secure their first check.From his upbringing as a military brat to his diverse career spanning management consulting, politics, and now entrepreneurship, Dominick shares the transformative moments that shaped his multifaceted

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