Mompreneurs

Keanna Sanders, CEO and founder of Sandbridge Early Learning Centers, shares her inspiring journey from the fashion industry to establishing a network of childcare facilities that cater to modern family needs with extended hours. She discusses the influence of her grandmother on her entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of mentorship, and her commitment to empowering women and girls through her nonprofit, Baltimore Dynamic Women. Keanna emphasizes the significance of community support, innovative solutions in childcare, and her vision to become a leading international childcare provider, all while balancing her role as a single mother.

After becoming her own first patient from failed treatments from doctors, Johane Filemon, a registered dietitian, left her full time job during the pandemic and founded Wonderfully Nutritious Solutions. She and Nancy discuss her journey from aspiring medical doctor to dietitian, her focus on gut health and inflammation, and the importance of cultural shifts in nutrition within the Black community. Johane shares insights on balancing family life with her business and the need for self-advocacy in health matters.

After years of shaping a powerhouse career in the music industry, Joi Brown founded Culture Creators - a company that builds platforms, curates high-impact events, and connects industry veterans with the next generation of trailblazers across sports, entertainment, fashion, business, and technology. Culture Creators also operates a nonprofit, Campus Changemakers, a two-year mentorship program supporting students at colleges and universities nationwide. The organization has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, opening doors and creating real opportunities for emerging leaders. At the heart of Joi Brown’s work is a simple truth: relationships are more valuable than money. And through Culture Creators, she continues to build bridges, elevate voices, and invest in the culture-shapers of tomorrow.

When Chanté Knox realized that a better solution was needed for women with heavier menstrual cycles, she reached out to her favorite brand with an idea, only to be dismissed. Instead of giving up, she built it herself. That bold move sparked the creation of DelivHer FemCare and its flagship innovation, the Anu menstrual disc. In this episode, Chanté shares how she turned a personal challenge into a patented product, walks us through the process of manufacturing and funding it, and reveals what it takes to build a brand that empowers women to live more comfortably and confidently.

Angela Cannon is a powerhouse in media and beyond. As a senior executive, marketing strategist, author, entrepreneur, and devoted mom, she wears many hats and wears them well. As SVP of Multicultural Networks and General Manager at AspireTV, Angela has built a reputation for leading with vision, mentoring with intention, and championing diverse talent. She stays ahead of the curve by embracing the technologies shaping the future of entertainment while never losing sight of the challenges women face in balancing career and motherhood. In this inspiring episode of Mompreneurs, Nancy and Angela dive into adoption, pitching TV shows, AI, business ownership, motherhood, and more.