The Kickback With Keri: Black Entrepreneurship & Business Spotlights | Podcast Guru

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There are more Black-owned businesses in America than ever before. Finding them, supporting them, and building one is a different conversation entirely. The Kickback With Keri is a podcast hosted by Keri Henderson, a small business consultant and community builder with 15 years of experience in procurement, small business content marketing, and consulting. Keri built this platform because she believes Black-owned businesses deserve more than a moment of visibility. They deserve a community that shows up for them. In each episode, Keri kicks back with Black entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners to get into small business strategy, business insights, and what it actually takes to grow a Black-owned business - finding customers, overcoming barriers, closing the racial wealth gap, and building generational wealth in Black communities. We’ll tackle questions like: How do I find Black-owned businesses to support? What grants are available for Black small business owners? How do Black entrepreneurs get funding without investors? How to start a business with no money as a Black entrepreneur? How to build generational wealth in the Black community? What are the best Black-owned beauty brands? How to grow a small Black-owned business on a limited budget? Where can I find Black-owned brands to shop online? Whether you're shopping Black-owned brands or building one of your own, the show spotlights businesses across beauty, food, fashion, and lifestyle. If you are building a Black-owned business, trying to figure out how to fund or grow it, or looking for Black-owned brands to add to your life, this show is for you. Follow The Kickback With Keri wherever you listen.

Recent Episodes

Why Are Black-Owned Businesses Always Expected to Be Cheap?

#43 We say “support Black businesses” until it’s time to pay. In this episode of The Kickback With Keri, we’re having an honest conversation about the pricing double standard Black-owned businesses face. Why are Black-owned brands criticized for charging what their products are actually worth while consumers often accept higher prices from large corporations and luxury brands? We’re breaking down why small Black-owned businesses may need to charge more to survive, the real costs behind running a small business, and why comparing independent brands to big-box retailers isn’t always fair. We’ll also look at what companies like Actively Black give back to the community beyond the product itself—and why quality, mission, customer experience, and community impact should be part of the conversation when we talk about price. If you’ve ever questioned the price of a Black-owned product, wondered why supporting Black businesses can cost more, or you’re a Black entrepreneur tired of defending your prices, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. 📲 Connect with me https://www.kerihenderson.com/links 📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter https://www.kerihenderson.com/newsletter Enjoying the podcast? Support the show Content Creation Made Easy: Descript for video & audio editing https://get.descript.com/kerihenderson RSS.com for podcast hosting https://rss.com/?via=keri-pod Favorite products https://www.kerihenderson.com/must-haves The links above are affiliate links. I’ll receive a small commission if you make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting my work! Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.

11 MIN

Why Most Podcasts Fail (What To Do Instead) w/Remi Roy

#42 Thinking about how to start a podcast that actually lasts past episode 3? In this episode, I'm kicking back with Remi Roy, the founder of Podground, the premier learning and networking platform for independent podcasters. We’re breaking down why so many podcasters quit after the first three episodes, what to do BEFORE you launch, how PodGround supports independent podcasters, the best resources for your podcast setup and editing (podcast recording software), and why Facebook groups don't give indie podcasters the support they need for longevity. If you've been thinking about starting a podcast or you already have one grab a notepad and pen. This episode is for you. Episode Links: → Join PodGround: https://www.podground.io → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/remiroy → Driven Introvert Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-driven-introvert-podcast-introvert-insights-for/id1730634173 📲 Connect with me https://www.kerihenderson.com/links 📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter https://www.kerihenderson.com/newsletter Enjoying the podcast? Support the show Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.

56 MIN

How To Use Your Day Job To Fund Your Business w/Kimberly Smith

#41 Can you have a corporate career AND a business? Travel advisor Kimberly Smith of Pursuit Travel Company says you don't have to choose. In this episode, she shares how she built her travel advisory business and social clubs while working full-time in marketing, and why building a business alongside a 9-to-5 can be a more sustainable approach to entrepreneurship. Kim shares the corporate skills she brought into her business, clears up some of the biggest misconceptions about working with a travel advisor, and shares practical tips for saving money on travel when flights and hotels are so expensive. We also talk about travel planning, affordable travel, building community, social events, book clubs, and how she’s creating spaces that support local Black-owned businesses. If you’ve ever felt pressure to pick one lane, corporate career or entrepreneurship, or you’re tired of always being the travel planner in the group, this episode is for you. Episode Links: → Visit Pursuit Travel Website: https://www.pursuittravel.co → Jamaica Unwind: https://www.pursuittravel.co/jamaicaunwind → Follow Kim on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pursuittravelco 📲 Connect with me https://www.kerihenderson.com/links 📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter https://www.kerihenderson.com/newsletter Enjoying the podcast? Support the show Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.

50 MIN

Starting Over In Your 40s: How To Find Peace In The Pivot w/Alicia Holliday

#40 What do you do when life changes all at once? Navigating a major life transition can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to find clarity, protect your peace, and keep showing up for everyone who depends on you. Alicia Holiday, a faith-rooted pivot coach, speaker, and content creator, helps Millennial and Gen X women navigate major life transitions and discover their next chapter through her Peace in the Pivot coaching. After experiencing divorce, a layoff, turning 40, and major changes in motherhood all at once, Alicia knows what it means to navigate a true pivot season. In this episode, you'll learn: How to find clarity during personal storms How to navigate change without losing yourself The importance of setting boundaries and learning to say no, Practical steps for finding peace and figuring out your next move How content creation became a therapeutic outlet for Alicia during a difficult season If you're going through a life transition, considering a career change, starting over after divorce, or simply trying to figure out what comes next, this episode is for you. Episode Links: → Visit Alicia’s Website: https://www.aliciaholliday.com Save $20 off with code KickbackPeace → Subscribe to Alicia’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aliciaslifeandcoffee → Follow Alicia on Instagam https://www.instagram.com/aliciaholliday → Follow Alicia on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@aliciaholliday_ 📲 Connect with me https://www.kerihenderson.com/links 📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter https://www.kerihenderson.com/newsletter Enjoying the podcast? Support the show Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.

52 MIN

What Ryan Clark’s Firing From ESPN Teaches Us About Conforming At Work

#39 We were taught code switching was necessary to survive corporate America. But happens when that's not enough? In this Kickback Briefing episode, we're talking about former NFL Player & Analyst Ryan Clark's firing from ESPN, ESSENCE Ventures investment in REVOLT, and YouTube's new offer to keep creators from going to Netflix. In this episode, we cover: Why code switching and conforming doesn't guarantee job security The importance of building your own table in an unstable job market Importance of knowing skills you can leverage for a side hustle Why collaboration is a strategy for success for small businesses The changes broadcasting and streaming driving the creator economy If you've ever questioned if who you are is enough or are a small business owners looking for ways to collaborate this episode is for you. 📲 Connect with me https://www.kerihenderson.com/links 📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter https://www.kerihenderson.com/newsletter Enjoying the podcast? Support the show Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.

22 MIN