From Hustler to Realtor: How Anthony Lee Turned Grit Into Generational Wealth

Meet Anthony Lee, a Philly native whose entrepreneurial grind started with selling CDs and mowing lawns and evolved into building a real estate empire. From humble beginnings to becoming a respected realtor, investor, mentor, and community leader, Anthony’s story is the blueprint for resilience, vision, and purpose. In this edition of Black by Nature, Philly by Choice, we’re spotlighting the journey…
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Step Outside the Box: Exploring the Vision Behind Philadelphia’s Cosmopolitan Group

Have you ever felt like stepping out of your comfort zone could open up a whole new world of experiences? For Shannon Quick, the Managing Member of The Cosmopolitan Group, that idea became the heartbeat of her business. Based in Philadelphia, Shannon is on a mission to help people break free from the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Her story…
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I Almost Didn’t Submit It… But I Did. And I Got …

Whew. Where do I even begin? Before I submitted my application for the inaugural Movement for Black Lives Creator Academy, I almost talked myself out of it. I sat with doubt, wrestled with imposter syndrome, and wondered if my voice — my journey — would be enough. But deep down, I knew this opportunity had my name on it. So,…
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From Doubt to Confidence: How Lula Abera Built a Thriving Coaching Business

What does it really take to bet on yourself and step into your purpose? In this episode of “Black by Nature, Philly by Choice,” I had the privilege of sitting down with Lula Abera—an organizational development consultant and executive coach who transformed uncertainty into confidence. From navigating self-doubt to creating spaces for Black women to thrive, Lula’s journey is one of resilience, purpose, and…
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Pizza in the Park: How Two Black Philly Creatives Are Building Sisterhood …

What Happens When Creativity, Sisterhood, and Community Collide? You get Pizza in the Park, a soul-enriching event that started as a spontaneous idea and has grown into a celebration of Black excellence, collaboration, and joy. In this episode of “Black by Nature, Philly by Choice“, I sit down with Philly creatives Melissa and Dominique to share the inspiring journey behind this…
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