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Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. interviews Tracey Africa Norman. A pioneering transgender model who was the first African-American trans woman to achieve prominence in the fashion industry. Tracey shared her journey, from her accidental discovery by Irving Penn to her successful career in the 1970s and 80s, including her iconic appearance on the Clairol hair color box.

Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. and Founder of The Cavu Group, interviews Ken Ward, aka the Wealth Architecture owner of Phoenix Rising Solutions, who speaks about Insurance being good business. Insurance is a must in your life, in death, and in your business. Are you prepared?

Leslie Short, host of the Visibility Podcast and founder of The Cavu Group, interviews Traci Saulsberry. Traci explained how her identity became closely tied to her corporate role and described her book "This Is How You Love Her" as addressing the identity crisis she experienced after leaving that position.

Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. Interviews Nevaeh Robinson of Treehouse Books, a nonprofit giving library and literacy hub in North Philadelphia. Nevaeh Robinson explained that she serves as the community outreach and book distributor, managing a bookmobile that visits requested locations throughout Philadelphia focusing on the youth in the city.

Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. and Founder of The Cavu Group speaks with Dani Feher, owner of Pransome Community. Dani wants to empower people who may face assumptions and biases based on their appearance by providing them with confidence and support. They/Them emphasized the importance of social impact, noting how people's behavior and interactions can significantly affect others, particularly the young, old, and disenfranchised.

Leslie Short, host of Visibility Ultd. and Founder of The Cavu Group interviews ballet dancer Amar Smalls as he shares about his experiences with stereotypes and discrimination in ballet companies. They discussed how traditional ballet companies remain resistant to change, with limited opportunities for Black dancers beyond Alvin Ailey and Dance Theater Harlem, and how dancers often face pressure to maintain traditional styles while being penalized for speaking truthfully about their experiences. The conversation also covered how dance companies could better market their dancers as personalities rather than just performers, similar to how other entertainment industries promote their talent, and Amar's own business venture called Smalls Dance, which he created with his sister to provide opportunities for young dancers in Brooklyn. Ballet is a business!

Leslie Short of The Cavu Group interviews Dr. Alexis Davis New Social Impact Podcast: Dr. Alexis Davis. Doctor by day, candle maker by night. Black Joy Soy. As a resident, she realized that if her mind and body were not at peace, she couldn't bring it to others. She started Black Joy Soy. Now she has Black Joy Fund, which allocates 5% of proceeds to support Black nonprofits focused on mental health and wellness for the African American community.

Leslie Short interviews Mimi Coffie from The Social Justice Network about her advocacy regarding prison reform. Mimi shares her personal experience through the legal system. The disparities in education between male and female prisoners and navigating the reentry process.

Host and owner of The Cavu Group, Leslie Short, interviews Cynthia Overton, PHD. Cynthia Overton, PhD, is an author, speaker, and advocate for person-centered care. Her perspective is shaped by her experience after a rare spinal cord injury led to seven weeks in three hospitals, where she sought high-quality care, negotiated with insurance companies, relearned to walk, and transitioned into life with a disability. That journey inspired her book, Clear Cane Chronicles: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Through Person-Centered Care, and ongoing work to develop a digital companion to support people navigating care beyond the clinic. Discussion:1. What is Person-Centered care?2. Health Insurance vs. Care3. What's Missing in our health system4. Being your best advocate5. Building your health care team6. Accessibility has different meanings for: Patient, Hospital, Insurance, Dr.'s, and society...

Leslie Short interviews Jenni Lee, focusing on how to rebrand yourself through sustainable fashion. . JenniLee is a fashion stylist with over 2 decades of experience specializing in editorial, brand, and celebrity styling. She's worked with icons like Lauryn Hill, Scarlett Johansson, and Greta Gerwig, and her work has appeared in Harper's Bazaar, Rolling Stone, and TIME. She's collaborated with major brands including Bloomingdale's, Diesel, and Heineken, bringing her cinematic vision to television, advertising, and print media. Discussion: 1. The challenges of adapting personal style and identity after career transitions.2. Emphasizing the importance of storytelling and audience awareness in styling choices. 3. Explored strategies for reinventing one's wardrobe using existing clothes, including mixing and matching, adding accessories, and considering the context and audience for different occasions. 4. Sustainable fashion and style, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and comfort over trends.5. Sustainable and affordable fashion options, emphasizing the benefits of shopping at consignment stores and online platforms

Christa discusses what Social Impact means to her and how she was determined to build Farmer Jawn on her own terms.  Christa Barfield  owner of Farmer JawnChrista Barfield is a healthcare professional-turned-farmer and lifelong Philadelphia resident. After a corporate career and travel, she was inspired to connect with the land, decolonize the outdoors, and assess social issues that significantly affect Black and Brown communities and everyone's access to organic food. She has received a James Beard Immersion Leader Award for her experiences and perspectives in agriculture.

Leslie Short of The Cavu Group and host of Visibility Ultd. Interviews with Joi Brown, owner of Culture Creators, and Nicole Anderson, owner of NAL Speakers Bureau. What happens when you no longer have your corporate title? Discussion: 1. The impact of your Title 2.Career Transitions3. Prioritizing self-care and community4. Barriers to Professional Advancement5. From Employee to Entrepreneurship 6. Women of Color in the workplace

Leslie Short interviews Joi Brown, Founder and CEO of Culture Creators, on the burden of excellence at work, when you are home, and the fight within yourself.  Joi Brown is the Founder and CEO of Culture Creators, the leading platform that connects global cultural leaders with the next generation of diverse innovators. Through Culture Creators and its nonprofit foundation, she has created training, mentorship, and scholarship opportunities that have awarded over $350,000 to students of color in just the past two years. She is the visionary behind the annual Leaders & Innovators Awards Brunch in Los Angeles, widely known as culture’s biggest brunch, which honors trailblazers across music, business, entertainment, and beyond.

Embracing Deaf Culture & Representation You can not speak about Deaf culture without having someone from the culture share their experience. I was honored to have the opportunity to hear from Bridget Lemus about her experience as a Deaf Black woman, and Epiphany Davis shared her experience as a Black woman working as an ASL interpreter. Our additional ASL interpreters are Someone Bowman and Benny Llamas.

Leslie Short, host of Visiblity Ultd. and owner of The Cavu Group interviews Nance Schick, owner of Third Ear Conflict Resolution. Topics: 1. What is happening with employment law amidst the DEI bans 2. Addressing Anti-Discrimination and Employee Feedback 3. Data-driven insights for workplace culture 4. Respecting Employee Rights & Transparency 5. Leadership Responsibilities & Accountability  6. Navigating Diverse Perspectives and Growth 7. Focusing on Opportunities for Change