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Today's Leadership Corner conversation is about building a business with purpose and leading with resilience. In this episode of It's A YP Thing Podcast, we're joined by Samantha Stewart co-founder of Certified Pies, the first and only Black-owned pizza restaurant in Little Rock.

Founded in 2020 as a ghost kitchen, Certified Pies has grown into an award-recognized restaurant known for its scratch-made pizzas, homemade sauces, locally sourced ingredients, and a dining experience rooted in authenticity, culture, and community. We're discussing their entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a business from the ground up, the importance of branding, and how they've created a restaurant that's leaving a lasting impact across Central Arkansas.

If you're an entrepreneur, aspiring business owner, or passionate about leadership, this conversation is for you.

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Learn more about Certified Pies:
https://www.certifiedpies.com/

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In this episode of Leadership Corner, we sit down with Anika Dixon, entrepreneur, community advocate, Owner of Goss Management & Realty, and Founder of SheBuild.

Together, we explore the connection between real estate, ownership, leadership, and creating lasting community impact. Anika shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of creating access through business, and what it means to build a legacy that extends beyond personal success.

This conversation is for anyone interested in leadership, entrepreneurship, community development, and building with purpose.

Topics Covered:
• Real Estate & Ownership
• Entrepreneurship & Leadership
• Community Impact
• Building Legacy Through Service

Connect with Anika:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/anika.dixon/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anika-dixon-038458196/

Goss Management & Realty
https://www.gossmanagement.com

SheBuild
https://shebuilding.com

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In this episode of Leadership Corner, we sit down with Cassandra Kidd, Business Access Advisor at U.S. Bank, to discuss the power of leadership, banking, and community impact.

With more than 30 years of experience in financial services, Cassandra shares insights from her journey from teller to leadership roles and discusses how access to resources, relationships, and financial opportunities can help businesses thrive. She also highlights the importance of economic empowerment, supporting entrepreneurs, and building stronger, more sustainable communities.

Whether you're a business owner, aspiring leader, or someone passionate about community development, this conversation offers valuable lessons on leadership through service and creating meaningful impact.

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Cassandra Kidd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-kidd-7562114/


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