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  • Grow Your Organization or Brand with an Online Community with Spencer Lussier | EP 5

    Grow Your Organization or Brand with an Online Community with Spencer Lussier | EP 5
    2025/11/19
    Building a brand is one thing — building a community that grows with you is a whole different level of power. In this episode of the Thrivin Podcast, we sit down with Spencer Lussier, founder, operator, and CEO of Networked, the fast-scaling platform built around a core idea: trusted communities are becoming the new engine of growth.Spencer has taken Networked from concept to scale with remarkable speed — leading product, shaping their go-to-market strategy, and raising oversubscribed rounds backed by top-tier partners. Under his leadership, Networked has seen 7,900% monthly user growth, 1,000%+ annual revenue gains, and rapid product velocity that consistently outpaces industry norms.He thrives where product and growth intersect, turning vision into execution and execution into momentum. His clarity, pace, and customer-first approach have shaped Networked into a company built for long-term impact, and he continues to advise startups on product, growth, and fundraising strategy.If you’re looking to understand the future of communities, how to scale with purpose, or how to turn your audience into your strongest advantage, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.Let’s get thrivin.
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    48 分
  • Accelerating Your Growth with AI | Series Kickoff

    Accelerating Your Growth with AI | Series Kickoff
    2025/11/18
    Presented by ICABA’s AI Accelerator Group, this insightful conversation explores how Black professionals can harness Artificial Intelligence to enhance productivity, creativity, and career value.Hosted by Jerome Hutchinson, Jr., ICABA Founder & Chief Servant Officer, the episode features AI experts Stephanie Sylvester (Avatar Buddy, LLC), Abdul Muhammad (MDM Ventures), Nilda Thomas (AI Business Consulting), Charles Smart, (Metai-Block), and Grant McGaugh (5 Star BDM).Together, they share strategies, tools, and perspectives to help professionals lead with confidence and innovation in the AI-driven future.
    🎧 Listen, learn, and lead in the era of AI.Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eZp7SHGx
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    1 時間 23 分
  • BPM Global 100 Leading Black Professionals Awards Brunch

    BPM Global 100 Leading Black Professionals Awards Brunch
    2025/10/25
    The BPM Global 100 Leading Black Professionals Awards Brunch is a powerful celebration of excellence, honoring the world’s most accomplished and influential Black professionals. From corporate boardrooms to innovation hubs and government leadership, the BPM Global 100 represents brilliance, resilience, and ambition at their finest.This year’s BPM Honors also introduced a new legacy — the Dr. Nelson L. Adams Healthcare Excellence and Leadership Award, recognizing an outstanding healthcare leader whose service and advocacy for health equity embody Dr. Adams’ enduring impact.More than an awards ceremony, this event is a movement — where collaboration fuels opportunity and connection builds global influence.Presented by ICABA World Network, this broadcast of the Thrivin Podcast captures the energy, insight, and inspiration of Black Professionals Month — uniting trailblazers from around the world to Connect, Collaborate, and build Community.Tune in and experience what it means to thrive in excellence, leadership, and legacy.
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    3 時間 1 分
  • How to Stay Relevant and Valuable in the Era of AI | EP 2

    How to Stay Relevant and Valuable in the Era of AI | EP 2
    2025/10/14
    Presented by ICABA’s AI Accelerator Group, this insightful conversation explores how Black professionals can harness Artificial Intelligence to enhance productivity, creativity, and career value. Hosted by Jerome Hutchinson, Jr., ICABA Founder & Chief Servant Officer, the episode features AI experts Stephanie Sylvester (Avatar Buddy, LLC), Abdul Muhammad (MDM Ventures), Nilda Thomas (AI Business Consulting), and Grant McGaugh (5 Star BDM). Together, they share strategies, tools, and perspectives to help professionals lead with confidence and innovation in the AI-driven future.🎧 Listen, learn, and lead in the era of AI.Why AttendWhether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or rising leader, this podcast will equip you with the insights and confidence to stay relevant, valuable, and visionary in a rapidly changing marketplace.Key Takeaways & Benefits for Attendees1. Understand AI’s Real-World ImpactGain clarity on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, roles, and career paths — and what that means for Black professionals today.2. Learn Practical Ways to Stay RelevantDiscover actionable strategies and tools to enhance productivity, creativity, and professional visibility using AI.3. Build an AI-Resilient Career MindsetLearn how to future-proof your skills, cultivate adaptability, and position yourself for leadership in the evolving digital economy.4. Gain Tools You Can Apply ImmediatelyExplore AI platforms, apps, and best practices that can streamline your work, improve decision-making, and expand your professional influence.Thrivin’ is ICABA’s official podcast spotlighting the voices, stories, and expertise of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. As an integrated extension of the ICABA Community, Thrivin’ delivers impactful conversations that elevate member visibility, celebrate success, and inspire growth. Featuring ICABA members, thought leaders, and sponsors, each episode explores strategies for thriving in career, business, and life.Thrivin’ not only amplifies community voices but also enhances sponsor value and supports member recruitment, retention, and engagement. Tune in to connect, learn, and grow with the people shaping the future of Black excellence.
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    1 時間 1 分
  • GOING BEYOND: The Future of DEI and Black Professional Advancement

    GOING BEYOND: The Future of DEI and Black Professional Advancement
    2025/09/26
    Join us for a powerful episode of the Thrivin’ Podcast as we explore the evolving landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and its impact on the advancement of Black professionals in the workplace. “Going Beyond: The Future of DEI and Black Professional Advancement” will feature thought leaders, changemakers, and DEI experts who are pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo, and driving systemic change.In this episode, we’ll dive into:🔹The current state of DEI in corporate and organizational settings🔹Innovative strategies for advancing equity and inclusion🔹The unique challenges and opportunities faced by Black professionals today🔹A vision for a more equitable future — and how we get thereThis event is more than a conversation — it’s a call to action. Whether you’re a DEI practitioner, an organizational leader, or an advocate for equity, this session will leave you inspired and equipped to create meaningful change.
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    1 時間 33 分