
The Urban Entrepreneur Podcast
By The Urban Entrepreneur Centers
The Urban Entrepreneur Podcast is a variety show created specifically for Small & Midsize Business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. We aim to provide a resource to help individuals take business ideas from their mind to the market, echoing many of the lessons and topics we teach within our physical Entrepreneur Centers.
Shows:
- #LetsTalkAboutIt with Darrel D. Frater
- The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour Hosted by C. Sunny Martin
- The Sharp Shooters Consulting Session
- Guest Shows

EP 33 - Pastor Michael Young, Lead Pastor of City of Grace Church
EP 33 - Pastor Michael Young, Lead Pastor of City of Grace Church
The Urban Entrepreneur PodcastApr 08, 2019
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EP 33 - Pastor Michael Young, Lead Pastor of City of Grace Church
EP 33 - Pastor Michael Young, Lead Pastor of City of Grace Church
Recorded on 4/6/19
Apr 08, 201954:19

EP 32 - Chris Powell - Founder of StarsWorldWide
EP 32 - Chris Powell - Founder of StarsWorldWide
Recorded on 3/30/19
Apr 01, 201957:09

EP 31 - Ms. Karen Gary - Owner of Synergi Salon
EP 31 - Ms. Karen Gary - Owner of Synergi Salon
Recorded on 3/23/19
Mar 25, 201956:55

EP 30 - Noni Banks, President and CEO of the DIVA MOVEMENT
EP 30 - Noni Banks, President and CEO of the DIVA MOVEMENT
Recorded 3/16/19
Mar 20, 201954:37

EP 29 - Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour
EP 29 - Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour
Recorded 3/9/19
Mar 20, 201953:30

EP 28 - Terry Green - Social Justice Awards
EP 28 - Terry Green - Social Justice Awards
Recorded on 3/2/19
Produced by Darrel D. Frater
Mar 11, 201957:21

EP 27 – Harley Blakeman – Co-Founder/CEO of Honest Jobs & Tyshawn Colquitt from “The Voice 2018”
EP 27 – Harley Blakeman – Co-Founder/CEO of Honest Jobs & Tyshawn Colquitt from “The Voice 2018”
On this episode C. Sunny Martin first speaks with Harley Blakeman who is the Co-Founder and CEO of a startup company called Honest Jobs. Honest Jobs seeks to help those with a criminal history gain employment. They are a national online job board focused on fair-chance employment.
Kevin Lloyd with ColumbusBlack.com is back with the weekly "Tech Bites" giving you news on the exploding tech community.
We have Tyshawn Colquitt who recently competed on “The Voice". After coming back from the Grammy’s Columbus' own, Bobby Floyd will be joining Tyshawn in performing in a "MoTown ReVue" Saturday, March 2nd, at the Valley Dale Ballroom in Columbus. The production is being promoted by Ms. Gayle Warren with G. Warren Wealth Enterprises, in conjunction with City Music Columbus. This event is a fund raiser and there are over $30,000 worth of items in their Silent Auction. Tickets and VIP Packages are still available!
Terry Green is hosting the first annual Social Justice Awards on March 15th.
Magnetic Entrepreneur – A personality that attracts has officially been released and has made it to #1 Best Seller internationally on Amazon. You can get your copy on my website at DarrelFrater.com.
Recorded on 2/16/19
Produced by Darrel D. Frater
Feb 18, 201951:46

EP 26 - Brian & Dominique Brooks - New Apparel Line: 1881 Apparel
EP 26 - Brian & Dominique Brooks - New Apparel Line: 1881 Apparel
On this episode C. Sunny Martin speaks Brian & Dominique Brooks.
They are the co-owners of the E. E. Ward Moving & Storage Company that is America’s oldest, in continuation operation Black business, that began in 1881 right here in Columbus, Ohio. They also recently expanded and opened offices in Charlotte.
In 1881 the company founded by John T. Ward and his son, William S. Ward started the Ward Transfer Line with a team of horses, a wagon, and two helpers also assisted runaway slaves seeking freedom on the Underground Railroad.
Brian & Dominique recently started an apparel line – 1881 Apparel. Shop online at www.shop1881.com
Kevin Lloyd is back with “Tech Bites" giving you information on the latest new in Tech.
Terry Green is hosting the first annual Social Justice Awards on March 15th.
February 16th is the release date of a book titled Magnetic Entrepreneur – A personality that attracts.
Recorded on 2/9/19
Produced by Darrel D. Frater
Feb 11, 201956:09

EP 25 - Lindsey Tinsley - Marketing Director at Byers Imports
EP 25 - Lindsey Tinsley - Marketing Director at Byers Imports
On this episode C. Sunny Martin speaks with Lindsey Tinsley, the Marketing Director at Byers Imports who just celebrated 7th year with the company.
Kevin Lloyd is back with “Tech Bites" giving you information on the latest new in Tech.
Our newest sponsor is E.E. Ward Moving & Storage Company, the Oldest Black-Owned Business in the U.S, has launched a new apparel line, 1881 Apparel to celebrate its founding year.
February 16th is the release date of a book titled Magnetic Entrepreneur – A personality that attracts. This is a book of which I have had the honor of being a co-author for. Stay tune for information on how you can get your copy on February 16th.
Today’s Shout Out Your Business by Shawn Sklar.
Recorded on 2/2/19
Produced by Darrel D. Frater
Feb 04, 201959:41

EP 24 - Pastor Jewel Tankard, Global Economist and Star of Bravo’s Hit Series “Thicker Than Water"
EP 24 - Pastor Jewel Tankard, Global Economist and Star of Bravo’s Hit Series “Thicker Than Water"
On this episode C. Sunny Martin speaks with Global Economist and Star of Bravo’s Hit Reality Series “Thicker Than Water” Pastor Jewel Tankard!
Pastor Tankard is the wife of Gospel Jazz Musician Ben Tankard. Pastor Jewel Tankard is a Financial services expert who became a millionaire early in life. Through her “Millionaires Club” she mentors women across the U.S. and in 10-other countries on cutting edge money matters, wealth strategies, and global economics.
Pastor Jewel teaches club members to dominate in their fields of expertise and create massive cash flow to produce worldwide impact and financial freedom.
Pastor Jewel Tankard will be in Columbus Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 for a FREE Workshop from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the new economy of crypto currencies! You can register on Eventbrite.
Kevin Lloyd is back with “Tech Bites" giving you information on the latest new in Tech.
And as always this podcast is sponsored by Byers Imports in Columbus, Ohio. Go check them out at ByersImports.com for the best car deals.
Recorded on 1/26/19
Produced by Darrel D. Frater
Jan 28, 201956:03

EP 23 - Gerry Hammond, Founder/CEO InTheNumber - An apparel company with a strong positive mission
EP 23 - Gerry Hammond, Founder/CEO InTheNumber - An apparel company with a strong positive mission
On this episode C. Sunny Martin speaks with PGA Pro Gerry Hammond. After 25 years of golfing, Gerry now using golf as a tool to teach integrity, discipline, academic excellence, teamwork and service to hundreds of young people through his company Hammond Golf Academy. Gerry is now here on the show to share information on his newest endeavor – InTheNumber Apparel.
Also, we have Ms. Dawn Dickson back for Part II of her efforts to raise capital for her latest upstart tech venture PopCom. You can learn more about this investment opportunity at PopCom.Shop.
Kevin Lloyd is back with “Tech Bites" giving you information on the latest new in Tech.
And as always this podcast is sponsored by Byers Imports in Columbus, Ohio. Go check them out at ByersImports.com for the best car deals.
Recorded on 1/19/19
Jan 20, 201955:34

EP 22 - Dawn Dickson, Popcom.Shop STO Investment Opportunity - Medical Marijuana Vending Machine
EP 22 - Dawn Dickson, Popcom.Shop STO Investment Opportunity - Medical Marijuana Vending Machine
On this episode C. Sunny Martin speaks with a Truly Disruptive Entrepreneur, Ms. Dawn Dickson. Dawn is the founder and CEO of PopCom, a leading Black owned automated retail technology company that specializes in smart vending and kiosk solutions. She is raising $900,000 through a crowdfunding vehicle called a Security Token Offering or STO to launch her Medical Marijuana Vending Machine Business. Check out her website at Popcom.shop to learn more about this opportunity to invest in her business. The minimum investment to get in on this investment opportunity is only $252.
We also have Mr. Kevin Lloyd CEO of ColumbusBlack.com with our new weekly "Tech Bites" feature where he'll be sharing all of the activities and engagements of the Tech community happenings in Central Ohio. He is also the founder of MYLE. The mobile app that is changing the way you find your going out plans for the night. Go download that app in the App Store or Google Play Store and be an early user of this revolutionary app.
As always this podcast is sponsored by Byers Imports in Columbus, Ohio. Go check them out at ByersImports.com for the best car deals.
Recorded on 1/12/19
Jan 14, 201959:53

Episode 21 - Radio Hour with Kevin Lloyd, CEO/Co-Founder of ColumbusBlack.com
Episode 21 - Radio Hour with Kevin Lloyd, CEO/Co-Founder of ColumbusBlack.com
Host: C. Sunny Martin
Guest: Mr. Kevin Lloyd, CEO/Co-Founder of ColumbusBlack.com
Date: 1/5/19
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Jan 07, 201956:59

Episode 20 - Radio Hour with Ashley McCormick & Terry Green 12/29/18
Episode 20 - Radio Hour with Ashley McCormick & Terry Green 12/29/18
Host: C. Sunny Martin
Guests: Ashley McCormick - Founder of Allure Events
Terry Green - Founder of Think, Make, Live
Date: 12/29/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Dec 30, 201856:06

Episode 19 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin Featuring Archie Williamson and Henry Golatt
Episode 19 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin Featuring Archie Williamson and Henry Golatt
Host: C. Sunny Martin
Guests: Mr. Archie Williamson - Founder & Senior Partner of a multi-million-dollar IT firm, Diversified Systems Inc.
Mr. Henry Golatt - The new Small Business Coordinator within the Economic Development Division of the City of Columbus Department Of Development
Date: 12/22/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Dec 24, 201857:27

Episode 18 - Radio Hour with Brian and Dominique Brooks, Owners of E.E. Ward Moving & Storage
Episode 18 - Radio Hour with Brian and Dominique Brooks, Owners of E.E. Ward Moving & Storage
Hosts: C. Sunny Martin
Guests: Brian and Dominique Brooks, Owners of E.E. Ward Moving & Storage - The oldest African-American owned business in the United States.
Date: 12/15/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Dec 17, 201857:09

Episode 17 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 12/8/18
Episode 17 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 12/8/18
Hosts: C. Sunny Martin and Angelica Bowersock 12/8/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Dec 12, 201859:45

Episode 16 - Radio Hour with Robert E. Lee III - Franchise Owner of 2 Donatos Pizzas
Episode 16 - Radio Hour with Robert E. Lee III - Franchise Owner of 2 Donatos Pizzas
Hosts: C. Sunny Martin and Angelica Bowersock 12/1/18
Today's Guest - Robert E. Lee III - Franchise Owner of 2 Donatos Pizzas in Columbus, Ohio
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Dec 05, 201856:54

Episode 15 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin & Angelica Bowersock 11/24/18
Episode 15 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin & Angelica Bowersock 11/24/18
Today's Guest - Dr. Joy Kouns Lewis: VP of the Asian Commerce Group in Central Ohio
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Nov 26, 201857:04

Episode 14 - Guest Show: Tough Decisions w/ Dan and Dennae Handford
Episode 14 - Guest Show: Tough Decisions w/ Dan and Dennae Handford
On this episode I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Tough Decisions for Entrepreneurs Podcast hosted by Dan and Dennae Handford where I speak about my tough decision to leave my job at a fortune 500 company to officially start my entrepreneur journey just about 5 months ago.
Nov 22, 201816:14

Episode 13 - SSCS: How to start a Traveling Photography Business w/ Jezrel White
Episode 13 - SSCS: How to start a Traveling Photography Business w/ Jezrel White
On this episode of the Sharp Shooters Consulting Session we have Traveling Photographer, Jezrel White as our Topic expert as we speak to our friend who is a senior at The College of New Jersey, Rock Jennings, who is looking to start a business as a traveling photographer.
Nov 16, 201835:42

Episode 12 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin & Angelica Bowersock 11/10/18
Episode 12 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin & Angelica Bowersock 11/10/18
Today's Guest - Kevin King, General Manager of BYERS IMPORTS
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Nov 12, 201852:46

Episode 11 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Drink or Drank
Episode 11 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Drink or Drank
We bring in a panel of entrepreneurs and business professionals to talk about various business topics.
Today's Topic: Drink or Drank
This Episode's Guest:
- Scott Krauger (Best Bottle Wine)
- Coviello Salines (Amour Geneve, The Blue Wine)
- Joe Cruz Jr (YaVe Tequila)
- Frank Tapia (electriCOCO)
- Jessica Crocco (electriCOCO)
Nov 08, 201847:44

Episode 10 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 11/3/18
Episode 10 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 11/3/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Nov 05, 201859:49

Episode 9 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Marketing in the Digital Age
Episode 9 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Marketing in the Digital Age
We bring in a panel of entrepreneurs and business professionals to talk about various business topics.
Today's Topic: Marketing in the Digital Age
This Episode's Guest:
- Tyrone Webb Jr.
- Toni Abraira
- Justin Franklin
- Dan Young
- Robert Helfst
- Alexia Hernandez Cargal
Nov 01, 201846:31

Episode 8 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 10/27/18
Episode 8 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 10/27/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Oct 30, 201851:03

Episode 7 - Guest Show: Total Wellness Radio w/ Dan Young
Episode 7 - Guest Show: Total Wellness Radio w/ Dan Young
On this episode I had the pleasure of being a guest on Total Wellness Radio hosted by Dan Young as I talk about my story and the entrepreneur mindset and how it relates to health.
Oct 26, 201834:49

Episode 6 - SSCS: Becoming a Public Speaker w/ Antonio Parrales
Episode 6 - SSCS: Becoming a Public Speaker w/ Antonio Parrales
On this episode of the Sharp Shooters Consulting Session we have Nationally Recognized Motivational Speaker, Antonio Parrales as our Topic expert as we speak to our new friend from Barcelona Amy who has a goal of becoming a Public Speaker.
Oct 19, 201828:18

Episode 5 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 10/13/18
Episode 5 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 10/13/18
On this Episode our host, Darrel D. Frater, joins Sunny in the conversation about entrepreneurship and how Darrel got in the game.
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Oct 14, 201848:13

Episode 4 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Getting Started
Episode 4 - #LetsTalkAboutIt: Getting Started
We bring in a panel of entrepreneurs and business professionals to talk about various business topics.
Today's Topic: Getting Started
This Episode's Guest:
- Troy Eatmon (Formula 4 LLC)
- Ashley Owens (Ashley Assists , LLC)
- Daniel Shifman (Everlasting Confidence)
- Jonathan Cepeda (Activate Your Love)
- Sara Rosenberg (Power Match)
Oct 12, 201835:45

Episode 3 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 9/8/18
Episode 3 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 9/8/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Sep 27, 201859:16

Episode 2 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 9/1/18
Episode 2 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 9/1/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Sep 27, 201858:58

Episode 1 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 8/25/18
Episode 1 - Radio Hour with C. Sunny Martin 8/25/18
The Urban Entrepreneur Radio Hour: Your weekly radio show created specifically for SMB owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Featuring interviews with Central Ohio's most successful entrepreneurs.
- Learn best practices from business experts
- Gain a heads up on government procurement opportunities
- Learn how to succeed at sales & revenue generation
- Receive valuable discounts from businesses
- Market & gain massive exposure for your business
Sep 27, 201857:43