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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ryan Wilson.
Purpose of the Interview
The interview aimed to:
Highlight Ryan Wilson’s entrepreneurial journey as co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot (TGS).
Showcase how TGS fosters collaboration, networking, and empowerment for African Americans and minorities.
Discuss business growth strategies, fintech integration, and community building.
Promote the Atlanta Business League’s 90th anniversary and its role in supporting Black-owned businesses.
Key Takeaways
Vision and Persistence
TGS was conceptualized in 2013 and launched in 2016 after years of planning.
Ryan faced 97 rejections before securing the first investor for \$3M in funding.
Quote: “We really were seeing something that the market couldn’t see.”

Atlanta as the Hub
Chose Atlanta for its culture, leadership, and creative ecosystem.
Quote: “Atlanta is an incredibly special place… what we export more than anything else is our culture.”

Community and Networking
TGS offers event spaces, dining, and workspaces designed to celebrate Black culture.
Membership spans ages 21 to 91, emphasizing connection across industries.
Quote: “My job each and every day is to try to figure out how to introduce people that ordinarily would not have met one another.”

Fintech and Financial Empowerment
TGS integrates financial technology solutions to improve community financial health.
Quote: “We realized that we didn’t actually have the tool… we could talk about money, but we needed the ability to bank and provide resources.”

Atlanta Business League Leadership
Ryan serves as Chair of ABL, advocating for Black-owned businesses.
Focus on growth, partnerships, and practical advice through programs and panels.
Quote: “Do you really want to win or look good losing?” (on DEI challenges)

Expansion
Physical locations: Atlanta, Washington D.C., Los Angeles.
Connected cities: New York, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Charlotte.

Notable Quotes
“I didn’t want to have any regrets about not trying.”
“We need to have a place where we feel comfortable.”
“It’s in everybody’s interest that Black-owned businesses grow and scale.”
#BEST
#SHMS
#STRAW
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley.
Founder of The Playbook. Here’s a breakdown of the key topics and highlights:
Key Themes & Highlights
The Playbook’s Mission & Innovation
Dr. Mosley introduces The Playbook, an award-winning mental health performance sports tech company.
The platform measures stress, well-being, and resilience, providing athletes with data-driven insights to improve performance.

Mental Health & Performance Tracking
The Playbook uses gamified psych assessments to quantify mental health metrics like resilience and stress.
It provides trackable wellness solutions for sports organizations, helping teams gain a competitive advantage.

Scaling Mental Health Support in Sports
Dr. Mosley discusses the challenges of scaling mental health resources, especially post-COVID.
She emphasizes the importance of AI and machine learning in making mental health measurable and actionable.

Privacy & Athlete Trust
The Playbook is HIPAA-compliant, ensuring privacy and restricted access to athlete data.
It was developed with input from thousands of athletes, making it a trusted tool in the sports ecosystem.

Expanding Beyond Sports
While The Playbook is designed for athletes, Dr. Mosley acknowledges its potential in corporate and medical spaces.
She highlights interest from industries like construction, healthcare, and military operations.

About Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley & The Playbook
Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley is a consulting psychologist who has worked with elite sports organizations, including the NBA, NFL, NCAA, and U.S. Air Force. She founded The Playbook to bridge the gap between mental health and athletic performance, ensuring that mental wellness is prioritized alongside physical training. Her work is revolutionizing how teams and athletes approach mental health, making it quantifiable, trackable, and actionable.
#STRAW
#BEST
#SHMS


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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Keanna Sanders.
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To highlight Keanna Sanders’ entrepreneurial journey from fashion merchandising to founding Sandbridge Early Learning Center, a network of childcare facilities in Maryland. The interview explores her motivations, challenges, and vision for empowering families and communities through early childhood education.
🧭 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Inspiration & Passion for Children
Keanna’s love for children began at age 13, helping her grandmother care for infants and toddlers.
Quote:
“I was always around children… babysitting cousins, neighbors, and helping my grandmother with single moms’ kids.”
2. Education & Certifications
Studied Fashion Merchandising at University of Maryland Eastern Shore and Fashion Institute of Technology.
Earned childcare certifications (e.g., 45-hour and 90-hour credentials) to qualify as a teacher in Maryland.
Quote:
“I went and got my certifications in childcare so I could make a little extra money.”
3. Entrepreneurial Drive
Keanna always knew she wanted to be her own boss, even before understanding what entrepreneurship meant.
Quote:
“I didn’t want to work a 9 to 5. I wanted to travel and make my own schedule.”
4. Serial Entrepreneurship
Owned a car dealership called Trendy Motors before launching Sandbridge.
Used profits from car sales and a bank loan to fund her childcare business.
Quote:
“I sold my first car and said, ‘I’m going to start a car business.’ That success helped me launch Sandbridge.”
5. Founding Sandbridge Early Learning Center
The name “Sandbridge” combines her last name (Sanders) with the concept of “bridging the gap” between parents and children.
Quote:
“Sandbridge means bridging the gap between parents and kids.”
6. Curriculum & Learning Philosophy
Uses Frog Street Curriculum for infants to age 5.
Employs certified public school teachers through grants to prepare children for elementary school.
Quote:
“We want children to be ready for school. We teach through themes, tummy time, reading, and physical activities.”
7. Family Engagement & Community Impact
Hosts family nights, festivals, and educational field trips.
Offers financial support, discounts, and free meals to families in need.
Quote:
“We go above and beyond… sometimes I waive fees or help with scholarship applications.”
8. Franchise Vision & Branding
Plans to franchise Sandbridge nationally with consistent branding across locations.
Quote:
“I want every Sandbridge to look the same—like Chick-fil-A or Walgreens.”
9. Overcoming Bias & Embracing Identity
Initially hid her ownership due to fear of bias but later embraced her identity and impact.
Quote:
“You didn’t work this hard not to be recognized. People deserve to know who you are.”
10. Faith, Risk-Taking & Advice
Attributes her success to faith, persistence, and taking risks.
Quote:
“Out of ten no’s, you’ll get one yes. Be consistent, be persistent, and lean on God.”
📍 Current Status
Operates six locations in Maryland: three full sites and three before/after care programs.
Serves nearly 400 children.
Actively working on franchising the business.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley M. Fox.
Summary of the Interview
In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Ashley M. Fox—former Wall Street analyst, Howard University alum, financial educator, and founder/CEO of Amplify, a fintech platform focused on making wealth‑building accessible to everyday people.
Ashley shares her journey from working with ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients on Wall Street to becoming an entrepreneur determined to bring financial education and empowerment to communities traditionally excluded from wealth conversations. She discusses the creation of Amplify, her financial fall and recovery, her work in schools and prison systems, and how digital content has allowed her to scale her mission globally.
The discussion emphasizes mindset, self‑belief, access, and a practical path to wealth, even starting with as little as $20.
Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to:
1. Inspire financial empowerment
Ashley explains how anyone—regardless of background or starting point—can begin building wealth and shift generational outcomes.
2. Demystify investing and wealth-building
She breaks down how simple investing can be, the power of small consistent contributions, and how wealth isn’t limited to entrepreneurs or high earners.
3. Highlight her fintech platform Amplify
She shares how Amplify democratizes financial education through online tools, community, and accessible investing classes.
4. Encourage a mindset shift
Ashley stresses the importance of eliminating fear, building confidence, and using logic instead of emotion when making financial decisions.
Key Takeaways 1. Wealth Begins with Belief and Mindset
Ashley learned on Wall Street that the biggest difference between wealthy and non-wealthy people is not education—it's self-belief. Many people don’t believe wealth is possible for them because they've never seen it.
2. You Don’t Need a Lot of Money to Start Investing
She urges people to start with $20, even buying fractional shares. It’s consistency—not starting amount—that builds wealth.
3. You Can Invest in Others’ Ideas—Not Just Your Own
Building wealth doesn’t require launching a business. Buying stock is one of the easiest ways to participate in wealth creation.
4. Ashley’s Own Journey Included Failure
After leaving Wall Street, she was evicted, slept on her parents’ couch for two years, and maxed out credit cards. Her purpose kept her going.
5. Financial Education Should Start Early
She developed financial education programs for schools, prison systems, and everyday families because adults often learn too late.
6. Amplify Scales Wealth Education
Her platform offers 300+ hours of videos and tools, helping members open 3,000+ investment accounts and invest $7.4M collectively.
7. Social Media Is Her Biggest Access Point
Ashley reaches millions by being authentic, relatable, and consistent—meeting people where they are.
8. You Must Pay Yourself First
Most people pay bills, companies, and creditors before investing in themselves. She emphasizes reversing that pattern.
9. Logic Over Emotion
Wealth requires logical decision‑making, especially in the market. Emotional reactions undermine long-term financial growth.
Notable Quotes (Taken From the Transcript) On Wealth Mindset
“When you think and know and believe you have the power to create wealth and you deserve wealth, you move a different way.”
“There is no president that can build the wealth that you can create for your family.”
On Starting Small
“You don't have to have a lot of money to start. You just have to have the will to begin.”
“A whole lot of $20 can get you to a million—as long as you don’t stop.”
On Investing
“Consider the companies you give your money to and own them, because they are a lot cheaper than you think.”
“If I’m helping you build a billion‑dollar business by using your products, I deserve a piece of the pie.”
On Self-Reliance
“You pay everybody… the bartender, the mortgage company—and you’re the one without money. Who’s going to worry about you?”
On Purpose and Identity
“My story never changed. The mission was always dedicated to the people I didn’t see coming into that building on Wall Street.”
“Amplify is the movement. It just has my DNA.”
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
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