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Sheila Johnson Talks BET, Entrepreneurship and Why She Doesn’t Love Being Called “America’s First Black Female Billionaire”

On with Kara Swisher

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Empowerment Through Hospitality and Sports

This chapter explores a unique business strategy focusing on luxury hotels while highlighting the importance of women's roles in sports and entrepreneurship. It discusses the challenges faced by women, particularly women of color, in accessing funding and the impact of personal resilience and familial support. The conversation also touches on the complexities of identity within media and the significance of diverse representation in shaping cultural narratives.

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