
 The Breakfast Club
 The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Ellen Sellers, Ione Jamison & Melissa Butler Talk Target Boycott; DEI Rollback, 'Buycott' + More
 Feb 14, 2025 
 Join Melissa Butler, founder of The Lip Bar, and Ellen Sellers, co-founder of Rucker Roots, as they dive into the Target boycott sparked by DEI rollbacks. They discuss the importance of community support for Black-owned brands and the challenges they face in retail. The conversation highlights navigating corporate diversity initiatives, the complexities of boycotts, and the need for intentional shopping to uplift Black entrepreneurship. Their insights shed light on the impact of consumer choices in fostering economic empowerment. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Community Support for Black-Owned Brands Amid Target Controversy 
 01:44 • 2min 
 Navigating Retail Challenges for Black-Owned Brands 
 03:34 • 12min 
 Navigating DEI Challenges in Corporate America 
 16:03 • 6min 
 Diversity and Boycotts in Retail 
 21:53 • 4min 
 Supporting Black-Owned Businesses: Challenges and Strategies 
 25:42 • 16min 
 Navigating the Landscape of Black Entrepreneurship and Community Impact 
 41:41 • 4min 
 Empowering Black Entrepreneurs 
 45:21 • 5min 
