Welcome to the first moment episode of 'It Takes A Village To Raise An Entrepreneur'! I'm your host, Delina Medhin, and this moment is a clip from one of our recent episodes focusing on expanding your village and ensuring that you are learning from someone who is doing what you want to do or is successful in becoming what you want to be.

From Ep. 13: Navigating Racial Diversity, Personal Boundaries, and Assertiveness in the Beauty Industry with Malika James, MJ and I discuss looking for a manager/agent/lawyer, and she talks about Marietta Carter-Narcisse, our very own guest in It Takes A Village Ep 4. Real Talk: Expectations vs. Reality in the Entertainment Industry. How cool is it that we can connect the dots between past and present guests?

Meet Malika James:

MJ is a renowned TV and film makeup artist with over a decade of experience in her craft. As a bicoastal makeup artist and esteemed member of both the Makeup and Hair Stylist Guild Local 706 and Local 798, MJ has collaborated with an impressive roster of stars. From Gabrielle Union and Danai Gurira to Andrew Lincoln and Keke Palmer, her work has graced the faces of esteemed individuals in the entertainment industry. With credits that span from hit TV shows like "Grownish" and "Blackish" to blockbuster films like "The Hunger Games" series, her expertise has left an indelible mark as a day player, key artist and department head.

Meet Marietta:

Marietta Carter-Narcisse is an internationally renowned educator and veteran celebrity Film and Television makeup artist who has department headed shows including: A Jazzman’s Blues, Genius: Aretha, Rebel, Beaches remake, Sparkle, Malcolm X, Tina: What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Baby Boy, Boyz N The Hood, A Time To Kill, Whitney, which she received a Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild nomination, and others. She has always been generous at sharing her insights on the entertainment industry and is a mentor to countless artists.

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of entertainment, peek behind the curtains, and learn from the experiences of these amazing professionals. Whether you're an aspiring creative entrepreneur or simply curious about the industry, this episode is bound to leave you inspired.

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