Cathy Hughes

As a kid, Cathy Hughes practiced her DJ routine while her siblings banged on the bathroom door. As an adult, she founded Radio One, the country's largest African-American owned broadcasting company. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cathy Hughes, founder of Urban One and pioneering entrepreneur in the broadcasting world, shares her insights on resilience in the face of social and economic challenges. She discusses the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement and the COVID-19 crisis on Black entrepreneurs. Cathy emphasizes the need for genuine diversity and inclusion in corporate America and the importance of innovating for community empowerment. Additionally, she highlights the role of media in simplifying complex business concepts, making them accessible for everyone.