6. Building a Brand with Chico Conaway

10. Creating Wealth in the Community with Johnny Bailey

Johnny Bailey has been hustling since he was a 4 sport high school athlete. After graduating he built a resume that landed him with Nike, at the time his dream job. Through working in his community he saw the racial economic wealth gap becoming a major problem, so he did something about it. With his organization the ShineHard Foundation (@shinehardfam) he’s helped thousands of entrepreneurs and students. Now a Google Digital Coach, Johnny is giving entrepreneurs the tools to close the gap through digital inclusion. Links: Shine Hard Family: www.shinehardfamily.org SBF Website: Strongblackfather.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Strongblackfathers

9. Educate & Motivate with JR Rivera

Since he was young JR Rivera had an ability to lead others. Helping his friends with time management and being able to articulate well put him in the position he’s in today. As an educator, he first got on Social Media to connect with his Students. That quickly turned into a career as a motivational speaker. He’s also an author with plans on writing more books. And now as Social Media Influencer, he uses his platform to promote products he believes in while getting paid. On top of all that he’s using all the skills, he’s learned to pour into his children and get them ready for the world. Links: JR Rivera Social Media: @_jrrivera SBF Website: Strongblackfather.com [http://strongblackfather.com/] Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Strongblackfathers [https://www.patreon.com/Strongblackfathers]

8. Harlem Globetrotter to First Time Dad with Tay Fisher

Tay Fisher might be the most positive and passionate guest we've had so far. He has a lot to be positive about, a professional career with the @harlemglobetrotters, a growing family, and his many efforts to impact and inspire the youth. In Episode 8 of The StrongBlack Fathers Podcast Tay (@tfisher03) talks about it all. How he became a Harlem Globetrotter, why he walked away, how it feels to be a fairly new dad, and how he is making sure to bring his hashtag #Wewillchangetheworld to life! Links: Tay's Website: Tayfisher.com [http://tayfisher.com/] SBF Website: Strongblackfather.com [http://strongblackfather.com/] Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Strongblackfathers [https://www.patreon.com/Strongblackfathers]

7. The Father/Husband Mindset with Kier Gaines

Kier Gaines otherwise known for his Instagram handle @Kierandthem might want to change his name to the father guru; Not just because he’s a licensed therapist, but because of how honest he is with himself and his audience. If you’ve seen one of his self-reflection videos you’ll understand. On a whim, he told his wife Noami that he’d start a youtube channel about there family life. He bought a camera and started documenting and the rest is history in the making. In Episode 7 of the Strong Black Fathers Podcast Kier and I talk about having independent daughters, the importance of voting, the role of a father and a husband, and much more. Links: Kier & Them Youtube Page:  https://www.youtube.com/c/KierAndThem [https://www.youtube.com/c/KierAndThem] Strongblackfather.com [http://strongblackfather.com/] Patreon.com/strongblackfathers [http://patreon.com/strongblackfathers]

6. Building a Brand with Chico Conaway

Chico Show Notes Cornell “Chico” Conaway wanted to make sure his daughter would have a deep understanding of music, so from a young age, he taught her about the classics. One day he decided to challenge her to remember lyrics and within a few hours she had it down. Chico recorded the video of he and his daughter, Brook,e rapping to Run DMC and they knew they had something special. Several song covers later and amassing popularity. Both Chico and Brooke are beginning their careers in entertainment. Chico is also the CEO of the fitness apparel line Gainz Sports Gear In Episode 6 of the Strong Black Fathers Podcast, we discuss his parenting style, his business philosophy, what he and Brooke have in store. Follow them on Instagram @Chicodsolo, @Iambrookemonroe @gainz_sportsgear Links: Gainz Sports Gear - https://www.gainzsportsgear.com/ [https://www.gainzsportsgear.com/] Chico/ Brooke Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEGb1ylZts5W5ulXUA5_oQQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEGb1ylZts5W5ulXUA5_oQQ] Strong Black Fathers Website - https://strongblackfather.com/ [https://strongblackfather.com/] Black Success Today - https://blacksuccesstoday.com/discount/sbf [https://blacksuccesstoday.com/discount/sbf] Fruit Studios VA - https://www.fruitstudiosva.com/ [https://www.fruitstudiosva.com/]