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Kesi StriblingMay 9th, 2025

Yasmin Vasquez’s Passion for Building Community Connections Motivates Her Work as a Community Business Academy Instructor

We are pleased to introduce Yasmin Vasquez, a Community Business Academy Instructor for LIFT-LA, located in Los Angeles, California. In the profile, Yasmin shares her experience teaching and mentoring Los Angeles entrepreneurs in the program, reflects on how the program has strengthened her business, and how Cohorts are overcoming obstacles to restart and rejuvenate their businesses. Preparing for life as an entrepreneur and meeting LIFT-LA As a first generation American in her

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adminApril 30th, 2025

Still You in There: Honoring the Inner Work of Healing

As we enter Mental Health Awareness Month, I find myself reflecting on how often we are asked to be strong, especially as women, caregivers and leaders, without the space or support to truly tend to our inner lives. That’s why I’m so honored to share this week’s Future Tide Conversations episode featuring Towanda McEachern. She is an author, coach, and founder of The Empowerment Studio in Newark, NJ. Towanda shares how her

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Kesi StriblingApril 10th, 2025

Rising Tide Capital Champions Wellness during Women’s History Month

Rising Tide Capital recently hosted Strategies for Pursuing Wellness at Home, Work, and the Community during Women’s History Month. An empowering event designed for women entrepreneurs and organizational leaders, the virtual program highlighted tips to prioritize wellness at home and at work. Speakers shared life lessons they’ve learned along the way and tips to spur business growth, avoid burnout, and build strong support systems. The Entrepreneurship Journey Emceed by Kimberly Sumpter of Rising

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adminApril 8th, 2025

Rising Tide Capital Launches Future Tide Conversations Podcast to Elevate Visionary Voices Driving Change

As we step into April—Financial Literacy Month—I am filled with both gratitude and determination. These past few years have taught us so much about uncertainty, resilience, and the power of community. In this spirit of learning and growth, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Future Tide Conversations, a new podcast series that invites us to explore stories of hope and leadership in uncertain times. This podcast is a key initiative of

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Kesi StriblingMarch 21st, 2025

Community Business Academy Instructor Spotlight: Dr. Kemi Elufiede

You have a diverse background that includes being a small business owner. Describe your journey from education to entrepreneur. My background is in K-12 instruction and higher education, as well as social services. Through my community connections, I gained a deep understanding of the nonprofit industry. Leveraging my experience in education, I directed my passion toward supporting writing and literacy education within the community, which led me to create programs for all

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