modern life

Real stories about life, money, and redefining what matters

Next-generation entrepreneurship with Akilah Releford

EPISODE 10

Nov 2021 | clock 17 min | Download transcript (PDF)

CEO life, uncensored

There's something deeply rewarding about coming up with an idea and releasing it into the world. For some, starting a company might mainly be about chasing financial payoff. But for others, it's about creative fulfillment, making a difference, and building something from the ground up.


Our podcast guest, Akilah Releford, started her company as a college student. In the years since she’s found traction and success (but also that being CEO isn't always as glamorous as it sounds).

NOT-SO-FUN FACT

2.3%

of venture capital funding in 2020 went to women-led businesses.

Source: Bittner, Ashley, and Lau, Brigette, "Women-Led Startups Received Just 2.3% of VC Funding in 2020," Harvard Business Review, February 25, 2021.

Our Podcast Host: Jamila Souffrant

Jamila Souffrant is an award-winning podcaster, blogger, and money educator. She is the founder of the "Journey to Launch" platform and hosts a podcast of the same name, where she shares her journey to reach financial freedom while helping others do the same. Along with being a passionate financial educator, Jamila is a mom of 3 and a first-generation immigrant to the US.

Host Jamila Souffrant

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