Episode 9: I'm Living My Best Life - Authenticity in the C-Suite

Black Esquire Podcast

Co-Hosts, Attys. Michelle Jenkins and Shelley Whitehead sit down with Thank God It's Natural CEO, Chris-Tia Donaldson to discuss the Black experience in high-level corporate spaces at the Black Esquire Podcast's first ever LIVE TAPING and Season 1 Finale! The trio identified the challenges minorities face in their attempts to sincerely thrive in the C-Suite including: managing imposter syndrome, building a diverse book of business, and navigating cultural differences in the board room. This episode was sponsored by KOVAL Distillery and Liquor and Savage Smyth Event Space. Our sincere thanks not only to our special guest, Chris-Tia Donaldson, but also to performing artist Nola Ade, master of ceremony Rendel Solomon, and our sound sponsor DJ Double M. Guest Spotlight: Chris-Tia Donaldson is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thank God It's Natural (TGIN), a manufacturer of natural hair and skin care products currently sold in Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Sally's Beauty, and Walgreens. In her role, she oversees all aspects of day-to day operations, sales and strategic partnerships. Her book Thank God I'm Natural: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Natural Hair is a #1 Amazon bestseller and was hailed the "Natural Hair Bible" by Essence Magazine. Prior to starting her own company, Chris-Tia represented Fortune 500 companies in complex business transactions involving technology and open source code. Chris-Tia earned her A.B in Economics from Harvard University with high honors and is a graduate of Harvard Law School. The Black Esquire Podcast, hosted by Attorneys Michelle Jenkins and Shelley Whitehead, is a virtual space for young minority professionals to explore taboo topics related to the black experience in corporate America. The podcast can be found on social media @BlackEsquirePodcast and for listening on ITunes, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, and You Tube.