E097: Michael Phillips: T.D. Jakes Enterprises

Female VC Lab

Join us for an intriguing conversation with Michael Phillips, the dynamic Chief Operating Officer of T.D. Jakes Enterprises. Recorded live from Milken's 2024 Global Conference, Michael dives deep into their social impact venture, Goodsoil, and how it’s making waves for minority businesses. 🌍👥

5 Keys You'll Learn from This Episode

1. The Power of "Why":
   Discover why people don’t just buy your product—they buy WHY you make it. 🧐
2. Common Barriers for Founders:
   Learn about the three main hurdles faced by entrepreneurs: wealth, credit, and trust. 💰🔍🤝
3. Creating Supportive Ecosystems:
   Uncover the importance of building a strong, supportive network for minority businesses. 🌱💡
4. Impacts on Venture Capital:
   Understand how addressing these barriers can change the game for minority-owned venture firms. 🚀
5. A Vision for the Future:
   Hear Michael’s inspiring vision for unlocking the untapped potential of undercapitalized talent. 🌟

Fun Fact from the Episode
Did you know that Michael Phillips reads The Invisible Man every year? 📚 It started as a tradition with his son, and it’s become one of his personal rituals. Talk about dedication to a classic!

Outtro
Our chat with Michael was nothing short of enlightening. His insights into creating a digital playground for entrepreneurs and fostering trust within business ecosystems are truly transformative. You’re in for a treat!

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Stay curious and keep learning,
Barbara

P.S. Want to dive deeper into the world of Goodsoil and connect with Michael Phillips? Visit goodsoilform.com and explore the amazing work they’re doing!

Featured Guest Bio:

Michael Phillips is a trailblazer in the realm of social entrepreneurship and impact, devoting his life to the relentless pursuit of empowering individuals for positive change. Serving as the Chief Operating Officer at T.D. Jakes Enterprises, he spearheads innovative initiatives across Content Creation, Cultural Change, Community Development, and Capital Investments.

Guest Contact:

@mikephillipsofficial

Fund Information:

Good Soil is a project of T.D. Jakes Enterprises, LLC and a mission to connect entrepreneurs to opportunities in an effort to increase and maintain generational wealth and economic health in our communities. Here, every conversation plants a seed for growth, making every moment an opportunity to bloom into the next phase of small businesses. Learn more about the mission to increase generational wealth and employment by supporting and nurturing under-resourced entrepreneurs by visiting https://www.goodsoilforum.com/ and https://www.goodsoilmovement.com/.

Fund Site:

www.goodsoilforum.com
http://www.goodsoilmovement.com/

Fund Contact:

@TheGoodSoilMovement
@GoodSoilForum

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