Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing

Send us a text On Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb welcomes Konko Ba (Wolof, Senegal) and Nafessah Wazir (Harari, Ethiopia) for a culture-first conversation on how language shapes money—how we name saving and risk, why family support spans the U.S. and back home, and what “safe” assets really mean across the diaspora. From sou-sou/tontines to remittances, we unpack the traditions that build security—and which Western tools to adapt or skip. #LanguageMatters #AfricanDiaspora #Wolof #Harari #Senegal #Ethiopia #DiasporaFinance #Entrepreneurship #Investing #PlanetWekeza #WekezaApp #generationalwealth #financialeducation #financialliteracy #Africa Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text Guest: Walter Stith — former NFL player. Now Morgan Stanley financial advisor Theme: locker-room discipline → real-world wealth playbook Myth-busting: clear the beliefs that block smart decisions Windfall checklist: bonus/inheritance/NIL — first 3 moves Advisor vetting: quick green/red-flag test Playbook: budgeting • debt • long-term investing (discipline • recovery • teamwork) Personal inflation: beat lifestyle creep before it starts Family & legacy: simple, honest money talks Do now: 2 daily habits + 1 mistake to quit today #financialeducation #financialliteracy #racialwealthgap #NFL Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text Let’s Talk About Your Money—Join Us for a Community Conversation! Over the past few weeks, I have listened closely to the major concerns about navigating today’s unpredictable economy. Many have asked:  ❓ How can I protect my family or business from financial uncertainty?  📈 Where are the best opportunities to invest right now?  🔒 What steps should I take to secure my future? As a result, I will host and moderate "Your Money Matters: A Community Conversation" this Thursday, April 17, at 7:00 PM EST. This event will feature two incredible financial experts: 👨🏾‍💼 Reginald Canal, Financial Services Representative – specializing in wealth creation and generational planning.  📊 Marc Lichtenfeld, CMT, Chief Income Strategist at The Oxford Club – known for his expertise in dividend investing and long-term financial growth. Together, let’s answer your pressing questions and provide actionable insights to help you take control of your financial future. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text Planet Wekeza sits down with Devon Fanfair, Managing Director of Techstars Tulsa, to unpack the program's unique 'vision to venture to scale' blueprint.  Devon shares his expertise on navigating the startup journey, investing in high-potential ventures, and building a thriving tech ecosystem.  Get ready for valuable insights into the future of tech innovation and growth. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text  The Freedman's Bank, established in 1865, aimed to empower newly freed slaves through financial literacy and economic opportunity. However, mismanagement and exploitation led to its devastating collapse in 1874, robbing many of their hard-earned savings. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Professor Justene Hill Edwards, author of 'The Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman's Bank,' to uncover the complex history of this institution, its role in the Reconstruction era, and its lasting impact on the African American community and the racial wealth gap. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text Why do some 3.5 million Black American families have zero or negative wealth? 💰 Jack "Calvin" Schermerhorn, Arizona State Professor of History and author of The Plunder of Black America will join Planet Wekeza to share his insights from "The Plunder of Black America: How The Racial Wealth Gap Was Made" ! 📚✨ Schermerhorn traces 400 years of Black dispossession and recapitalization —what Frederick Douglass called plunder—through the stories of 8 Black families who fought to earn and keep their wealth against relentless systemic barriers. From 1619 to Tulsa to the subprime lending crisis, this history is key to understanding today’s racial wealth gap. 🎙️ Don’t miss this powerful conversation! Join https://www.Wekeza.com #PlanetWekeza  hashtag #BlackWealth  hashtag #RacialWealthGap  hashtag #EconomicJustice  hashtag #Podcast  hashtag #BlackHistory  hashtag #FinancialFreedom Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text  Join us for an eye-opening chat with Jon Laster, who's doing something pretty incredible - bringing his comedy chops to the tech world. You'll hear how this Comedy Cellar host went from cracking jokes on stage to creating BLAPP, an app that's changing the game for Black-owned businesses. Jon opens up about building a tech company from scratch, and shares what drove him to jump into entrepreneurship during 2020's pivotal moment. It's a real, raw conversation about using humor to drive change, and trust us - you won't want to miss it.  Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

 In this episode of Planet Wekeza, we explore how to take charge of your finances post-election. From boosting savings to navigating policy changes, we’ll share practical tips to keep your financial goals on track—no matter who’s in office. Tune in for clarity, confidence, and inspiration!  Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

 In this episode of Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb breaks down timeless lessons from Benjamin Graham’s The Intelligent Investor. Learn how to identify your investing style, avoid common pitfalls, embrace patience, and protect your money with a margin of safety. Practical tips to help you invest smarter and build long-term wealth!  Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

🎙️ Episode Overview: The Power of Licensed Financial Professionals 💼 In this episode of Planet Wekeza, host Sabrina Lamb dives deep into the importance of working with licensed financial professionals. Discover: 🛡️ The difference between fiduciary and non-fiduciary advisors. 💼 The pros and cons of fee-only vs. commission-based financial professionals. 🚫 The risks of following unlicensed social media advice. ⚖️ Legal penalties for giving unregistered investment advice. 🔍 How to vet your financial advisor using FINRA and SEC resources. Take control of your financial future with expert guidance from Wekeza’s licensed professionals! 🎯 #FinancialEducation #Wekeza #FiduciaryDuty #InvestSmart Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

 In this episode of the "Planet Wekeza" podcast, Sabrina Lamb, Founder and CEO of Wekeza, dives into the essential strategies for building generational wealth for families from the African Diaspora.  Discover how long-term investing, financial education, and wealth preservation can empower your family's financial future. We explore the stark wealth disparities in the U.S., the importance of diversified portfolios, and the power of real estate and estate planning.  Learn how to leverage Wekeza's resources and support Black-owned businesses to strengthen our communities. Start building your legacy today!  #GenerationalWealth #AfricanDiaspora #FinancialEducation #Investing #WealthPreservation #Black immigrants #financialsecurity #insurance #entrpreneurship #fintech #blackambitionsemifinalist Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Navigating Your Money Across All Of Your Relationships." Attorney Angela Barker shares her expert legal insights on managing your finances in any relationship stage—single, engaged, married, or in a common-law partnership. Learn how to navigate the complexities of money and the law! Disclaimer: Always seek the professional counsel of licensed attorneys in your state to ensure you receive advice tailored to your specific legal needs and circumstances. https://www.nycbar.org/get-legal-help/ Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

No matter your age...financial security means having options, access, and safeguards for life's unexpected moments. Join expert financial planner Reginald Canal as he shares essential protections and how to think strategically about securing your present and your future; throughout each phase of your life. A special financial message for the Haitian community. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Today, I am joined by Sonia Alleyne, a master of communications, business, and career strategy. She is the author of the groundbreaking "I Kick Ass at Work!" and co-founder of Storytellers Magic, Sonia empowers professionals and organizations to create opportunities and craft compelling narratives.  Sonia was the Press Secretary and Director of Public Information for the New York City Department of Finance, the editorial director at Black Enterprise (BE), and the founding editorial director of their Women of Power Summit. At BE, she broke several exclusive cover stories, including those on Oprah Winfrey, Ursula Burns, and “Black and Gay in Corporate America,” which won a GLAAD award. Sonia's latest work, "The Storytelling Business Journal," offers a blueprint for authentic business storytelling.  Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

During my interview with "Prince of Darkness: The Untold Story of Jeremiah G. Hamilton, Wall Street’s First Black Millionaire,"  with its author, Professor Shane White, we shed light on Haitian immigrant Jeremiah G. Hamilton, a figure whose life story is as instructive as it is fascinating. Audio:  https://rb.gy/4y7m00 Listen and share! #JeremiahGHamilton #Innovation #Ethics #Diversity #Fintech #Wekeza #WorldofMoney #DonCheadle #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #financialeducation #financialliteracy Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

There are so many discussions regarding money subjects such as budgeting, insurance, homeownership, etc, but I believe that before we utilize those financial services, we first need to unpack our knowledge. When it comes to money matters, are you a lioness who leads the tribe, a dolphin who ducks and dives, or an ostrich who buries its head in the sand?  What is your money personality: This first-of-its-kind book explores and unpacks the intricate world of money archetypes in Black families in South Africa. The author of What is Your Money Personality is Vangile Makwakwa, the founder of Wealthy-Money.com and a personal finance coach and online course creator who teaches women how to unlock their inner money guru, fall in love with their bank accounts, and live their best lives. She does this through her #MoneyMagic online course, one-on-one coaching, and international retreats.  Vangile also authored Heart, Mind & Money: Using Emotional Intelligence for Financial Success. She has a finance degree and an MBA and started her personal finance journey by paying off $60,000 in debt. She’s been traveling for 15 years and is building her company, wealthy-money.com, as she travels and lives in different countries.  She also led a global meditation for our WorldofMoney Born Rich forums. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Today’s guest expert is Dr. Joycelyn Morris!  She holds a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from Florida A&M University and a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Florida International University. Through her research, Joycelyn seeks to shed light on the systemic barriers that perpetuate wealth disparities and drive meaningful change.  Joycelyn is the Principal Consultant for JCM Consulting Group a financial management consulting company which focuses on helping existing businesses succeed by offering strategies for financial management and operations.   She is the host and producer of Race, Wealth, and Health, an important podcast for everyone interested in exploring the intersections of race, wealth, and health within communities of color. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

 Diona Richards is a business advisor with more than 15 years of successfully navigating the complexities of the financial industry and launching innovative partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She is an expert in corporate and business banking verticals and has worked with the top financial institutions and nonprofits worldwide.    In 2020, Diona launched See Me Fund, a social impact organization providing women entrepreneurs access to capital, resources, and strategic networks. In 2022, she launched Seen, a global podcast that promotes women's visibility.    With a mission to uplift women, she understands that capital is powerful and that, where deployed, it reflects what communities you choose to empower.    Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Have you ever wondered about the ideal strategies to optimize your investments and ensure a secure financial future - from where you are in life - right now? You're in luck! Join us in our next informative Wekeza podcast titled, “What is Your Investing Strategy?” with credentialed financial coach and strategist Dr. Dominque Reese AFC®, FFC®. Dr. Reese will unravel the mysteries of investing, break down the basics, and arm you with the knowledge to make informed decisions now. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a beginner eager to learn, this interview is designed for everyone! Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

The Planet Wekeza podcast introduces you to leading financial experts. And today is no different. Interviewed by Neidelyn Pina, the Co-Chair of WorldofMoney’s Leadership Council, our expert is Brooklyn’s own Yanely Espinal, the founder of the widely popular YouTube channel MissBHelpful.  ​After completing Teach For America, Yanely paired her love for teaching with her passion for financial literacy, creating a unique YouTube channel for people to engage with topics like budgeting, managing credit, saving and investing for retirement, and more! ​Yanely serves as the Director of Educational Outreach at Next Gen Personal Finance and is a member of CNBC's Financial Wellness Advisory Council.   Yanely is also a best-selling author of MIND YOUR MONEY…and we are thrilled to welcome YANLEY to Planet Wekeza!       Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com