The Adversity Advantage: Black Women, Innovation, and the New Face of Entrepreneurship Inspired by Alicia Brown

In this episode, we explore how Black women are leading a new wave of entrepreneurship by transforming adversity into innovation. Drawing on fresh research and real-world stories, we reveal how barriers like job loss and systemic bias have sparked a surge in business creation, especially among young Black women. Discover how resilience, necessity, and community support are fueling an entrepreneurial renaissance—and why the lessons from these trailblazers are reshaping our understanding of success, opportunity, and human potential.