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My Journey as a Diverse Member of a Junior League

Austin Startup

Audrey Ring and Terri enjoying dinner during the December AJLI Board Meeting in Charlotte. When I moved to Lafayette, Louisiana in 2004, I was inspired by a large delegation of young African-American leaders. I’ve told many I’m available via phone or email to answer their questions or share experiences.

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43 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Businesses

Hearpreneur

One of the main reasons why my partners and I started TopFire Media is to fill a void within the franchise arena. Thanks to Kyle Reyes, The Silent Partner Marketing ! So my team and I built it. It’s really as simple as that – no long, dramatic story. Thanks to Karen Cahn, VProud ! 4) Fill a void. 35) Loss of a dear friend.