This week we are joined by the ever inspiring, Kameese Davis, Founder of Award Winning company, Nylah’s Naturals. You may recognise Kameese from her amazing appearance on Dragon’s Den and securing investment from dragon, Sara Davies.
This episode covers all bases, from childhood, to being a mum in business and to disrupting the textured haircare market by providing products that are ingredient conscious. Kameese shares the touching inspiration behind her business idea- how she wanted products suitable for her daughter’s sensitive skin which enhanced her beautiful curls. Nylah’s Naturals was birthed!
It’s not all been smooth sailing as Kameese reveals the difficulties of being a woman of colour in business. She shares how many times she was told no before going on Dragon’s Den and securing investment from business giant Sara Davies!
We get a glimpse into what we’ve all been wondering… what is it really like to pitch to some of the most renowned entrepreneurs in the country?! This episode is a must listen for entrepreneurs especially those looking to access finance.
Topics Covered:
- Securing investment and investment readiness
- Pitching
- Hair & Beauty
- Experience of being a woman of colour in business
- Dragon’s Den
- Mentorship
- Juggling motherhood with being an entrepreneur
Host Details:
Tru is a multi-award winning creative entrepreneur, personal brand coach and publicity expert. Tru has over 15 years in enterprise, the arts and events, and is very passionate about supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs to get visible and build their personal brands.
Tru is passionate about building the creative entrepreneur community and is therefore the Founder of the Creative Entrepreneurs Podcast, Clubhouse Club which has reached 20,000 members and Facebook group where entrepreneurs can share and network with like minded people.
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