In this heartfelt episode of Harmonious Wealth, host Iyanna Vaughn speaks with Ameka Coleman, founder of Strands of Faith, a clean beauty brand empowering textured hair care with purpose-driven products. Ameka dives into her personal and entrepreneurial journey, sharing candidly about balancing family and business, overcoming personal traumas, and the pivotal role of faith in her life.

Ameka also unpacks her mission to end texturism in the beauty industry, how she secures grants and funding for her brand, and her insights into building a trustworthy team. For aspiring entrepreneurs, she offers actionable advice on starting a product-based business, understanding market demand, and preparing for challenges in entrepreneurship.

This episode is filled with wisdom, faith, and encouragement, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of personal growth and business success.

Key Takeaways:

• Ameka Coleman is the founder of Strands of Faith, a clean beauty brand for textured hair.
• Personal growth and faith are critical for success.
• Support systems, like Ameka’s husband, are invaluable for entrepreneurial balance.
• Creating demand-driven products is essential for product-based businesses.
• Delegation and overcoming personal traumas are key to scaling.
• Grants and funding require strategic alignment with business goals.
• Entrepreneurship influences family dynamics, often modeling resilience for children.

https://youtu.be/IEIdBn6MmRE

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Ameka Coleman and Strands of Faith
• 02:43 Personal Growth and Business Challenges
• 05:50 Support Systems in Entrepreneurship
• 08:35 Building a Team and Overcoming Trust Issues
• 11:33 Pivotal Moments in Business Growth
• 14:23 The Importance of Inner Work
• 17:09 The Symbolism of the Mustard Seed
• 19:56 Navigating Grant Applications and Public Speaking
• 22:42 Influencing Family Through Entrepreneurship
• 25:35 Advice for Harmonizing Business and Family
• 28:21 Starting a Product-Based Business
• 31:11 Securing Funding and Grants
• 34:03 Legacy and Mission of Strands of Faith
• 37:01 Defining Harmonious Wealth

KEEP UP WITH AMEKA HERE

• Strands of Faith website
• Ameka’s Instagram