ideaHUb Innovators Podcast
The ideaHUb Innovators Podcast showcases the stories of thriving minority-owned businesses across Long Island, New York, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to share their journeys, challenges, and successes. Through in-depth conversations, each episode explores the unique experiences of business owners navigating growth, innovation, and scalability from a diverse perspective.
Powered by Hofstra University—Long Island’s largest private university—this podcast fosters meaningful discussions that inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Episodes
19 episodes
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Fenton Jagarnauth, Fenton Jagan LLC
In this episode, we're joined by Fenton Jagarnauth, owner of Fenton Jagnan LLC. Fenton has always been around business and business owners. Using the knowledge that he had in the past and realizing that he could profit from merging technology a...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Acqullia Bailey, Quilla’s Catering
In this episode, I’m joined by Acqullia A. Bailey, award-winning chef and founder of Quilla’s Catering, Inc.—a full-service catering company that’s been serving the tri-state area with heart and flavor for over 30 years.From soulful Cari...
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41:56
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Janna Rodriguez, Innovative Daycare
In this episode, I’m joined by Janna Rodriguez—a powerful voice in early childhood education, civic engagement, and community empowerment.From working on political campaigns at 14 to founding Innovative Daycare Corp, Janna has built a ca...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Dawn Kelly & Jade Duncan, The Nourish Spot
Today’s guests are Dawn Kelly, and her partner and daughter, Jade Duncan, owners of The Nourish Spot Inc., a healthy food and beverage haven in Queens, NY. Dawn launched the Nourish Spot with her two children after a 35+ year career in PR an...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Sean Phillips, Genesis Signs & Graphics
In this episode, we're joined by Sean Phillips—a seasoned Sales and Marketing executive who made the leap from corporate America to entrepreneurship.After decades with top brands like Coca-Cola, MTV, and NBCUniversal, Sean founded Genesi...
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38:41
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Godson Michel, Blue Surge Marketing Agency
In this episode, I’m joined by Godson Michel, President of Blue Surge Marketing Agency and founder of BlackLongIslandBusiness.com.From turning a sneaker hustle into a million-dollar e-commerce success to being named a 2024 Top 50 Black M...
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47:12
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Virginia Gonzalez, Aris Construction
In this episode, we're joined by Virginia Gonzalez, co-founder of Aris Construction—a trusted residential and commercial construction company known for its quality craftsmanship and commitment to safety.An immigrant from Guatemala with a...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Dbora & Romee Gooden, DboraCosmetics
Today’s guest is a true force of faith and beauty—Dbora, founder of Dbora Cosmetics and Women in Power, joined by her business partner and son, Romee Gooden.For over 20 years, Dbora has built an inspiring cosmetics empire rooted in self-...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Clifford Exil, JetEx Mechanical LLC
In this episode, we're joined by Clifford Exil, Founder and CEO of JetEx Mechanical LLC—a veteran and minority-owned certified business making major waves in HVAC, plumbing, and general construction.With over 15 years of industry experie...
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39:58
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Joy Williams, SoulJoy Wellness
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Joy Williams—a powerhouse at the intersection of wellness, entrepreneurship, and community leadership.Joy is the Associate Director of Community Engagement at Hofstra University’s Institute f...
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33:00
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Avi Mukherjee, Pre-Award Grants Manager
In this episode, we're joined by Avi Mukherjee, Hofstra University’s Pre-Award Grants Manager and past Assistant Director of Grant Writing and Management at Hofstra's Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.With over eight years of...
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30:56
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Paul Williams, Absolutely Trophies
In this episode, we're joined by Paul Williams—a dynamic CEO, multi-business owner, tech strategist, and national community leader. As the force behind Absolutely Trophies Inc. and GI Integrated Computer Solutions, Paul has built businesses tha...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Frederick Towles, The Towles Group, Inc.
This episode features Frederick Towles, an accountant, author, speaker, and finance coach committed to helping others unlock their full potential.As the founder of The Towles Group Inc., Frederick empowers individuals and small business...
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48:12
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Coralie Saint-Louis, Enpak Social
In this episode, we're joined by Coralie Saint-Louis—a journalist-turned-media and tech entrepreneur with a mission to reshape how we consume news.Coralie is the creator of Enpak, a social media app delivering real-time, verified local n...
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38:41
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Episode 5 | Vanessa Best, Precision HealthCare Consultants
Today on the ideaHUb Innovators Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Vanessa Best, an award-winning entrepreneur and the CEO & Founder of Precision HealthCare Consultants. Based in Baldwin, New York, Vanessa’s company has become ...
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Episode 5
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41:14
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Episode 4 | Dr. Neva Alexander, Nevalliance
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Episode 3
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Episode 3 | Kenia Osorio-Wellington, Kear Solutions
On this episode of the ideaHUb Innovators Podcast, our host, Dr. Lutisha Vickerie, sits down with Kenia Osorio-Wellington of Kear Solutions. The idea for “Kear Solutions” came from a suggestion from Kenia’s father-in-law. He ...
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43:13
ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Episode 2 | Marie Saint-Cyr, Saint-Cyr Business & Art Consulting
On this episode of the ideaHUb Innovators Podcast, our host, Dr. Lutisha Vickerie, sits down with Marie Saint-Cyr, owner of Saint-Cyr Art Studio.Marie E. Saint-Cyr is a visionary artist, muralist, and the Founder & CEO of Saint-Cyr ...
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ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Episode 1 | Dr. Richard Hayes
We open the ideaHUb Innovators Podcast with Dr. Richard N. Hayes, Executive Director of Hofstra University's Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and an Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at the Frank G. Zarb School...
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Episode 1
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