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How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield Dope leaders. Entrepreneurial voices. Inspiring journeys. Hosted by Dreena Whitfield

The podcast that dives deep into the unique journeys of some of the dopest entrepreneurs, business leaders, and personalities I know!

19/12/2025

Faith over fear isn’t just a catchy phrase, it’s the foundation that has kept Kim Roxie’s business growing for over 20 years. ✨

This week on How I Got Here, Dreena sits down with Kim Roxie, founder of clean beauty brand LAMIK Beauty. She shares how her personal journey with beauty standards has shaped her brand vision and incredible evolution: from a makeup shop in a Houston mall to being featured on and . 

When preparation met uncertainty in 2020, Kim didn’t back down. Instead, she leaned into the discomfort and found another breakthrough.

Tap the link in bio to hear how Kim is redefining clean beauty and leading with heart. 💕

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21/11/2025

What would happen if you gave yourself permission to focus on the dream that’s been tugging at you?

This week’s episode reminds us that clarity comes when you stop running from what you love and start building toward it, slowly and intentionally, on your own terms.

Your purpose doesn’t rush you. It waits for you. Listen to the full conversation by searching “How I Got Here” on your podcast app.

19/11/2025

Today on How I Got Here, we talk with Aamira Garba, a mother, storyteller, and founder of Lovelee Wine. Her brand was created with intention, curiosity, and a vision for her daughters’ future.
A simple interest in grapes grew into a purpose she couldn’t ignore.

Aamira entered an industry where she didn’t see herself represented and created wines with personality and heart. Her journey shows that reinvention is always possible and that purpose often finds you.
🎧 Watch the full episode now. Visit our bio and click the link to stream.

18/11/2025

When spoke at the Black Women in Food Summit, she rediscovered something powerful: herself.

Being around women who shared her experiences helped her remember to celebrate how far she had come.

“I don’t take enough time to pat myself on the back. But that weekend reminded me, Naj, you got this.”

That one event led to new friendships, collaborators, and even a business restructuring partner. It shows that when women support each other, transformation happens.

Listen to the full conversation on How I Got Here with . You can find it wherever podcasts are available.

18/11/2025

How do you keep going when your bank account is empty, bills are piling up, and your dream feels almost impossible to reach?

For , founder of , faith kept her moving forward.

“Every single time I thought I was going to crash, God sent somebody to bail me out.”

Nagela didn’t have any restaurant experience, but she believed in her vision. Step by step, she built a $3 million Caribbean restaurant, overcoming challenges along the way.

💫 Listen to her inspiring story on How I Got Here with . You can find it wherever you get your podcasts.

14/11/2025

“Every time I walk in here, I ask, God, why did you choose me for this?”

For , building was more than a business decision. It was an act of faith.

The $3 million project pushed her limits, tested her patience, and showed her who truly believed in her vision.

At times, her bank account was in the negative, but her purpose was to build something greater than money could buy.

💫 Listen to her full journey on How I Got Here with . Now streaming.

12/11/2025

Sometimes legacy isn’t what you plan. It’s what you believe in, even when you can’t see it yet.

💫 Hear ’s story on How I Got Here with — streaming now.

As this month wraps, remember: it’s not about keeping up with others—it’s about leveling up in your own lane. Stay focus...
31/10/2025

As this month wraps, remember: it’s not about keeping up with others—it’s about leveling up in your own lane. Stay focused, stay consistent, and watch your growth. 🚀

🎧 Full episode on How I Got Here!

Money can’t fuel a dream that doesn’t light you up. Let’s keep it 100, why chase cash when your heart isn’t in it? If it...
29/10/2025

Money can’t fuel a dream that doesn’t light you up. Let’s keep it 100, why chase cash when your heart isn’t in it? If it doesn’t make sense, how can it make dollars?

Listen to Tahira Joy Wright () drop all the wisdom on How I Got Here!

🎧 Full episode streaming now.

Building a brand isn’t just passion; it’s strategy, grind, and delivering every time. Tahira reminds us that success com...
24/10/2025

Building a brand isn’t just passion; it’s strategy, grind, and delivering every time. Tahira reminds us that success comes when your partners respect the hustle and the work behind the scenes.

Question for all my PR and communications pros: How do you balance the hustle with setting expectations for your partners or clients? Drop your experiences and advice below—we’d love to hear your story!

🎧 Stream this full episode with Tahira Joy and more of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield on your favorite platform.

We all gotta start somewhere; scared, unsure, figuring it out as we go. Chantel Powell didn’t let uncertainty stop her; ...
14/10/2025

We all gotta start somewhere; scared, unsure, figuring it out as we go.

Chantel Powell didn’t let uncertainty stop her; she learned, moved, and built from the ground up. So what’s stopping you?

🎧 Season 4 of How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield — available now where you love to listen to podcasts.

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