Hey BA Fam! This week, we’re bringing you an inspiring conversation with two powerhouse entrepreneurs who are redefining what it means to build wealth and community as Black women in the beauty and wellness industries. Meet Tamara Watkins, President of Buttah Skin (@buttahskin), and Dr. Kristian Edwards, founder of BLK + GRN (@blkandgrn).
Tamara shares her journey from corporate strategy at Microsoft to scaling Black-founded brands like Buttah Skin during the pandemic. Meanwhile, Dr. Kristian opens up about her transition from academia to entrepreneurship, her resilience after a life-altering accident, and her mission to create a marketplace that spotlights non-toxic, Black-owned products.
Together, these friends and collaborators discuss the importance of community over competition, the power of intentionality in business, and how they’ve supported each other through their entrepreneurial journeys. From navigating challenges to celebrating wins, this episode is all about building your own table—and making room for others at it.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
• How Tamara and Kristian met and built a friendship rooted in collaboration (2016 vibes!)
• Tamara’s bold marketing moves during COVID that skyrocketed Buttah Skin’s growth
• Kristian’s journey from professor to founder, including how she pivoted after a traumatic brain injury
• Why Black women entrepreneurs are leading with community and lifting as they climb
• The evolution of BLK + GRN’s business model and how it’s adapting post-pandemic
• The resilience it takes to be a mom, entrepreneur, and changemaker
This episode is packed with gems about entrepreneurship, friendship, and the power of betting on yourself. Don’t miss it!
Follow Our Guests:
• Tamara Watkins: @buttahskin
• Dr. Kristian Edwards: @blkandgrn
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