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Branding with Intention
Human-Centred Innovation. Growth-Minded Partnerships. When people ask what The Nod is, I usually say, “Yes, it’s a tech company” because it is. But it’s also so much more than that. The Nod is a movement, a cultural ecosystem, a living expression of Black excellence. And my job has been to make sure that shows up […]
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Building Bridges with Bandwidth
In a time where algorithms shape opportunity and access, The Nod stands as a bold movement. Our communities deserve more than inclusion; we deserve infrastructure that equips us with the ways and means to thrive. We deserve bandwidth, both literally and figuratively. That’s exactly what The Nod is building: a digital bridge connecting entrepreneurial ambition […]
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Behind the Momentum
Building the Backbone of a Movement At The Nod, we talk a lot about impact and the structure it takes to sustain it. From the beginning, we have been intentional about building something that grows with purpose. Whether it is The Nod App, The Nod Magazine and media platforms, The Nod Nexus, The Foundation, or […]
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Amplify and Archive
Storytelling and oratory arts are woven deeply into my Caribbean heritage. My journey into print media was a mix of luck, manifestation, and networking. Over the past six years, capturing the nuances of the Black experience across the diaspora has evolved from a freelance hobby into a personal accountability. With every editorial project, I’ve gained […]
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From Momentum to Market
Marketing is often the overlooked piece of the business puzzle. We push it aside during early-stage growth or forget about it as companies mature. This oversight costs us real opportunities. Without consistent visibility and strategic positioning, even the best products remain invisible to potential customers. Nowadays, businesses that don’t actively promote themselves get left behind, […]
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Orchestrating Innovation
What does reclaiming a prosperous economy for Black innovators in Canada look like? It starts with ownership of our stories, platforms, and dollars. The Nod App is a digital gateway to that ownership. More than a marketplace, it’s a mechanism for self-determined economic growth. The Nod App turns visibility into viability by connecting Black-owned businesses […]
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The Founders Journey
Picture three people from completely different backgrounds coming together with nothing but a shared vision and unwavering determination. Fast forward eighteen months, and we’re about to launch an app that will change everything for Black entrepreneurs across North America. This is a testament to what happens when purpose meets persistence, when diverse minds unite, and […]
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The Business of Belief
There’s something telling about how we celebrate wealth in different communities. In the Black community, when someone achieves major financial success, their story becomes legendary. Everyone knows LeBron James, Oprah, Tyler Perry, and whoever made it big this year. But in other established communities, you could name hundreds of successful entrepreneurs and investors without anyone […]
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