ForbesBLK: The Enterprise Zone
The Enterprise Zone is an exciting new spin-off of the Forbes Talks series. This dynamic weekly magazine-style show is recorded at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City. It will explore captivating business conversations with influential figures, including top athletes, prominent CEOs, entertainers, and visionary entrepreneurs. Each episode will invite guests to share their unique journeys, revealing their triumphs and the challenges and setbacks they’ve faced along the way. About the host: Jabari Young is a senior writer and editor at Forbes, covering business and editorial lead at ForbesBLK. He joined Forbes in June 2022. Previously, he covered business at CNBC, ranging from professional sports league media deals, sponsorships, labor agreements and athlete portfolios. Also, before joining Forbes, Jabari worked at The Athletic and the San Antonio Express-News, where he covered the NBA and San Antonio Spurs. A North Philadelphia native, Jabari graduated from Temple University in 2008. Forbes reporters follow company ethical guidelines that ensure the highest quality. Subscribe to FORBES: https://www.youtube.com/user/Forbes?s... Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more: https://account.forbes.com/membership... Forbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.
Episodes
NFL champion Ryan Clark joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the discussion, Clark recaps his decorated NFL career, his diverse business portfolio, including his role with The Pivot podcast, and his perspective on calculated risks in investment.
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Nasir Qadree, the founder of Zeal Capital Partners, joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the interview, Qadree discussed the firm’s new fund, which targets 25 early-stage technology companies. He also explains how Zeal is generating commercial returns despite the current challenges in the DEI landscape.
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Comedian and CNN late-night host Roy Wood Jr. joined Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. In the discussion, Wood Jr. discusses his new documentary with MLB, missing out on a Subway franchise, and how he’s approaching the comedy business with a “grateful” perspective.
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...BA guard CJ McCollum joins Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During their discussion, McCollum shares his perspective on the NBA’s collective bargaining agreement with players, as well as his reasons for hesitating to buy Bitcoin, investing in real estate, and scaling a wine business.
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Movie director Malcolm D. Lee joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. During their conversation, Lee, who is known for creating The Best Man film franchise, discusses his new book, “The Best Man: Unfinished Business.” He also shares insights about his bourbon brand, Sable, and provides updates on his upcoming movie project.
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David Hall, managing director at venture capital firm Revolution, joins Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During their discussion, Hall provides an update on Revolution’s $300 million Rise of the Rest fund, shares his outlook on the venture capital sector, and explains why investors should pay close attention to Detroit and other non-coastal cities.
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Todd McDonald, president of Liberty Bank and Trust in New Orleans, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During their discussion, McDonald outlines the mission to eliminate loan denials, discusses the current state of the housing market, and shares insights about the overall state of the U.S. banking industry.
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Notable hip-hop star and music producer David Banner joins Jabari Young at the Nasdaq MarketSite on The Enterprise Zone to discuss his transition from the music industry to becoming the CEO of his multimedia marketing firm, A Banner Vision. In the interview, Banner shares insights about investing over $500,000 into a music project, collaborating with Disney to gain access to its Cinderella catalog, and his experiences in t...
Steve Beard, the CEO of the healthcare education company Adtalem, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. In their discussion, Beard provided an update on Adtalem, a publicly traded company, and shared how it successfully raised its stock price from $36 to over $100 in just three years.
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Jim Jackson, managing partner at Adaris Capital Partners, joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite to discuss his real estate portfolio and life after playing in the NBA. In 1992, Jackson was drafted fourth overall by the Dallas Mavericks, where he played five seasons. He went on to make more than $30 million in his career, using some of the earned income to build a real estate p...
Ted Mengiste, the Chief Operating Officer of Genesis Motor North America, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young at the Nasdaq MarketSite. In this conversation, Mengiste talks about the tariffs affecting the automotive sector, Genesis' efforts to lead the luxury car market in North America, growing up in Africa, and what he seeks in corporate entrepreneurs.
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John Hope Bryant, the CEO of the nonprofit organization Operation HOPE, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. During their discussion, Bryant addresses the ongoing financial literacy challenges facing the country in 2025. He emphasizes the need for the U.S. to adopt inclusive economic practices similar to those in Finland and Singapore. Additionally, he provides updates on the...
EMPIRE President Tina Davis joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young at the Nasdaq MarketSite to discuss her 30-year career in music, including discovering Montell Jordan and managing Chris Brown.
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Actor Tasha Smith joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young at the Nasdaq MarketSite to discuss her business ambitions and career journey In Hollywood. In the discussion, Smith also dives into her acting company, how she spent her first $1 million, and the lessons of being a Black woman director.
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...Charlotte-based venture firm Growth Warrior Capital has locked in $26 million from backers including Bank of America and Pivotal Ventures, the investment firm founded by Melinda French Gates. Founder Promise Phelon joined The Enterprise Zone to discuss the fund’s vision and strategy.
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...MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. In the discussion, Manfred previews the 2025 season, recaps his career climb to commissioner, and what’s in store for the league’s media rights after it departs ESPN. Manfred also elaborates on why MLB dropped “diversity” from its website.
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NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young as the inaugural guest on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite to discuss his business approach beyond basketball. Butler provided a glimpse inside his business portfolio including investments in coffee brand Bigface, Chinese sportswear Li-Ning and real estate in California and Florida.
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