Who Does She Think She Is?
Who Does She Think She Is?
Podcast Description
Who Does She Think She Is? hosted by charismatic finance expert Mele Miller, explores the audacious financial and professional journeys of remarkable Black women. With humor, honesty, and a good cocktail, Mele invites fellow Black women to share stories of fearlessly entering unconventional spaces, achieving personal successes, and facing financial setbacks, head on.
Mele becomes the trusted money mentor we always deserved while disrupting the same biased systems she endured to get to the top.
“WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS?”
I know this question well and it used to silence and shame me. As a Black woman in the finance industry, I’ve been met with confusion, apprehension, disrespect, and disapproval.
Who do I think I am to take up space?
My entire life has been an exercise in introducing myself. So, I come ready. I know exactly who I am and introduce myself early and often until people forget their assumptions and only recognize my truth.
I am Mele Miller and I am the future of money culture.
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The podcast delves into themes of financial empowerment, personal growth, and professional resilience, with episodes discussing topics like career navigation, salary negotiation, and the intricacies of entrepreneurship. Notable episodes include discussions on the beverages industry with Maya French, corporate diversity strategies with Chanise Simms Robinson, and balancing family with a flourishing career in entertainment with Kiaira Ladd.
Who Does She Think She Is? hosted by charismatic finance expert Mele Miller, explores the audacious financial and professional journeys of remarkable Black women. With humor, honesty, and a good cocktail, Mele invites fellow Black women to share stories of fearlessly entering unconventional spaces, achieving personal successes, and facing financial setbacks, head on.
Mele becomes the trusted money mentor we always deserved while disrupting the same biased systems she endured to get to the top.
“WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS?”
I know this question well and it used to silence and shame me. As a Black woman in the finance industry, I’ve been met with confusion, apprehension, disrespect, and disapproval.
Who do I think I am to take up space?
My entire life has been an exercise in introducing myself. So, I come ready. I know exactly who I am and introduce myself early and often until people forget their assumptions and only recognize my truth.
I am Mele Miller and I am the future of money culture.
Nai Howard, a visionary artist and former Air Force service member, joins us to share her audacious leap from military life to a flourishing creative career. Known for her emotionally rich photography and authentic storytelling, Nai opens up about the journey that led her to becoming a sought-after visual artist—one who sees beauty in the everyday and power in unpolished truth. From humble beginnings to viral recognition, her story is a testament to what happens when you bet on yourself and your gift.
Together, we explore the challenges of being a Black woman navigating the creative and freelance industries—from being underestimated in male-dominated spaces to the real cost of building a business rooted in integrity and vision. Nai reveals the financial framework she uses to protect her art, including 50% upfront deposits, non-negotiable studio expenses, and her approach to budgeting in feast-or-famine seasons. She breaks down the importance of boundaries, the power of saying no, and the value of community when building a sustainable brand.
Our conversation dives deep into the emotional and strategic realities of being both the talent and the business. Nai shares lessons from missed payments, navigating net-30 red flags, and setting up systems that protect your peace and your profit. We celebrate her commitment to paving the way for others by mentoring assistants, uplifting fellow creatives, and modeling what it means to honor your worth unapologetically.
This episode is a masterclass in authenticity, self-advocacy, and creative entrepreneurship. Join us as we highlight Nai’s artistry, resilience, and the power of knowing exactly who you are—whether the world is ready for you or not.
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