Black Wealth Renaissance

EP: 230 - From Steel to Skylines: Building $100M Family Empire (Guest:Omar Ali)

In this episode, David Bellard and Jalen sit down with Omar Ali—entrepreneur, community leader, and commercial real estate developer. Omar shares his journey from early bankruptcy to building a global steel fabrication business, then pivoting into real estate. He breaks down the impact of tariffs, the challenge of accessing capital, and the systemic barriers Black entrepreneurs face.
The conversation explores the power of failure, the importance of generational wealth, and the need for economic empowerment within the Black community. Omar discusses leveraging sole-source government contracts, building a 300-year family legacy plan, and fostering authentic business relationships. He also calls for a singular focus on economics before addressing other social issues and stresses the importance of teaching emerging technologies like AI to future generations.
 
Key Points
13:39 - Guest Intro 
15:07 - Going Bankrupt at 24 Years Old 
20:09 - What made Omar Pursue The Steel Industry
26:59 -  How To Secure Global Business Contracts 
30:28 - How Tariffs On The Steel Inspired Commerical Real Estate Development
46:58 - Politics and Economic Empowerment for Black Entrepreneurs
54:17 - The Singular Focus of Economic Empowerment
57:27 - Consulting for Black Business Growth
1:17:37 - Outro
 
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Ep: 229 Buy Some Damn Stock

In this episode, David and Jalen discuss the importance of family and community support and the challenges of black fatherhood in today's society. They reflect on the inception of the Black Wealth Renaissance podcast, sharing their journeys and how their perspectives on entrepreneurship have evolved. This leads into a conversation covering the recent economic developments, including market reactions to tariffs and the implications for consumers and investors. The two then share their predictions of the impact of tariffs on manufacturing and consumer prices, as well as the shifting global power dynamics between the U.S. and China.  The duo continues the show covering perseverance in entrepreneurship, the role of faith in business, and the Black church’s declining influence amongst black men. Enjoy another great episode of the BWR podcast and don’t forget!Leave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Get Life Insurance TodayKeep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep: 228 - Private Equity Is Killing America

In this episode of the Blackwell Renaissance Podcast, hosts David and Jalen dive into crucial topics affecting America today. They discuss the power of taking imperfect action in entrepreneurship, explore the impact of AI technology (especially ChatGPT) on the graphic design industry, and analyze Mississippi's plan to eliminate state income tax as a strategy to attract businesses. The hosts also explore the controversial role of private equity in driving market consolidation and its damaging effects on small businesses, housing, and workers. The conversation highlights the growing problem of wealth inequality and how private equity firms operate with little oversight. The episode also touches on Mississippi's healthcare crisis, the legacy of George Foreman, Trump’s executive order on historical narratives, and Coach Prime’s groundbreaking $54 million contract with Colorado University. This episode is packed with insightful discussions on entrepreneurship, finance, social issues, and sports.Key Points00:18 - The Importance of Imperfect Action in Entrepreneurship02:35 - AI's Impact on Graphic Design: ChatGPT's New Image Generator19:28 - Mississippi Is Eliminating State Income Tax36:31 - Private Equity: Is It the Death of Capitalism?59:41 - How Leverage Buyouts Hurt Businesses 01:18:46 - Rest In Power, George Foreman 01:25:33 - Trump’s Executive Order: Erasing Black History01:34:32 - Coach Prime’s $54 Million Extension With Colorado University  Get Life Insurance TodayLeave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | Subscribe for more great episodes | Follow us on all social media platformsKeep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP: 227 - Bye Bye Middle Class

Welcome back to another episode of the Black Wealth Renaissance Podcast! This week, hosts David and Jalen dive into the hot-button topics of the moment, discussing how the erosion of the American middle class and partnerships like Klarna and DoorDash's financing for takeout are impacting financial habits.Later in the episode, the conversation takes a personal turn as Jalen challenges David's stance on racism, sparking an insightful debate. The duo then shifts gears to tackle the deep-rooted issues preventing Black Americans from achieving true wealth and reaching their full potential in the country. Tune in for a mix of thought-provoking discussions, insightful debates, and valuable lessons about Black wealth building.Key Topics Covered:00:17 - Intro: Meet your hosts, David and Jalen, and get ready for an engaging episode.5:48 - The Erosion of the American Middle Class: A deep dive into the challenges facing the middle class today.32:37 - Klarna Partners with DoorDash: How Klarna's partnership with DoorDash is making financing takeout an option.43:52 - David, You Are Not Racist Bro: A debate between the hosts about racism and personal beliefs.50:20 - Breaking Mental Barriers of Black Wealth: Black Americans were targeted every time we got ahead. 1:11:46 - Mortgage Payments Skyrocket: How taxes, escrow, and insurance are impacting mortgage costs.1:28:28 - Black Men Aren’t Choosing HBCUs: An analysis of why Black men are moving away from historically Black colleges and universities.1:38:54 - Influencers' Infamous Morning Routine: A fun yet insightful discussion about the morning routines of today’s top influencers. Get Life Insurance TodayLeave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Keep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep: 226 - Don’t Be Fooled By The Media

In this week's episode of the Black Wealth Renaissance podcast, hosts David and Jalen dive deep into timely topics like media literacy, black entrepreneurship, and creating lasting wealth. The duo discusses:
The critical importance of media literacy in today’s fast-paced digital world, especially when it comes to understanding political news and social media’s influence on your life.
Whether black people should build their businesses from the ground up or focus on acquiring established businesses for quicker wealth generation.
A shocking story about a young woman in Carolina who lost her home due to a $400 HOA fee—illustrating the impact of financial mismanagement and the importance of understanding the costs of homeownership.
A tribute to Junior Bridgeman, a legendary black businessman who recently passed away, leaving behind a legacy of entrepreneurship and success.
Listen in as David and Jalen share insights on how you can build wealth, protect your financial future, and leave a legacy for generations to come.
Key Points:0:17 - Episode Introduction: Recap of Austin Trip & Show Delay6:35 - Media Literacy: How to Protect Yourself from Misinformation42:55 - Building Wealth: Should Black People Focus on Starting or Acquiring Businesses?54:49 - Homeownership Crisis: A $400 Fee Costs a Black Woman Her Home1:02:40 - Honoring Junior Bridgeman: Legacy of Black Business Leadership1:16:21 - Cultural Shifts: Why Forever 21 Isn’t Relevant Anymore1:23:31 - France Wants the Statue of Liberty Back: Exploring Historical Reparation MovementsGet Life Insurance TodayReference Links Deepfake Elon Deepfake Deepfake Incident database The Greatest Heist In History - Haiti forced to pay reparationsLeave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Keep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP:225 - What Will Trigger The Next Recession?

David and Jalen are back with another installment of the Black Wealth Renaissance podcast.  This week, the dynamic duo started with a question inspired by a post on the Instagram page: How old is too old to live with your parents?  Millennials are building wealth at a greater rate than their parents over the past five years since the Covid-19 was declared a pandemic.  Lastly, the two discuss whether or not the Auto Loan market will trigger the next recession in the US.  Key Points 00:15 - Intro 07:27 - How old is too old to live with your parents?35:05 - Millennials are building wealth faster than previous generations! 58:22 - Will auto loans trigger the next recession? Leave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Keep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP:224 - Economic Blackout - Right Idea, Wrong Execution?

The Black Wealth Renaissance Crew is back with another installment of the greatest show on earth.  David and Jalen start the show with their thoughts on the Economic Black that took place on February 28th. This was a boycott of major corporations by Black and Brown communities to combat the roll back of DEI programs. David then leads off a conversation on Trump’s tax plan and the expected budget cuts that total over $1 trillion dollars in tax cuts. Next, the duo proposes the question: will a sovereign wealth fund be America’s saving grace? Grab your note pads and get ready for another great episode.   Key Points00:15 - Intro 02:51 - The Economic Blackout 23:30 - Trump’s Budget Proposal Tax Plan41:36 - Will A Sovereign Wealth Fund Save America? 1:01:00 - Can A US Crypto Reserve Revive The Bull Run?1:18:45 - SEC Rules that Meme Coins are not securitiesLeave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Keep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP:223 - Building Wealth Through NIL (Guest: Reggie Calhoun Jr)

Black Wealth Renaissance is back with another installment of the podcast. In this episode, our friend Reggie Calhoun Jr will stop by and discuss how athletes can build wealth through NIL deals. Reggie is helping college athletes navigate the NIL landscape through his company Athlete RevOps and he recently became the Director of Football NIL/Revenue Sharing at the University of Colorado. Next, the duo goes on to speak about the state of most Americans living above their means as reports show that the annual income needed to live comfortably has risen across the country. Last Jalen and David speak about how you can profit from the Artificial Intelligence (AI) race that is currently happening. Key Points1:45 - Building Wealth Through NIL - Reggie Calhoun JR 43:30 - Are Americans living above their means?1:09:30 - How Profit From The AI Race Leave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Keep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP:222 - Assets over A**

David and Jalen return with another episode of the BWR podcast.  The dynamic duo starts the podcast with a reintroduction to the why Black Wealth Renaissance was started and what to expect for the BWR podcast moving forward. They then move into their experience maturing as businessmen and how they have been able to grow from failures and become stronger. Then they move into their first topic Valentine's Day spending reached new all-time highs of 27.5 billion dollars. The fellas then start to discuss if there may be a stock market crash coming.  Berkshire Hathaway recently released their 13 - F report for the fourth quarter which shows the company sold $6 billion worth of assets. Next, the fellas speak about the Eminent domain case involving a black-owned farm with over 600 acres of land and a railroad company that wants to take the land that has been in their family for over 100 years. Sit back and enjoy some great conversations about the financial landscape.  Key Points6:50 - Intro (Reflections) 12:30 - Valentine's Day Spending reaching new time highs  27:39 - Is Warrant Buffet fearful  43:06 - A Georiga family has their land taken. 55:00 - $800 Cash or 800 acres of Land1:05:07 -  Nearly 2 million African American millionaires1:17:16 - Almost half of Americans have no money ready for retirementDon’t forget to leave us a 5-star rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and review so we can keep bringing you more content about building Black wealth! Click Here For ResourcesKeep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap#BlackWealth #FinancialFreedom #StockMarket #ValentinesDaySpending #EminentDomain #BlackOwnedBusinesses #BusinessGrowth #AfricanAmericanMillionaires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP: 221 - Back From Hiatus: Life, DEI, AI, and Trump’s Impact on the Everyday Hustle

David and Jalen return to the podcast space after a hiatus.  The fellas give the listeners a glimpse into life since the last podcast episode going over major life events and some of the mental hurdles they have had to overcome. The dynamic duo then goes into their outlook on the presidency over the next four years and how Trump has rolled back DEI programs. They jump head first into how most of these companies' DEI programs were simply smoke and mirrors in the first place or a big PR push responding to George Flyod’s untimely death. The team then goes into Deep Seek and the state of the current Artificial intelligence market.  The crew then moves onto the last topic of the episode concluding with how Trump’s Tariffs will impact the lives of everyday Americans. Key Points00:37 - Intro11:37 - How working is helping us become better leaders14:31 - How Trump's 2nd term will impact us 19:00 - Death of DEI33:52 - The AI Wars 54:15 - How Tariffs Will Impact Your WalletLeave Us A 5 Star Rating & Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Click Here For ResourcesKeep Up With the GuestKeep Up With the HostsDavid Bellard https://instagram.com/david_bellardhttps://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_Jalen Clark https://instagram.com/_jclark06https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices