Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Reverend Dr.  Adrienne Booth Johnson and Attorney Bill Green.

• Reverend Dr. Adrienne Booth Johnson – Advocate for women’s empowerment in Ghana.
• Attorney Bill Green – Her son, now Executive Director of the Southeast Chapter of The Common Market, a nonprofit supporting local farmers.

🌍 Major Themes

 1. Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship

• Dr. Johnson has helped create over 300 women entrepreneurs in Ghana.
• Her initiative, “Will You Bra”, teaches women to make and sell reusable sanitary pads, helping girls stay in school.

2. Legacy and Leadership

• Bill Green attributes his success to his mother’s intentionality and leadership.
• He transitioned from a corporate career (Coca-Cola, grocery retail) to nonprofit work, driven by a spiritual calling.

3. Support for Black Farmers

• Green’s work with The Common Market helps Black farmers in the Southeast U.S. access institutional markets (e.g., Morehouse, Emory).
• He highlights the decline in Black-owned farmland from 14% in the 1920s to just 0.4% today.

4. Faith and Purpose

• Both guests emphasize the role of faith in guiding their life choices.
• Dr. Johnson speaks about overcoming societal expectations and following divine purpose.

5. Family and Community

• The mother-son dynamic is central to the episode, showcasing mutual respect and shared mission.
• Rashawn McDonald also shares personal reflections on family, purpose, and legacy.

💡 Notable Quotes

• “When God gives you a vision, He’ll also give you the provision.” – Rev. Dr. Johnson
• “This is my role in the civil rights movement.” – Bill Green, on supporting Black farmers
• “Lead with your gifts and keep winning.” – Rushion McDonald

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Reverend Dr.  Adrienne Booth Johnson and Attorney Bill Green.

• Reverend Dr. Adrienne Booth Johnson – Advocate for women’s empowerment in Ghana.
• Attorney Bill Green – Her son, now Executive Director of the Southeast Chapter of The Common Market, a nonprofit supporting local farmers.

🌍 Major Themes

 1. Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship

• Dr. Johnson has helped create over 300 women entrepreneurs in Ghana.
• Her initiative, “Will You Bra”, teaches women to make and sell reusable sanitary pads, helping girls stay in school.

2. Legacy and Leadership

• Bill Green attributes his success to his mother’s intentionality and leadership.
• He transitioned from a corporate career (Coca-Cola, grocery retail) to nonprofit work, driven by a spiritual calling.

3. Support for Black Farmers

• Green’s work with The Common Market helps Black farmers in the Southeast U.S. access institutional markets (e.g., Morehouse, Emory).
• He highlights the decline in Black-owned farmland from 14% in the 1920s to just 0.4% today.

4. Faith and Purpose

• Both guests emphasize the role of faith in guiding their life choices.
• Dr. Johnson speaks about overcoming societal expectations and following divine purpose.

5. Family and Community

• The mother-son dynamic is central to the episode, showcasing mutual respect and shared mission.
• Rashawn McDonald also shares personal reflections on family, purpose, and legacy.

💡 Notable Quotes

• “When God gives you a vision, He’ll also give you the provision.” – Rev. Dr. Johnson
• “This is my role in the civil rights movement.” – Bill Green, on supporting Black farmers
• “Lead with your gifts and keep winning.” – Rushion McDonald

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Thomas Barnes.

A technology entrepreneur and franchise owner, shares his journey from corporate IT to owning an Experimax store, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs. He discusses entrepreneurship, customer service, hiring strategies, and the challenges of competing in the tech repair industry.

Segment Breakdown & Key Highlights Introduction & Background

• Host Rushion McDonald introduces Thomas Barnes as Atlanta’s Technology Guru, highlighting his love for math and science that led him into the tech industry.
• Thomas reflects on his 30+ years in IT, working with Fortune 50, 100, and 500 companies, and his decision to become a business owner during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Entrepreneurial Journey & Franchise Ownership

• Shares his motivation to own a business instead of working for others, officially becoming an Experimax franchise owner in 2021.
• Explains his research process, initially exploring food and beverage franchises before discovering the Apple-focused Experimax model.
• Highlights the brand's niche market—specializing in Apple product repairs and sales, leveraging his tech and business expertise.

Challenges & Competitive Strategy

• Discusses the difficulty of hiring skilled technicians, emphasizing the need for Apple expertise but openness to training individuals with Android/Windows experience.
• Introduces John Goldwasser, his store manager, who is proficient in both Apple and Android technology.
• Differentiates Experimax from Apple Stores, offering shorter wait times, personalized service, and no mandatory appointments.
• Competes with local repair shops, emphasizing his store’s established reputation and specialized expertise.

Customer Service & Business Growth

• Emphasizes treating employees with respect to ensure loyalty and a strong team culture.
• Discusses customer acquisition costs and his strategy of actively networking and promoting his store.
• Highlights customer experiences, mentioning loyal Apple users seeking alternatives for repairs and upgrades.

Entrepreneurship & Lessons Learned

• Stresses the importance of faith, resilience, and risk-taking in business.
• Encourages entrepreneurs to step out on faith and not fear challenges.
• Talks about the importance of a business plan, sharing his experience of developing financial projections for securing loans.

About Thomas Barnes

• Atlanta-based technology entrepreneur with 30+ years in IT.
• Franchise owner of Experimax Sandy Springs, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs.
• Passionate about customer service, mentorship, and business growth.
• Advocate for entrepreneurship, faith-based leadership, and strategic planning.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Thomas Barnes.

A technology entrepreneur and franchise owner, shares his journey from corporate IT to owning an Experimax store, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs. He discusses entrepreneurship, customer service, hiring strategies, and the challenges of competing in the tech repair industry.

Segment Breakdown & Key Highlights Introduction & Background

• Host Rushion McDonald introduces Thomas Barnes as Atlanta’s Technology Guru, highlighting his love for math and science that led him into the tech industry.
• Thomas reflects on his 30+ years in IT, working with Fortune 50, 100, and 500 companies, and his decision to become a business owner during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Entrepreneurial Journey & Franchise Ownership

• Shares his motivation to own a business instead of working for others, officially becoming an Experimax franchise owner in 2021.
• Explains his research process, initially exploring food and beverage franchises before discovering the Apple-focused Experimax model.
• Highlights the brand's niche market—specializing in Apple product repairs and sales, leveraging his tech and business expertise.

Challenges & Competitive Strategy

• Discusses the difficulty of hiring skilled technicians, emphasizing the need for Apple expertise but openness to training individuals with Android/Windows experience.
• Introduces John Goldwasser, his store manager, who is proficient in both Apple and Android technology.
• Differentiates Experimax from Apple Stores, offering shorter wait times, personalized service, and no mandatory appointments.
• Competes with local repair shops, emphasizing his store’s established reputation and specialized expertise.

Customer Service & Business Growth

• Emphasizes treating employees with respect to ensure loyalty and a strong team culture.
• Discusses customer acquisition costs and his strategy of actively networking and promoting his store.
• Highlights customer experiences, mentioning loyal Apple users seeking alternatives for repairs and upgrades.

Entrepreneurship & Lessons Learned

• Stresses the importance of faith, resilience, and risk-taking in business.
• Encourages entrepreneurs to step out on faith and not fear challenges.
• Talks about the importance of a business plan, sharing his experience of developing financial projections for securing loans.

About Thomas Barnes

• Atlanta-based technology entrepreneur with 30+ years in IT.
• Franchise owner of Experimax Sandy Springs, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs.
• Passionate about customer service, mentorship, and business growth.
• Advocate for entrepreneurship, faith-based leadership, and strategic planning.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Thomas Barnes.

A technology entrepreneur and franchise owner, shares his journey from corporate IT to owning an Experimax store, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs. He discusses entrepreneurship, customer service, hiring strategies, and the challenges of competing in the tech repair industry.

Segment Breakdown & Key Highlights Introduction & Background

• Host Rushion McDonald introduces Thomas Barnes as Atlanta’s Technology Guru, highlighting his love for math and science that led him into the tech industry.
• Thomas reflects on his 30+ years in IT, working with Fortune 50, 100, and 500 companies, and his decision to become a business owner during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Entrepreneurial Journey & Franchise Ownership

• Shares his motivation to own a business instead of working for others, officially becoming an Experimax franchise owner in 2021.
• Explains his research process, initially exploring food and beverage franchises before discovering the Apple-focused Experimax model.
• Highlights the brand's niche market—specializing in Apple product repairs and sales, leveraging his tech and business expertise.

Challenges & Competitive Strategy

• Discusses the difficulty of hiring skilled technicians, emphasizing the need for Apple expertise but openness to training individuals with Android/Windows experience.
• Introduces John Goldwasser, his store manager, who is proficient in both Apple and Android technology.
• Differentiates Experimax from Apple Stores, offering shorter wait times, personalized service, and no mandatory appointments.
• Competes with local repair shops, emphasizing his store’s established reputation and specialized expertise.

Customer Service & Business Growth

• Emphasizes treating employees with respect to ensure loyalty and a strong team culture.
• Discusses customer acquisition costs and his strategy of actively networking and promoting his store.
• Highlights customer experiences, mentioning loyal Apple users seeking alternatives for repairs and upgrades.

Entrepreneurship & Lessons Learned

• Stresses the importance of faith, resilience, and risk-taking in business.
• Encourages entrepreneurs to step out on faith and not fear challenges.
• Talks about the importance of a business plan, sharing his experience of developing financial projections for securing loans.

About Thomas Barnes

• Atlanta-based technology entrepreneur with 30+ years in IT.
• Franchise owner of Experimax Sandy Springs, specializing in Apple product sales, service, and repairs.
• Passionate about customer service, mentorship, and business growth.
• Advocate for entrepreneurship, faith-based leadership, and strategic planning.
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