Today we’d like to introduce you to Shalondra Young.
Shalondra, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
As the daughter of a single mother and a first-generation college student, I always knew my calling was to serve the community in a capacity that will change the trajectory of what it means to lead and serve. In 2017, I successfully opened Young & Consultants a firm focused on business start-up strategies. Young & Consultants has been providing effective business solutions to deliver extraordinary solutions to passionate people. It was March of 2020 at the brink of a global pandemic that I discovered the need for self-branding. CEO The Brand, came as a result of the number of individuals losing their jobs, faith, and hope in the future. My goal was to develop and market self-branded merchandise to remind people of why they started and who they are. Since the official brand launch, our products and services can be seen on social media from California, New York, Texas, Georgia, Florida, and many more. This brand focuses on entrepreneurs, business owners, and those with a vision of starting a business.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
Smooth ride not, but an enjoyable journey indeed. I believe in life that no ride can be to smooth, we all needed a few bumps along the way to appreciate the final destination. When COVID-19 hit, I was in the middle of securing three large contracts for business. Due to the mandatory shelter in place orders, all three contracts were pulled. It was very disappointing, but I knew I couldn’t allow the pandemic to shatter everything I had worked for. It was late one night in March when I decided to pivot. Our pivot move was to launch an apparel brand while still offering virtual business coaching consultations. We have experienced an overwhelming amount of support in online orders and business coaching sessions that we sold out of many items within the first 48 hours. Our goal is to see CEO The Brand become a household name across the world. We are here to serve as a reminder that no matter where you start, all that matters most is that you started.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with CEO.The.Brand – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of and what sets you apart from others.
CEO the brand is more than a brand it’s a lifestyle. A lifestyle that empowers individuals to make power moves. “If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life”. CEO The Brand, where we inspire men and women of all ages to own who they are. It doesn’t matter what position you are in life, just make sure you own it. Thank you for shopping with us today, remember we are more than just label it’s a lifestyle. May your next move be your best move. What sets us apart? We embody diversity and inclusion. We are inclusive of all ages, genders, races, and classes. We want to remind people that it doesn’t matter if you are a manager at McDonald’s or an executive in the c-suite, own who you are without shame. Everyone has different lanes in life and to become and be the best version of you, one must own their lane. My mission as the Principle of Young & Consultants and the Founder of CEO The Brand “ is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style”.
So, what’s next? Any big plans?
The future belongs to those who dare to believe. Our goal is to see self-motivated and self-made entrepreneurs owning their NOW. With owning the NOW one’s future is in the grasps of their hands. We want to see our product line continue to grow as it serves as a daily reminder to individuals to be their CEO. In the fall of 2020, we are planning to launch our products in two boutiques in Tampa, Florida and Atlanta, Georgia.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.theceobrand.com
- Phone: 404-956-8383
- Email: youngconsultantsllc@gmail.com
- Instagram: @CEO_thebrand
- Facebook: CEOthebrand
Image Credit:
Photos: Andre Brown Photography, Makeup: Joyua Gibson, BeSimplyStunning
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