DO GOOD X Podcast
Welcome to the DO GOOD X Podcast – where purpose meets business, and the journey is just as important as the destination. Hosted by advocates for impactful entrepreneurship, Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis, this podcast creates a space for Black and Brown folk, especially Black women, navigating the intricate path of purposeful business.
In this sanctuary, the hosts understand the challenges of entrepreneurship, and their mission is to help listeners transform doubt into confidence, fostering the growth of their dreams without sacrificing well-being.
Embark on a transformative journey, discovering inspiration to fuel your passion for business. Shared experiences and stories act as beacons, nurturing you for the entrepreneurial road ahead.
Navigate the challenges of being an under-resourced entrepreneur with practical strategies and resources in the Tools & Tips segment. Overcome obstacles and thrive in the purpose-driven business world.
In the Mentorship segment, hear from seasoned guides who have successfully built businesses with a focus on social impact. Gain insights not only from the guests but also from hosts who intimately understand the unique journey of overlooked entrepreneurs.
This podcast is more than a productivity machine; it's about slowing down to go further. Each episode invites listeners to exhale, reconnect with inner wisdom, and rediscover the power of community. Embrace the impact your business can make without compromising well-being.
Leave feeling lighter, shedding stress, embracing self-compassion, and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey. Gain actionable insights, learn from diverse perspectives, and expand your knowledge with tools for success, guided by hosts Kimberly and Stephen.
Feel empowered, recognizing yourself as your greatest asset. Build confidence to develop and grow a viable, impactful business aligned with the needs of the community.
About the Hosts
Kimberly R. Daniel catalyzes entrepreneurs and organizations to do good. She is
co-founder and project director of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs
and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive
Change.
Kimberly also helps purpose-driven organizations clarify and design compelling brand and communication strategies. With over 15 years of experience developing and leading communications efforts, it is her commitment to produce effective processes and create authentic, “sticky” brands that are community-centered.
In any aspect of her work, she is deeply passionate about purpose, meaning, and the
common good.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-r-daniel/
Stephen Lewis is the president of the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE) and creator and co-founder of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive change.
He is an organizational change strategist and a leadership development specialist,
focused on inspiring the next generation of faith-inspired leaders and entrepreneurs to live and work on purpose. Stephen is the co-author of Another Way: Living and Leading Change on Purpose (2020) and A Way Out of No Way: An Approach to Christian Innovation (2021).
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lewis-8b1b941/
DO GOOD X Podcast
Ep. 8 From Health Challenge to Creative Catalyst: William McNeely’s Mission to Do Greater
Today on the DO GOOD X Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome William McNeely, entrepreneur and visionary founder of Do Greater, Inc. As a non-profit executive, William is mission-oriented with his Creative Lab platform, which equips youth and adults with critical design thinking, digital creativity, and entrepreneurship skills to transform Charlotte's 6 corridors of opportunity. His personal story is one of extraordinary resilience, highlighted by his recovery from a double lung transplant. William discusses how this health crisis inspired him to create Do Greater, Inc. and the challenges and rewards of this venture in the greater Charlotte area. Join us as he shares his journey and the driving force of purpose behind moving ideas into action, even when others say it can't be done.
IN THIS EPISODE:
(00:00) Intro
(01:25) Kimberly introduces William McNeely and shares some of his professional and personal background
(04:03) William shares how his diagnosis was the catalyst to starting Do Greater, Inc. and how close he came to losing his life
(10:24) Deciding how to meet the need and expanding from a mobile truck to a brick-and-mortar
(17:07) Do Greater, Inc. is taking steps to reinvigorate their facility to create spaces to generate income and scaling to uptown Charlotte
(29:39) William discusses the structure of the 501c3 and how they attracted investors
(36:22) William advises entrepreneurs who desire to start a nonprofit that are successful and have long term goals and a way to achieve those goals
TAKEAWAYS:
- [4:13] Do Greater, Inc. was conceived after William McNeely was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and was given two weeks to receive two lung transplants. This diagnosis led WIlliam to assess what it meant to “Do Greater”. and how he wanted to impact the world
- [10:37] Do Greater, Inc. began with a mobile truck lab that would go to the zip codes of participants. COVID-19 affected the ability to go to the neighborhoods, so William McNeely developed a plan to shift to a physical space
- [21:27] Do Greater, Inc. is in the midst of a fundraising campaign to develop a 20,000 square feet space in uptown Charlotte. This space will allow the nonprofit to impact many more community members and future entrepreneurs
RESOURCES:
Do Greater Charlotte - Website
GUEST BIO:
William McNeely is a distinguished entrepreneur and non-profit executive with a storied career, including a pivotal role as a Market Development Executive at Apple. He is the visionary founder of Do Greater, Inc., where he has fostered a dynamic community dedicated to nurturing the next generation of creative leaders through cutting-edge technology, inspiring creative spaces, and a robust community network.
The Creative Lab platform equips youth and young adults with critical skills in design thinking, digital creativity, and entrepreneurship. His personal story is one of extraordinary resilience, highlighted by his recovery from a double lung transplant, reinforcing his dedication to his life's mission of inspiring impactful change.
William has served on the boards of various non-profits and has been a vital force in faith-based organizations, promoting hope and positivity. His current focus is on broadening the influence of the Creative Lab platform across Charlotte, building an inclusive support system for opportunity youth and underrepresented entrepreneurs. William's unwavering commitment to education, technology, and community empowerment continues to make a significant impact, driving forward positive transformations in countless lives.