Shakeia Kegler is a tech founder and navy veteran. Her companies, GovLia and Code To Eat, support economic empowerment through government contracting and teen entrepreneurship. We sit down with Shakeia to learn about why she joined the military, her natural hair journey, and how to get a government contract.

Patricia is a Boss with Locs who started her own company providing teaching kids and teens how to become entrepreneurs.

Christina Joy is a Boss with Locs who is using her influence to help consumers understand the importance of supporting Black Owned Businesses and how they impact our community.

Anna Marie Smith is a Boss with Locs who is providing Financial Education and counseling for free to Asheville’s Black Community.