Age:
44
Neighborhood:
Mason
How long have you lived in Cincinnati?
Nine years
Why did you move here?
I was recruited by Cincinnati Bell.
What's your day job?
CEO of Connxus, Inc., an online service that connects diverse and small businesses with companies seeking to expand and diversify their supplier base. Our mission: to be a catalyst of economic growth by making it easier for our members to do business with one another.
What work or projects do you tackle after the workday ends?
My wife and I have four wonderful kids, so the bulk of my non-work time is spent transporting the kids to their various activities, attending games and helping them with homework projects.
Where are your favorite places to hang out in the city?
My favorite downtown lunch spots are Palomino and M&S. My favorite downtown dinner spot is Jeff Ruby’s.
What's the biggest challenge you've faced here?
Finding local software engineering talent.
What's the biggest opportunity?
Creating a new business model with the potential to be revolutionary for diverse businesses.
What could be done to improve opportunities for young African Americans in Cincinnati?
More cross-cultural networking and mentoring.
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