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Caribbean woman entrepreneur Karen Philip, Founder of Kainos Caribbean Consulting and a respected social development specialist, is my guest on this week’s episode. Karen shares her journey and the mission behind Kainos, which is to help non-governmental organisations “Do Good Better” through better systems, better measurement of impact and better grant writing – otherwise known as strategic capacity building and resource mobilisation in sector jargon. We discuss what it truly means to be a “do-gooder” and entrepreneur in the Caribbean development sector.

The Unsung Leaders: We confront the societal oversight that often undervalues the labour of women leaders in civil society. Karen and I discuss why it’s imperative to reward and invest in the Caribbean Women who are the very potters shaping our communities, recognising that their economic empowerment has a magnificent ripple effect.

📑Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Karen Philip and Her Work
05:20 The Importance of Alignment and Boundaries
07:19 Understanding Social Development and Capacity Building
11:59 Empowering Women in Civil Society
17:48 Balancing Ambition and Well-Being
26:38 Advice for Caribbean Women Founders

💡Takeaways:

– Your assignment is determined by your alignment.
– If you cannot measure it, you cannot manage it.
– You need to have boundaries to protect your well-being.
– Caribbean voices must be at the forefront of development.
– Women in civil society are crucial for economic growth.
– It’s okay to pause and reassess your goals.
– Empowerment has a ripple effect in communities.
– Formalizing and valuing invisible labor is essential.
– Your network should support your mission and goals.
– Consistency means not giving up, even if you pause.

👉🏾This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in Caribbean social impact, economic development, and understanding how women lead with both passion and strategic clarity. Karen highlights the fact that empowered Caribbean Women are the drivers of poverty reduction and community growth.

🫱🏾‍🫲🏽Connect with Karen Philip & Kainos Caribbean Consulting:

Website: KainosCaribbean.com
LinkedIn: @Karen Philip & @ Kainos Caribbean
Instagram: @kainos.caribbean
YouTube: @KainosCaribbean

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Learn more about my business Dianne N Squires Consulting
Website: diannensquires.com

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There is a spark you feel the moment someone is built for the mic, and DJ Tricey Trice brings that spark from the second she sits down. In this episode of Behind the Mic, we tap into the fire, the discipline, and the joy that turn her sports commentary into a daily pulse check for fans. From recording on a $40 dollar webcam in her kitchen to hosting The Post Up on REVOLT, Tricey’s rise is a blueprint in hustle and heart.

💽 B Sides Track of the Week

DJ Tricey Trice’s picks: Cardi B Better Than You and Megan Thee Stallion Monday Morning Freestyle.

⁠B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify⁠ – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx?si=Els–8meT_esd-obiIs16w
⁠B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on YouTube – ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOCTSuUwMT0fHHhB6oPtaEYyTh2OWq7zY

Featured Quote:

“If I want something, it’s no person, place or thing that can stop me from getting that.”

Chapters:
00:42 Meet Introduction: DJ Tricey Trice
02:49 B Sides Track of the Week
06:07 Growing Up in Chicago and Sports Memories
16:06 Discovering the Illusion of TV
18:39 Passion for Sports and Entrepreneurship
24:01 Rapid Fire: This or That?

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Follow DJ Tricey Trice

Instagram and all platforms: @DJTriceyTrice

Credits
Behind the Mic: Hosted by Wize Grazette.
Edited and produced by Storytime Studios.

On this week’s episode, I chat with my best friend of 30 years, Kim C. Butcher, founder of lifestyle brand, Okoye by Kim, and a powerhouse Caribbean entrepreneur, cultural strategist, and festival producer.

We talk about how Kim blends sustainable fashion, cultural storytelling, and entrepreneurship to create impact for Caribbean women.

We explore:
– The story behind VEX Money and the Catch Mi Hand Grant – products and programs run through Okoye By Kim that empower women financially and culturally.

– Kim’s journey balancing ambition, well-being, and legacy-building.

– Insights on Caribbean women in business, creating community, and leaving lasting impact in culture, commerce, and sustainability.

– Practical advice for female entrepreneurs navigating challenges while making economic and social impact.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Kim C. Butcher
03:31 Survival Kit for Caribbean Women Entrepreneurs
06:52 Balancing Ambition and Well-Being
09:52 The Drive Behind Kim’s Work
12:49 Okoye by Kim: A Lifestyle Brand
15:44 Empowering Women Through Financial Independence
19:00 Advice for Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs
21:37 The Impact of Women on Economic Growth
24:43 Conclusion and Contact Information
26:32 Podcast outro.mp4

Whether you’re a Caribbean woman entrepreneur, a culture enthusiast, or looking for inspiration to turn your passion into purpose, this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Kim C. Butcher / Okoye by Kim:
Website: okoyebykim.com
Email: kim@okoyebykim.com
LinkedIn: @Kim Butcher
Instagram / Facebook: @OkoyeByKim
Tel: 1 (246) 266-0779

🎧 Watch/listen to more episodes of the Island Woman Podcast for stories, insights, and inspiration from Caribbean women shaping culture, business, and community.

If you liked this episode, you may also like – Caribbean Women Founders’ Survival Kit: Guts & Gumption is #1 (Tanja Gittens) – https://youtu.be/B7Ovs_mq_-w?si=lR-iSmziPrGhlzsm

#CaribbeanEntrepreneur #WomenInBusiness #OkoyeByKim #IslandWomanPodcast #CulturalStorytelling #SustainableFashion #WomenEmpowerment #CaribbeanBusiness