Omi Bell: Turning Disruptions Into Opportunities

Omi Bell, Founder and CEO of Black Girl Ventures (BGV), is an expert at disruption. Through BGV, she has funded over 450 women of color, and BGV’s pitch participants are collectively generating over $10M in revenue and supporting 3,000 jobs. But before Omi was disrupting markets and stereotypes around who can be successful in business, Omi faced many hurdles in her own life—hurdles that she turned into opportunities. On this episode of She Pivots, Omi tells Emily about hitting “rock bottom,” the power of community, and why she pitched a tent in her living room to rent on Airbnb. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and share with your friends if you liked this episode!She Pivots was created in partnership with Marie Claire to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Omi, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit marieclaire.com/shepivots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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She Pivots is a weekly podcast that is redefining the way women view their own success. The award-winning show spotlights the real-life experiences of remarkable women who have shown that success is not defined by a one-size-fits-all formula.Host and creator Emily Tisch Sussman delivers deeply personal narrative interviews with renowned guests like Vice President Kamala Harris, Brooke Shields, Allyson Felix, Priyanka Chopra, and Bobbi Brown, all while interweaving never-before-heard stories from guests like trans Navy Veteran Paula M. Neira or fundamentalist cult survivor Susi Massey. She Pivots offers dynamic conversations with women, and occasionally non-women, that highlight their personal, pivotal moments. She Pivots creates a community for those striving to embrace themselves. Join the movement at www.shepivotsthepodcast.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.