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"Yes, We Are Open" Season 9 Episode 2- My Afromania Inc.
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"Yes, We Are Open" Season 9 Episode 2- My Afromania Inc.

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Yes, My Afromania Inc. Is Open!

In this episode, Al visits Chika Oguh, founder of My Afromania Inc., a fashion business in Ottawa that brings the vibrancy of African prints to Western styles. 

Chika recounts how her love for fashion inspired her to create a marketplace supporting artisans from both Africa and Canada. She candidly discusses the financial and emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and the role her family’s entrepreneurial spirit played in her journey.

Listen now to learn how Chika overcame setbacks, and built a thriving business from scratch.

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You can learn more about My Afromania Inc. at MyAfromania.com.

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Al Grego

Al Grego

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Al Grego is the producer and host of the multi-award-winning Yes, We Are Open and Just Good Business podcasts for Moneris. His interests outside of work include podcasting, blogging, and music.

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