Miriam Rhoden-Shedden has been an attorney since December 2016. She is barred in Jamaica, Vermont, and Maryland and will be starting the process of becoming barred in DC in February 2024. Since 2022, she has handled family law cases and recently started handling landlord and tenant matters.

She firmly believes that knowledge is power and it is her objective, as well as mine, to impart as much information as I can so people are empowered. 

 During this conversation we discuss the following topics:
 1. What happens if your child(ren) are taken by the state? Resources for low income parents; 
 2. With aging parents, what can you do to handle their affairs if they become incapacitated; 
 3. How can parents legally make decisions for their special needs adult children; 
 4. Do grandparents have any rights to your children?;
 5. How can fathers ensure that they are a part of their children’s lives when the mother is withholding access;
 6. How does custody impact child support in Maryland? 
and more!

Miriam's contact information:
Email: miriam@sheddenlawllc.com
Phone: (301) 223-0155

Family Law Court Forms (Maryland) https://www.courts.state.md.us/family/family-forms
(If you're in a different state, Google "pro se forms" and enter your state)

Information for future lawyers: 
(This is for the P.G. County Area)
Law Link Student Internship Program - www.mylaw.org/law-links-internship

Podcast website: www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Ep. #82 - This is a topic that has become near and dear to my heart because it's something I'm currently in the process of doing. Many people in the Black community have lost MILLIONS because we were never taught about wills, probate, trusts, power of attorney, etc.  The lack of this knowledge is why gentrification is happening in Black neighborhoods all over the United States. Well, I want to help us know better so we can do better. And please...please pass this information on to your loved ones, especially your children!

We Discuss:
What's the difference between a will and a trust?
What is probate? How can it be avoided?
How do I find an attorney? What should I look for?
How much does it cost to do a will or a trust?
Are online wills okay? Legal?
And much more!

In this episode, I am having a conversation with Attorney David Harty, who specializes in Estate Planning.  He has been practicing law for more than 40 years. He served as a judge for several years and quite frankly, he knows his stuff! For the last 20-plus years, he has focused on estate planning and we're fortunate to have him still serving; especially "our" community.  

If you want to contact Mr. Harty, his email is hartylaw.dh@gmail.com

My Exit Plan - The Workbook was written by Rhonda D. Green
This book is so well put together that I decided to become an affiliate so please purchase using this link!
The link to purchase is https://amzn.to/3tWypaW. 

The link to the YouTube video featuring Mr. Harty - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwB6wwGpwcI
It's a must see!

If you want more information about me, visit linktr.ee/electladykim

Ep. #81 - As a senior HR professional in the Federal Government, Dalton Grisham will help you land your dream job and take your career to the next level. He has helped clients like transform their resumes, hone their applications, and improve their interview skills to dramatically increase their odds of landing their dream job!

Dalton's website - https://grishamadvising.com

(How to use the code: You have to listen to the episode to get it! Once you've done that, got to his website and go to "Get Started" and complete the information. On the line that says "Referral Information", enter the code indicated in the podcast conversation.  HURRY!  He's only accepting 15 people initially. He may open it up again later so be sure to stay connected.)

Everything you need to know about me and what I do can be found here:

https://linktr.ee/ElectLadyKim

Ep. #80 - At Your Family, Your Legacy, Whitney Thompkins is your family’s life insurance advisor. After gaining invaluable experience working alongside a successful producer who was catering to a high net-worth, mature clientele, Whitney found her calling in sharing her wealth of knowledge with young families. In the midst of building her own family, she witnessed firsthand the critical importance of making informed decisions from the very beginning.

She is now taking what she learned and sharing it with her community, and she’s sharing it with us. Listen as she breaks down how important it is to have life insurance, and how $100 a month can lead to generational wealth!

Her Website - www.yourfamilyyourlegacy.com

(All of her social media connections are on her website)

Everything you need to know about me and what I do can be found here:

https://linktr.ee/ElectLadyKim

Ep. #79 - As an educator, licensed attorney, and connector, Shakisha has been privileged to speak with individuals, families, co-workers, community groups, and conferences full of people from all walks of life. She speaks on topics such as estate planning, multi- and inter-generational wealth building, Black wealth, business planning, heir’s property, and servant leadership.

Shakisha’s Website – https://www.thelegacycounselor.com/

Shakisha’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shakishamorgan/

The Legacy Counselor IG Page - https://www.instagram.com/thelegacycounselor/

Shakisha’s Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/maryandmarthapodcast/

Kim’s Podcast Website – https://linktr.ee/thebnbpodcast

Kim’s Podcast Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast/

Other Resources

Connect with Black attorneys nationwide  - https://aaattorneynetwork.com/

Article about Allen Iverson – (It was $32 Million)  https://atlantablackstar.com/2020/06/10/allen-iverson-is-a-decade-away-from-receiving-his-32-million-trust-fund-payment-from-reebok/#:~:text=Allen%20Iverson%20will%20receive%20a%20%2432%20million%20trust,former%20CEO%20Paul%20Fireman%20was%20with%20the%20brand

Link to Part 1 – My Exit Plan – Are You Prepared? - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GCmRoyvdFtxb7q1EmUH0a?si=EjrpbW08ScCx-Bx3-IPFEA

Ep. #78 -  What if you suddenly passed away? Does your family know what to do? If your loved one passed, would you know what to do? Rhonda Green serves as the Funeral Services Manager at First Baptist under the leadership of Pastor and Mrs. John K. Jenkins Sr. She has coordinated services for the White House, Prince George’s County Police and Fire Departments, politicians, and local celebrities. She also educates church members and the community on how to get their house in order in preparation for their final days. This episode will help you get your final affairs in order so when you leave this world, your final wishes will be done the way you want.

Website – https://www.rhondagreen.org

Instagram - @myexitplanmep

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/myexitplanmep/

First Baptist of Glenarden Website - https://fbcglenarden.org/

Podcast Host Info – Kimberly Holmes

Podcast Website - https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThePodcast4Us

IG - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/blacknonprofitsandbusinesses

NOTE: If you want to attend the Exit Plan Symposium in Person or Virtually, be sure to follow us.

I will be sharing the link to use to watch on my FB and Twitter page. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Ep. #77 – Do you know if or when you need a CPA? If you’re not sure, this episode will help. You can also learn how to avoid making financial mistakes. Chérie (The Little CPA) is an AICPA 40 Under 40 Black CPA, a Tax Manager at a national financial services firm, and creator of The Little CPA.

As a Tax Manager, she works with the firm's Not-for-Profit and Estate Planning Practice to help provide accounting, tax and consulting services for nonprofits, high-net-worth estates, trusts and gifts.  

Website: https://thelittlecpa.com

IG, TikTok, FB - @thelittlecpa

Find a Black Accountant:  https://black.accountants

My contact info:
Website: https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Ep. #76 – Ashley Redwood is the beauty and brains behind the “Trap Cardio” fitness and wellness brand. Trap Cardio is a dance fitness class that mixes strength training with cardio to the hottest hip hop, Afrobeat and Caribbean tunes. Ashley gets very candid about her story as a fitness and wellness coach and her challenges as she balances life as a Black woman, a wife, a mom, and an entrepreneur.  Somehow, she manages to keep smiling and encouraging others through tears, disappointments, and setbacks, and she still comes out on top. She is the personification of being a winner & Never Give Up!

Website - https://www.trap-cardio.com

IG - https://www.instagram.com/beyond.the.fluff

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/trapcardio

Black Nonprofits and Businesses Podcast - https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

The Nonprofit – Black America Cares – www.blackamericacares.org

Ep. #75 - Dominique Jones is the owner and CEO of Mom’s Advocate & Maternal Advisor (M.A.M.A.). As a Black mother of three young girls (ages 3 months, 2 and 4)  she knows firsthand how scary pregnancy, birth and the thought of motherhood can be. Listen as she shares about M.A.M.A.  Mom’s Advocate and Maternal Advisor (M.A.M.A.) is a full spectrum virtual birth services company. They're committed to serving mothers and families across the nation, advocating for improved maternal outcomes and providing support services, from pre-conception through motherhood.

Website - https://mamabirthservices.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mamabirthservices

Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/safepeacefuljoyous

Video - And Then She Was Gone - Kira's Story (Part 1) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvUkR-mmrpU

And Then She Was Gone - Kira's Story (Part 2) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrT0VX1bVEw

Article about Kira Johnson – Husband of Woman Who Died After C-Section Speaks About Black Maternal Health While Raising His Boys Alone

https://people.com/health/tk-dad-raising-sons-alone-after-wife-dies-in-childbirth

How to Find A Black Doula - https://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy/your-body/how-to-find-a-black-birth-doula_40007260#:~:text=Ask%20your%20network%20if%20they%20know%20any%20Black,they%20provide%20services%20for%20pregnant%20or%20breastfeeding%20moms.

The Black Nonprofit and Business Podcast

Website - https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast

Ep. #74 – There used to be a time when it was easy to find a handyman or a repairman who could fix just about anything. Times have definitely changed, however, there is a new business that can help you if you need your window or patio screen repaired.

Anthony Holland started this business as a way to bring in some extra income and to stay busy. If you have torn, missing or unappealing window screens in your home or business, UPGRADE your curb appeal & keep pesky insects OUT by replacing or repairing your screens. They provide ON-SITE services once you make an appointment.

Website - http://www.wearefamilyscreenservices.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wearefamilyscreenservices

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wafscreenrepair

Book Mention – A.G. Gaston and the Making of a Black Millionaire –( Black Titan)

Podcast – How I Built This - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-built-this-with-guy-raz/id1150510297

Host Website - https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Ep. #73 -  Bradford and Crystal Usher developed a love for cold-pressed juice, and understanding the benefits that it could have on the body. That it could serve as a remedy. In 2019, they created Juice Remedy, a Health and Wellness company that offers delicious; nutrient-filled juice, Sea Moss and other products that will help remedy your life.  Each individual remedy is made with all-natural fruit and vegetables and LOTS of love!

Website - https://www.juiceremedy.org/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juice_remedy

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/juiceremedy

Black Nonprofits and Business Podcast

Website - https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/blacknonprofitsandbusinesses

Ep. #72 –  Empowering Cuts was founded by Joshua Santiago in 2017 to use his talent of cutting hair by paying it forward to individuals that couldn’t afford it. Having an understanding that homelessness doesn’t just reside in his hometown of Philadelphia he travels the country providing free haircuts for individuals in dire need and from that, a nonprofit organization was birthed.  

Website - https://empoweringcuts.org/

IG - https://www.instagram.com/empoweringcuts_

The young lady Joshua picked up on the highway
Nonprofit Website - https://teamgraceproject.org

IG - https://www.instagram.com/the.grace.project.pa

Honorable mention:
Shirley Raines
Website - https://www.super.social/ss/shirley

IG - https://www.instagram.com/beauty2thestreetz

Increase Your Income – eBook
Soon-to-be-released!

Website - https://www.welfareto6figures.com/

Ep. #71 - Grants Works helps organizations, businesses, and municipalities identify, acquire, manage, and comply with government and foundation grants.

Grants Works was founded by Patrice Davis, a grant management professional with 15 years of direct experience. After 10 years in the advertising and marketing industries, she changed careers and became adept at managing the complexities of government grants in various professional roles at national and local nonprofit organizations, a top research university, and as a federal employee.

Website: https://grantsworks.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantsworks

Instagram: @grantsworks

Podcast Website:  www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Podcast Instagram: @black_nonprofits_biz_podcast

Nonprofit (Black America Cares) Website:  www.blackamericacares.org

Be sure to stay connected on all social media sites!

Link to Walmart Grant - https://walmart.org/how-we-give/local-community-grants

Additional support for nonprofits from Walmart - https://www.walmart.com/nonprofits

Ep. #70 - Kids driving you crazy? Trust and believe you are not alone!
I normally talk about nonprofit organizations or businesses but someone posted something on FB about how she and her children (adult children) were relating.

The topic hit home for a lot of people so we decided to have a conversation about it. I'm speaking with Romona Williams who's a single mother, and Tony Nix, a single Black dad.  The purpose of this episode is to discuss how we can best relate to our children in a way that they'll hear our hearts. Yes...they'll be a little venting too, after all, we're only human, but we want to find solutions that will benefit both us and our kids.

Be sure to check out Episode #69. It's a discussion I had with Rashawnda James, a licensed therapist to discuss growing up with toxic parents and how to survive the trauma of this situation. This is actually a FREE therapy session and highly recommended. 

Romona Williams and Tony Nix are both on Facebook.

Find all info about the podcast at
https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com/

Green Elephant Ad
https://www.grocharity.com/joingreenelephant

Upcoming Project
How anyone can go from being on welfare to earning over $100K WITHOUT a degree!
https://linktr.ee/welfareto6figures

Ep. #69 -  Rashawnda James is a licensed therapist, self-care coach, speaker, and content creator. She has achieved success in helping women prioritize their self-healing and be their unapologetic selves. Rashawnda owns her own story of emotional disconnection and unhealed trauma that has led her to advocate for women to step into their own story, feel empowered, and experience an aligned, beautiful life. Rashawnda is the creator of the Affirm and Align experience, a coaching program designed to provide the tools necessary for healing. She is the content creator for free mental health videos educating others on the importance of self-care, journaling, and healing.

Website - www.rashawndajames.com
IG: @rashawndajames
Youtube - Rashawnda James - YouTube

Daughters of Toxic Black Mothers Facebook Group –  https://www.facebook.com/groups/2488251297875242

Black Nonprofits and Businesses Podcast Contact Info:

Website – www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

IG: @black_nonprofits_biz_podcast

Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThePodcast4Us

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/blacknonprofitsandbusinesses

eBook – www.welfareto6figures.com

Ep. #68 – Robert Cradle is the Founder of Rob’s Barbershop Community Foundation.  Rob started out as an owner of a barbershop in Odenton, Maryland. In fact, he was the first Black man to open a barbershop in that area. As the shop grew into a successful establishment, Rob discovered there was a homeless shelter close by with individuals who couldn’t afford his services. So he decided to use his shop as the groundwork to build a community friendly human service organization.

Rob eventually closed his shop and focused his efforts on starting an organization that would allow him to expand his dedication to serving the community. He works with clients of residential, transitional, emergency housing facilities and public schools and builds barbershops and hair salons in their facility. He also builds dog grooming stations.

Rob’s Website: www.therbcf.com

Rob’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/robert.cradle

My Website - www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast/

The eBook - www.welfareto6figures.com

Ep. #67 – If you're Black, have you ever been to Yellowstone Park? Do you even know about it? Taylor Bland is a Conservation Nation Fellow. (You’ll have to listen to this episode to learn what that is). As a Black woman in a White-male dominated field, she wants to give people from underrepresented communities someone to look up to, and go to if they need a pathway into this industry. Taylor is dedicated to helping wolves in Yellowstone National Park in Montana. She started out volunteering for the Wolf Project, but is now getting paid to do what she loves.

As a Technician for the Yellowstone Wolf Project and Conservation Nation Fellow, Taylor conducts public outreach and education, tracking and monitoring wolf packs, observing wolf behaviors and helping park visitors see wolves. She is definitely a role model and mentor to younger people who are interested in a career in conversation.

Connect with Taylor
Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/taylor.bland.5

IG - https://www.instagram.com/taylorlbland/

Magazine Article - https://bit.ly/3P67mhP

Conservation Nation - https://conservationnation.org/

Connect with Podcast Host

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/blacknonprofitsandbusinesses

IG - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThePodcast4Us

Upcoming eBook - https://www.welfareto6figures.com/

Ep. #66 – At the age of 48, Harold Leffall was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He was extremely shocked and devastated because earlier that year, he witnessed the death of two of his younger friends due to cancer.

Scientific evidence proved that the consumption of diet sodas, high fat dairy products (consisting of cheese that he loved a lot), fried foods, processed meat, and added sugars, and even microwaved popcorn, all contained cancer-causing agents.

Listen as Harold shares how he was able to beat cancer through changing his lifestyle, and is now helping others do the same. Harold has been featured on Good Day Charlotte, Good Morning Chattanooga, Black Enterprise, Best Self Atlanta and Entrepreneur magazines and authored four books: Brother CEO, Living from Within, I AM ENOUGH and Juicing 101. He is the Founder/CEO of Good Living Now, a health supplement company based in Charlotte, NC. 

Harold’s Info

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCmCPr8lAQX3tAtcMndAwhg

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/haroldleffalljr

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/haroldleffall

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thejuiceguy54

Link to order products - https://www.youareenoughnow.com/black-seed-oil-health-benefits.html#/.

My Info
Website -  https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/blacknonprofitsandbusinesses

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/black_nonprofits_biz_podcast

Gotta new eBook launching soon!
How I Went From Welfare to over $100K! Without a Degree!!!
Website - https://www.welfareto6figures.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fromwelfareto6figures

Ep. #65 – Art of Discovery (AOD) – Founder, Tamika Melvin

Art of Discovery’s mission is to empower youth to discover their talent by educating them through creative art programs and services.  They offer a variety of programs, ranging from, Creative Writing & Screen Writing, Life & Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Music, Singing & Dancing, Graphic Design, and more!

​- Artistry has a proven track record to be a powerful tool for creating positive social change.

- AOD works with the community instead of for the community.

Website: https://aod22.org

IG: @artofdiscovery22

Tamika’s IG: @litqueenmek

Honorable Mentions:
Indi Felder IG: @indifelder

Shontel Greene IG: @shontel_greene

Podcast Host
Website: https://www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com
IG: @black_nonprofits_biz_podcast

eBook: https://www.welfareto6figures.com

Nonprofit Website:  https://www.blackamericacares.org

Ep. #64 - Choose to DO, Inc. builds confidence and esteem for underserved black youth 12-17 years old, to embrace healthy mental development by introducing them to applicable skills and resources that foster socioemotional well-being.

This organization was founded by Dozie Oheri who is currently the CEO.  She started Choose to DO, Inc. because of her experience as an educator, as a caregiver and from personal growth and development. Through her experiences listed above and through Choose to DO, Inc., she has made it her job to empower our youth.

I also speak with the first intern I’ve had on the show. Her name is Sha’nya Meade and she shares a little of what it’s like to be an intern working for a nonprofit. And if you’re in need of an intern for your organization or business you definitely want to tune in because we talk about that process as well. So sit back and relax and let’s get into this awesome conversation!

Website: https://choosetodoinc.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/choosetodoinc

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEmsc2PY2D63QF8G3jaSUeg

Instagram: @choosetodoinc

Kim’s eBook – From Welfare to 6-Figures – Website : www.welfareto6figures.com

Podcast Website – www.blacknonprofitsandbusinesses.com

Nonprofit (Black America Cares) Website – www.blackamericacares.org

Be sure to follow me on all social media sites!