Forbes: The Enterprise Zone
Forbes
The Enterprise Zone is an exciting new spin-off of the Forbes Talks series. This dynamic weekly magazine-style show is recorded at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City. It will explore captivating business conversations with influential figures, including top athletes, prominent CEOs, entertainers, and visionary entrepreneurs. Each episode will invite guests to share their unique journeys, revealing their triumphs and the challenges and setbacks they’ve faced along the way. About the host: Jabari Young is a senior writer and editor at Forbes, covering business and editorial lead at ForbesBLK. He joined Forbes in June 2022. Previously, he covered business at CNBC, ranging from professional sports league media deals, sponsorships, labor agreements and athlete portfolios. Also, before joining Forbes, Jabari worked at The Athletic and the San Antonio Express-News, where he covered the NBA and San Antonio Spurs. A North Philadelphia native, Jabari graduated from Temple University in 2008. Forbes reporters follow company ethical guidelines that ensure the highest quality.Subscribe to FORBES: https://www.youtube.com/user/Forbes?s...Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:https://account.forbes.com/membership...Forbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 35min
How Sherrese Clarke Spins Music Catalogs Into Gold
Sherrese Clarke, founder and CEO of Harborview Equity Partners who manages over $2 billion in music, TV, and film rights. She discusses using a data-driven "Moneyball" approach to value and scale IP libraries. She explains expanding into TV and film, partnering to develop youth content, and balancing investor returns with stewardship of artists' cultural legacies.
Feb 12, 2026 • 29min
The CEO of the Court: Inside the Executive Resilience of JB Bickerstaff
Detroit Pistons Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone for a conversation on resilience, leadership, legacy, and life in Detroit. Bickerstaff discusses his "old school" coaching philosophy, his unique approach to managing high-level talent, and the importance of genuine relationships in a transactional industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 52min
From Harvard to Hollywood: Inside The Business of Courtney B. Vance
Actor Courtney B. Vance joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone for a special Black History Month discussion. Vance discusses his upbringing in Detroit, his role as narrator for Volume Two of the audio biography of W.E.B. Du Bois, and how he and his wife, Angela Bassett, maintain a budget and approach investing.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 37min
From Marvel To Market: Why Mike Colter And His Daughters Created A Hair Care Business
Actor Mike Colter joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. He discussed his Hollywood career, upbringing in South Carolina, and why he invested $50,000 to start a haircare business, Niles and Chaz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 38min
From Self-Doubt To The Stars: Inside Aisha Bowe’s Business Journey
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe sat down with Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. In the interview, Bowe, also the founder and CEO IT consulting firm STEMBoard, discussed her journey to space aboard Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin rocket. She also discussed her goal of becoming a billionaire, her childhood in Michigan, and her experience working at NASA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 43min
From The NFL To Children’s Literature: Inside The Business Portfolio Of Derrick Johnson
Former NFL linebacker Derrick Johnson joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. Johnson played 13 of his 14 seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs and made more than $50 million throughout his career. In the discussion, he reflects on his playing days, shares the business lessons he learned, and explains the passion behind authoring children’s books.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 43min
Meet The Newark ‘Connector’ Who Raised $80 Million. Now He’s On The Lookout For AI Entrepreneurs
Vaughn Crowe, co-founder and managing Partner at venture firm NVP Capital, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. During the conversation, Crowe announced that NVP has raised $80 million to invest in 25 AI software startups. NVP says it will invest up to $3 million in each startup. Additionally, Crowe reflects on his upbringing in Newark; the future outlook of venture capital after a rocky 2025 and offers advice to young entrepreneurs on attracting investment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 54min
Inside the C-Suite with Visa's CMO Frank Cooper on the NFL, AI, and Marketing
Frank Cooper, the Chief Marketing Officer at VISA, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. In the discussion, Cooper talks about VISA's shift away from its partnership with the NFL, the future of marketing, and reflects on his career journey—from Motown Records to stints at BlackRock and overseeing Pepsi's mega deal with Beyoncé.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 30min
She Sold A Business To Amazon. Then Raised $125 Million For This Early-Stage Investment Firm
Jewel Burks Solomon, managing partner of venture capital firm Collab Capital, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone. During the conversation, Solomon updates the VC firm after a second capital raise, highlights standout companies in Collab’s portfolio, recaps selling her startup to Amazon, and explains why she’s optimistic about venture capital despite a sluggish year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 50min
2 Chainz: A Masterclass On Intuition, Self-Investment And Building A Lasting Brand
2 Chainz, Grammy Award-winning artist and entrepreneur, joins Forbes Senior Writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Forbes on Fifth media space. During the discussion, 2 Chainz outlines the business philosophy behind his multifaceted empire; his journey from College Park to global superstar guided by his inner voice, and the pivotal self-investments that shaped his career.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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