

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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Oct 2, 2025 • 45min
Meet The Man Who Leads The World’s Busiest Airport
Ricky Smith, General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the discussion, Smith outlines the business behind the airport; its $66.7 billion economic impact, growing up in Baltimore before rising to CEO, and future careers in aviation.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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Sep 25, 2025 • 27min
Inside Chuck E. Cheese's $350 Million Makeover
David McKillips, the CEO of Chuck E. Cheese fun centers, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. During the discussion, McKillips breaks down the business of Chuck E. Cheese and its $350 million investment to renovate its U.S. locations. Additionally, McKillips shares career lessons from his climb, working at Sesame Place, Six Flags Entertainment, and DC Comics.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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Sep 18, 2025 • 49min
How A Nigerian Entrepreneur Raised Millions To Develop This Credit Cards Assistant
Tikue Anazodo, the CEO of Kudos Technologies, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the interview, Anazodo discussed how he built the shopping assistant startup, raising $20 million, growing up in Nigeria, and the future of AI.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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Sep 11, 2025 • 47min
He Made More Than $100 Million In The NFL. Now Ndamukong Suh Wants To Franchise Cinnamon Buns
Former NFL defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. During the discussion, Suh details his business portfolio, future plan in restaurant franchising and real estate. Suh played 13 seasons in the NFL, won a Super Bowl in 2021 and made more than $168 million in on-field earnings.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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Sep 5, 2025 • 55min
How NBA Champion Derek Anderson Overcame Homelessness To Thrive In Business
Former NBA guard Derek Anderson joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the interview, Anderson, who won an NBA championship in 2006 with the Miami Heat, discusses his career, upbringing in Kentucky, overcoming homelessness, and how he thrived in business post-basketball.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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Aug 28, 2025 • 42min
How This CEO Sold A Company For Over $200 Million To Fuel Black Businesses
Ed Mitzen, the founder of Business For Good Foundation, joins Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite for a Black Business Month discussion. In the interview, Mitzen provides updates about the nonprofit organization, which aims to support Black entrepreneurs in upstate New York. Mitzen also shares his experience launching and later selling a pharmaceutical marketing company.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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Aug 21, 2025 • 39min
Meet the Houston Entrepreneur That Built A Real Estate Company Worth Millions
Kevan Shelton, CEO of Park Street Homes, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone during Black Business Month. In the interview, Shelton discusses the expansion of his real estate development company which is valued at $20 million, according to PitchBook data. Additionally, Shelton shares why he’s advocating for more Black men to purchase real estate and provides his perspective on the current U.S. housing landscape.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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Aug 14, 2025 • 47min
How NBA Star Chris Paul Is Structuring His Off-Court Ventures
The Los Angeles Clippers guard joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone for an interview. During their conversation, Paul discussed his plans for a new business venture aimed at managing his investment portfolio, which includes equity stakes in the NWSL franchise Angel City FC. He also shared insights on how he has managed to stay in the NBA for 20 years.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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Jul 24, 2025 • 54min
Ryan Clark's Playbook For Wealth From Interceptions To Investments
NFL champion Ryan Clark joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the discussion, Clark recaps his decorated NFL career, his diverse business portfolio, including his role with The Pivot podcast, and his perspective on calculated risks in 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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Jul 17, 2025 • 55min
Meet The Hampton University Grad Who Raised $186 Million In Venture Capital
Nasir Qadree, the founder of Zeal Capital Partners, joined Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at the Nasdaq MarketSite. During the interview, Qadree discussed the firm’s new fund, which targets 25 early-stage technology companies. He also explains how Zeal is generating commercial returns despite the current challenges in the DEI landscape. 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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