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Welcome Back to the last day of Minding My Black Owned Business Recognition! I hope you got a chance to look at all of our black owned businesses and if you didn't what are you waiting for??? Go back and look in our past blogs and check these awesome businesses out.

Unfortunately we were not able to showcase all black owned businesses this month but we do appreciate and support all of the SL black owned businesses!

We hope you are enjoyed earning about these businesses and their owners as much as we did. Now on with it. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc  highlighted some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We wanted to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our last business owner had to say.... 

Our last business is Family Luv Medical/Birthing Center! 

Family Luv Medical/Birthing Center is a medical practice that focuses on prenatal care however, we also specialize in general medicine, pediatrics and men's health.

About the owner, Cassie D. Shaw M.D.

"I am a person that enjoy making others happy. I am family oriented and love very hard. I believe in treating people with respect, love, loyalty, honesty and compassion. I am a mother, a sister, a aunt, a grandmother, a godmother and friend."

Family Luv Medical/Birthing Center has been in business since November 2011 almost 10 years on the grid.

We asked Cassie a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "I feel it may be a bit harder but not specifically because I am black. There are a lot of medical centers in second life and most choose to compete rather than embrace one another. For me, that is the problem."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "The joy I see within my patients. When I have the same patients contently coming back and sending their loved ones as well because once you choose us you now have another family :)"

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "My advice would be to have a plan and be you! Don't try to worry about what someone else in the same field is doing, focus on you and your ideas and what you can bring into the same field. There will always be more than one of something but everyone views and maneuvers it differently so be uniquely you."

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "Thank you for constantly choosing FLMBC. I appreciate your love and loyalty, you really make what we do very rewarding."

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you Cassie for taking time out of her busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support my business and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check us out on facebook - FLMBC FB

Check us out InWorld - FLMBC InWorld

Thank you for hanging out with us this month!!! Stay tuned for more blogs from us.

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

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Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our twenty first black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our twenty second business owner had to say.... 

Our twenty second business is The Bleu Lakewood Family Health Campus! 

The Bleu Lakewood Family Health Campus is a medical practice

About the owner, Chrystian A. Bleu M.D. 

"A very kindhearted, hardworking individual. Who is here to service the people of sl as best I can. People before profit."

The Bleu Lakewood Family Health Campus has been in business for a year and a half.

We asked Chrystian a couple of questions and here is what he had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "In a way yes because. While I don't have all the bells and whistles most hospital have, we work hard in our rp. It makes up for what we lack in aesthetic. Also we cater to all races and creatures. However, very few people know that when we are black owned. "

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "The fact that I get to help people. "

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "It varies on the services. Sometimes we provide in and out Medical services and sometimes with pregnancies we go out months. It is about serving the people of sl and catering to their needs. "

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Plan, plan, plan. A great dream starts with a plan."

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "Thank you for everything you have done to make our practice what it is. We would not be here without you. "

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you Chrystian for taking time out of his busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this handsome young man and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check him out on facebook - Bleu Lakewood Family Practice FB

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - TKO

Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our twentieth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our twenty first business owner had to say.... 

Our twenty first business is TKO! 

TKO is an Afrocentric clothing store for males and females

About the owner, Tia Kimagawa

"I have been on the grid for 11 years (total), I am a mother, Daughter, Sister, Girlfriend, Founder, and Business Owner. I have worn so many hats over the years and enjoy them all. As a business owner I try to present a product that is innovative as well as eye catching."

TKO has been in business since March 2017.

We asked Tia a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "Yes, it limits my client pool, but regardless it's rewarding."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "I love bringing my visions into SL, seeing my creative flow make others happy has to be the best high in the world."

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "LOL< it all depends. If I'm in a zone.. A few hours if not, a few days ."

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Regardless of how hard the fight, never give up. Talk to other people doing what you want, or other established business owners. Many will help you with tricks of the trade. I have talented designers tell me how to work my textures better, how to produce better product ads and how to get your name out there. Always make sure that you put your best product out and customer service will make or break you."

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "Thank you.. I appreciate each and every one of you. I will always strive to produce quality apparel at affordable prices. And remember Continue to be Uniquely different, Wonderfully bold Always You."

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you Tia for taking time out of her busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this beautiful young lady and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - TKO Designs FB

Check her out inworld -  TKO InWorld

Check her out on MP - TKO MP

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - Sawsy-B Clothing

 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our nineteenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our twentieth business owner had to say.... 

Our twentieth business is Sawsy-B Clothing! 

Sawsy-B Clothing is an clothing store that has clothes exclusively for Kupra Bodies. They have a few things for other bodies however, majority of their items are for Kupra.

About the owner, Honesty & Diiam0nd Taurus

"We are both very humble, outgoing and creative people. ..With the love and support of our momma."

Sawsy-B Clothing has been in business for 2 months.

We asked the ladies a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "No. No matter what is put in our path we will continue to push forward"

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "Being able to express our creativity."

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "It takes 1 day."

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Don't let anyone stop you from reaching your goals." 

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "I want to thank everyone for their love and support, it is highly appreciated." 

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you the ladies for taking time out of their busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support these beautiful young ladies and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - Sawsy-B Clothing FB

Check her out inworld -  Sawsy-B Clothing Inworld

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - De'Corum

 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our eighteenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our nineteenth business owner had to say.... 

Our nineteenth business is De'Corum! 

De'Corum is a boutique design firm specializing in residential and commercial services. We are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses create captivating and inspiring environments. By taking a unique approach to each design project, whether it’s contemporary or traditional, allows for the client's vision and our expertise to reflect their lifestyle.

About the owner, Mochacoco Chenille

"I am a mother of four beautiful daughters with two boys on the way. I have a wonderful and supportive fiancé who helps me run De'corum. I've always had a passion for designing and even styling. I actually got into home interior by accident lol. I would decorate my own home and family started noticing my work. They would then ask me to do their homes and encouraged me to open my own business so I took a chance. Pretty soon I was having clients on hold waiting until I had openings to get their homes done. I really enjoy what I do and I try my best to balance my RL time with my SL time. I love the beauty in SL and wanted to help add to it one home at a time."

De'Corum has been in business since March 2018, almost 3 years.

We asked Mochacoco couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "I never really thought about this. I don't think it's harder having a black owned business. I actually never really paid attention to the race of my clientele. Now that I think about the question most of my clients I will say are African American, I don't know if that's by design or just because the group of people that are around me tend to be those of my own race. I don't think my designs fully cater to black people, however I do use a lot of black art but if my client isn't black I do different type of art pieces. I usually cater to my clients vision bringing my own uniqueness to it. I just bring realism to my work and I think that fits any race."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "The most fulfilling part of my business is when my clients walk into their homes and are completely happy with what they see. I love when they walk through each room, snapping pictures and saying they can't wait to have company over lol.... yeah that's the best feeling. "

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "I usually ask for two days per room because I work in RL and it's only myself, my fiancé and sometimes my sister that helps."

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Just do it, no excuses, no fear. There's room for everyone's talent on SL so find yours and make it happen."

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "Thank you so much for trusting me with your homes and businesses and for believing in my work. I look forward to continuing to work with all of you and to one day bring you my very own pieces for all of you to enjoy. "

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you Mochacoco for taking time out of your busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this beautiful young lady and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - De'Corum FB

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - Divi's Decor

 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our seventeenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our eighteenth business owner had to say.... 

Our eighteenth business is Divi's Decor! 

Divi's Decor is an interior decorating business. We have been in business for 4 years and we have created many beautiful spaces for several clients. We specialize in bringing clients vision to life, whether it be a vision they thought of or one they saw in RL and want to recreate in SL.

About the owner, Divi Jenelle Carriere

"I am pretty laid back, love to laugh, and goofy at times. I love helping others and will give someone the shirt off my back if need be. I typically surround myself with my family and spend most of my time with them when I am not decorating or shopping. I have been in SL for 13 years and I have met many amazing people. I enjoy creating spaces in SL and I get so much inspiration from the design shows I watch in RL. "

Divi's Decor has been in business for 4 years.

We asked Divi a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "No. I have not had any hardships being a black owned business. "

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "The biggest reward for me is seeing my clients reactions when I reveal their newly decorated homes to them."

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "Depending on the project size and level of detail required, it can range from 1 day to 1 week or longer."

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Do not give up! It's might be hard to get started and get your name out there but with lots of hard work you can and will be successful!"

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "Thank you so much for supporting me, whether it's hiring me for a project, sharing my work I post, nominating me for awards, or recommending me to others. I appreciate all of you and I could not do do what I without your support!"

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you Divi for taking time out of your busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this beautiful young lady and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - Divi's Decor SL FB

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - Khaotic Entertainment

 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our sixteenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our seventeenth business owner had to say.... 

Our seventeenth business is Khaotic Entertainment! 

Khaotic Entertainment is known grid wide for having one of the most elite DJ and host rosters in Second Life. We provide musical entertainment for a lot of the premier clubs, event promoters, and Greek organizations.

About the owner, MattMatrix Brunsen

"I've have been a DJ for over 25 years and 11 years on Second Life, he's been a part of many entertainment companies, DJ organizations and radio stations and Owner/Founder oh Khaotic Ent."

Khaotic Entertainment have been up and running since 2013.

We asked MattMatrix a couple of questions and here is what he had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "I feel like it could be more opportunities for outside of the urban grid for DJs and entertainers."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "Just feels good to entertain and uplift and make people happy."

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "Just do what you feel in your business and don't let anyone stop you."

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "I'm very humble and grateful for all those who support me as a DJ, and my Khaotic Ent. family."

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you MattMatrix for taking time out of your busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this handsome young man and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check him out on facebook - Khaotic Entertainment FB

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD

🅼🅸🅽🅳🅸🅽🅶 🅼🆈 🅱🅻🅰🅲🅺 🅾🆆🅽🅴🅳 🅱🆄🆂🅸🅽🅴🆂🆂 🆁🅴🅲🅾🅶🅽🅸🆃🅸🅾🅽 - Batista's Getaway Resort

 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our fifteenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our sixteenth business owner had to say.... 

Our sixteenth business is Batista's Getaway Resort! 

Batista's Getaway Resort is a long standing hospitality establishment, founded by now retired Deangelo Batista & Jennifer Mondavi in May 2011. Currently managed by sisters SonDee & Melodie Batista, we have been delivering full role play experiences in dining, spa treatments and resort stays over the last six years and still possess the same passion to deliver the best customer role play experiences to all.

About the owner, SonDee Batista-Lefevre

"I've been on the SL grid for 8 years. I started at Batista's in 2013 as a staff server, was promoted to Manager in 2014 and in 2015 the business was handed down as my father, Deangelo Batista retired. I'm a private person, more of a homebody. I take pride in being loyal to those around me. I'm a mother of one son, Adrian Xavorin Batista and wife to Tyson Lefevre for the last year."

Batista's Getaway Resort has been in business for 10 years on May 20, 2021.

We asked SonDee a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "We are a recreational establishment and cater to all races. So I don't feel it to be harder for me in the business that I'm in. I think the key is remaining relevant in a field such as this. Since interests shift so often here in SL, it's important to remain persistent regardless. If your audience can count on you to always be there, that in itself is success to me."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "What makes what I do most rewarding is when you hear that you truly made someone's day. It could be by providing an extra detail or showing genuine care for their concerns and needs. Knowing that you provided someone with a unique experience that they not only appreciate but won't forget is the most rewarding."

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "We don't create items so I would say reservations depend on availability"

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "The best advice I can give to black entrepreneurs in the business field that I'm currently in or any business field is to not give up on your vision, don't get wrapped up in how much money you are or are not going to make. I believe that you have to have a genuine love for what you're doing to be successful. In Second Life, not all establishments last a long time but if you are genuinely passionate about what you're doing and have a successful support system, you stand a better chance at being successful"

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "To all of the supporters and patrons who have been with Batista's over the years and to the new ones we accumulated along the way, We are most grateful to you all for trusting us to deliver the memorable lasting experiences that we have been known for over the years. A huge Thank You from all of us to all of you!"

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you SonDee for taking time out of your busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this beautiful young lady and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - Batista's Getaway Resort FB

Check out their website- Batista's Getaway Resort Website

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD