Gresham Harkless from Blue 16 Media was featured with other panelist on Radio One. The show aired on WOL 1450 AM on Sunday and will re-air on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at 6 am on 93.9 WKYS. On the show, Gresham along with other panelist discussed important issues small business owners faced including time management, marketing and branding.
Along with Gresham, the other panelist Felipe Wright from eWaste Tech Systems, Ari Squires and Eva Thorne from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated – Omicron Chi Omega Chapter and Patience Hill from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated – Omicron Chi Omega Chapter, discussed what people can expect from the upcoming Small Business Expo.
👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
đź“š Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
