In this episode, Joy Gilfilen interviews Darryl Riley, the co-founder of The Up From Slavery Initiative (UFSI). Riley shares his insights on the importance of healing marginalized communities and the work UFSI is doing to achieve this goal.

UFSI is dedicated to providing support and resources to Black communities through inspiring enterprising actions.

💬UFSI has 3 core strategies: 1)Racial justice initiatives, 2)Financial literacy programs and 3) Wellness services. By addressing these critical areas, UFSI aims to empower individuals and create a more equitable society. Listen to the podcast to learn more about Darryl Riley's leadership work, and his example of resilience and success. He's moved from Inmate to Entrepreneur and is now a Kitsap County Business Owner, and co-founder of The Up From Slavery Initiative. By overcoming challenges and adversity with deep enterprising action Darryl now owns three businesses and holds the distinction of being the only Black franchise owner in Kitsap County.