Why This Election Matters: A Conversation with Alphonso David

Branding Room Only with Paula T. Edgar

Elections shape the future of our democracy, and their impact on our lives is undeniable. As a Black woman, lawyer, leader, and mother, I see it not just as part of my brand but as my duty to bring essential conversations forward, especially as we approach this pivotal Election Day.

In this episode of Branding Room Only, I’m joined by Alphonso David, a trailblazing civil rights and economic justice leader, and the president and CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum. Alphonso’s work and his powerful message resonate deeply at this crucial time. We explore his remarkable career advocating for Black and marginalized communities and discuss the significant issues at stake in this election.
1:58 - Alphonso’s definition of a personal brand, himself in a single sentence, two quotes he often goes back to, and his hype songs

5:54 - How a devastating childhood experience in Liberia shaped Alphonso’s brand and commitment to social justice

10:44 - Alphonso’s through line and career path leading up to becoming president of the Global Black Economic Forum

17:37 - The Fearless Fund court case and how it exposes ongoing systemic inequity in the U.S.

26:39 - The singular concept that should be at the forefront for Black or Black-adjacent people this election

32:54 - How the Forum’s work intercepts with priorities of greater equity and freedom for the Black community

36:01 - Why it’s important to think through the lens of community (and history) rather than through the lens of the self

41:19 - All the things Alphonso does for fun, what he will never compromise on, and the unique experience that he provides for others

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Global Black Economic Forum

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Chapter

1. Why This Election Matters: A Conversation with Alphonso David (00:00:00)

2. Alphonso’s definition of a personal brand, himself in a single sentence, two quotes he often goes back to, and his hype songs (00:02:47)

3. How a devastating childhood experience in Liberia shaped Alphonso’s brand and commitment to social justice (00:06:43)

4. Alphonso’s through line and career path leading up to becoming president of the Global Black Economic Forum (00:11:33)

5. The Fearless Fund court case and how it exposes ongoing systemic inequity in the U.S. (00:18:26)

6. The singular concept that should be at the forefront for Black or Black-adjacent people this election (00:27:28)

7. How the Forum’s work intercepts with priorities of greater equity and freedom for the Black community (00:33:43)

8. Why it’s important to think through the lens of community (and history) rather than through the lens of the self (00:36:50)

9. All the things Alphonso does for fun, what he will never compromise on, and the unique experience that he provides for others (00:42:08)