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April 30, 2025
Grant McGaugh Named Among Miami’s Most Powerful Black Business Leaders 2025 | 5 STAR BDM CEO
I’m deeply honored to be recognized as one of Miami’s Most Powerful & Influential Black Business Leaders for 2025. This acknowledgment is not just a personal achievement—it’s a reflection of the incredible teams, clients, and communities I’ve had the privilege to work with.
Miami’s business landscape thrives on innovation, diversity, and leadership, and to be included among its most impactful leaders is both humbling and motivating. This recognition underscores my commitment to:
✅ Empowering Entrepreneurs – Helping businesses and professionals build strong, influential brands through 5 STAR BDM.
✅ Driving Capital & Growth – Advancing USVI as a financial hub with SEDI-CASE to create new economic opportunities.
✅ Amplifying Voices – Hosting the award-winning Follow The Brand Podcast, where I interview industry leaders shaping the future.
My Journey: Business, Branding & Beyond
With 25+ years in technology, healthcare, and finance, my career has been fueled by a passion for transforming ideas into impact. Some key highlights:
🏆 Top 10 Global Thought Leader in Personal Branding (Thinkers360 2024)
🎙 Host of the Best Personal Brand Development Podcast (2023-24)
💡 Strategic Advisor for firms like Cornhusker Capital & SEDI-CASE
🌍 Championing Minority Business Growth in Miami and beyond
The Future: Building on This Momentum
This recognition isn’t an endpoint—it’s a launchpad for greater impact. Here’s what’s next:
🔹 Expanding 5 STAR BDM’s reach to help more entrepreneurs elevate their brands.
🔹 Growing Follow The Brand Podcast with more high-value interviews.
🔹 Strengthening Miami’s Black business ecosystem through mentorship and investment.
Join Me on This Journey
I didn’t get here alone—this win belongs to my clients, partners, and supporters. Let’s keep pushing forward together.
📩 Want to collaborate? Reach out at grant.mcgaugh@5starbdm.com
🎧 Listen to the Podcast: Follow The Brand
🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/grantmcgaugh
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Thank you for being part of this journey. The best is yet to come.
– Grant McGaugh
CEO, 5 STAR BDM | Speaker | Investor | Podcast Host