Meet Dricka Carter | Wealth Development Mogul

We had the good fortune of connecting with Dricka Carter and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dricka, can you talk to us a bit about the social impact of your business?
Everything we do at Carter Capital is rooted in service. Through our tax, credit, and business consulting divisions, we’ve helped thousands of individuals start businesses, repair their credit, and learn how to sustain wealth. Beyond that, we provide mentorship, education, and employment opportunities within our network. I also use my platform to teach financial literacy in schools and underserved communities. So our impact goes far beyond business — it’s about legacy, empowerment, and access. We’re helping people see that they deserve financial freedom, and then showing them how to achieve it.

What should our readers know about your business?
Carter Capital was born out of a deep desire to help families and entrepreneurs take control of their finances and build generational wealth. What started as a small tax firm has grown into a multi-division financial powerhouse — including Carter Capital PLLC, Carter & Associates LLC, and CCPM — each focused on helping individuals and business owners not only make money, but manage, multiply, and maintain it.

What truly sets us apart is that we educate while we elevate. Most financial companies focus solely on transactions — but we focus on transformation. Whether it’s through our tax firm network, our business mentorship programs, or our community Comma Convos, we make sure our clients understand how money works, why structure matters, and what it really takes to build sustainable success.

Getting here wasn’t easy. I started this business from the ground up — no investors, no big corporate backing, just faith, grit, and consistency. I was once working in healthcare, managing the Revenue Cycle Department at Ochsner Health Systems, and I realized I was building someone else’s dream when I had the ability to create my own. The early years were tough. I had to learn marketing, leadership, compliance, and client retention all at once — while raising a family and keeping the lights on. But I never let the struggle define me; I let it refine me.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned along the way is that you don’t need permission to be powerful. As women, as entrepreneurs, as visionaries — we often wait until we “feel ready.” I wasn’t ready when I started, but I was willing. And willingness opens doors that waiting never will.

Today, I’m most proud of the impact we’ve made — not just in revenue, but in results. We’ve helped thousands of people start legitimate businesses, get funding, repair credit, and scale to six and seven figures. We’ve built systems and software that give tax professionals and CEOs the freedom to run their companies more efficiently. But more than that, we’ve built community.

What I want the world to know about me and my brand is that Carter Capital stands for legacy, integrity, and empowerment. We’re not just helping people file taxes — we’re helping them file for freedom. Every service, every class, every piece of content is designed to push our clients toward the best version of themselves — financially, personally, and professionally.

At the end of the day, my story is proof that you can start small and still dream big. You can come from humble beginnings and still make history. And most importantly — you can build wealth and impact at the same time.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If my best friend was visiting New Orleans for a week, I’d make sure they experienced the real NOLA — not just the tourist side, but the culture, the people, and the energy that makes this city one of a kind.
Day 1: We’d kick things off with brunch at Bee Spot or Morrow’s, because no trip to New Orleans starts without a good mimosa and shrimp and grits. After that, we’d take a walk through the French Quarter — not just to see Bourbon Street, but to soak in the architecture, the live music, and the art. Dinner would be at New Orleans Creole Cookery, followed by jazz at Blue Nile or Tipitina’s.
Day 2: I’d take them to Studio Be, one of my favorite art spaces in the city — it’s a visual story of resilience, activism, and Black excellence. We’d grab lunch at Bee Sweets, then do a riverfront stroll by Crescent Park. Dinner that night would be at Neyow’s Creole Café, because their chargrilled oysters are unbeatable.
Day 3: This would be our self-care and recharge day. I’d book us massages or facials at Woodhouse Spa, then grab smoothies and bowls at The Daily Beet. That evening, we’d do dinner and cocktails Morrow Steak, one of my go-to spots for elegant vibes and good conversation.
Day 4: Business meets pleasure — I’d take them to see Carter Capital headquarters and show them what legacy building looks like in real life. Then we’d visit a few local Black-owned businesses around the city like Emline, Grimaldi and YouBoutique to support the community. We’d wrap up the day with drinks at Monday NOLA or Fifteen25.
Day 5: We’d do a swamp tour or airboat ride — something adventurous to show them a different side of Louisiana. That evening, we’d get dressed up for dinner at The Verdict, then maybe hit The Chicory if there’s a live event happening.
Day 6: Saturday would be for reflection, good food, and good vibes. I’d bring them to one of my favorite local brunches or day parties (because in New Orleans, brunch is an all-day affair). Head over to get beignets and café au lait at Café Du Monde, and a stroll through City Park or New Orleans Museum of Art before resetting for the upcoming week.
Day 7: Sunday would be for fun and fellowship. We would goto church New Home Family Worship center to be exact because there is no place like new home. We might stop by a second-line parade or local festival depending on the weekend before heading to the airport. New Orleans has this way of wrapping you up in culture, love, and energy — and I’d want my best friend to experience that fully. The city is soulful, vibrant, and deeply inspiring… just like the people who call it home.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have to give a major shoutout to my village — because none of this happened in isolation. First and foremost, God gets the ultimate credit. Every door that opened, every connection made, every opportunity that came my way was guided by faith and divine timing.

Then there’s my family, especially my children, who are my daily “why.” They’ve been patient, understanding, and motivating through every late night, every risk, and every new venture.

I also have to shout out my mentors and peers in the finance and business world who poured into me when I was still figuring things out. There were women and men who believed in me before I fully believed in myself, who taught me that collaboration truly builds empires.

And of course, my team and my community — from Carter Capital to Carter & Associates to Comma Convos — they’re the heartbeat of everything I do. Every client, mentee, and partner who trusted me with their goals helped me sharpen my purpose. I wouldn’t be who I am today without the people who chose to grow with me.

Lastly, I want to shout out the dreamers and doers — those who remind me why I started. Every time I see someone in our community break a generational curse or hit their first six figures, it reignites my passion. This journey is bigger than me — it’s about all of us rising together.

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