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

Hi Quanisha, how do you think about risk?
Taking risk means to me strength. I say strength because if I don’t do it, I will never know if I can achieve it. The strength shows I got what it takes and willing to take sacrifices. Taking risk has played a major part in my career and life. Since I started Divine Jewel Entertainment, it been all about business and sacrificing my personal life for business life for two years straight. Personal life could of been a whole lot better, but me knowing if I take this risk – it’ll be worth it all at the end. So I continue to show my strength and sacrifice!

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My personal opinion is I don’t focus on how I’m different than others but I can say I done a lot being independent and overlooked by others. My work is original and all from the muscle. I got to where I am today by sacrifice and dedication. It was absolutely not easy. Just picture being a young black female starting from nowhere in a male dominated environment. I dealt with being overlooked, labeled as mean (because I’m open to speak my opinion) and being degraded because I wouldn’t allow to be pushed over. One lesson I did learn is even those who cheer for you, don’t always want to see you grow. Divine Jewel Entertainment is about belief! If you believe in yourself, you dreams will follow through.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would plan events such as painting with a twist, sky diving, elegant restaurants and movies. Will also plan a night out to a lounge and catch vibes with music and good energy

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
First and foremost, I want to Shoutout – YOU! For giving me this opportunity to be apart of your platform.

Next, I want to give Shoutout to my mom (for raising me to be who I am today) Dad (Budd), & Brother.
My friends/Artists Qing Kaos & Only Fiq. They held it down with me and been nothing but my biggest backbones in the good and bad moments. Qing kaos is an amazing artist and actress. She deserves credit for everything she has accomplished within the timespan we knew each other. (Check her out on IG @qing_kaos and on all streaming platforms). Only Fiq also is an amazing artist and actor. He deserves credit for going after his dreams and making things happen. From day one to now, he grown a lot as a individual to an artist. (Check him out on IG @only.fiq and on all streaming platforms)
Lastly, my relatives (my mom side). They believed in me and been supportive since day one. My pop pop for believing in me. And closest friend Manny. We been friends since 2017 and been the best brother I could ask for. He deserves recognition for all of his success. From real estate, podcaster, and being an amazing father. (Check him out on YouTube (The Two Possibilities Podcast)

Website: https://linktr.ee/DivineJewelEnt

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divinejewelent/

Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/DivineJewelPresents

Image Credits
Danela B. Doriynn M. Phillip H. Tim P. La’Quanda B. Maya G. (Qing Kaos)

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