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

Hi Tomeka, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
My thoughts when I started Just Think Ahead Insurance was to change the way the business of insurance was being implemented and distributed to the black community; while creating generational wealth for the black community collectively.

What should our readers know about your business?
I’m most proud of listening to GOD and my spiritual. Had I not listened to the most important aspect of life I’m certain my success would have suffered. Mentorship is everything to business success. Most people have never seen anyone run an actual business operations and if you want to minimize your negative outcomes in business a mentor in your industry is pivotal.

Trust GOD and your intuition as that will lead you through the days.

What I’d like the world to know of me is that until you meet me is meeting g me in person or hearing my voice on the phone can sometimes change your entire thought process.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would take my BFF to A Taste of Atlanta first different ones, Stone Mountain Park, The Civil Rights Museum, and The World of Coca-Cola

Then maybe to different parks and definitely the Beltline.

Attend the Concerned Black Clergy Monday Meetings in person

Take her on a tour of CountyLine/Ellenwood Community a 150+ black community.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
There are so many humans I could thank but I want to thank GOD and how I was raised to stay on my spiritual journey no matter what I face. My mom and dad for guiding me along my way. My children for holding me accountable. My family and friends whom stayed honest and loyal to my process and most of all my soul mate Martiane who gives me the peace and strength to enjoy my days.

My mentors
Dr. Alice White-Bussey
Warren Buffet
Herbert Humphries
J.W. Richardson
R.S. Thomas
Lorraine Tully
Dr. Sylvia Shipman

Website: JTAx2M.com

Instagram: @JTAx2M

Linkedin: @justthinkahead

Twitter: @theinsuranceme

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