We had the good fortune of connecting with Tomeka Roberts, M.D and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Tomeka, how do you think about risk?
All entrepreneurs are risk takers to extent. To open a small business, knowing that the odds are against you. It’s a risk. I think of myself as a moderate risk taker. I think, long and hard about the options that I have and make a decision but the decision still may be risky. I open my own private practice in 2003 which I have never taken out a loan for that large of an amount in my life. I wasivery nervous, but the risk was worth it, and I had a successful private practice. But my entrepreneur spirit lead me to open another small business , Meme, LLC, which sales all natural, feminine hygiene products.

What should our readers know about your business?
As an OB/GYN, I had so many patients request for a natural and safe product they can use that wouldn’t throw off their pH balance. Since there were no products on the market to address this need I created one. In addition to my medical degree I also have a material science, and engineering degree. I worked with a chemist to perfect my formula. The results were a gentle foam spray, making it easy to wash off and easy to dispense. My product has been around for 10 years and it’s the first of his kind. Although I have run a successful medical practice, retail is a different beast. Medical school does not educate you on how to run a business. I am learning through trial and error the retail business. Social media has been a challenge since I did not grow up with it. But I am learning quickly with the help of others.

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?
I am from Birmingham, Alabama. People don’t know this, but it is a great foodie city. We have the best food in my opinion in the southeast. So many mom and pop places to eat and shop.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My husband, siblings, and children are extremely supportive and have been very patient with me since I spend a lot of time working on my company. I also have a group of friends that surround me and give me all the encouragement that I need.

Website: Www.Tomekarobertsmd.com

Instagram: @tomekarobertsmd

Facebook: @tomekarobertsmd

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Dr. Tomeka Roberts

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