Episode No. 2
From D1 Athlete to Entertainment Powerhouse: Jazmine Gonzalez on Fearless Leadership & Legacy
How do you turn a college side hustle into two thriving businesses that bring joy to thousands?
In this inspiring episode, Jazmine Gonzalez, founder of Hype Productions and Loft 21 Events, joins Laurette Rondenet to share her fearless journey from D1 athlete to award-winning entrepreneur and mentor.
From stepping in as one of the first female MCs in the industry to building one of Chicagoland’s most innovative event venues, Jazmine proves that leadership built on heart, hustle, and hope can turn every obstacle into opportunity.
🎙 In this episode, you’ll discover:
🦋 How Jazmine turned a “fluke” college job into a lifelong career in entertainment
🦋 The moment she shattered barriers as one of the first female MCs in the field
🦋 How Hype Productions and Loft 21 grew into two powerhouse brands
🦋 Lessons in resilience and reinvention through the COVID-19 shutdown
🦋 The role sports play in shaping confidence, teamwork, and leadership
🦋 Why she’s creating the Christian Athletes Alliance to mentor the next generation
🦋 How to balance motherhood, entrepreneurship, and mentorship with grace
🦋 The mindset shifts that help women “juggle it all” and lead fearlessly
This is a story about more than business—it’s about faith, family, and fierce determination. Whether you’re building a brand, leading a team, or raising the next generation of changemakers, Jazmine’s journey reminds us that success is measured not just in wins, but in how you lift others along the way.
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