I shot a video with my friend–Anna Davalos from Alejo Media at the end of the last year. I was reminded of the fact that we are in fact our toughest critics. Initially, when I saw the video, my thought was “I didn’t do well” but that was because my bar (of perfection) in my delivery wasn’t achieved. Speaking with Anna, I realized that while I can execute a little better, it still was what I was looking for.
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“Whether it was designing necklaces to sell on the playground or starting a family newspaper as a kid, I’ve always been a person who wanted to find creative solutions to problems. Today, the platforms have changed but the mission hasn’t. As the owner of Blue 16 Media & Blogger-in-chief at CBnation.co, we celebrate and provide resources to support CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners. We are a digital marketing agency specializing in WordPress Web Design and SEO. Our philosophy is centered around helping you create a marketing strategy to reach your target market, generate revenue and give you peace of mind. Let us help your organization come of age.” – Gresh
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https://iamgresh.com👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
📚 Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
