Empowered & Out with Guest Maya Garner

From Surviving to Seen: Being Black, Queer & Bold in Today’s Workplace with Maya Garner

What was it like being out at work in the 1990s—and how much has really changed? In this powerful and personal episode, Maya Garner—a seasoned sales trainer, fierce advocate, and financial literacy educator—joins host Jonathan Barbe to share her experience navigating corporate America as a Black lesbian professional.

Together, they explore:

🌈 The difference between being “out” then vs. now

✊🏾 The reality of racism and queerphobia in the workplace

🧠 Mental health challenges in the LGBTQ+ and Black communities

💼 Financial literacy and estate planning for LGBTQ+ families

💬 And why visibility without protection isn't enough

Maya shares from the heart—and doesn’t hold back. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating identity, equity, and legacy in their professional life.

🔗 Connect with Maya and learn more about her work in financial empowerment @ linkedin.com/in/mayagarner.

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