08:27
Interview
You do not have to get burned in order to know that fire is hot. You have people around you that have so much wisdom—lean in on it.
About April
- Growing up in Baltimore, Maryland, I learned early on that community and resilience would shape my path.
- I pursued law at George Washington University, later studying real estate development at Georgetown.
- As a white-collar crime prosecutor, I honed my skills in research, risk mitigation, and business strategy.
- While practicing law, I embraced my entrepreneurial spirit, balancing legal work with building my first business.
- A local bakery’s struggle drew me in, leading me to co-own and transform DC Sweet Potato Cake into a national brand.
- Expanding my company, I partnered with Black farmers in Louisiana, ensuring our business created a real impact.