In this episode of Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real Podcast, we sit down with two powerhouse guests: Octavia “Tav” Treadway, founder of You’re Carrying Something Great, and Tommy McNeal, serial entrepreneur and retired Comcast executive. Together, they bring years of experience in corporate leadership, strategic consulting, nonprofit work, and community-centered business development.
Tav breaks down what it means to stabilize, scale, and sustain your business using mindset shifts, operational excellence, and purpose-driven leadership. She shares insights from her Strength & Strategy Lab and reminds us that everyone is carrying something great—they just need the tools to unlock it.
Tommy discusses the transition from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship and how his ventures—including Flame Mobile Kitchen and McNeal Management, Inc.—are creating economic opportunities and workforce pipelines, especially for those impacted by the justice system.
Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a community leader looking to spark lasting impact, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and real-talk inspiration.
Guests:
- Octavia “Tav” Treadway – somethinggreathq.com
- Tommy McNeal – McNeal Management, Inc. | Flame Mobile Kitchen
