This episode features an interview with Afiya Francisco, Style Expert for on-air and print media and the Founder of The Style House.Afiya has built an impressive career in fashion and lifestyle in the past decade— she appears as a regular contributor on Canada’s leading TV networks and collaborates with publications and brands on style content. In this convo with The Brand is Female, Afiya talks about her professional milestones and she also shares her guidance on addressing the complex question of racism with our children, our friends and family, and the best way of stepping up for Black entrepreneurs and Black-owned brands in our communities. For more content by Afiya, we highly recommend checking out her Kitchen Talk series on race, over at The Style House.To support Black-owned brands, check out this list of Afiya’s current faves:Love and NudesOkoko CosmeticsBrother VelliesOmi WoodsPetits GenouxGoodeeSaint LyonBôhten EyeglassesPretty DenimSade BaronThis season of The Brand is Female is brought to you by TD Bank - Women Entrepreneurs. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Find out how you can benefit from their support!