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It wasn't on the agenda, but when the Duck Boots tell you to do something. You do it. 

I feel like a genius right now! Holy sh**!

It's Duck Boot SZN. Anything goes. 
@fctrylab 

Team
@robrileyreally 
@martindunlap75

As well as a lending hand from @capcutapp". 

William (Classic) Thomas on Instagram: "I'm an INFLUENCER now. 

It wasn't on the agenda, but when the Duck Boots tell you to do something. You do it. 

I feel like a genius right now! Holy sh**!

It's Duck Boot SZN. Anything goes. 
@fctrylab 

Team
@robrileyreally 
@martindunlap75

As well as a lending hand from @capcutapp"

7,620 likes, 50 comments - fctrylab on November 11, 2024: "It is time…if you’re ready! Black and Yellow Duck Boot restock coming to @complexcon this weekend!". 

FCTRY LAb on Instagram: "It is time…if you’re ready! Black and Yellow Duck Boot restock coming to @complexcon this weekend!"

138 likes, 9 comments - fctrylab on May 2, 2025: "The STOMPER 

concept by @elevatedbynovelle". 

FCTRY LAb on Instagram: "The STOMPER 

concept by @elevatedbynovelle"

Chief Creative Savant at TTA. Dreaming is my occupation. · William (Classic) Jobs
Professor. Mentor. Connoisseur of Cool.
Chief Creative Savant, Novelle &amp; Associates
Co-Founder, The Thought Authority · Build With Lori (link in profile)
Founder, The Inquisitive Outsider (relaunching soon)

William (Classic) Jobs doesn’t just think outside the box; he questions why the box existed in the first place. As the Chief Creative Savant at Novelle &amp; Associates and co-founder of The Thought Authority, he’s building a cinematic school of thought where disruptors learn to turn ideas into infrastructure.

He’s not your typical professor; more like the one who shows up in sneakers, quotes Baldwin, and drops frameworks that hit harder than most business books. Through Build With Lori and The Inquisitive Outsider, he teaches the art of ownership, the science of storytelling, and how to convert creativity into capital.

His specialty? Art to Equity.
His philosophy? Everyone’s sitting on something valuable. Most just haven’t been asked the right questions yet.

Classic mentors like a friend, strategizes like a futurist, and moves like a creative venture capitalist who knows the next big thing is probably sitting in someone’s notes app. · Experience: Novelle &amp; Associates: TTA · Education: Simon Gratz High School · Location: United States · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View William Thomas’ profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members.

William Thomas - Chief Creative Savant at TTA. Dreaming is my occupation. | LinkedIn

I know it's been quiet on my end, I've been fully immersed in bringing a new idea, The Thought Authority, to life, but when AptDeco crossed my desk, I knew I had to pause and shine a light. Some innovations are just too compelling to overlook.

At TTA, we recognize and celebrate trailblazers who don't just navigate their industries but redefine them. AptDeco stands as a paragon of this ethos, seamlessly merging innovation with sustainability to revolutionize the furniture resale market.

Their trajectory is nothing short of remarkable:
Financial Milestones: Achieving over $90 million in furniture gross merchandise volume (GMV) and generating $33 million in revenue, reflecting a 50% year-over-year growth.

Expansive Partnerships: Collaborating with over 200 retail stores, including industry giants like West Elm, Pottery Barn, and Article, showcasing their influential market presence.

Sustainability Leadership: Diverting more than 33 million pounds of furniture from landfills, underscoring their commitment to environmental stewardship.

Technological Innovation: Introducing Resale OS, a pioneering platform that streamlines resale logistics and offers white-label solutions, positioning AptDeco at the forefront of tech-driven sustainability.

Observing AptDeco's ascent is not just inspiring, it's a testament to the power of visionary leadership and relentless execution. They don't just participate in the market; they command it. Here's to AptDeco's continued elevation and the indelible mark they're leaving on the industry, and congrats on your successful Wefunder raise!

Also, be sure to give their team a follow!
Reham Fagiri Kalam Dennis Cassandra Vazquez

Celebrating AptDeco&#39;s $90M GMV and sustainability leadership | Lori Holt posted on the topic | LinkedIn

Let’s have a real conversation about capital, community, and cultural power.

As a Black woman Founder, I see too many brilliant entrepreneurs sitting on million-dollar ideas, not because their vision lacks merit, but because traditional funding paths weren't built for us. Year after year, less than 1% of venture capital reaches Black women. 

The message is clear: we need our own paths.

But here's the good news: visionary founders of color don't have to wait for Silicon Valley's permission. Platforms like Wefunder are redefining the capital landscape with Community Rounds, empowering everyday investors (family, friends, and peers) to own a stake in startups they believe in.

We've seen previous success:
CurlMix, which launched from a kitchen table, scaled into a multi-million dollar natural haircare brand, proving community investment can build category leaders.
Kimberly Lewis Tim Lewis

And right now, powerful examples are unfolding:
AptDeco, already trusted by thousands, is revolutionizing the furniture resale marketplace with sustainability and community impact at its core. 
(Closing Soon!)
Reham Fagiri Kalam Dennis

pocstock is building the Getty Images of inclusive stock photography, changing representation in media at scale.
Steve Jones DeSean Brown

SPILL is creating a culturally-rooted social platform designed explicitly for Black communities, actively shaping digital culture.
Alphonzo Terrell Kenya T. Parham

Thank you, Wefunder, and the wonderful Jonny Price among countless others, for making these community-powered victories possible, and giving us the chance to talk about it. Platforms like this prove that when traditional channels say "no," our communities can still say "YES", boldly and with conviction. 

Learn more about them in the video below.

But here's what truly unlocks this potential: Success isn't just about telling compelling stories; it’s about strategic execution. You need operational clarity and a roadmap investors trust.

That's what we do at Novelle & Associates: TTA. We help visionary founders transform their brilliance into investor-ready businesses, crafting strategies that move capital by showcasing undeniable clarity, traction, and execution.

Black women founders, your vision is powerful, and your community is ready to support you. Let’s unlock your Community Round together.

DM me or visit our LinkedIn page. Your next breakthrough is closer than you think, and check out the raises mentioned in the comments. | 21 comments on LinkedIn

Black women founders, your community is your capital. | Lori Holt posted on the topic | LinkedIn

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