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WURD Radio 2025 Level Up Finalists

todayApril 7, 2025

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Meet the 2025 Level Up Finalists

Congratulations to WURD’s 2025 Level Up Winner, Polish Me Unbothered!

Polish Me Unbothered

Owner: Nicole G. Rayfield

Nicole G. Rayfield is an educator, innovator and entrepreneur with a PhD in Organizational Leadership and a scholarly background in the lived experience of Black women in predominately non-Black spaces. A higher education professional with 25 years of experience, Dr. Rayfield is a prolific author and student advocate.

Polish Me Unbothered sell nail polish that celebrates the lived experience of Black women in the workplace. The collection names and colors are drawn from cultural references that speak to both the trials and the triumph of Black womanhood.

Done & Done

Owner: Ajee Cook

Ajee Cook moved to Pennsylvania to earn her Bachelor’s in Sociology from Lincoln University. Cook then worked in various roles in the nonprofit human services industry, where she noticed the struggle that businesses faced with daily administrative tasks this led Cook to pursue a Masters in Business Administration with a Management Concentration from Thomas Jefferson University.

Done & Done is an operational support firm for entrepreneurs and business leaders with big dreams but limited budgets. The goal is to help businesses reach their full potential by assisting with their administrative and operational tasks. So far, Done & Done has successfully supported dozens of entrepreneurs, enabling them to maximize their business potential.

Divinti Skin Care

Owner: Marquita Robinson Garcia

Marquita Robinson Garcia is a cosmetic chemist turned entrepreneur personalizing skincare. Known as Philly’s ‘Mad Scientist Gone Good,’ Garcia brings her experience from the lab where she developed products with multinationals like Chanel®, NARS® and bareMinerals®. In 2017,
she channeled her expertise and founded DVINITI Skin Care, Philadelphia’s first natural brand offering custom-blended skincare.

DVINITI SKIN CARE provides 100% plant-based skin care to heal, moisturize and nourish skin.

Sisters Original Supreme Pies

Owner: Lauren Nefertari Holley

Founded by Lauren (Nefertari) Holley, Sisters Original Supreme Pies is a premium dessert brand known for its handcrafted, uniquely flavored pies made with high-quality ingredients and a touch of homemade love. The business is rooted in tradition, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. With signature flavors like 24 Karrot, Queen Bean, Classic Bean, and Butternut Squash, Sisters Original Supreme Pies offers a distinctive twist on classic desserts, setting itself apart in the market.

Operating out of Brown’s ShopRite Superstore in Philadelphia as part of the Brown’s Business Incubator Program, the brand has expanded its reach, supplying pies to three restaurants and one café. In addition to whole pies, Sisters Original Supreme Pies is launching its innovative “ Grandma’s Batter” line—convenient, ready-to-bake frozen batter for customers who want fresh, homemade pies with ease.

Driven by a mission to give back, Holley is dedicated to mentorship, job creation, and community empowerment. With multiple prestigious grants and awards, including recognition from the Urban League, Goldman Sachs, and Intuit, the brand continues to grow while maintaining its core values: quality, originality, and a dessert experience “so good, you ain’t gonna wanna share.”

Indian Princess Hair

Owner: Asya Richardson

Founded by Asya Richardson, Indian Princess Hair is a premium beauty brand offering ethically sourced, chemical-free, 100% human hair extensions. The company’s extensions are crafted from premium donor hair sourced from the temples of India, ensuring authenticity and natural elegance. Richardson has a strong background in corporate healthcare and aims to empower women to embrace their natural beauty and boost their confidence through high-quality, sustainable hair solutions.

Alongside Indian Princess Hair’s signature products, the company hosts educational workshops such as “Your Crown and Glory,” which guide women on managing hair loss and choosing healthy alternatives. Based in Philadelphia and proudly certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Indian Princess Hair is committed to ethical practices and community upliftment while driving innovation in the beauty industry.

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