Sherrell Dorsey on Selling Her Startup, Climate Tech, and Building Black Wealth

In this episode of Rich Lessons, we sit down with award-winning data journalist, entrepreneur, and founder Sherrell Dorsey. From launching The Plug, the first Black data-driven tech news platform, to its acquisition by Impact Alpha, Sherrell shares how she built, scaled, and sold a company that changed the narrative for Black tech founders.
We explore her journey into climate tech, sustainability, and building Black generational wealth. Sherrell opens up about the realities of acquisition, why fast fashion is hurting the planet, and how entrepreneurs can tap into billion-dollar climate opportunities.
🔥 Topics Covered:
• Selling your startup as a Black founder
• The future of work & climate innovation
• Investing in sustainability & tech
• The fast fashion crisis & ethical consumption
• Building legacy through purpose-driven entrepreneurship