INTERVIEWS
I’ve worked for myself for over 20 years. I’ve built, operated, and sustained multiple businesses across finance, digital services, community platforms, and mental health advocacy.
What I do now is help first-time and values-driven business owners understand how their business actually works, so they’re not just “doing things,” but making informed decisions with confidence.
This work is about reducing pressure, replacing chaos with structure, and building businesses that support real people, not burn them out. I don’t teach theory. I teach from lived experience, helping people build businesses and careers that actually hold up in real life.
HOLA
I’m Brandie Carlos and I’ve been building and running businesses for over two decades.
I don’t teach theory. I teach from experience.
About
Therapy for Latinx was founded in 2018 after losing one of my best friends to mental health challenges. It's the first national Latinx mental health directory. Through this work we have been able to connect the Latinx community to therapists, mental health resources, and community. It's the project I am most proud of.
Formation Digital Agency was founded in 2011 since then we have focused on alchemizing online spaces to places that empower and support BIPOC Businesses & Organizations. We believe in reclaiming the internet via websites, social media, and taking up space in places that traditionally have not been for us. We work with disrupters.
Con Confianza Tax Services was founded in 2019. We were tired of corporate companies targeting low income and BIPOC communities without giving back in any way and over charging for services. We believe in fair pricing, transparency, and integrity. We take pride in being an alternative option to big box tax corporations.
the companies
I first learned about Human Design and Natal Astrology in 2014 while going through a difficult time in my life. Both tools collapsed time. It allowed me to grow and transform in the fastest and most meaningful way possible. Now I do chart readings and incorporate aspects of these tools into my all my businesses and relationships.
Duality Dating connects women with deep healing, meaningful relationships, and confidence in an sophisticated way. We center women's pleasure, desires, and satisfaction.
Camerashy Photobooths offers sophisticated photobooth services for parties, weddings, and special events. We are located in Southern California and offer print on demand services that elevate your party in a way that will have guests talking about it for weeks and create memories you can look back on for a lifetime.
the companies
Therapy for Latinx was founded in 2018 after losing one of my best friends to mental health challenges. It's the first national Latinx mental health directory. Through this work we have been able to connect the Latinx community to therapists, mental health resources, and community. It's the project I am most proud of.
Formation Digital Agency was founded in 2011 since then we have focused on alchemizing online spaces to places that empower and support BIPOC Businesses & Organizations. We believe in reclaiming the internet via websites, social media, and taking up space in places that traditionally have not been for us. We work with disrupters.
Con Confianza Tax Services was founded in 2019. We were tired of corporate companies targeting low income and BIPOC communities without giving back in any way and over charging for services. We believe in fair pricing, transparency, and integrity. We take pride in being an alternative option to big box tax corporations.
I first learned about Human Design and Natal Astrology in 2014 while going through a difficult time in my life. Both tools collapsed time. It allowed me to grow and transform in the fastest and most meaningful way possible. Now I do chart readings and incorporate aspects of these tools into my all my businesses and relationships.
Camerashy Photobooths offers sophisticated photobooth services for parties, weddings, and special events. We are located in Southern California and offer print on demand services that elevate your party in a way that will have guests talking about it for weeks and create memories you can look back on for a lifetime.
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CK
Highlights:
Website Design
Website page speed optimization & maintenance
Online Business Coaching
Brandie brings so much clinical and business expertise to the table. Not only is she genuinely invested in seeing you flourish and grow, but she is consistent with continuing to be of support and provides transparency. She is in depth and has never not been able to answer a question I might have about my website, accessibility or business ideas. What I particularly love about Brandie is how accessible she is. Being on different marketing platforms, I’ve never been able to access a live person. I also can’t get feedback or discuss possible ideas with improving my profile, additional business ideas/services, etc. Brandie provides clarity, guidance and more. Brandie has been able to reassure me when self doubt kicks in. She continues to guide me with ideas on how to market myself and how to cultivate a website that best represents me. She provides immeasurable knowledge and kindness with her services, something that is of great value to me. I highly recommend Brandie for any and all marketing business ideas and services. She’s definitely one of a kind!
Corazon y Aire
Overview:
BA
CK
Highlights:
Latin Burlesque Branding
Web Design and Digital Course Creation
Online Business Coaching
Brandie, you’ve been a great support. I’d like to acknowledge some of the things that you’ve done and continue to do for me. You helped me shape my business and brand in ways I can never thank you enough for. You are my marketing genius, and I trust and value your opinion, advice and suggestions. You’re a great listener, and always available to help me work through issues or concerns.
Latin Burlesque
Overview:
My go-to Resources
Tools for Building Thoughtfully
Over the years, I’ve collected tools, frameworks, and resources that help people think more clearly and move forward without overwhelm. These are the same kinds of resources I share with clients and collaborators now available to you.
You don’t need to do everything at once.
You just need a place to begin.
Because success, whether in business or community, isn’t about figuring it all out alone.
