The Prism Effect
PRISM EFFECT
Business · Mindset · Wellness
SCALE without limits.

The Prism Effect is a holistic ecosystem empowering Black, Brown, Indigenous, and minority women to build thriving businesses while living full, balanced lives.

Five diverse minority women entrepreneurs united
47%
of all net new U.S. businesses are started by women of color
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The Prism Effect community celebrating
Women entrepreneurs laughing together
2021
Founded
Our Vision

Closing the revenue gap for minority women in business.

Minority women entrepreneurs have long been undervalued, underfunded, and underserved. The Prism Effect was born from the belief that they needed to see more examples of their impact and receive real support to remove the barriers their counterparts never face.

We provide media, community, and curated experiences for minority women entrepreneurs nationally, offering a holistic perspective on wellness for sustainable business growth.

"May the work I've done speak for me."
The Founding Mantra
Business
Mindset
Wellness
Our Community in Action

Together, we create change.

The Prism Effect community is proof that when minority women entrepreneurs come together, the results are undeniable. From virtual summits to intimate networking gatherings, we are building something that has never existed before.

400+
Attendees at our Virtual Summit
2
Networking events hosted
600+
Total attendees across all events hosted
10K+
Women reached across our online channels
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What We Stand For

Three pillars.One powerful life.

We don't just build better businesses. We build better businesswomen in every dimension that matters. Because when you thrive in all three areas, everything changes.

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Business

Build revenue systems that scale without sacrificing your time, energy, or vision.

  • Revenue strategy and business systems
  • Marketing, branding and sales funnels
  • Pricing, packaging and profitability
  • Access to capital and funding resources
  • Networking and expert connections
Experienced Black businesswoman
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Mindset

Rewire limiting beliefs and build unshakeable confidence to lead boldly.

  • Decision-making and mental clarity
  • Resilience in the face of challenges
  • Self-confidence and worthiness work
  • Focus, productivity and goal-setting
  • Leadership identity and presence
Women celebrating together
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Wellness

Protect your energy so you can show up fully in business and in life.

  • Mental and emotional well-being
  • Work-life integration and boundaries
  • Burnout prevention and recovery
  • Physical health and sustainable habits
  • Purpose, fulfillment and joy
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The Reality We're Changing

The numbers demand action.

Minority women entrepreneurs are the fastest-growing segment in America, yet they face systemic barriers that limit how far they can go. We exist to change that.

47%
of net new U.S. businesses started by women of color
AMEX State of Women-Owned Business Report
12x
more likely to be denied a business loan than white male peers
Federal Reserve Small Business Credit Survey
$24B
potential GDP impact from closing the revenue gap
McKinsey & Company, 2023
1 in 3
cite lack of community as their #1 barrier to growth
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Programs & Education

Tools to growyour business and life.

Diverse women entrepreneurs
Flagship · Launching April 2026

Ignite Cohort

An immersive cohort for women entrepreneurs ready to build real revenue systems, sharpen their marketing, and create lasting momentum on their own terms.

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Prism Effect community event
Live Events

Curated Events

Live, in-person gatherings designed to elevate, connect, and inspire minority women entrepreneurs nationally.

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On-Demand · Resources

Knowledge Base

Courses, trainings, templates, and tools built specifically for minority women navigating real entrepreneurship challenges.

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Founding Vision
The Prism Effect

"When you refract light through a prism, you don't lose anything. You reveal everything that was already there. That is what we do for minority women entrepreneurs."

Myown Holmes, Founder & CEO
 
Meet the Founder

Myown

Holmes

Founder & CEO · The Prism Effect

Myown Holmes is a digital marketing speaker, trainer, and strategist specializing in Branding, B2B/B2C Social Selling, and Social Media Strategy. A highly-regarded expert to corporate and non-profit entities, she has keynoted for the International Association of Women and spoken at conferences for Black Writers, Black Nurses, and Black Therapists, among many others.

In 2021, feeling led to create something bigger, Myown founded The Prism Effect, born from the belief that minority women entrepreneurs needed more: a better mindset, access to wellness, and real business resources.

Myown Holmes
Book Myown to Speak or Train
Launching April 2026

Her Business,Her Voice

Real, unfiltered conversations with minority women entrepreneurs navigating business growth, mental wellness, and personal freedom. No fluff. No filters. Just truth, strategy, and inspiration you can act on.

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The Prism Effect Business · Mindset · Wellness

Empowering minority women entrepreneurs to close the revenue gap and build thriving businesses without sacrificing their health, family, or joy.

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