ScholarChip$

Join Tone and Larry as they engage in a meaningful conversation with Jorjio Hopkins, delving into his upbringing, experiences in the United States Marine Corps, and the valuable lessons he's gathered throughout his journey. Tune in for a compelling episode!

Jorjio Hopkins is a Wisconsin native who served for 8 years in United States Marine Corps and departed active duty as a Captain back in 2018. Jorjio currently works for a private real estate firm where he helps grow a $5+ billion commercial real estate portfolio. Jorjio has a Master's in Real Estate and exercises his passion for the space by both actively and passively investing in the industry. Jorjio is a 2022 recipient of the 2022 Milwaukee Business Journal's Veteran in Business award: https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2022/11/11/veterans-in-business-jorjio-hopkins-mlg-capital.html 

Tap in with Jorjio: Jorjio Hopkins - Senior Associate - MLG Capital - LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com › jorjioh

Welcome to the ScholarChip$ podcast hosted by Larry Alexander and Tone Gaines. Larry is a transactional attorney at a Fortune 100 Company. Tone is a Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions attorney at a large law firm in Chicago. But more importantly, both Larry and Tone are Black Men from the inner city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The duo started ScholarChip$ to (1) create a platform to have candid conversations with scholars and (2) normalize academics as a viable way to achieve upward mobility in Black and Brown communities.

Discussions in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this podcast constitutes financial, legal, tax or any other professional advice. Always consult a professional regarding your individual circumstance. NOR DOES IT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL GUEST. ALWAYS DO YOUR DILIGENCE. 

What is ScholarChip$?

Authentic Conversations with Scholars.

About the Pod:

Welcome to the ScholarChip$ Podcast, a platform for authentic conversations with scholars. Hosted by Larry Whitley and Tone Gaines—two accomplished attorneys with roots deep on the north side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin—our mission is twofold: (i) to provide a space for engaging dialogues with scholars from diverse fields and (ii) to champion the pursuit of academics as a key pathway to upward mobility within Black and Brown communities. As Black men who have navigated the journey from Milwaukee's inner city to professional heights in the legal arena, Larry and Tone bring unique perspectives and unwavering commitment to empowering listeners through knowledge, inspiration, and community engagement. Tap in with us at ScholarChip$ as we break barriers and build bridges, one conversation at a time.

Discussions in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Always consult a lawyer for your individual circumstances.

email us at scholarchipspodcast@gmail.com!