ENTREPRENEUR Development

"I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with my mentor J Haleem. Working with Mr. J has been nothing short of transformative. When I first started this journey, I had so many doubts and uncertainties about my business. But Mr. J was there every step of the way providing me with invaluable advice, wisdom and encouragement. With Mr. J’s leadership you will not only grow as a professional but also as a person. You will gain confidence, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose. I’m truly grateful for Mr. J’s mentorship and the impact he has had on me and my time with him. To anyone out there looking for professional guidance, inspiration and support on their journey, I wholeheartedly recommend J Haleem."

George Whitehead
Columbia, SC

“Working with Jay as a coach has been remarkable. In a very short amount of time, he has changed the way that I think about business and scaling it. He clearly has lived out many of the things he advises and has found great success; it’s clear he wants his clients to find the same thing. 

 Jay is encouraging, strategic, a big picture thinker and able to meet you where you are with coaching. One thing I’d say is very cool about Jay is that his coaching is applicable to so many different avenues of business. I have found him to be genuine, supportive of community, giving back and genuinely wanting to help move you forward. If anyone is seeking a business coach in any arena, I truly feel like he could help you, resource you and guide you to higher levels. I highly recommend his services and I’m so glad I got connected with him.

The Genuine Ranch Dressing Company

Charleton, SC

As a coach, J is fantastic. Occasionally, I feel like I haven't completed what I needed to before our meetings, but I despise having to make up excuses. J hears you out and says, "Don't feel bad; I've been there before." Hearing that someone as accomplished as him has been in comparable difficulties and has been able to overcome them is like a weight being lifted off my shoulders. He has a wealth of information and commercial acumen. He gets my vision for my brand and where I'm coming from. I've never had a coach who could actually READ ME! J does this without hesitation but with consideration for your best interests. I appreciate him as a coach because he helps me in getting proper control over my business operations and more. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart; there are many obstacles to overcome, and it helps to have a coach on your side who gets you and can guide you as you develop your concept.

Owner of Manzi Lux

Charleton, SC

Jamar is phenomenal! I love his energy, specifically his kindness and compassion. So helpful and grateful to have him as my business coach!

Owner of Natively Fluent

Los Angels, CA

  "Jamar has been great thus far...full of wisdom and great feedback for honing my business strategies and fine-tuning details in preparing for my pitch event. Thank you Jamar!!"

Owner of Denise Kimani Designs

Riverside, CA

 "J went above and beyond what was expected. He listened and was patient with me. He also stayed on and gave me more time as needed on each call...carefully answering my questions and concerns. His advice is spot on and very much helped me streamline my pitch. Thank you so much!"

Jamaica West Foods Inc dba HMP - Owner

Los Angeles, CA 

During a 12-week entrepreneurial training program that I was facilitating, I had the pleasure of having Mr. Jamar Washington as a guest speaker. The program participants and I thoroughly enjoyed having him. He was very relatable and passionate about what he shared with us. He shared his story and experience as an entrepreneur. Many of the participants left feeling very encouraged and also wanted to connect with Mr. Washington so that he could coach them on their journey to entrepreneurship. For anyone looking to have someone share their journey, the raw, uncut version that so many people are unaware of, I’d definitely suggest having Jamar. He’s very gifted and great at what he does!

Charmaine M. Lewis

Centura College

Columbia, SC

"Very helpful and informative coaching session. I have a clearer direction for my business. Thank you!"

Founder of  Learned Potential LLC 

Philadelphia, PA

"Jamar is amazing! He has a way to see ideas and opportunities that were not considered. Great coach!"

Girls Fix It, Owner

Philadelphia, PA

“I hosted J Haleem Washington of I Won’t Starve, LLC in July 2020. He facilitated a 90-minute Entrepreneur Development Workshop for aspiring and new entrepreneurs in Camden/Columbia, South Carolina. The free workshop was truly engaging for the attendees, and J led the discussion with inspiring ideas alongside very down-to-earth steps for these entrepreneurs to take, in order to bring their business ideas into reality or to the next level.”

Katharine Spadacenta

Main Street America Program Manager

City of Camden