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In this episode of Shutter & Algorithms, I’m joined by Nicole Murphy, founder and CEO of Barter Black. We talk about what it takes to build a sustainable digital economy rooted in trust, transparency, and collaboration.

Nicole breaks down the real challenges facing today’s entrepreneurs and creators, including limited access to resources, marketplace inequity, and the pressure to do everything alone. She also explains why bartering can be a powerful tool for growth, especially for Black-owned businesses that often face unique barriers.

We discuss:

• How Barter Black started and why it matters

• The creator economy and the problems hidden beneath the surface

• Trust as a form of currency in modern business

• Why community-driven value exchange works

• How creators can grow without sacrificing integrity

• What the future of collaboration may look like

About Nicole Murphy

Nicole is the founder and CEO of Barter Black, a service exchange platform built to help Black entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and grow without the financial gatekeeping that often stands in the way.

Connect with Barter Black:

Website: https://www.barterblack.io

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