It's time for our 2nd Annual Divine 9 Series, "How Sororities and Fraternities Support Mental Health Awareness". Vernon Stokes Jr, Eta Epsilon Chapter member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., joins us to share the advantages and disadvantages of becoming an entrepreneur after college. While he has been able to enjoy the freedom of nurturing his blue-collar business of roofing, he has also cherished the life experience he gained as a college student who had the opportunity to join a fraternity he could be proud of. Vernon completed his Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing at the University of North Texas. While attending UNT, he pledged his fraternity and his professional career led him to gain a wealth of knowledge in the fields of Supply Chain, Logistics, and Corporate Sales. Though he gained much experience and success in corporate America, he always had a desire to try his hand at entrepreneurship full time. Several years ago, the opportunity knocked and after networking with a business acquaintance and doing a lot of research and planning, it has led to him now finding himself the successful owner of VCA Roofing & Construction. Vernon serves the people and businesses of the Dallas/ Forth Worth area with integrity backed by quality workmanship. He especially enjoys helping older clients navigate through the claims process with insurance companies. In addition to growing his business, Vernon enjoys volunteering at his church, with youth organizations, reading and investing in real estate. To learn more about Vernon, connect with him on IG @sosostoked or LinkedIn.