When people mention social media influencer Ari Fletcher, they miss the chance to highlight how she’s a multi-million dollar entrepreneur. But the young internet figure has found a way to make the social game a lucrative business to build her own wealth.
Contrary to popular belief, Ari Fletcher is more than the mother of rapper G Herbo’s son. She’s also one of a few Black influencers who helped change the social media space so its platforms can help its most popular users generate millions of dollars in revenue.
In case you’re not familiar already, get to know Ari Fletcher and her life as a businesswoman with a few fun facts below:
Her social media handles are a tribute to her late brother.
After her brother passed away in 2013, Fletcher changed all of her social media handles in honor of his name, Kyle Jamison. Including his name on all of her social media profiles is her way of keeping his name alive.
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She shares a son with rapper G Herbo.
Though it’s widely known that Fletcher both dated and had a son — with famed rapper G Herbo, the two have continued to successfully co-parent over the years. Most recently, they celebrated their son Yosohn’s third birthday with a huge 90s inspired party.
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She’s balanced being a mother and business owner.
As the breadwinner of her family, Fletcher has held down her duties as a mother while also maintaining her hair extensions company, though it seems to no longer be in business. She’s also working on a new business venture with her hair stylist, Dionte — also known as Arrogant Tae.
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She started her own YouTube channel in 2017.
Although her biggest following on social media comes from Instagram, Ari Fletcher also ventured off into the world of YouTube back in 2017 where she posted various vlogs for her 295,000 plus subscribers.
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She’s made millions from brand partnerships via social media.
As previously reported by AfroTech, Fletcher has used her social media presence on platforms like Instagram to earn millions of dollars through brand partnerships with fashion companies like Savage x Fenty, Fashion Nova, and more.
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She started her entrepreneurial journey by launching a hair company.
According to Ari Fletcher, her start as an entrepreneur dates back to 2016 when she launched her own hair company, KYCHE Extensions. She did so with no prior business experience but used the lessons she’s learned over the years to apply them to other ventures.
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Her foundation as a businesswoman comes from her upbringing.
In speaking with Ari Fletcher last year, she revealed to AfroTech that her upbringing played an integral role in shaping her as a businesswoman. “When I was younger, being able to be around people who had strong business practices showed me the value of my platforms,” she said.
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On average she makes $150,000 per month from Instagram alone.
According to Ari Fletcher, Instagram has made it possible for her to generate at least $150,000 a month posting for big name brands. Her reputation on social media as also attracted a few future television opportunities as well.
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She’s helped others around her level up their businesses too.
Not only had Fletcher made millions for herself, her large social media followings have given her the opportunity to elevate her friends’ businesses like makeup artist Olivia Song and Mariee’ of Moon Cosmetics.
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She wants to rewrite her story so people can focus on her business accomplishments.
Despite Fletcher’s business endeavors being overshadowed by her personal life, she’s still determined to write a new chapter in her story for the public that puts the focus back on her entrepreneurial moves.
“I want people to know that I’m just a regular girl from Chicago who just decided to go for it,” she says. “I have an opportunity to generate wealth for my kid and my family. I’m at the tip of my iceberg and I have so much more in store that will go far beyond Instagram or any social media platform.”
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