July 1, 2026 – Austin, TX – Backyard Ventures has added Grown & Growing, hosted by Keion and Shaunie Henderson, to its roster of represented podcasts, with Backyard Ventures serving as the exclusive advertising representative for the show. The partnership will include advertising opportunities across Grown & Growing’s podcast, YouTube channel, and social platforms.
Grown & Growing features candid conversations on relationships, personal growth, faith, and culture. Shaunie is best known for executive producing and starring in VH1’s Basketball Wives, while Keion is a recognized author, televangelist, and CEO of The Lighthouse Church & Ministries. Married in 2022, the couple holds no punches as they share relationship insights, real life advice, parenting tips, and honest reflections on their journey together as a couple. This authentic chemistry and perspective has resonated with listeners seeking meaningful conversation and practical guidance for navigating modern relationships and personal development.
Together, Keion and Shaunie have cultivated a powerful digital presence, reaching more than 3.5 million followers across Instagram.
“Grown & Growing is exactly the kind of show we love to represent. Keion and Shaunie have built something authentic, and their audience feels it. We’re looking forward to connecting the right brands with that community,” said Matt Cisneros, Founder of Backyard Ventures.
“At this stage of our journey, we weren’t looking for someone to simply sell ads, we were looking for a strategic partner who understood the value of the community we serve. Backyard Ventures shares our commitment to creating authentic relationships between brands and audiences, without compromising trust. As Grown & Growing continues to expand, this partnership allows us to grow intentionally while staying true to the conversations that have made this platform meaningful. We’re excited about what’s ahead,” said Keion and Shaunie Henderson.
About Backyard Ventures
Backyard Ventures is a boutique, premium partnerships company based in Austin, TX, representing over 200+ influential content creators across podcasts, YouTube, and Newsletters. The company focuses on strategic brand partnerships and long term revenue growth for modern content creators. www.wearebv.com
