Donald “L-Biz” Foreman is a Buffalo native artist, music-industry professional, and owner of iStayBizzy Music LLC. Drawing from his experience in artist development, A&R, production, and entrepreneurship, he supports emerging artists as they build their creative careers while strengthening the financial knowledge needed to make informed decisions, plan for the future, and sustain their work.

Operating from Buffalo’s East Side, L-Biz connects music, mentorship, and financial literacy to create practical pathways for artists and aspiring entrepreneurs. This work supports Economic Stability, a social determinant of health shaped by employment, income, financial resources, and the ability to meet essential needs. By sharing knowledge that helps creatives better understand their value, pursue opportunities, and plan their finances, iStayBizzy helps elevate joy through self-determination, creative purpose, and greater confidence in what is possible.

For this feature, Fokus’d Kreatives Apprentices researched L-Biz and iStayBizzy, developed interview questions centered on economic stability and creative entrepreneurship, coordinated pre-production logistics and communication, prepared the interview, and assisted with production on the day of filming.

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“[I feel that this was] an easy going interview with a passionate creative. L-biz emphasized balance between your craft/passion and your business.”

- Kadynce Patton