Black Men In Business Event by BBPA: Empowering Entrepreneurs

Black Men In Business Event by BBPA: Empowering Entrepreneurs

Are you ready to take your business skills to the next level? The Black Men In Business Event hosted by the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) is just around the corner. Registered participants will join established businessmen and professionals from across Canada to learn about the tools, support, and resources needed to excel in entrepreneurship.

Event Details

• Date/Time: July 8th (Friday) at 5:30 pm / July 9th (Saturday) at 8:00 am
• Location: Hilton Garden Inn & Convention Centre, 500 Beck Crescent, Ajax, ON L1Z 1C9

If you’ve registered, be sure to check your inbox for more information. Stay tuned here for announcements and updates!

Event Schedule

July 8 – Friday

5:30 PM: Attendees Meet ‘n’ Greet

Kick off the event by meeting fellow participants. This is a great opportunity to start building connections.

5:55 PM: Welcome – Nadine Spencer, CEO BBPA

Nadine Spencer, CEO of BBPA, will welcome all attendees and set the stage for the event.

6:00 PM: Event Overview & Introduction of Keynote Speaker – Ross Cadasse, President BBPA

Ross Cadasse, President of BBPA, will provide an overview of the event and introduce the keynote speaker.

6:05 PM: Plenary: Keynote Speaker Trent Out Loud

Hear from Trent Out Loud, an inspiring keynote speaker, as he shares his journey and insights.

6:30 PM: Dinner & Networking Event

Enjoy dinner and network with other attendees, featuring Ray Williams, Professor at York University and President of Music Marketing Inc., and Roderick Brereton, BBPA Membership Director.

8:45 PM: Friday Night Wrap-up/ Prep for Tomorrow / Vote of Thanks – Ross Cadasse

End the evening with a wrap-up and a vote of thanks from Ross Cadasse.

July 9 – Saturday

8:00 AM: Breakfast

Start the day with a hearty breakfast.

9:00 AM: Workshop 1: Business Model Canvas/Creating Your Business Plan

• Presenter: Ed Delsol, CEO of SkillsLadder

Learn how to develop a solid business plan with Ed Delsol.

10:30 AM: Workshop 2: Core Business Financials | Financial Literacy Program (In Person & Zoom)

• Presenter: Andrew Smith, CPA, CA, AWS Consulting

Understand the essentials of business financials with Andrew Smith.

12:05 PM: Lunch

Take a break and enjoy lunch.

1:00 PM: Workshop 3: Digital Literacy

• Presenter: Charles Buchanan, CEO of Technology Helps

Topics covered:

• Collaboration tools
• Mobile security

2:30 PM: Workshop 4: Marketing, Sales, and Networking / Practice Your Pitch

• Presenter: Jonah Chininga, CEO of MIQ Financial

Gain insights into effective marketing and sales strategies with Jonah Chininga.

3:45 PM: Break

Take a short break to recharge.

4:00 PM: Workshop 5: Legal Basics for Entrepreneurs

• Presenter: Dalkeith Palmer, B.A., LL.B., LL.M, Managing Partner

Learn about the legal aspects of running a business with Dalkeith Palmer.

5:30 PM: Fireside Chat: Black Men in Business

• Host: Ross Cadasse
• Speakers:
  • Ray Williams
  • Trent Out Loud
  • Jonah Chininga
  • Ed Delsol
  • Michael Burgess, Nerpys Inc.
  • Charles Buchanan

Engage in an insightful discussion with successful black businessmen.

7:30 PM: Dinner & Round Table: Final Thoughts

• Host: Roderick Brereton

Enjoy dinner while participating in a round table discussion on the event’s highlights.

10:00 PM: Depart Location

The event concludes as attendees depart.

This event is a must-attend for aspiring and established black entrepreneurs looking to network, gain new insights, and grow their businesses. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

For more information and updates, stay tuned to BlackWallStreet.ca