Black Wall Street Forward is proud to sponsor a collection of exciting pilot projects taking place in Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina this summer. These projects, hosted and curated by members of BWSF Raleigh and BWSF Durham’s Stewardship Councils, are designed to support and uplift Black entrepreneurs by pulling from the foundations set forth in their Strategic Visions during the initial pilots in 2022. From immersive entrepreneurship experiences to empowering seminars, these events and programs offer comprehensive, valuable resources and opportunities for Black entrepreneurs in the Triangle, NC region.
Entrepreneurship Escape Room: Journey, Explore, Simulate
Entrepreneurship Escape Room: Journey, Explore, SimulateFriday, June 21, 2024 | Durham, NC
Hosted by Wall Street Juniors, Entrepreneurship Escape Room represents an innovative approach aimed at immersing participants into the world of entrepreneurship through a captivating blend of interactive exhibits and themed escape rooms. The program offers a comprehensive and interactive learning experience that equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in the entrepreneurial landscape through a combination of escape room challenges, hands-on exploration, simulation exercises, and educational concept integration. Learn more and register to attend.
R.O.O.Ts
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | Durham, NC
Created in partnership between T’Farri Solutions, QMF Agency, and Echo at ReCity, R.O.O.Ts: Realizing Our Opportunities Together, is a Black Excellence Exhibition in the month of June and in recognition of Juneteenth to build, empower, and educate a community of entrepreneurs. With a mental health and holistic wellness theme, R.O.O.Ts will address the value in holistic wellness, highlight the power of rest, provide equitable entrepreneur access, and promote action steps to advance entrepreneurial initiatives. itable entrepreneur access, and promote action steps to advance entrepreneurial initiatives. Learn more and register to attend.
BLK BIZ SUMMIT
Friday, August 2, 2024 | Durham, NC
Inspired by Durham's rich legacy of Black entrepreneurship and innovation and curated by Give it to the People® , the BLK BIZ SUMMIT is a one-day extravaganza dedicated to empowering and uplifting Black entrepreneurs. Attendees will gather for an immersive experience designed to fortify the foundation of Black business owners through impactful sessions, inspiring speakers, dedicated mentors, dynamic exhibitors, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Learn more and register to attend.
100 Days to Abundance
100 Days to AbundanceJune 4 - September 13, 2024 | Raleigh, NC
Led by Bill Davis, retired owner of Team Nimbus of North Carolina, 100 Days to Abundance is a 12 session program designed to introduce proven principles, strategies, and tactics for small business success. Participants will join a network of small business owners in the successful pursuit of business growth.
Get Empowered Seminars
Date(s) to be announced | Raleigh, NC
Get Empowered Seminars is a dynamic, transformative seminar model dedicated to addressing the multifaceted challenges individuals face in both their personal and professional lives. Through engaging, interactive sessions, workshops, and expert-led discussions, attendees gain valuable insights, practical tools, and actionable strategies to navigate life effectively. "Get Empowered Seminars" fosters collaborative environments where Black entrepreneurs will be educated and invited into profitable relationships with established networks and connections, providing opportunities to grow and reach their potential as an entrepreneur.
As an action learning network of Black leaders committed to catalyzing economic liberation and wealth for Black communities, Black Wall Street Forward is reimagining and developing vibrant Black Wall Streets across the country. We are proud to partner with programs like the Entrepreneurship Escape Room, R.O.O.Ts, BLK BIZ SUMMIT, 100 Days to Abundance, and Get Empowered Seminars, to build a stronger, more connected community of Black business owners.
The Black Wall Street Forward initiative aims to reshape narratives, engage community leaders and entrepreneurs, and foster sustainable, equitably invested, Black-centric entrepreneurial communities.
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