BLACK BUSINESS EDMONTON MEET, GREET, CONNECT & INFO SESSION (5th Edition)

📅 Date: 30th Nov, 2024
📍 Location: Four Points by Sheraton Gateway, 10010 12 Ave SW, Edmonton
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

EVENT TIMELINE

1:00 PM – 1:20 PM: Arrival + Registration

  • Welcome attendees at the registration desk.
  • Distribute name tags and event materials.

1:20 PM – 1:30 PM: BBE’s 2024 Recap

  • Presenter: Ibukun Orefuja (IBK)
  • Highlights of Black Business Edmonton’s achievements and milestones in 2024, including the Trade Fair, Job Portal, BBE Mobile App, Voices & Ventures, and other initiatives.

1:30 PM – 1:45 PM: Entrepreneur Spotlights

  • Banke Lawal: Stage Director, playwright and art project director. Writer and director of stage play-Ewapo.
  • Ms Fola – From Longrich Canada

 

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM: Keynote Presentation by Africa Centre Entrepreneur Programs

  • Overview of resources and opportunities available for entrepreneurs through Africa Centre.

2:00 PM – 2:15 PM: Guest Speaker: MLA Rhiannon Hoyle

  • Topic: “Vision for Economic Development, Job Creation, and Workforce Inclusivity.”
  • Insights into government strategies and how businesses can align with them.

2:15 PM – 2:20 PM: Quick Groove Break with Ivan

  • A short, high-energy session led by Ivan to uplift the vibe in the room.

 

2:20 PM – 2:30 PM: Open Mic

  • Open mic session for businesses from the audience (2 minutes each).

 

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Networking and Lunch (Crowd Party Networking game)

  • A relaxed session for attendees to connect with one another while enjoying a light lunch.
  • Crowd Party Networking Trivia Game

 

3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Edmonton Job Portal Demo

  • Presenter: Jack Johnson
  • Walkthrough of our Edmonton Job Portal, highlighting its features and benefits for employers and job seekers.

 

3:15 PM – 3:45 PM: Presentation by BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada)

  • Topic: “Scaling Small Businesses for Long-Term Success.”
  • Practical tips, financial strategies, and available support services for entrepreneurs.

3:45 PM – 4:00 PM: Event Closing & Networking

  • Closing remarks from IBK.
  • Final networking opportunity for attendees to share takeaways and solidify connections.

 

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