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As Tammy Charles, BIA's Chief Revenue Officer, explains in this clip, to achieve a just future, one needs a bold vision and ambition. BIA is dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap. Part of our bold vision is the Decade of Black Innovation (DOBI). DOBI is a set of initiatives to attract, maintain, support, measure, and increase the volume of successful Black Innovator Support Organizations (BISOs) and Innovators. BIA aims to support over one million Black innovators and 500 BISOs by 2030. To learn more about our work, visit https://lnkd.in/gjnwJMD #BlackInnovationAlliance #RacialEquity #SocialJustice #EconomicJustice #DecadeofBlackInnovation

Would you like to see Black Excellence celebrated - rather than all the negative news about our communities from the major media? Get the scoop on how the insightful and dynamic Katrina "Kash" Nangle is working to showcase Black excellence and expand wealth. Visit: https://lnkd.in/e8QTuWSU #blackbusiness #blackentrepreneur #blackentrepreneurs #blackexcellence #blackwomeninbusiness #blackwomenentrepreneurs

🚨COME PACK THE COURTROOM FOR CARLOS WATSON🚨 Stand With Us: Become a Justice Watcher for Carlos Watson's Landmark Case. The Justice Watchers Initiative is to observe and to raise awareness of unjust trials, to encourage community presence, and to hold prosecutors and the court system to the highest standards of justice and fairness. In the face of political turmoil, empower yourself by rising up with your community. Become an upstander and collaborate with us to safeguard future Black entrepreneurs from experiencing the legal challenges Carlos Watson and OZY Media is facing. The future of Black media, Black entrepreneurship, and Black excellence hinges on our collective action and support. Stand With Us. 

The fourth annual Engagement in the Black Community: A Virtual NAADAC Summit will take place on February 8-9, 2024! This virtual summit will feature prominent industry professionals discussing critical issues in the Black community relevant to treatment and recovery. Open to all professionals, this summit seeks to foster diversity, openness, and inclusion within the recovery community, and highlight some of the unique needs and traits of this identified group. https://bit.ly/3STznyE

I'm deeply thankful for the opportunity to stand with members of the Brooklyn community and Carlos Watson's legal team today, showing our support for Black entrepreneurs everywhere in light of his case. Professor Sullivan is an icon in innocence work and believing this to be a landmark case, Professor Sullivan has recently taken on this significant case involving Carlos Watson. Professor Sullivan and our team contend that Watson was unjustly smeared and charged, highlighting a broader pattern where Black entrepreneurs face increased scrutiny and misrepresentation, a phenomenon we refer to as "Entrepreneuring while Black." "Entrepreneuring while Black" refers to the unique challenges and systemic barriers that Black entrepreneurs face, including increased scrutiny, misrepresentation, and often unfounded legal challenges, simply due to their race. This case, unfolding in Brooklyn, encapsulates this issue. Carlos Watson, originally from Miami, founded an innovative media company, OZY Media. As OZY began outpacing its competitors, Watson faced unprecedented opposition. With Carlos' case, we've assembled an all-star team, including Professor Sullivan and Shannon Frison, Esq., USMC. Shannon Frison, Esq., USMC was a Massachusetts Superior Court judge who stepped down from judge duty to take on this case. We're looking to involve justice watchers in witnessing a pivotal trial, offering an opportunity to participate in history firsthand. Like poll watchers safeguard our elections, we envision "justice watchers" to bear witness to this trial, fostering awareness and involvement. Join us today at 2 pm at today’s hearing in the Eastern District of New York Courthouse in Brooklyn (225 Cadman Plaza E, Brooklyn, NY 11201). If you cannot attend today’s hearing as a justice watcher, please note that additional hearing dates for justice watching are available from May 20-23, 2024, and the trial, scheduled from May 29 - June 28, 2024. To confirm your participation as a Justice Watcher for Carlos Watson's trial, please complete the following brief form: https://lnkd.in/eM-m-rwF Please repost and share this with your network if you support our initiative.

Get ready to be inspired! 🌟 The Black Business Catalyst Project is finally here, and we're kicking off with the first episode airing on YouTube tomorrow Friday, Feb 2nd. 🎬 Join us as we celebrate Black History Month 2024 and the incredible resilience of the Black business community. Follow for updates and get ready to be part of something amazing! #BBCP2024 #geekspeakcommerce #BlackBusinessCatalyst #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #ecommercejourneys #ecommercetips

Happy Black History Month! In the February issue, we commemorate the current and future CBCC Innovation Hub launches, share the latest industry insights, and celebrate Black history with several events scheduled throughout the month. That and more when you sign up with us today! Link in bio. #CBCC #BusinesNews #BusinessResources #BlackBusiness #Newsletter

Happy Black History Month! In the February issue, we commemorate the current and future CBCC Innovation Hub launches, share the latest industry insights, and celebrate Black history with several events scheduled throughout the month. That and more when you sign up with us today! Link in bio. #CBCC #BusinesNews #BusinessResources #BlackBusiness #Newsletter

For a very long time I’ve known that Black Excellence is a scam! There is no amount of excellence that will shield you from the racism, prejudice or biases that exist in this world. We have seen this countless of times in the media from Serena Williams being compared to Maria Sharapova, to Beyoncé not even ‘coming close’ to Taylor Swift or the embarrassing reality that our Black actors are underpaid and treated with no regard. It’s 2024 and there has already been absolutely mayhem (off the back of the 2023 unacceptable scandals of P Diddy and Jonathan Majors). We have seen the ‘anti-woke’ brigade forcefully vilify Black leaders because many times they have to prove their competence. Sadly, if a Black person is hired into a senior position it is seen as a ‘DEI’ hire and not based on meritocracy even though we know you have to be exceptional to even be considered. All I’m saying is stop aspiring for excellence. ⭐️Aspire to always have integrity ⭐️Aspire for sincerity ⭐️Aspire to keep your word ⭐️Aspire to try your best with accountability and honesty at the centre Last year @bypnetwork went above and beyond from hosting over 70 up-skilling events, Hosting summits in New York, Chicago, Atlanta and Texas, growing chapters in 25+ cities, launching a new technology platform ‘Javelin’, collaborating with over 100 companies and impacting over 48,000 Black professionals. Despite the constant negative news, there is good out there. There are people and companies trying to change the Black narrative. However, the fight is huge and everyone must play their part! How? Be professional, hold yourself to a high regard, do the points above and most importantly protect your mental health. No workplace, no business, no person is worth your peace. If you’re the type of person willing to sell your soul for success at the cost of morality - then it doesn’t get any lower than that. Happy New Year everyone - let’s make it count! In collaboration with topmate.io I’ll be hosting office hours so if you got a project, business or need advice for anything then feel free to book some free time with me: https://lnkd.in/e4dxGp5r

Why Support , Acknowledge , and Celebrate Black Businesses? See below ⬇️ 1. Economic Empowerment: Supporting Black businesses fosters economic growth within communities, creating jobs and wealth. 2. Diversity and Innovation: Black entrepreneurs bring unique perspectives and innovative ideas, enriching the marketplace with diverse products and services. 3. Community Development: Black-owned businesses often reinvest in their communities, supporting local programs, education, and infrastructure. 4. Cultural Celebration: Celebrating Black businesses honors the rich cultural heritage and contributions of the Black community. 5. Equity and Inclusion: Supporting Black businesses promotes equity, helps reduce the racial wealth gap, and fosters a more inclusive economy. Benefits of Supporting Black Businesses - Strengthens local economies - Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation - Builds stronger, more resilient communities - Promotes a more equitable and inclusive society.