The Black Business Meeting 2022 at The Black Archives served as a vital platform for connecting diaspora entrepreneurs and experienced professionals. Participants engaged in valuable knowledge exchange and mentorship, fostering growth among emerging talent. This event celebrated community support and highlighted diverse entrepreneurial journeys, aligning with Black Achievement Month.
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The fourth edition of the Black Business Meeting, organized by NUC-TBA, brings together entrepreneurs and experienced professionals from the Surinamese, Caribbean, and African diaspora. The event focuses on sharing knowledge and experiences with emerging talent, highlighting the importance of support and learning from those who have paved the way.
On Friday, October 21, 2022, The Black Archives (TBA) in collaboration with NUC-TBA hosted the fourth Black Business Meeting. This event served as a platform for entrepreneurs and experienced professionals from the Surinamese, Caribbean, and African diaspora to share their knowledge and experiences with emerging talent. The meeting underscored the African proverb 'If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far go together,' emphasizing the essential role of support and learning from those who have navigated similar paths. Speakers such as Maru Asmelash and Eben Badu (The New Originals), chef Manuela Tavares, and marketer Nancy Poleon (BrandedU) shared their entrepreneurial journeys, including how they manage opportunities, obstacles, and societal issues. Previous editions featured notable guests like Jefferson Osei (Daily Paper), Marian Spier, and Lee Stuart (Patta). The event was part of Black Achievement Month 2022.
Admission is €10 for regular tickets, and €6 for students and seniors (65+). The event took place on Friday, October 21, 2022, from 19:00 (start 19:45) to 21:30 at The Black Archives, Zeeburgerdijk 21.
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