Black Business Association

?? Awards Luncheon Entertainment Spotlight ?? Get ready to vibe, celebrate, and groove at the Salute to Black Women Awards Luncheon with music by none other than DJ Jiji Sweet! An award-winning DJ, radio mixer, and producer, DJ Jiji Sweet is known for setting the perfect tone wherever she spins—from major concerts to red carpets and radio waves. She’ll be bringing the energy, the soul, and the soundtrack to celebrate Black excellence in style. Come ready to move, be inspired, and enjoy an afternoon filled with recognition, rhythm, and powerful community vibes. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Luncheon 12PM) ??? Awards Luncheon tickets available | Includes full event access ?? Register now: BBALA.ORG Let the celebration begin—DJ Jiji Sweet is in the building! ?????? #SaluteToBlackWomen #DJJijiSweet #AwardsLuncheon #BlackExcellence #WomenInMusic #BBA55 #BolsterBlackLA

?? Awards Luncheon Spotlight ?? We are honored to welcome Michelle Fisher, Co-anchor of ABC7 "Eyewitness News" Weekend Evenings and General Assignment Reporter, as the Mistress of Ceremony for the Salute to Black Women Awards Luncheon! With her poise, professionalism, and passion for storytelling, Michelle will guide us through a powerful afternoon celebrating the achievements of extraordinary Black women leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Join us for this unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, recognition, and community pride. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8AM - 4PM (Red Carpet 11AM | Luncheon 12PM) ??? Awards Luncheon tickets available | Includes full event access ?? Register now: BBALA.ORG Let’s celebrate Black excellence—together! #SaluteToBlackWomen #MichelleFisher #ABC7 #ABC7EyewitnessNews #AwardsLuncheon #BlackWomenLead #BBA55 #BolsterBlackLA

?? Red Carpet & Vendor Faire Spotlight ?? We’re bringing the ENERGY to the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards with our Red Carpet & Vendor Faire Emcee — Danny Morrison! A dynamic multimedia personality, host of the "Danny Morrison Show", and KJLH producer, Danny is known for his powerful voice, community advocacy, and engaging presence. He’ll be working the red carpet, conducting interviews, and hyping up the Vendor Faire with live interactions that shine a spotlight on the incredible Black-owned businesses in attendance. ??? From exclusive interviews to real-time shoutouts, Danny will keep the vibe high and the crowd connected. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Vendor Faire open throughout the day) ??? Morning Session & Vendor Faire are FREE with registration Awards Luncheon tickets available for full event access ?? Register now: BBALA.ORG Come ready to shop, connect, and be seen — the red carpet is calling! @DannyMoShow @SuiteLifeSoCal #SaluteToBlackWomen #DannyMorrison #KJLH #VendorFaire #SupportBlackBusiness #RedCarpetEnergy #BBA55 #BolsterBlackLA

? Speaker Spotlight ? Get ready to kick off the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards with a powerful dose of motivation and truth from our Morning Session Speaker, Ronda Jackson! Her talk, "Be Bold, Be Brilliant, Stay the Course, will set the tone for a day of inspiration, empowerment, and leadership. A dynamic speaker, facilitator, BBA Board Member, and author of "Stay the Course: Surviving the Nine Hellish Holes of Entrepreneurship," Ronda brings real talk and real strategies for pushing through the toughest moments in business and life. ?? Whether you’re building a brand, leading a team, or just trying to keep going—this session is your reminder to BE FEARLESS, stand tall, and keep moving forward. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Morning session begins at 9 AM) ??? Morning Session is FREE with registration Awards Luncheon tickets available ?? Register now: BBALA.ORG Don’t miss this energizing start to an unforgettable day! #SaluteToBlackWomen #MorningMotivation #RondaJackson #StayTheCourse #WomenInLeadership #BBA55 #BlackWomenLead #BolsterBlackLA

?? Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders! ?? Join us at the Role Models for Success Youth Forum, presented by Forgiving For Living and hosted by Wendy Gladney, President, during the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards! This inspiring session is designed to uplift and empower young women, providing mentorship, guidance, and real-world insights from successful professionals. ?? Featured Panelists: ? Claire Padmore-Clarke, MBA – OCM Transformation Sr. Analyst, PepsiCo ? Dr. Lauren Walton – Psychiatrist, Kaiser Permanente & Vice President, Forgiving For Living Board of Directors ? Brianna Stephens – Forgiving For Living Ambassador Mentee & San Bernardino Valley College, School of Nursing ? Rhonda Carter – Optician, Philanthropist & Community Activist ?? This engaging forum will provide invaluable lessons on resilience, leadership, career success, and personal growth, inspiring young women to reach their full potential. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Forum begins at 9 AM) ??? Youth Forum is FREE with registration Awards Luncheon tickets available for full event access ?? Register now: BBALA.ORG Encourage the young women in your life to attend this life-changing event and gain wisdom from powerful role models! #SaluteToBlackWomen #YouthEmpowerment #RoleModelsForSuccess #ForgivingForLiving #MentorshipMatters #WomenInLeadership

Fanbase | Next-Gen Social Media Fostering a More Inclusive and Equitable Social Media Environment Join us Thursday, March 20th @ 11am PT on the next Community Briefing Zoom gathering. https://lnkd.in/eY-ShHzP Guest Speaker: ISAAC HAYES III, Founder Fanbase

?? Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Monica Caffey ?? We are excited to feature DR. MONICA CAFFEY, CEO of MRM Consulting Solutions and Academic Program Director & Professor at National University, as a featured speaker at the BBA's Women's Leadership Symposium during the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards—facilitated by @100BlackWomenLA ! ??? Dr. Caffey is a renowned leader in professional development, education, and organizational leadership, dedicated to helping Black women navigate career growth, workplace challenges, and leadership opportunities with confidence and clarity. ?? Her Presentation: "Leadership as a Professional" ?? Dr. Caffey will share insightful strategies for career advancement, workplace leadership, and personal empowerment to help Black women step into leadership roles and create lasting impact in their fields. ?? Symposium Topics Include: ? Standards & Expectations: Leadership Development ? Managing Workplace Microaggressions ? Making the Pivot: From Professional to Entrepreneur ? Strategic Approach to Growth & Equity ? Side Hustles or Pioneering Your Vision ? Mentorship & Collaboration ?? Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, leading in academia, or transitioning to entrepreneurship, this symposium will provide practical strategies to help you thrive in your professional journey. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Symposium begins at 9 AM) ??? Symposium is FREE with Registration Awards Luncheon Tickets Available for Full Event Access ?? Register Now: BBALA.ORG Join us for this powerful conversation with Dr. Monica Caffey and learn how to elevate your leadership potential in the professional world! ??? #SaluteToBlackWomen #LeadershipSymposium #WomenInLeadership #DrMonicaCaffey #BlackWomenLead #MRMConsulting #NationalUniversity

?? Speaker Spotlight: Trella Randolph-Cole ?? We are honored to feature TRELLA RANDOLPH-COLE, CEO of Path Forward Consulting and Managing Director of the African-American Board Leadership Institute, as a featured speaker at the BBA's Women's Leadership Symposium during the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards—facilitated by @100BlackWomenLA ! ??? Trella is a visionary leader dedicated to developing strong leadership pipelines, fostering board diversity, and empowering Black women to step into their full potential in business and beyond. Her expertise in leadership development and strategic growth has made a lasting impact across industries. ?? Her Presentation: "Leadership in Business" ?? Trella will provide insightful strategies and practical tools to help Black women elevate their leadership, overcome barriers, and thrive in corporate spaces and entrepreneurship. ?? Symposium Topics Include: ? Standards & Expectations: Leadership Development ? Managing Workplace Microaggressions ? Making the Pivot: From Professional to Entrepreneur ? Strategic Approach to Growth & Equity ? Side Hustles or Pioneering Your Vision ? Mentorship & Collaboration ?? Get ready to level up your leadership game! Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or a seasoned business owner, this symposium will equip you with the tools to succeed. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ? Time: 8 AM - 4 PM (Symposium begins at 9 AM) ??? Symposium is FREE with Registration | Awards Luncheon Tickets Available for Full Event Access ?? Register Now: BBALA.ORG Don’t miss this powerful conversation with Trella Randolph-Cole as we move forward together! ??? #SaluteToBlackWomen #LeadershipSymposium #WomenInLeadership #TrellaRandolphCole #BlackWomenLead #PathForward #AABLI

?? Spotlight Alert! ?? We are thrilled to welcome KIM ANTHONY, CEO of Urban Enterprise, Inc. and Urban Excellence Coach Academy, as a special guest at the Women's Leadership Symposium during the Salute to Black Women Conference & Awards—facilitated by @100BlackWomenLA! ??? ?? EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY: Kim Anthony will present an incredible full-scholarship, accelerated enrollment into the Urban Excellence Coach Academy—an ICF-accredited program recognized as the gold standard in coach education and credentialing worldwide! ?? What’s Included? ?? A 75-hour business coach training cohort (20 PARTICIPANTS) ?? Mastery of the ICF’s 8 Core Competencies, Ethics, and Values ?? Certificate from an ICF-accredited education provider ?? Coaching practice setup support ?? Eligibility for the ICF Coach Credentialing Exam ?? The Game-Changer for BBA Members! This isn't just about gaining business insights; it’s about ensuring long-term success with accountability coaching to help our members follow through! A true innovation for chambers and trade associations! ? The Symposium is FREE with Registration! ??? Awards Luncheon Tickets are available and include full event access. ?? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ?? Location: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles ?? Secure Your Spot: BBALA.ORG This is a game-changing moment for women in business—don’t miss it! ???? #SaluteToBlackWomen #LeadershipSymposium #100BlackWomenLA #UrbanExcellence #BusinessCoaching #WomenInLeadership

LAST CALL for Vendors! The Black Business Association's Salute To Black Women Business Conference, Vendor Faire & Awards is coming! Saturday, March 29, 2025 Sheraton Gateway LAX Don't Miss out. Application closes at MAR 16! Register Today! BBALA.ORG