?? Final Countdown to Black Business Ventures Association Black Innovation Expo 2025! ??
As we put the final touches on our third annual Black History Month tradition at BBVA, I want to take a moment to thank our incredible team, sponsors, partners, and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to make this year’s event a success!
A huge shoutout to Ayo Aiyeleye, MSc, PMP? Moustafa Osman, Faith Oluwatomi Oyende, and Favour Oyende for their dedication over the past few weeks—your hard work is the backbone of this event. ????
Special thanks to our sponsors and partners for their unwavering support:
? Brenda Beckedorf & Brigitte Legault – Calgary Innovation Coalition
? Bilal Rasool & Erinne Clarke – Platform Calgary
? Raissa Espiritu – Cenovus EDI Accelerator Innovate Calgary
? Daniella Jasper-Okumagba – THE BRDGE
? Derrick A. & Gloria Oppong – Cleanster
? Our partners at Venture Capital Association of Alberta (VCAA) and Alberta Female Founders, Funders and Fortifiers (ABF4) for their invaluable support
Thank you to Raissa Espiritu and Nadia Lachman for organizing the Investor Speed Dating session and George Damian at the Venture Capital Association of Alberta (VCAA) Network for making the Investor-Founder Speed Dating a reality! Your efforts are helping create critical connections for Black entrepreneurs.
Of course, to our amazing volunteers and hosts— Dennis Agbegha, BSc, MSc.,?Whitney Owolabi, MBA, and?Karlus Andrews—along with all of our special guests, panellists, participating investors, and founders, thank you for making this an impactful gathering!
? There are still a few spots left! If you’re an entrepreneur looking to network or showcase your business, sign up now:
?? Founder Peer Session (Afternoon): Register here https://lu.ma/u38u2phk
?? Founder Showcase (Evening): Register here https://lu.ma/sdizf2sp
We can’t wait to see everyone this Thursday at Platform Calgary! Let’s celebrate Black entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration. See you soon! ??
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