Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo

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ICYMI: We co-hosted the 3rd Annual Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo this fall with Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of British Columbia. It was a great day of learning, showcasing and amplifying the Black entrepreneurs in our region and building connections with the business community. Our sincere thanks to all of our sponsors: Prospera Credit Union, Futurpreneur, Foundation for Black Communities, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Webnames.ca, Studio Room, Global BC and the Surrey Now Leader. Check out the photos: https://ow.ly/A5a950Us3BF

The third annual Metro Vancouver Business Expo was a smashing success, Adebola Ige, the president of the Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of BC, said. The Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of BC, in partnership with the Surrey Board of Trade, hosted the event at Surrey City Hall on Saturday (Oct. 26). The expo's vision is to create “awareness and exposure to the many Black-owned businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in Metro Vancouver " through a showcase of products and services, networking, information sharing, financial education on loans and grants, access to sponsorship, and more. Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of British Columbia Adebola Ige Surrey Board of Trade Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo

Today is the day! Join us at the 2024 Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo for a remarkable day of inspiration, networking, and opportunity. Connect with visionary entrepreneurs, learn from industry leaders, and discover what’s next for your business. Let’s celebrate and elevate Black Entrepreneurship together! ?#BlackBusinessExpo?#Entrepreneurship?#Community?#Innovation Brenda Locke, Linda Annis, Mamadi Camara, Paschal Okwundu, MBA, Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA, Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA, Adebola Ige, Jasroop Gosal, Surrey Board of Trade, Heather Booth, Juliana Ige, Lola IYIOLA, DBA, MBA, MIB, PMP?, PMI-ACP?, CPHR Candidate, Sunday Adebakin, Tomi Odunsi, CPA, CGA, ACCA, Afesobi Adewuyi, Prospera Credit Union, Futurpreneur, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Webnames.ca

Grateful to have spoken at the?Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo !? Thanks for having me share?Binta Financial's?journey with the community. It was an honor to share our mission to empower newcomers build strong financial futures and to connect with fellow entrepreneurs working hard to create value for the system.? A huge shoutout to?Adebola Ige,?Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA,?Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA, and the entire?Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of British Columbia?team - you did an incredible job pulling off this event!? I’m so honored to have been invited. Special thanks as well to the?Surrey Board of Trade?and all the partners for their support.? To everyone who showed up—thank you! Together, we’re building a brighter future for Black entrepreneurship in Canada. It was great chatting with you: Waleola Akinsanmi, Tom Olakitan ACCA, MBA, Ifeanyi Macdonald Ifekwem, Nerissa Allen, Maureen O., MBA, CSPO, Femi Ogunji, CISSP, CISM, Henry Flowers, CPA,?Mamadi Camara, Heather Booth, and others. #BlackBusinessExpo #CommunitySupport #BintaFinancial #TogetherWeRise

WE HAVE COME TO SAY THANK YOU FOR AN INCREDIBLE EXHIBITION! We want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt thanks to the amazing individuals and organizations who made Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo 2024 an incredible success. ?? Thank you to our partner Surrey Board of Trade for the great effort, dedication and support in making this a great success. ?? Volunteers: To our dedicated and hardworking volunteers, your commitment and enthusiasm were the driving force behind the event's seamless execution. Your tireless efforts did not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for your selfless contributions. ?? Exhibitors: To the exhibitors who showcased their innovative products and services, you brought diversity, creativity, and a wealth of expertise to our exhibition Your passion at what you do was truly inspiring. ?? Attendees: To the 400+ attendees who graced us with your presence, your interest and engagement made the event come alive. Your questions, feedback, and interactions added immeasurable value. ?? Special Guests: Your presence added glamour to the event and your support and involvement made the exhibition special and memorable. ?? Speakers: Your insights provided knowledge and inspiration, your speeches resonated with the audience and added value to the event. Brenda Locke Paschal Okwundu, MBA Dal Hothi Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA Adebola Ige Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA Jasroop Gosal Helen Glavinic Mamadi Camara ?? Sponsors: Last but not least, we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to our generous sponsors - Prospera Credit Union, Foundation for Black Communities Futurpreneur Kwantlen Polytechnic University Webnames.ca Global News, Surrey Now-Leader and Studio Room. Your unwavering support made it possible for us to create a memorable and impactful event. Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo 2024 is a demonstration of innovation, community, and collaboration. Together, we demonstrated that when people and organizations come together, incredible things happen. Thank you all for your part in this success. Let's look forward to more opportunities to connect, learn, and grow together, let’s do this together again in 2025. Big announcement coming soon. Henry Flowers, CPA Anita Odunuga Kenny Olabanji CPHR, SHRM-SCP, ACIPM, PHRi Kayo Toyin Ajayi Pulchérie Mboussi Kemi Bankole, MBA, PMP?, CDMA, AICMC , MBA Rory M Morgan Jacky Essombe Garrison Duke, MBA Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa Austin C. Obiajunwa Waleola Akinsanmi Sabilink Consulting LTD 3Hnovation HeadHeartHand Foundation Ade A. Bukola Aguddah Anna Burns

WE HAVE COME TO SAY THANK YOU FOR AN INCREDIBLE EXHIBITION! We want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt thanks to the amazing individuals and organizations who made Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo 2024 an incredible success. ?? Thank you to our partner Surrey Board of Trade for the great effort, dedication and support in making this a great success. ?? Volunteers: To our dedicated and hardworking volunteers, your commitment and enthusiasm were the driving force behind the event's seamless execution. Your tireless efforts did not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for your selfless contributions. ?? Exhibitors: To the exhibitors who showcased their innovative products and services, you brought diversity, creativity, and a wealth of expertise to our exhibition Your passion at what you do was truly inspiring. ?? Attendees: To the 400+ attendees who graced us with your presence, your interest and engagement made the event come alive. Your questions, feedback, and interactions added immeasurable value. ?? Special Guests: Your presence added glamour to the event and your support and involvement made the exhibition special and memorable. ?? Speakers: Your insights provided knowledge and inspiration, your speeches resonated with the audience and added value to the event. Brenda Locke Paschal Okwundu, MBA Dal Hothi Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA Adebola Ige Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA Jasroop Gosal Helen Glavinic Mamadi Camara ?? Sponsors: Last but not least, we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to our generous sponsors - Prospera Credit Union, Foundation for Black Communities Futurpreneur Kwantlen Polytechnic University Webnames.ca Global News, Surrey Now-Leader and Studio Room. Your unwavering support made it possible for us to create a memorable and impactful event. Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo 2024 is a demonstration of innovation, community, and collaboration. Together, we demonstrated that when people and organizations come together, incredible things happen. Thank you all for your part in this success. Let's look forward to more opportunities to connect, learn, and grow together, let’s do this together again in 2025. Big announcement coming soon. Brenda Locke Linda Annis Jasroop Gosal Heather Booth Rhona Doria Lola IYIOLA, DBA, MBA, MIB, PMP?, PMI-ACP?, CPHR Candidate Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA Adebola Ige Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA Grace Diyaolu (ACA) Sunday Adebakin Femi Ogunji, CISSP, CISM Damali Adomi Afesobi Leo- Olagbaye Tobi Owobowale Timi Owobowale Gboyega Aboderin Nazreen Mohammed Trish Masenda Mandewo Adetokunbo Temitayo Ige Juliana Ige Niki Jelstad Iwalola Badewa Ebenezer Badewa

Grateful to have spoken at the?Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo !? Thanks for having me share?Binta Financial's?journey with the community. It was an honor to share our mission to empower newcomers build strong financial futures and to connect with fellow entrepreneurs working hard to create value for the system.? A huge shoutout to?Adebola Ige,?Bukkie Adewuyi MBA, CPA-CGA,?Adeola Awopetu MBA, FCA, and the entire?Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of British Columbia?team - you did an incredible job pulling off this event!? I’m so honored to have been invited. Special thanks as well to the?Surrey Board of Trade?and all the partners for their support.? To everyone who showed up—thank you! Together, we’re building a brighter future for Black entrepreneurship in Canada. It was great chatting with you: Waleola Akinsanmi, Tom Olakitan ACCA, MBA, Ifeanyi Macdonald Ifekwem, Nerissa Allen, Maureen O., MBA, CSPO, Femi Ogunji, CISSP, CISM, Henry Flowers, CPA,?Mamadi Camara, Heather Booth, and others. #BlackBusinessExpo #CommunitySupport #BintaFinancial #TogetherWeRise

?? Exciting News! ?? Femi Ogunji Consulting is thrilled to be exhibiting at the 2024 Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo! ?? Stop by our booth to discover how we’re helping businesses streamline operations with ERP solutions and enhancing security through cybersecurity awareness training and consulting. If you’re at the expo, come say hello ??—we’d love to chat about how we can support your business’s growth and resilience in today’s fast-paced digital world. ???? Register here: https://lnkd.in/g88h_xDM #ERP #Cybersecurity #Expo #FemiOgunjiConsulting #ITConsulting #BusinessGrowth