UMiami Black in Business

When Zoe Mutombo and I sat down and talked about the vision for UMiami Black in Business at the University of Miami Herbert Business School, I’m not sure that either of us thought it would have achieved the success that it did this semester. We intentionally selected a cohort of talented Black UM scholars, who shared through their thoughtfully written essays what being “Black in Business” meant to them and what they hoped for out of a program like this. Congratulations Farid Mawanda Kamara Okonkwo Sydney Weaver Yohanna Getahun Theodros Fekade Saige Thompson Hailey Alston Channon Love Jackson Ori Trinity Williams Sky Philpott Lauren Lewis, Nicholas Hand Kayla Humphrey ???????????? Last night, those students presented their final projects that examined a plethora of phenomenons that exist in the corporate world that impact Black professionals. Everything from texturism vs. imposter syndrome to code switching and the importance of showing up as your authentic self was discussed. Not only did our students present the problem, but as with everything we do, they analyzed these issues and came up with amazing solutions to address the problem, along with strategic plans for implementation. I am so incredibly proud of all of our Black in Business Scholars!! ????????Thank you to Dean Paul A. Pavlou, Associate Dean Roger Barascout, Dr. Linda Neider , Garth Birch, Karen D. Harris, Associate Dean Karoline Mortensen, Samantha “Sam” Palmer-Shields and Don Donelson for supporting us last night! Your presence was so appreciated. Also shout out to Sebastian!!! Go Canes!!! Thank you to Mackenzie Sands ?? for your professionalism!! We can’t wait to share your work!! Our students were all gifted with a professional headshot photo session! Book Mackenzie today! She is the best! ?????????? To my amazing E-Board, President Zoe Mutombo, and my VP’s Abolaji (BJ) Oke, Jaell-Ann Auguste and Malakiyah Fairclough ?????????????????????????????????????????? you all exemplified true student leadership throughout this semester and really showed what a high-performance team looks like!! Thank you!! ?? Thanks again to all of our phenomenal speakers!! Guess what!! We get to do again for Spring 2025!! If you missed out on the first round, it’s ok!! We will have more info about our Spring 2025 session in the coming weeks! To get involved or learn more about UMiami Black in Business: ?? [email protected] or [email protected] ?? Follow us on IG @Umiami_BIB

What a night!! UMiami Black in Business focused on the importance of networking and financial literacy. Who doesn’t want to be rich right???? The question is how do gain wealth responsibly. Our guests LaFonda Willis, Esq., Joshua Numa of the Miami Bayside Foundation and Dr. Egheosa Igbinoba all had amazing advice that will lead our cohort down a path of financial success. We discussed credit, investing and understanding that there is a wealth of resources available for business owners of color. Don’t be afraid to make connections, that is how we build community and that’s how we share opportunities. Every speaker we have had this semester has carried this theme through! There is power in networking! I am so incredibly proud of everything my team and I (Zoe Mutombo, Abolaji (BJ) Oke, Malakiyah Fairclough and Jaell-Ann Auguste) were able to accomplish this semester!! Next week we will celebrate all of the accomplishments of our cohort ???????? A special thanks to Dr. Edmund Abaka, Jordan D. Ellerbe, CFP? and Karen Donno for joining us!! It was a pleasure having you all. We are looking for individuals and businesses to partner with us to sponsor our meetings for the coming semesters and join us as speakers to provide mentorship! If you are interested in learning more about UMiami Black in Business please email us ??[email protected] or email me directly at [email protected] Follow us on IG ????@umiami_BIB #ManagementDepartment #BlackinBusiness #UniversityofMiami #Leadership #Mentorship

Update: This Thursday, UMiami Black in Business will be discussing key topics that are central to the empowerment of our community: ?? Financial Literacy ?? Wealth Building ?? Advancing Economic Development This meeting promises to be an enriching and impactful conversation with special guests: ?? LaFonda Willis, Esq. – Legal expert and advocate for economic equity ?? Alan Alvarez and Joshua Numa from the Miami Bayside Foundation ?? Dr. Egheosa Igbinoba, CEO, Evolution Training and Management Solutions Our students will be the force to drive innovation and growth in our local communities once they graduate. They are the future business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community leaders, so this is an amazing opportunity to gain insights, make connections, and be part of the movement to create lasting change. For more information on how you can get involved with UMiami Black in Business, check us out at the Department of Management at the University of Miami Herbert Business School! Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @Umiami_bib #UniversityofMiami #MHBS #ManagementDepartment #BlackInBusiness #FinancialLiteracy #WealthBuilding #EconomicDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #CommunityEmpowerment #MiamiBusiness #Networking

This Thursday, UMiami Black in Business will be discussing key topics that are central to the empowerment of our community: ?? Financial Literacy ?? Wealth Building ?? Advancing Economic Development This meeting promises to be an enriching and impactful conversation with special guests: ?? LaFonda Willis, Esq. – Legal expert and advocate for economic equity ?? Alan Alvarez and Joshua Numa from the Miami Bayside Foundation Our students will be the force to drive innovation and growth in our local communities once they graduate. They are the future business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community leaders, so this is an amazing opportunity to gain insights, make connections, and be part of the movement to create lasting change. For more information on how you can get involved with UMiami Black in Business, check us out at the Department of Management at the University of Miami Herbert Business School! Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @Umiami_bib #UniversityofMiami #MHBS #ManagementDepartment #BlackInBusiness #FinancialLiteracy #WealthBuilding #EconomicDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #CommunityEmpowerment #MiamiBusiness #Networking

It’s Homecoming Week at the University of Miami??????????. We are extremely excited for the festivities and of course the GAME ?? ???????????? but best of all, we can’t wait to hear from our UMiami Black in Business HOCO lineup: Geovannie Valdez Samantha “Sam” Palmer-Shields Shawn Wilborne ?? Justin Drummond & Octavio & Kalpana Lubrano! Here in the Department of Management at the University of Miami Herbert Business School we are making sure that all of our students have the “Business Playbook”??so they can go off into the workforce and represent our esteemed institution as some of the best and brightest leaders out there! This week’s discussion is centered on entrepreneurship and what actually goes into being a successful business owner and leader. The good, the bad and the ugly! We are giving our students the inside scoop from our special guests who have found innovative strategies to help their businesses thrive and become sustainable even when navigating times of economic uncertainty such as a global pandemic. In the spirit of Homecoming, we ask that our Cohort members bring a guest! Let’s share the knowledge and expand our relationships through this amazing networking and mentorship opportunity!! GO CANES ?????????????? FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @Umiami_BIB Email us at [email protected] #UniversityofMiami #MANAGEMENT #MHBS #Entrepreneurship #Business #BlackinBusiness #UMiami #MiamiHerbertBusinessSchool #HOMECOMING2024

While I’m extremely excited for our UMiami Black in Business meeting this Thursday I finally got a moment, despite this crazy week of Milton, to share some highlights of our last meeting. I want to take a minute to say a huge THANK YOU???????????????????? to our amazing speakers Valerie Capers Workman and Oluwajoba Odediran, MPH, MA ?????????????????????????????????????? We had a great discussion centered around the “Impact of AI on Your Career Search” and how important it is to embrace these technological advancements and use them purposefully to advance our career. We need to learn to work with AI or get left behind. AI is a resource and the less we fear it, the more we we will see what an asset it can be for us. Oluwajoba Odediran, MPH, MA showed us all the tools and resources that are readily available for all of our University of Miami Herbert Business School and University of Miami students at Toppel Career Center. Everything you need to create the perfect resume, slay the most intimidating interview and just prepare for every professional opportunity is available at your fingertips! Go see Joba and her team and let her know UMiami Black in Business sent you!! ????????Thursday we have another great round of speakers that we can’t wait to share with you!! If you’re interested in getting involved with UMiami Black in Business University of Miami Herbert Business School as a speaker, or student, be sure to reach out to us via email, LinkedIn or Instagram!! ???????? ?? [email protected] ?? Instagram: @umiami_bib ?? LinkedIn: UMiami Black in Business

We are so excited for our upcoming UMiami Black in Business meeting, featuring our esteemed speaker, Oluwajoba Odediran, MPH, MA, the Associate Director of Career Readiness at the University of Miami’s Toppel Career Center! Joba has been making waves at Toppel since 2022, where she supervises and trains peer career coaches, ensuring that students receive the guidance they need to succeed. With her extensive knowledge and dedication, she facilitates outreach to the University of Miami community, connecting students with vital resources like Cane2Cane and Custom Career Content. As a proud alum of the University, Joba holds a Master of Arts in International Administration and a Master of Public Health. Her passion for mentorship and commitment to empowering students to achieve their career goals truly sets her apart. This is an amazing opportunity to hear from Joba as she shares insights on career readiness, mentorship, and strategies to navigate the professional landscape. ?? Food for thought!!! ?? 65% of jobs are filled through networking. (LinkedIn, 2020) ?? Only 20% of applicants receive a response from their job applications. (Jobvite, 2021) ?? It takes an average of 6-9 months to find a job. (Glassdoor, 2022) It is important that we have these discussions, especially as it relates to our underrepresented student population, so they are well equipped with the tools and resources necessary to navigate their career path post-graduation. Looking forward to seeing our Fall 2024 cohort there! ???? #BlackInBusiness #CareerDevelopment #Mentorship #Networking #UniversityOfMiami #ToppelCareerCenter #Empowerment #UniversityofMiami #MiamiHerbertBusinessSchool #MHBS

I told you the line up is fire ???????? UMiami Black in Business at the University of Miami Herbert Business School, is so excited to present Valerie Capers Workman, Chief Talent Officer at Handshake ???? It is an honor and a privilege to be able to learn from one of the best in the industry. Our conversations will be centered on “The Impact of AI on Your Career Search”. Our BIB scholars already have a plethora of questions lined up for this amazing opportunity! Valarie’s book “Quantum Progression: The Art & Science of Career Advancement in the Age of A.I.” is filled with so many gems, as you read about her own personal career experiences and how you can use the tools she provides to impact your own career advancement. Be sure to get a copy! Amazon link below! https://a.co/d/hv3SgNc For more information on Black in Business: ?? [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @umiami_bib