Bridging Opportunities Summit

LEAP

Michigan's premier gathering of BIPOC Economic Developers to build connections and develop game-changing solutions!

Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center

LEAP is excited to partner with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Michigan State University's University Outreach and Engagement to bring you the Bridging Opportunities Summit, an event dedicated to empowering BIPOC Economic Developers across the state of Michigan. Here's why you can't miss it:<ul><li>Learn from experienced BIPOC economic developers and industry leaders.</li></ul><ul><li>Dive into critical topics in panel discussions with your peers. Hear about their experiences and develop game-changing solutions.</li></ul><ul><li>Connect with fellow BIPOC economic developers from across Michigan.</li></ul><ul><li>Enjoy music by Ozay Moore, founder of All of the Above Hip-Hop Academy.</li></ul><ul><li>And more!</li></ul> This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and propel your economic development journey forward! Don't miss out – register today! Reach out to Jazmin Anderson at jazmin@purelansing.com with questions.

Agenda

9:30 a.m. | Check-in and Refreshments

10:00 a.m. | Opening Remarks

10:10 a.m. | MSU Highlight

10:20 a.m. | Economic Empowerment and the Importance of Representation

10:50 a.m. | Special Award Recognition

Ready to tackle real challenges? Each table will be assigned a critical scenario (think Main Street revitalization, funding gaps, and more) and work together to brainstorm innovative solutions.  Share your ideas with the larger group to provide practical tools and strategies to advance economic development in your community.

11:10 a.m. | Interactive Table Activity

12:00 p.m. | Lunch

1:00 p.m. | Cultivating Equitable Economic Development

1:15 p.m. | Panel: Building Thriving BIPOC Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

2:15 p.m. | Closing Remarks

2:30 p.m. | Networking

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