Wednesday, June 19

Detroit Black Chamber Black CEO Roundtable "The Shift" Juneteenth Luncheon

Join us for Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce's Black CEO Roundtable – "The Shift". Network, innovate, and evolve into the future!

By The National Business League

Date and time

Wednesday, June 19 · 11am - 1:30pm EDT

Location

UBS Financial Services Inc. - Detroit

1217 Woodward Avenue #3rd floor Detroit, MI 48226

Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

VIP Reception [INVITE ONLY]

UBS Financial Services Inc. Boulevard Content and W3R

Exclusive VIP Reception, hosted by UBS Financial Services Inc., Boulevard Content, and W3R Consulting, LLC, where you'll have the opportunity to network with select, invitation-only industry leaders ...

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Event Check-In [DBCC MEET & GREET ]

Crystal Gunn, Chairwoman and Bartel Welch, President

This is the check-in period due to standing-room-only attendance. Learn about membership with the Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce and meet leadership including Crystal Gunn, Chairwoman, and Bartel ...

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Program Begins [GOURMET BOX LUNCHES SERVED]

Program begins with Detroit's leading Black CEOs and industry experts, who will engage participants in key topic areas including Talent, Legal, Supplier Development, Marketing, PR, Financial Manageme...

1:30 PM - 1:30 AM (+1 day)

Closing Remarks

About this event

Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce presents: Black CEO Roundtable – “The Shift”

Sponsored by UBS Financial Services Inc., Boulevard Content, and W3R Consulting, LLC

A SEAT AT THE TABLE:

Join us for an insightful and transformative event hosted by the Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce. The Black CEO Roundtable – "The Shift" is designed to provide Black business leaders with the tools, resources, and network needed to navigate and thrive in a rapidly changing digital economy. This event will feature industry-leading experts discussing critical topics to help Black businesses shift into the future with success.

Event Details:

Who: Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce

When: Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm EST

Where: UBS Financial Services Inc. Detroit Office, 1217 Woodward Ave, 3rd Floor, Detroit, MI 48226

Contact DBCC: (313) 818-3017 Office

Juneteenth Celebration:

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm EST

Admission: Free to the public

Seating: Limited Seating (60 Seats for In-Person, Unlimited Virtual Attendance)

Parking: State Street Parking Deck, 35 State St, Detroit, MI 48226 (Behind Avalon Bakery)

Topics to be Covered:

Access to Capital
Talent Acquisition and Retention
Legal Considerations
Supplier Development
Marketing and Public Relations
Financial Management
Financial Services
Growth Strategies
Mentorship and Coaching
Work-Life Balance
Business Planning
Significance of Juneteenth

Recognizing Juneteenth as a significant holiday marks a crucial step in acknowledging and honoring the end of slavery in the United States. This recognition celebrates Black American economic freedom and business success while promoting continuous self-development, resilience, and empowerment through enterprise development and ownership.

DBCC Leadership:

Crystal Gunn, Chairwoman, Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce
Bartel Welch, President, Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce

Network, innovate, and shift into the future with the Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce at this pivotal event.

Frequently asked questions

Parking?

Parking is available at the State Street Parking Deck, located at 35 State St, Detroit, MI 48226, behind Avalon Bakery.

Hybrid: In-Person and Virtual?

The event will be hybrid, with limited in-person capacity for 60 participants and unlimited virtual attendance through the Zoom platform.

Cost?

The event is free and open to the public, encouraging Black business success for all members and non-members of the Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce.

Attire?

All Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce events require business attire. Due to summer vibes and weather, ties are optional, but jackets or business attire are mandatory. No gym shoes allowed. Please govern yourself accordingly and dress for success in a professional business environment.

Food?

Yes, gourmet box lunches and beverages will be provided. We will offer traditional, vegetarian, and vegan plant-based options to accommodate various dietary needs. If you have specific dietary concerns or allergens, we recommend eating prior to the event or waiting until after the event.

Networking?

There will be ample networking opportunities, so please bring plenty of business cards and a concise elevator pitch to build relationships that can help you succeed in business.

Organized by

The National Business League

The National Business League is the first and largest, independent, not-for-profit, trade association for Black-owned businesses and professionals in the United States, founded by Dr. Booker T. Washington on Aug. 23, 1900. The NBL serves as a global catalyst toward the economic development, empowerment and liberative freedom of Black businesses as a central component to building strong leaders, families, and communities as well as sustainable enterprises. The NBL promotes the interest of more than 3.2 million Black American businesses that contribute $128 billion in economic output and produce 1.18 million jobs to the U.S. economy. The NBL has regional offices in Atlanta, Detroit, and Los Angeles, national headquarters in Washington, D.C., since 1966 and an international office in Cape Town, South Africa. Approaching 125 years of service, the NBL is a proud partner to more than 125 Fortune 500 companies, including public and private sector organizations worldwide, looking to provide Black economic equity and inclusion in the racially diverse global marketplace.

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