Level Up! Emerging Entrepreneur Celebration

BUF-OR Community Justice & Equity Presents:

Level Up! Emerging Entrepreneur Program Community Celebration

Come and celebrate with us at the Black United Fund of Oregon's Emerging Entrepreneur Cohort of 2024 event! Join us as we honor the learning, progress, and achievements of our five dedicated business owners who have successfully completed our nine-month business accelerator program. During this special occasion, our EEP recipients will share key insights from their pitch decks developed throughout the program. Discover how they enhanced their business plans, experienced personal and business growth, and get a glimpse of their exciting five-year projections. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the inspiring journey of entrepreneurship!

Learning Objectives:

• Learn effective business plan strategies from successful emerging entrepreneurs.
• Discover the link between personal growth and business success.
• Explore strategies for sustainable business growth.
• Gain inspiration from our EEP recipients' achievements.

More about our presenters:

Lestarya Molloy - Fridie Outdoors

Lestarya Molloy is the CEO & Founder of Fridie Outdoors which empowers people to go camping by making outdoor know-how accessible from anywhere. With over 10 years of experience in the technology industry in product management and user experience research, Lestarya has brought new technology to life that makes the camping experience more accessible and enjoyable for all, especially people of color who have been under-represented in outdoor recreation.

Devin Boss - North East Productions

Devin Boss is a native Northeast Portlander, cinematographer, and owner of North East Productions. He attended Los Angeles Film School before starting his own business, intending to tell powerful, inclusive stories that proudly showcase the brilliance and complexity of Blackness.

Tralice Lewis - Callie’s Custom Hat Wigs

Tralice Lewis is the founder of Callie’s Custom Hat Wigs. Callie’s got its name from Tralice’s mother, who was and will always be an inspiration. Callie’s Custom Hat Wigs is the Pacific Northwest’s only Black-owned wig store.

Nicole Rose - Ella Dean

Nicole Rose is the founder of Ella Dean; she was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, and attended Portland State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Ella Dean is a natural haircare brand for men and women with textured hair. The products are made with organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs that aid in hair growth and reduce scalp inflammation and hair loss.

Japhety Ngabireyimana & Jospin Mugisha - Bproud

Bproud was founded by Jospin Mugisha and Japhety Ngabireyimana. They are cousins who were born and raised in Kibondo, Tanzania. Jospin's family moved to America after his mother was hospitalized during a robbery. Japhety's family followed one month later. They created the Bproud clothing brand with a mission to create a difference in the world, starting with wanting every individual to be proud of their heritage.

*PLEASE NOTE* Refreshments will be provided.