The Mighty Dream Forum Hampton Roads is a multi-day event aimed at highlighting successful minority businesses and fostering opportunities for knowledge, financial capital, and social engagement. Organized by Black BRAND, the forum will include a $25,000 pitch contest sponsored by Ikea, food from 30 local restaurants, music, art, and networking. Over 60 regional and national speakers, including corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, will participate in panel discussions. The forum, as stated by Monique Adams, 757 Angels executive director, will amplify the region’s resources and culture to create more innovative businesses and high-paying jobs, while also increasing awareness and connectivity with market-makers to attract more entrepreneurs of color to the region.
Introduction
From Inside Business By Sandra J. Pennecke
Event Overview
Black BRAND co-founder and president Blair Durham said she is encouraged and optimistic as entrepreneurial platforms such as the Mighty Dream Forum come to town next month to shine the light on successful minority businesses while providing opportunities for knowledge, financial capital, and social engagement.
Features of the Mighty Dream Forum
The multiday gathering, aimed at shining a national spotlight on inclusion and innovation, will feature food from 30 local restaurants, music, art, and networking.
Activities at the Forum
Durham said Black BRAND is hosting a $25,000 pitch contest sponsored by Ikea, curating vendors, and putting together a 757 discovery bag.
Empowerment and Inspiration
Robby Wells, the executive producer for the forum, emphasized the importance of empowerment and inspiration for all participants, regardless of their company’s current position on diversity and inclusion.
Speakers and Panel Discussions
More than 60 different regional and national speakers, including civic and corporate leaders, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, artists, community organizers, educators, and innovators, will all join in the conversation to share insights and inspire others.
Community Engagement
Monique Adams, 757 Angels executive director, highlighted the importance of community engagement and the role of the Mighty Dream Forum in supporting entrepreneurs on their journey.
Impact and Future Growth
Adams mentioned that the Mighty Dream Forum will amplify the region’s assets, resources, and culture to create more innovative businesses and high-paying jobs, while also increasing awareness and connectivity with market-makers to attract more entrepreneurs of color to the region.
Conclusion
For more information, visit mightydreamforum.com.
Sandra J. Pennecke, 757-652-5836, sandra.pennecke@insidebiz.com
Question & Answer
What is the Mighty Dream Forum Hampton Roads?
The Mighty Dream Forum Hampton Roads is a multi-day event organized by Black BRAND aimed at highlighting successful minority businesses and fostering opportunities for knowledge, financial capital, and social engagement.
What activities will be featured at the Mighty Dream Forum?
The forum will include a $25,000 pitch contest sponsored by Ikea, food from 30 local restaurants, music, art, networking, and panel discussions with over 60 regional and national speakers.
Who is behind the organization of the Mighty Dream Forum?
The Mighty Dream Forum is organized by Black BRAND, with key figures such as co-founder and president Blair Durham and executive producer Robby Wells leading the efforts to empower and inspire participants.
What is the goal of the Mighty Dream Forum?
The forum aims to amplify the region’s resources and culture to create more innovative businesses and high-paying jobs, increase awareness and connectivity with market-makers, and attract more entrepreneurs of color to the region.
