What’s next for the Black Start-Up Project? We’re hosting a Black Start-Up Project orientation session for all registrants to share what we learned on the roadshow, introduce registrants to the first 12-week Start stream program, and offer participants the chance to network with other Black entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada. We’ll also be joined by marketing guru and community leader, Ross Simmons, for a fireside chat to learn more about his entrepreneurial journey.
This event is in-person and facilitated by Amoye Henry and Peta-Ann Leon, two incredible Black women entrepreneurs travelling to be with us from Toronto. Last year, Pitch Better researched and launched the first-ever report on the state of Black women entrepreneurs in Canada.
Catered snacks during our networking mixer are provided by the award-winning Halifax Charcuterie company!
Fireside Chat with Ross Simmonds
Ross Simmonds, founder of Foundation and lover of all things tech, is an entrepreneur who consistently strives to give back. Over the last 10 years, Ross has worked closely with a wide range of brands across the globe ranging from Fortune 500 companies to up-and-coming startups. He’s been published in Forbes, Huffington Post, Business Insider, Venture Beat, BET, CBC, Social Media Examiner and more. He’s joining us to share his experiences in starting a business and what drives him in his entrepreneurial journey.
Learn more about ACOA with Amanda Sparkes
How does the Atlantic Canadian Opportunities Agency (ACOA) support the Black Start-Up Project? Amanda Sparkes, economic development officer for ACOA, will be sharing information about ACOA and how they will be helping Tribe to support entrepreneurs.
From the Ground Up: Building the Black Start-Up Project and Connecting Black Entrepreneurs
Over the last few months, the Tribe Network Team has gathered with Black entrepreneurs across Atlantic Canada to build a Black Start-Up Project that’s informed by the lived experiences and feedback of those we serve. At this event, we’ll be sharing some of the findings from our recently released report, From the Ground Up.
Introducing Our 12-Week Start Program
With dedicated time and space to grow their skills and build out their business idea over a 12-week period, Start cohort participants will participate in expert-led, intensive workshops and training sessions. The program will allow entrepreneurs to build the skills and confidence to position their business for success and iterate on their idea alongside other Black entrepreneurs. Our Black Start-Up Project Orientation will take you through what to expect over the next 12 weeks.
About the Black Start-Up Project
Tribe Network’s Black Start-Up Project is a unique program to provide Black entrepreneurs and business owners in Atlantic Canada with access to services and opportunities in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem to help START, BUILD and ACCELERATE their business. The program provides Black entrepreneurs and business owners in Atlantic Canada with access to education and training, access to capital, mentorship & coaching and opportunities in the entrepreneurship & innovation ecosystem.
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