It is truly economic inclusion for us, by us," NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson said in a statement. “Black Entrepreneurs Day provides an invaluable resource to a community that is historically overlooked when it comes to resources and funding. More than $500,000 in grants has been given, according to organizers. Rapper Big Sean will close the Chase-presented event with a live performance.īlack business owners and entrepreneurs can apply for $25,000 grants from the NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant program created by John, with the event website open for applications through 11:59 p.m. EDT, the night will include John's one-on-one discussions with celebrity and business guests panels on topics including building generational wealth and elevating creativity and access, and a “pitch competition” for nascent entrepreneurs. In a statement, John said his goal for the third annual gathering remains to “inspire, educate, learn from and celebrate those that are hustling, pushing forward, pursuing their dreams and, in many cases, thriving.”īeginning at 7 p.m. 27 at New York City's Apollo Theater and streamed live on Johnson's Facebook page and. LOS ANGELES (AP) - Venus Williams, Spike Lee, Tracee Ellis Ross, Shaquille O'Neal and Killer Mike are among those set to participate in a celebration of African American business success and opportunity.īlack Entrepreneurs Day, founded and organized by “Shark Tank” panelist and FUBU chief executive Daymond John, will be held Oct.
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