Kimpton Epic Hotel • 270 Biscayne Blvd Way, MIAMI, FL 33131 N. Pool deck • 6:00 pm ET

Movement strategy dedicated to centering the conversation on Black Innovation.

The Menu

Appetizer

Vegetarian Spring Roll

with Peanut Dipping Sauce (V) (DF)

Appetizer

Antipasto Skewer, Mozzarella, Cherry Tomato, Kalmata, Olive, Artichoke on Knotted Skewer (V) (NF) (GF)

Appetizer

Miniature Maine Lobster Roll on Brioche (NF)

Appetizer

Beef Picadillo Empanadas, Cilantro Lime Cream

Appetizer

Mini Cuban Sandwich (NF)

Appetizer

Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce (DF)

Speaker Spotlights

We are excited welcome our esteemed speakers for this evening, whose insights promise to illuminate our gathering. Check out this evening’s lineup:

Jenna Scott

Chief of Staff • Black Innovation Alliance

Armand Biroonak

Head of Engagement Community Impact & Corporate Responsibility – Americas • UBS

Hermione Malone

Head of Emerging Markets, Board Member • AJP, Black Innovation Alliance

Erick Gavin

Executive Director • Vneture Miami

Jessica Norwood

Founder & CEO • RUNWAY

Akino West

BIA Believes in You Sweepstakes Winner • Rosie’s Miami

Derrick Turton

BIA Believes in You Sweepstakes Winner • World Famous House of Mac

Nicole Gates

BIA Believes in You Sweepstakes Winner • Lil Greenhouse Grill

Tammy Charles

Director of Corporate Relations • Black Innovation Alliance

Vendor Spotlights

We are so excited to introduce this evening’s Marketplace Showcase, featuring vendors that are in the local Miami area, and are around the country that are also members of Black Innovation Alliance. We encourage you to explore the marketplace, check out their offerings, and stay connected to them after tonight’s event.

Lucki Fit

Disrupt for Change

Black Girl Magic

Motivate Enterprises

BVP Coffee Co.

Cool Creative

Place of Aroma

Citro Brands

The Healing Balm

Skin Candy Bath & Body

TONIGHT'S EVENT IS A PART OF

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