A celebration of Black creativity and innovation, this interactive event features a debut of short films spotlighting the honorary Mayor of NE Portland and owner of the heralded "Geneva's Sheer Perfection", Portland Trailblazers DJ O.G. One and downtown BIPOC enterprise hub Creative Homies. Whether an aspiring entrepreneur, or looking to be inspired by the strength of the community -- this event is a nod to you. Hosted by Cobi Lewis, this event includes a can’t miss discussion featuring nationally recognized business leaders Stephen Green (Pitch Black PDX founder), Paige Hendrix Buckner (All Raise, CEO) and Marquita Jaramillo (Black Founders Matter Fund, Principal).
Produced by North East Production & Zoe Piliafas with support from Black United Fund and Microenterprise Services of Oregon, this night will stir your nostalgia, while simultaneously exciting your imagination on what's next on the horizon for Black economics in our region.