GDW EVENT ALERT: Rainbow Push Wall Street Project - March 10-12 - Has been postponed

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Hello All:  

Upcoming Events

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Wall Street Project: A Call For A Moral Economic Agr

Mar 10 - Mar 12 · Rainbow PUSH Coalition · Chicago, Illinois

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I know most of us are accustomed to attending the Rainbow Push Coalition's Annual Wall Street Project Conference in NYC in January.  A few years ago, it was moved to February, appropriately during Black History Month.   This year the 23rd Annual event is March 10th through the 12th.  

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

I'm like a homing pigeon.  I can't wait to participate in what I consider the most pivotal event of the year in Black intelligentsia.  Rev. Jackson never fails to come up with epoch making information, resources, presenters.  His research team is impeccable.   You leave with an arsenal of information that is applicable to your future success - irregardless of whether you are involved in a business venture, personal development, educational endeavors, political aspirations, international interactions, health, sports, entertainment, or whatever - The Rainbow Push Wall Street Project covers all the bases.

Most of you know that Rev. Jackson is a personal hero of mine - and has been for years.   Prior to the inception of the Wall Street Project, he had been mostly perceived of as an activist - a very effective and innovative activist, whose reach was international.  Most of us were not aware of the fact that he was also a phenomenal economist, with broad base knowledge in the realm of investments, development, pension funding, and other arenas Black people are not ordinarily aware of.  In his interest to bring about financial parity between main stream America and most African Americans whose background in the realm of finance is limited - both by lack of experience and resources, as well as lack of education, of the requisite family background that provides them with the silver spoon that makes it possible to reap the benefits available in the investment realm, he launched the Wall Street Project.   Many of us still don't get the connection.  The fact that we have been deliberately excluded from those major decision making realms that ultimately impact us - from home ownership, investing, educational accessibility, etc.  

I first became aware of Rev. Jackson's economic prowess when David Dinkins was running for Mayor of New York City.  New York was facing a major economic downturn, and Rev. Jackson recommended that Dinkins utilize the New York Pension Funds for upgrading the faltering economy and the educational system.  It was a brilliant plan that would have totally turned the entire economic downturn around.  Allies of both Mayor Dinkins and Rev. Jackson, also supported the concept.  However, sadly enough it was not implemented.  However, I became aware of a side of Rev. Jackson that I think few of us realized - his superior knowledge of  the realm of Finance and financial literacy.  It also indicated why he would have been a fantastic President of the U.S.  

He has channeled that wisdom, knowledge, understanding and resources into the Rainbow Push Organizations signature events - of which the Wall Street Project is pivotal.

My post started out to urging you to participate in the upcoming 23rd Annual event.  However, I just received communication that it had been postponed to a later date owing to the impending pandemic of the Coronavirus, which is currently causing most major gatherings to either cancel or reschedule - see advisory below.

In the interim, while we're waiting for updated information, I'm including some of the initial information about the programs that will be included in the upcoming 23rd event.  And for those of you who need additional information, check out their FaceBook Page.  Hopefully the links I've provided below will be instrumental in expanding your knowledge base on what they've been involved in and will be doing.

In the interim,
Stay Blessed & 
ECLECTICALLY BLACK 

Gloria Dulan-Wilson 

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About Wall Street Project

The Wall Street Project challenges corporate America to end the multi-billion-dollar trade deficit. with minority vendors and consumers and works to ensure equal opportunity for diverse employees, entrepreneurs, and consumers.
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Opening Reception

On Tuesday evening, March 10, 2020, the reception will celebrate Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., and the release of his new book “Keeping Hope Alive: Sermons and Speeches of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. with Grace Ji-Sun Kim.”
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2020 Agenda

The Summit will feature sessions on closing the wealth gap, board diversity, supplier diversity, global and Africa diaspora investment, sports, state of black wealth/black economy, technology, Hip Hop, and much more...
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NEWS ADVISORY Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Delays 23rd Annual Rainbow PUSH Wall Street Project Economic Summit to Protect Delegates and Attendees from Possible High-Risk (New York, NY) March 4, 2020 Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. announced today that he and Rainbow PUSH Coalition have been closely monitoring and evaluating the expanding impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) or organizational and travel operations. To ensure the safety of attendees at the upcoming Summit, the social justice organization is taking necessary measures to protect the health and well-being of all stakeholders who planned to participate in the upcoming Rainbow PUSH Coalition & Citizenship Education Fund’s 23rd Annual Wall Street Project Economic Summit (“Wall Street Project”).  “We regret that due to the global health concerns, and ongoing travel restrictions being instituted over the ongoing spread of COVID-19, we have decided to postpone the Wall Street Project,  originally scheduled for March 10 through March 12, 2020 at the Sheraton Hotel Times Square in New York City,” says Rev. Dr. S. Todd Yeary, senior vice president of Rainbow Push Coalition. Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. and the entire team at Rainbow PUSH want to prioritize everyone’s health and safety during this period of high public health concern.  The Wall Street Project Economic Summit draws hundreds of delegates and attendees from various countries on the continent of Africa and in Europe.  “Amid this global public health emergency, we are committed to protecting our delegates and attendees from heightened health risks associated with public gatherings and international travel,” says Rev. Jackson, the organization’s founder and convener of the Wall Street Project Economic Summit.  Over the past days, New York State officials confirmed six cases of COVID-19, and New York is one of 13 U.S. states with confirmed cases of the virus. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there is now a total of at least 80 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus nationally, with dozens new diagnoses expected. Rev. Jackson noted, “We can’t keep COVID-19 from becoming a global pandemic, but the more we can do to protect ourselves, slow the spread of the disease, the less severe the impact will be.”  He added, “We want to make sure we do our part to protect our friends and partners, and not add to the complexity of managing and monitoring essential containment measures. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the delay and appreciate everyone’s understanding and support. In the meantime, we hope that everyone stays safe and healthy.” Alternative dates will be confirmed once the current public health crisis has subsided.  The organization hopes to reschedule the Summit for early June 2020  #####

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GDW EVENT ALERT - INTERVIEW WITH REV. JESSE JACKSON - 4 DAYS TIL THE WALL STREET PROJECT IN NYC - ARE YOU READY?

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Hello All:

This is the 20th Anniversary of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. Rainbow/PUSH Wall Street Project - and there is much to celebrate indeed.  While many of us are now familiar with the phrases "financial literacy," "economic disparities," "investment," "development," "diversification," etc., few  realize that I was Rev. Jackson who first put those concepts on the radar of Black consciousness when he first enunciated then before, during and after the Mayoral campaign of Mayor David N. Dinkins, New York's First (and so far, only) Black Mayor.  Most of us were clueless about hedge funds and pension funds, when Rev. Jackson posited them as a solution to the then economic slump New York City was facing.

REV. JESSE JACKSON - FOUNDER OF THE RAINBOW/PUSH WALL STREET PROJECT

And the concept of economic parity as a civil right was definitely unheard of!  But when Rev. Jackson made the announcement at Mitchell-Titus - a renowned Black owned and run CPA firm, there were mixed emotions.  Most Blacks had no interaction with Wall Street at the time, except through the back door.  Certainly not as insiders.  And definitely not as major players.   The connection to civil rights, while many were still dealing with basic issues such as employment, education, health and living situations - seemed far fetched.

But here we are, 20 years hence, and Rev. Jackson's Wall Street Project is stronger, more powerful and more cutting edge than ever.  And over the past 20 years Rev. Jackson and his team of research experts have brought major players to the table who most likely would never have considered the African American community  as serious players in the game of investment and hight finance.

So powerful was Rev. Jackson's drive to move the needle forward in providing us with information and resources ahead of the curve - that the World Trade Center attack did not stop him from hosting the 2001 Summit, which had previously been held at the World Trade Center, and on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange - finding a new home at the Sheraton, where it's remained for the past fifteen years.

This year, for the first time, the Wall Street Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel on East 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan.

Those of you who need additional information, or who want to register, can log on to the link below:

www.rainbowpushwallstreetproject.org

In an era of T-rump, I echo Susan Taylor's statement at her recently held National Cares Mentoring Movement Gala, "We need Rev. Jackson now more than ever."  It cannot be emphasized enough how serious it is that we not only have an intellectual understanding of financing, investment, development, and economic parity; but that we become integrally and actively involved - hands on - as major players - whether we are at the hedge funds level, or at the penny stocks - whether we form our own investment clubs, credit union, buyers programs - cross collateralize our own joint owned real estate developments; whether we invest locally, nationally or internationally - we have to start now - and Rev. Jackson is trying to give us the tools and the rules by which to make it happen.  

I had the privilege of doing a brief telephonic interview with Rev. Jackson a week prior to the Summit, which runs from Wednesday, February 15 through Friday, February 17.  

This is the transcript:

JJ = Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.  
GDW = Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Live interview with Rev. Jackson –February 9, 2017

GDW:  Good afternoon Rev. Jackson.  Thanks for taking the time to give me this interview.  It was wonderful seeing you last week at Susan Taylor's National Cares Awards gala.

JJ:  It was a wonderful event  - she's special.

GDW:  Well, I guess this is 20 years, i get to wish you happy anniversary.  

JJ:  Thank you very much.

GDW:  You can wish me happy anniversary too - this is my 20th year of covering the Wall Street Project.  

JJ:  (Laughing) Thank you! Thank you!  

GDW:  Yes, from the time you made the announcement in 1996, all the way through to now.  It's a labor of love, that's for sure.  So shall we gat started?

JJ:  Yes Ma'am 

GDW:  Okay, I'm going to let you call me Ma'am, but...

JJ:  That's just my southern way of talking, from South Carolina!

GDW:  I'm originally from Oklahoma, so I understand.    So, first of all, since this is the 20th Anniversary,   what are the top  things of which you are most proud over the 20 years since you started the Wall Street Summit?

JJ:  We put access to capital beyond the right to vote, beyond segregation on the agenda. For example, we were able to get the New York Stock Exchange to recognize Dr.King's birthday – so the whole of Wall Street closes down for his birthday; it had not been doing that before.

Secondly, for the first time African Americans are getting access to pension funds and hedge funds for investment purposes. The question becomes for us, where is the money – billions of dollars in State pension funds, teachers' pension funds, SEIU and UAW and the like – even though we contributed to those funds, but we did not manage them, or determine what they were invested in. The big, tall down town buildings are almost all raised with some pension fund investment; or some pension fund risk. And you do not get that kind of money just by having a private savings account. That's what those monies are.

GDW: I remember when you were trying to get Mayor Dinkins to use the pension funds to help save NY City schools and infrastructure - New York was in a crisis - 

JJ:   Well the --- about the pipeline in Dakota – the kind of fight that is dealing with billions of dollars. The state of Washington has withdrawn $3 billion from Wells Fargo in pension funds; and so has the state of California. It's that level of financing that we must engage in and be able to manipulate those resources for growth and development.  February 15 through the 17^th is the conference in New York at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, 42 St. The minister's luncheon is that Wedenesday the 15^th; the Gala is that Thursday, the 16. Many people, like Susan Taylor, who have made such a great contribution to our struggle – if you want more info you can contact the Rainbow Push Wall Street Summit – 

www.rainbowpushwallstreetproject.org  

We fought for a long time to end slavery, then to end segregation as a matter of law; and then the right to vote, but not access to capital. If you could put it up in where we live,

GDW: Do you see any opportunities for African American investors now that President Obama has opened the gates to Cuba

JJ: All that we have fought for we are experiencing a devastating reaction – a set back -  the fact that Trump would put Jeff Sessions – who is George Wallace times fifty. Wallace was the segregationist, states' righter of a state. Jefferson Sessions now has the same power over fifty states. H's George Wallace times fifty.  This has created a well stream in the quest for justice.

Putting a woman – DeVos - over education who has never been to a public education school; not certified to teach school – even second grade; not to mention a principal – as secretary of education.  The department of labor secretary who is against raising minimum wage for working people.

So the Trump phenomena is going to be hurtful for a while – but we must not surrender. There will be another election in 24 months; if we turn our pain and passion into voting this time, as we should have voted the last time, we'll feel the difference. Those who did not should put Trump's picture on their wall to remind them of the mistake they made.

GDW:: Are there any strategies that can be brought to bear to make sure that the progress that you've made does not get undermined at this particular point?

JJ: I think the thing is to be alert. For example, the Women's March on January 21 was a wake up call. Now the struggle to protect the lives, life styles, life options of refugees. But thee will be other issues coming up and we must be ready to fight it at every stage of the game. Protect the right to vote, fair housing, wages for workers, access to capital, access to a fair and modern public education. We can't just vote and go home, we must vote and follow through ourselves. We must be accountable – not just make our officials accountable – we must be accountable as voters. There are 10 million Blacks unregistered! It's a sin to have that many people eligible to vote, don't vote, and then complain about what happened.

If you don't do your best, you earn what you get!!

We all deserve better!!

GDW: Rev. Jackson, you and I are both members of what we call the Divine Nine of Fraternities and Sororities – are there any opportunities collectively to become major players in the Wall Street Project.

JJ: Yes, we want the Divine Nine to be a part of this as delegates; and representatives in the Gala – but with a follow through. Because the fact that in order to have access to capital from being investors, must be even moreso investors. But only by coming to a session like Wall Street where you learn who the real key financial players are in the country. Use that talent to advance our cause

GDW: We talked about Cuba, but what about African and investment opportunities and partnerships there?

JJ: Several major investors will be there from South Africa, Guinea and Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, Nigeria, at the international Investment Summit.

GDW: Ghana has a new president, and it's their 60^th anniversary coming up

JJ: So does the Gambia – it's a changing of the government.

GDW:  Rev. Jackson, thanks so much for taking time to do this interview with me.  I look forward to seeing you and being front and center on Wednesday and throughout the conference.

JJ:  Thank you as well.  ###

Rev. Jackson  has been consistent on every level  from activism through economic development and keep the information before us- but we keep missing the message or taking for granted that somehow or other a magic wand was going to be waved and things would just miraculously happen.  

And now we are almost at ground zero - the rest of the world is moving forward  and we need to be part of that movement - regardless of age or wage - Warren Buffet started at the age of 7!! How many 7 year old geniuses do we currently have within our own household that have not been given the opportunity to apply their interest because we didn't take them seriously?   Or because we, ourselves, lacked the knowledge to support his or her interest?

And how about those of you who thought you missed the boat because of your age - there are countless numbers of late-stage millionaires being made daily - but that's because they weren't afraid of risks, trying something new and opening their minds.  And those of you in between - the Millennials and Gen-Z generation - it's about money, but it's not just about money only - it's still and always will be people first, money second.  Your advanced technological knowhow has certainly put you ahead of the game in so many wonderful ways - but you have peers who now need to be brought up to speed in order for us all to move the needle from the red zone to the green (in the Black) - so that we all prosper.  It's about literacy - both financial and cognitive  as well as about unity.  


The monkey wrench that has been thrown into the wheels of democracy challenges us to stop talking in platitudes, and begun putting our money where our mouths are, and action behind our theories.  It's no longer or, it's both and, and we have to be about it across the generations if we are to thrive (not just survive) these next two to four years.    We can ill afford to take a "wait and see" what happens attitude; nor can we afford to cosign or normalize the abnormal, bury our heads in the sand, or give up.  It really is about empowering ourselves through knowledge and action.

I hope to see you at the RainbowPUSH Wall Street Project this week - to celebrate their 20th Anniversary but more importantly to make this the first of many anniversaries of your own progressive financial literacy and empowerment as we align ourselves with Rev. Jackson and avail ourselves of the wealth of information he is providing.  

Knowledge is power, action is empowering

Now that you know, 
what are you going to do about it?

Here's the link - register now - see you there 

www.rainbowpushwallstreetproject.org  

Stay Blessed & 

ECLECTICALLY BLACK

Gloria 

18th Rainbow/PUSH WALL STREET PROJECT in NYC January 13-15th

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Hello All:

Well, we're now officially in 2015, and January has started off on rollerblades!!  This month is going to be non-stop!  Especially since the Rev. Jesse Jackson's Rainbow PUSH Coaliton's Wall Street Project is Tuesday, January 13th  through January 15th this year!  So get ready to be engaged, informed,  involved and empowered from the beginning to the end of this year.

 

REV. JESSE L. JACKSON FOUNDER OF RAINBOW/PUSH COALITION

In light of the most recent events that have transpired on a national and local basis, this will be a pivotal event in helping Black people develop an even more impactful agenda for economic parity and control of the considerable assets that flow through our communities into the hands of others.  

Rev. Jackson works tirelessly in coordinating this conference, and his staff of researchers bring experts from every quarter of the world to provide cutting edge information in advance of the media to African Americans.  

His contention that while the Civil Rights issues are of major importance, African Americans have been egregiously discriminated against when it comes to money, finance and economics, has been the hallmark of his focus, and is as true today, as it was when he first announced the establishment of the Wall Street Project nearly 20 years ago.  

In a recent interview, I asked Rev. Jackson about the viability of HBCUs in the future of education and career development for African Americans.  He responded that HBCUs have an even greater role to play as incubators for Black entrepreneurs, business leaders and should be provided the financial wherewithal to expand as much as Ivy League institutions have done.  He also commented that African American families, now, more than ever should look to these institutions to provide key mentoring roles, as well as academic programs.  Rev. Jackson, who graduated from North Carolina A & T University in Greensboro, NC, speaks from experience about the intrinsic value of having attended an HBCU in his formative years.  He additionally commented that Black Greek Letter Fraternities and Sororities are viable avenues for investment and financial equity development. 

Rev. Jackson, who was to leave shortly on a fact-finding tour of Africa, starting in Nigeria, also spoke of the need for more cooperative coordination between Africans and African Americans in the future economic development of Africa, and the building of business relations between the diaspora and the homeland.  He also expressed concern that the "ebola scare" was a tactic to drive development and relationships away from Africa. 

URGENT: NEW CALL IN NUMBER 605-475-3220  Journalist Teleconference with Rev. Jesse Jackson  | Tuesday, December 16th 12noon  Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   MEDIA ADVISORY Media Contacts: Renée E. Warren, renee@ariellewren.com, 646.344.2630 Tye Renwrick-Perry, tye@ariellewren.com, 484.904.6808 Angelo A. Ellerbee, angelo@dxxnyc.com, 201.224.6570 18th Annual Wall Street Project Economic Summit. “Where Wall Street, Main Street & Silicon Valley Converge”   ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­WHAT:           The RainbowPUSH Wall Street Project 18th Annual Wall Street Project Economic Summit.

“Where Wall Street, Main Street & Silicon Valley Converge”  WHO:                         Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Founder and President, RainbowPUSH Coalition and The Wall Street Project Participants include: Earl G. (Butch) Graves, Jr., President & Chief Executive Officer, Black Enterprise James Reynolds, Jr., Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Loop Capital Markets Mayor Ras Baraka, Newark Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, Pastor, Abyssinian Baptist Church Cloves C. Campbell, Jr., Chair, National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) Cynthia D. DiBartolo, Esq., Chief Executive Officer, Tigress Financial Partners LLC and Chairperson, Greater New York Chamber of Commerce Alfred C. Liggins, Chief Executive Officer and President, Radio One, Inc./TV One, LLC John W. Rogers, Jr., Chairman, CEO & Chief Investment Officer, Ariel Investments, LLC Clifford C. Swint, Executive Vice President, Capital Markets, MFR Securities, Inc. Rakim Allah, Hip Hop Artist Erick Sermon, President, Def Squad Enterprises Rodney Ellis, Texas Senator Mrs. Roslind McLymont, Editor- In-Chief, The Network Journal Allison Bernstein, Diversity Markets Program Manager, Google WHEN:                       Tuesday, January 13, 2015- Thursday, January 15, 2015 WHERE:                    The Sheraton Time Square | 811 Seventh Avenue at 52nd Street, New York, NY, 10019 Summit Highlights: Black Enterprise Magazine will present “The 40 Best Companies for Diversity” during the opening day’s joint Wall Street Project/Black Enterprise luncheon. The Wall Street Project’s Asset Management Study will be released at the summit during the “Money Where It Matters: Managing Corporate, Endowment and Foundation Funds” session which features data on the utilization of MWBE asset management firms by corporations and foundations.  The full agenda can be found online at www.rainbowpushwallstreetproject.org. Copyright © 2014 Arielle-Wren, Inc., All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because of your interest in business news. Our mailing address is: Arielle-Wren, Inc. 1350 6th Ave, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10019 Add us to your address book  unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences

The following are some of the highlights of an agenda rich three day conference.  For more in depth information and schedule, log on to www.rainbowpushwallstreetproject.org

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13: BLACK ENTERPRISE PRESENTS "THE 40 BEST COMPANIES FOR DIVERSITY" LUNCHEON (co-hosted by the Wall Street Project and Black Enterprise)

Earl G. (Butch) Graves, Jr., President & Chief Executive Officer, Black Enterprise; Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., Founder and President, Rainbow PUSH Coalition

NY TECH MEETUP (NYTM)  Silicon Harlem and NY Tech Meetup will co-host this special session of the NY Tech Meetup where attendees can view and participate in live demos from companies developing great technology in New York City.

 

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14:

MONEY WHERE IT MATTERS: MANAGING CORPORATE, ENDOWMENT & FOUNDATION FUNDS Introduction of Wall Street Project Asset Management study.  In addition to the release of this information, the session will feature a conversation about ways to improve the utilization of MWBE minority asset management firms.  

AFTER THE CHEERING STOPS: THE NEXT GENERATION OF ATHLETE DEALMAKERS
Many professional athletes experience economic challenges after their days of competition on the field have ended. These individuals are often unprepared for their financial futures and are not always provided with appropriate guidance regarding investments, planning and financial security. Yet there are various ways for these high profile individuals to maximize their brand, exposure and platform, and turn them into significant and meaningful ventures that can serve them well in the post-career pursuits.  This forum will engage athletes, agents and executives in a conversation on economic opportunities both within the multi-billion dollar sports industry as well as within the business world around the country and abroad. We will discuss the paths of sports figures as businessmen, executives, philanthropists, community leaders and entrepreneurs, and have meaningful dialogue on how critical it is for athletes to develop a game plan for success After the Cheering Stops.  Speakers include Chris Bryant,   Matt Gutierrez,Dr. David E. Martin, Tracy McGrady,  Deon Strother, among others. 

BUSINESS OF HIP HOP - EXAMINING NEXT STEPS: As the Hip Hop Union celebrates its 5th Anniversary, this session will focus on solution driven action that reviews the conversations of the past five years, analyzes present opportunities and identifies future initiatives that will strengthen the Entrepreneurs and Citizens of the Hip Hop Community in the areas of politics, economics and entertainment.  Moderator: Shawn Granberry, Chief Executive Officer, Watch Now Networks, Inc.
Panelists:   Rakim Allah, Hip Hop Artist; Rah Digga Hip Hop Artist; Ed Lover, Vice President, Hip Hop TV, LLC; Freeway Rick Ross; Erick Sermon, President, Def Squad Enterprises; Tony Neal, The Core DJs; P. Frank Williams, Chief Executive Officer, Phophet From It Entertainment

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15:
 
FAITH & COMMUNITY LEADERS’ SESSION With a focus on access to capital for churches and community development corporations and initiatives, this session will examine what faith-based communities can do to promote financial literacy as a means to achieve economic justice and how they can effectively work with banking institutions on partnerships that stabilize and invest in their communities and create housing, businesses, and jobs.  This session will cover topics such as the ABC’s of how churches can secure funding, mortgage loans and loan modifications, to opportunities for churches to become the recipients of gifted properties (REO) within their communities for essential mission projects.

FOCUS ON AFRICA: AFRICA ECONOMIC EXPANSION FORUM
This session is a follow up of last year’s “Africa Investment Opportunities Forum” and the recent Inaugural “African Economic Expansion Summit” held in Durban South Africa. Panelists will discuss Africa’s continuing tremendous business opportunities not only in oil, gas and natural resources, but also in areas such as energy, telecommunications, technology, entertainment, construction, financial services, and tourism in their respective countries/sectors. This forum will also provide an opportunity to outline US trade policy towards Africa.


Make it your business to be present and involved in this pivotal conference that has been on the cutting edge of information for Black businesses and entrepreneurs for nearly 20 years.  2015 must be the year we begin consolidating the trillions of dollars that flow through the Black community and into other hands, to do otherwise shows that we've learned nothing.  

Stay Blessed & 
ECLECTICALLY BLACK 
Gloria Dulan-Wilson
www.gloriadulanwilson.blogspot.com/ECLECTICALLY BLACK NEWS 

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