Hey Evolutionary Leader,

We wanted to take the time to thank everyone who attended our Be In The Ecosystem Virtual Summit last week. We went live for 4 hours and added value to 68 business owners and ecosystem partners. Special thanks to all our partners, Ednethia Thomas, Phydesia Lewis, LaShon Harley, La-Tasha Best-Gaddy, Jonathan Collins, Sharon Walker, and Jimmy Davies. 

WATCH THE REPLAY

I wrote an article entitled "Impact Over Income: Why Metrics Matter More Than Money (Sometimes)" and you can check it out HERE! 

6 PM TONIGHT!

Tune in for our Certify & Succeed Training hosted by La-Tasha Best-Gaddy. This session will break down the steps, requirements & benefits of business certifications. 

REGISTER HERE 

We’re just 14 days away from the Durham Business Evolution Summit + EXPO—a transformative event designed for entrepreneurs, business support organizations, and industry experts who are serious about preparing today for a prosperous tomorrow.

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 8 AM–7 PM
Durham Convention Center

What to expect:

✔️ A powerful State of the Economy session
✔️ Thought leadership on NC’s economic renaissance
✔️ 6 dynamic breakout workshops from AI to access to capital
✔️ A networking reception with key community leaders

There are still a few exhibitor spots open for evolutionary businesses ready to shine! Get your ticket or apply to exhibit: bit.ly/BEVSUMMITEXPO

Women Leaders Luncheon – Friday, May 30, 2025

Get ready to unwind, be inspired, and make meaningful connections. As part of Mental Health Month, this Luncheon is your opportunity to enjoy a high-vibe atmosphere, great food, and a supportive sisterhood of leaders who know what it means to build.

Come fill your plate and your spirit.

Seats are limited—grab your ticket today!

REGISTER HERE

3rd Annual Women & Minority Business Summit – Wednesday, June 19, 2025

Hosted at Alamance Community College Small Business Center
Theme: “Freedom to Do Business”

This year’s summit will center on the power of business ownership as a path to personal and collective liberation—with a focus on:

1. The freedom that comes from owning your own business and being in control of your time, talents, and income.

2. Empowering judicially involved individuals to redefine their future and shed stigma by building a business and creating generational change.

3. Honoring Juneteenth by recognizing entrepreneurship as a modern-day tool for economic independence and cultural celebration.

This is more than a summit—it’s a movement.

🆓 Registration is FREE: www.giveittothepeople.com/wmbs

4th Annual BLK BIZ SUMMIT – Friday, August 1, 2025

This year’s summit is rooted in Creative Strategies for Black Entrepreneurship, with sessions focused on branding, storytelling, marketing, and digital growth. If you want to grow, this is your moment.

📍 Weldon Mills Event Center, Durham, NC
🎟️ Tickets are now available: www.blkbizsummit.com

Sponsored by Black Wall Street Forward and Infinity Bridges 

Become a Member – Give It Get It Business Membership

The membership is designed to help business owners and support organizations stay connected, visible, and supported all year long.

Here are 3 reasons to join:

✅ Premium Access to Workshops & Events
✅ Business Exposure Through Speaking & Exhibiting
✅ A Supportive Ecosystem for Real Growth

Join today at www.giveitgetit.biz

Let’s continue to build, celebrate, and evolve together.
See you soon!

With Purpose & Power,

The Browns

Give It To The People®
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