 | We are thrilled to share that our Chief Curator, Chisa Pennix-Brown a featured speaker on the PBS show "Black Issues Forum"! It was such an honor to be interviewed by the incredible Kenia Thompson, alongside my amazing "co-star," Kevin S. Dick, CEcD.
The episode airs tonight at 7:00 PM, and it's a two-part series, so be sure to tune in next week as well for the continuation of our conversation.
We discussed impactful topics that I believe will resonate with so many of our entrepreneurial support organizations as well as my business owners. I can't wait to hear your thoughts on the interview—your feedback means the world to me!
Catch the episode on your local PBS station, follow "Black Issues Forum" on their website, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for updates and full episodes.
Let’s keep the conversation going. Tune in tonight and let me know what you think!
| | UPCOMING EVENTS | We have a full lineup of empowering events to support you on your journey: Kick off the new year with an exclusive networking launch & brunch! Join us to celebrate the new and explore our membership benefits, connect with like-minded professionals, and ignite growth for your business. |  | Begin your business journey on the right foot with the people who know how to help you stay focused and avoid all the startup mistakes. Discover key strategies, resources, and connections essential for launching and growing your venture. Join us for expert-led sessions hosted by Cherith Roberson of Flourish & Growth, Chisa Pennix-Brown of Give It To The People and our network of statewide colleagues that will set your startup on the right track. This transformative event is hosted by the Bertie Business Network and is designed to elevate your professional journey by fostering meaningful connections, promoting collaborative endeavors, and cultivating a pathway to unparalleled success. Chisa will close the weekend with the Success Cultivating Brunch. |  | Elevate your entrepreneurial support organization's impact at CapacityCon by avoiding repetition, duplication, and overlapping events. CapacityCon is here to foster real collaboration that does more than check a box and helps you to work with new partners, aligning goals, metrics, and marketing that resonates with entrepreneurs looking for your services. Engage in dynamic sessions on NCEEM, marketing, funding, and team wellness, designed to equip business growth organizations with actionable strategies for sustainable growth and success. |  | - E3 Durham: Building Capacity for Your Business- February 20, 2025
Take your marketing strategy to the next level with "Building Marketing Capacity for Your Business," a hands-on workshop designed to empower existing business owners who are ready to connect, grow, and elevate their marketing game. Hosted by Chisa Pennix-Brown, Chief Curator of Give It To The People, this workshop will immerse you in actionable techniques to enhance your brand’s visibility and engagement. Join us for an interactive session that combines strategic guidance with practical activities, ensuring you leave with a customized marketing plan ready for implementation. Celebrate Black excellence in business throughout NC. Connect with inspiring leaders, exchange impactful insights, and strengthen collaborative networks that drive success within our community. Join us for an empowering experience of growth and unity. The 4th Annual BLK BIZ Summit will help entrepreneurs, partners, and sponsors to immerse yourself in the art of business. This summit will offer insights into creative strategies for Black entrepreneurship, including branding, storytelling, artificial intelligence, business certification, and innovative marketing, empowering you to elevate your business and community impact. Registration opens in December. | UPCOMING WEBINARS | Wed, Dec 4 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Choosing the Right Social Media: What Do You Need? Wed, Dec 4 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Creating Better Emails Using SEO with AI Tue, Jan 7 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM 90 Day Content Marketing Mon, Jan 13 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Creating Social Media Content Tue, Jan 14 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM How To Use AI for Business Tue, Jan 21 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Canva and AI Tools & Tips Thu, Jan 23 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM How to Start a Side Hustle Mon, Jan 27 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM 2:00 PM How to Maximize Social Media Tue, Jan 28 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Creating Digital Products for Your Business Tue, Feb 4 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Upgrade Your Social Media with AI Mon, Feb 10 12L00 PM TO 1 PM From Chaos to Control Thu, Feb 20 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM How to Use AI for Business Thu, Mar 13 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM How to Create a YouTube Channel | ECOSYSTEM HAPPENINGS |  | NOW BOOKING FOR 2025 |  | | BOOK A QUICK CHAT | Share these events and this newsletter. We look forward to seeing you there! The Browns | FOLLOW US |     |
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