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Join us on October 3, 2025!
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The Mass Black Expo 2025 kicks off
Nicole Obi
President & CEO
Black Economic Council of Massachusetts
Examining how Black philanthropy and self reliance can fund and protect intergenerational wealth and infrastructure.
Lily Sargent
Moderator
Wagner Foundation
Bithiah Carter
Give Black Alliance
Joseph Charles
Rock City Pizza
Mary Skelton Roberts
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Alphonso David, one of the foremost civil rights attorneys and a life-long advocate for social and economic justice, serves as the President & CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum. Mr. David brings more than two decades of experience in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, where he has worked to advance the rights of marginalized communities through policy, legislation, litigation, and advocacy.
Lunch for all.
50 Exhibitors
Seizing opportunities amidst global change, AI transformation, and the “Silver Tsunami” of business ownership transitions.
Teri Williams
OneUnited Bank
Rev. Christopher Hope
The Hope Group
The Loop Lab
Shawna Young
Camelback Ventures
Chad Patterson
Moderator
SW Ventures
An urgent dialogue that will unpack the impact of the changing federal policy landscape for clean energy and how businesses, policymakers, and leaders are envisioning what comes next.
Anel Bellevue
Re-Volt Charging, Inc
Joshua Aviv
Sparkcharge
Kerry Bowie
Browning the Green Space, Inc.
Erik Andrade
Moderater, Oceantic Network
An urgent dialogue on defending historic economic gains while uplifting bold legislative solutions in economic development, housing, childcare, climate, and wealth-building for the decade ahead.
Senator Adam Gómez
Massachusetts State House
Rep. Russell Holmes
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Alyssa Benalfew-Ramos
Moderator, BECMA
Cassandria Campbell
Fresh Food Generation
Patricia Spence
Urban Farming Institute
Monica Cost
Moderator, The Core Value Company
Jaylen Brown
NBA Champion
Micheal Holley
Sports Commentator
Nicole Obi
President & CEO
Black Economic Council of Massachusetts
Join us as we close out the Mass Black Expo! Grab apps and drinks, and take advantage of an opportunity to network & connect!
The celebration doesn’t stop when the Expo ends!
Join us for the official Mass Black Expo 2025 After Party on Friday, October 3, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Grace by Nia, in partnership with LiteWork Events.
After a powerful day of connecting, learning, and celebrating excellence at the Mass Black Expo, close out the evening in style. The After Party is your chance to unwind, network in a more relaxed setting, and enjoy the energy of Boston’s diverse business community.
Expect live music, dancing, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs from across the region. Each ticket includes a complimentary drink, sponsored by Proximo Spirits and Martignetti Companies.
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