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Prepare to elevate your career and business at the Black Women Business Exhibit & Professional Convention, the premier gathering for black women entrepreneurs and professionals.

21

March,
2025

Opening Keynote, Panels, Masterclass, Exhibition and Career Fair

Vancouver Convention Centre, Canada
09:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.

22

March,
2025

Panels, Masterclass, Exhibition, Career Fair and Networking

Vancouver Convention Centre, Canada
09:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.
Welcome to BWBN Expo

About the
Exhibit

Founded in 2022, the Black Women Business Exhibit & Professional Convention has grown from a local networking event to a global platform for innovation, collaboration, and growth for Black women entrepreneurs and professionals. By promoting meaningful connections, knowledge sharing, and opportunities, BWEPC empowers Black women in the international business landscape. Our mission is to empower and elevate Black women entrepreneurs and professionals in the global business landscape.

The Black Women Business Exhibit, Professional Convention, and Career Fair is an integrated, two-day event held during International Women’s Month. This dynamic platform is dedicated to empowering and showcasing Black women entrepreneurs, professionals, and job seekers, while also welcoming a diverse range of Canadian and global participants. The event fosters business growth, career development, networking, and allyship, while addressing the systemic barriers Black women face in the business and professional world.

Mastering Global Business

Featured Masterclass Speakers

Masterclasses

Empowering Black Women Leaders

Unlock your potential with expert-led masterclasses designed to elevate Black women in business. From entrepreneurship and leadership to finance and AI, gain practical skills and strategies to thrive in today’s global market.

Breaking Barriers to Tech Jobs 

Speaker: Pasima Sule CEO Solid Rock Life and Business | ED & Founder Black Women Business Network
Pasima Sule offers practical strategies to overcome challenges and succeed in the tech industry, whether you are starting or transitioning in your career.

Business Strategies for Black Entrepreneurs

Speaker: Tiffany Callender, CEO & Co-Founder of FACE
Tiffany Callender shares impactful business strategies tailored for Black entrepreneurs, focusing on overcoming unique challenges and achieving sustainable growth.

Leading Purpose-Driven Organizations

Speaker: Dara Parker, Incoming CEO, Toniic
Dara Parker shares insights and strategies for purposeful leadership, driving impact, and inspiring mission-driven success, empowering leaders and to be leaders to transform their organizations

Leadership: The CEO in You

Speaker: Irene Mugisha Birungi, CEO, The Presidential CEO Forum Uganda 
Unlock your leadership potential with Irene Mugisha's insights on driving personal innovation and transformation in today's dynamic global business environment.

Mastering Finance for Business Growth 

Speaker: Bukkie Adewuyi, VP, Internal Audit and Risk Advisory, Aritzia
Master key business finance skills with expert Bukkie Adewuyi. Learn to manage finances, understand funding options, and make strategic decisions to fuel business growth.

Using AI and Transforming Your Business

Speaker: James Rout PhD, Executive Director, Cognitive Analytics
Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries worldwide. Join AI expert James Rout as he demystifies AI technology and explores its applications in business.

Proposal Writing Mastery 

Speaker: Franklin Bouguep, ED & Founder, Black Buildup
Master the art of Proposal writing with Franklin Bouguep. Learn to craft compelling proposals, and boost your chances of securing funding for your projects in this practical masterclass.

CEO Solid Rock Life and Business
CEO & Co-Founder of FACE
CEO, The Presidential CEO Forum Uganda
VP, Internal Audit and Risk Advisory, Aritzia
Executive Director, Cognitive Analytics
ED & Founder, Black Buildup 

 I gained a lot of knowlege about writing and winning grants, the presenter was extremely knowledgeable and a great teacher

Susan Ojekunle

Ideation to Market Masterclass

It was an informative session, and we really learnt a lot

Mabel Niniwaa 

Grant Writing Essentials Masterclass
Celebrating Indigenous Innovation

Canadian Aboriginal Exhibitors Spotlight

Join us at the Black Women Business Exhibit & Professional Convention 2025 to celebrate the creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of Canadian Aboriginal exhibitors. This spotlight highlights Indigenous innovators who drive change and shape the future through unique products, services, and business solutions.

By showcasing their contributions, we honour their rich cultural heritage and support their journey to global business success. Explore a diverse range of industries, from traditional crafts to cutting-edge technology, and discover how Indigenous entrepreneurs are making an impact locally and internationally.

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International

For International Attendees and Exhibitors

Domestic and US

For Domestic and US Attendees and Exhibitors

Canadian Recruiters Only

This is for Canadian Career Fair Exhibitors Only

International Registration

**All refund requests are subject to a 15% non-refundable administrative fee for the processing of refunds and bank charges. This fee will be deducted from the total refunded amount. A full refund (less the administrative fee) will be provided upon presentation of a visa refusal letter for nationals requiring visas.