Black Owned Business Kansas City

2025 BOBKC Quarterly Networking Event (The Legacy Lab: Building Wealth, Community, and Impact)
2025-06-18 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Event Description:
Unlock the tools to grow your business and leave a lasting impact with The Legacy Lab: Building Wealth, Community, and Impact. This hands-on workshop series is designed to empower Black entrepreneurs with strategies to scale their businesses while creating meaningful change within their communities.
Through interactive sessions, expert-led discussions, and collaborative activities, this event will provide actionable insights into wealth-building, sustainable business growth, and leveraging entrepreneurial success to uplift the community. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or just starting, this workshop is tailored to equip you with the skills and knowledge to build a legacy of excellence.

Event Highlights:

Keynote: The Blueprint of Legacy

A powerful address on the importance of building generational wealth and creating lasting impact through entrepreneurship.

Workshop: Scaling for Success

A practical session focused on strategies for business growth, from funding and scaling operations to effective leadership.

Panel: Uplifting Communities Through Business

A discussion with Black entrepreneurs who have successfully used their businesses to support and invest in their communities.

Breakout Sessions:

“Wealth Building for Entrepreneurs”: Financial planning and investment strategies for long-term success.
“Community-Driven Branding”: Aligning your brand values with community impact.

Collaborative Activity: Impact Mapping

Participants work together to outline actionable ways to scale their businesses while directly benefiting their communities.

Expert Office Hours:

One-on-one or small group consultations with financial and business growth experts.

Closing Mixer: Networking for Legacy

An informal networking session to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, share insights, and solidify plans for collaboration.

Who Should Attend:

Black entrepreneurs and business owners seeking growth strategies.
Community-focused leaders looking to leverage business for impact.
Aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to build a strong foundation for success.

Event Goals:

Equip attendees with tools to scale their businesses sustainably.
Foster a sense of community among Black entrepreneurs.
Highlight ways to use entrepreneurial success to create generational wealth and community uplift.

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Support this transformative event and connect with a network of forward-thinking entrepreneurs. Contact us for sponsorship details.

Step into The Legacy Lab and leave equipped to grow your business, build wealth, and create a legacy that makes a difference.

2025 BOBKC Quarterly Networking Event (Culture & Commerce: Elevating Black Entrepreneurs)
2025-09-17 17:00
Event Description:
Celebrate the power of cultural identity in business at Culture & Commerce: Elevating Black Entrepreneurs, an empowering event designed to help Black business owners harness their heritage to elevate their brands. This evening will explore how culture intersects with commerce, with a focus on using cultural narratives in branding and marketing strategies to build authentic, successful businesses.
Through insightful keynote speeches, dynamic panel discussions, and practical workshops, attendees will learn how to leverage cultural elements to differentiate their businesses in the marketplace, connect with a broader audience, and stay true to their roots. Additionally, the event will feature networking opportunities, a Black Business Marketplace showcasing local entrepreneurs, and expert consultations to provide actionable tools for growth.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Culture & Commerce: Elevating Black Entrepreneurs will provide the inspiration and resources you need to turn cultural heritage into a powerful business asset.

Event Highlights:

Keynote Address: An inspiring talk on the power of leveraging cultural heritage in business.
Panel Discussion: Featuring successful Black entrepreneurs who have integrated cultural narratives into their branding.
Workshops: Learn practical strategies for cultural branding and heritage marketing.
Black Business Marketplace: Showcase of Black-owned businesses with cultural products and services.
Networking Opportunities: Build meaningful connections with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry experts.
Expert Office Hours: Personalized consultations with branding and marketing professionals.
Roundtable Discussions: Engage in small group discussions on balancing authenticity with commercial success.
Closing Mixer: Celebrate the evening’s learnings and foster lasting connections with the community.

Who Should Attend:

Black entrepreneurs and small business owners
Marketers and creatives interested in cultural branding
Community members seeking to support and connect with Black-owned businesses

Join us for an evening of culture, commerce, and collaboration that will inspire and empower Black entrepreneurs to elevate their businesses and make an impact in the marketplace.

2025 BOBKC Quarterly Networking Event (Holiday Connection & Gift Mart)
2025-12-03 17:00
Event Description:
Celebrate the season while preparing your business for year-end success! Join Black Owned Business Kansas City (BOBKC) for the Holiday Connection & Gift Mart, a vibrant and festive event that blends community networking, local shopping, and expert insights to help you close out 2024 on a high note and set the stage for an impactful 2025.
What to Expect:

Holiday Gift Mart: Explore a curated selection of Black-owned businesses showcasing unique gifts, crafts, and services perfect for the holiday season.
Expert Tips & Strategies: Learn from local professionals with actionable advice on maximizing holiday sales, preparing for tax season, and creating actionable goals for the new year.
Networking Opportunities: Forge connections with fellow entrepreneurs, community members, and potential collaborators in a lively, supportive setting.
Live Entertainment & Festive Fun: Enjoy live performances, seasonal refreshments, and interactive holiday-themed activities.
Buffet & Cash Bar: Indulge in a delicious buffet and unwind with drinks from our cash bar while mingling with attendees.
Door Prizes & Raffle Giveaways: Participate in exciting raffles and giveaways with the chance to win amazing prizes.

Whether you’re a business owner seeking growth, a shopper searching for one-of-a-kind gifts, or a community member looking to support local entrepreneurs, this event offers something special for everyone. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate, connect, and shop local during this joyous time of year.
