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Breaking The Cycle Of Inequity In The Workplace, Brittany Cole

Black Issues Conference

Forbes recently highlighted a new study by LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Co. which paints a troubling picture about the treatment of black women in the workplace. According to the Women in The Workplace 2018 survey, "women of color are not only significantly underrepresented, they are far less likely than others to be promoted to manager, more likely to face everyday discrimination and less likely to receive support from their managers." This workshop will provide insights, resources and hands on exercises to help black talent create a strategic leadership development plan around their career brand in order to advance despite barriers …

Going From Side Hustle To Ceo Through Incorporation, Lemon Williams

Black Issues Conference

Many young brothers launch their side business as sole proprietorships in which they and their businesses are essentially one and the same. This can present limitations that can be avoided big taking the step to incorporate sooner than later.

Changing the format of a small business to a corporation or a Limited Liability Company (LLC) can offer a range of advantages for entrepreneurs. Most notable is that a corporation or LLC protects entrepreneurs' personal assets in case debts or legal judgments are claimed against the business.

But there are many other practical reasons why the corporation proves to be an …

Combating Intersection-Related Imposter Phenomenon In The Workplace Through Career Readiness, Simone Stewart

Black Issues Conference

Research has determined that Impostor Phenomenon (IP) most likely occurs in members of minority groups, students, first generation professionals and persons for whom success came quickly. Other studies have shown that many professional women are One of the ways to combat IP is through the development of competencies needed in your career. Attend this workshop to learn how to develop strategies to approach career competency while on campus and throughout your career to keep you on top of your game!

Going From Side Hustle To Ceo Through Incorporation, Lemon Williams

Black Issues Conference

We need more Black millionaires. Many sisters and brothers launch their side business without taking advantage of setting them up as corporations. This can present limitations that can be avoided by taking the step to incorporate sooner than later. The range of advantages for entrepreneurs include; better access to capital, tax benefits, and continuous employment to name a few. Let's explore the pros, cons, and possibility of thinking big with small business.

"You Know Black People Don`T…", Colber Prosper, Earl Coleman

Black Issues Conference

This interactive session will examine some of the historical foundations of African American identity; while challenging the perceptions and expectations of ¨acceptable behavior.¨

What’S In Your Wallet?: The Money Management Simulation, Michael R. Reynolds, Tyvi T. Small

Black Issues Conference

We all know the saying: Money makes the world go ‘round. It is no secret that a major part of achieving the American dream is through wise financial decisions. However, with the increasing costs of college education, students are graduating with more debt than ever before. In this session, attendees will participate in a post-graduation simulation where their financial decision-making will be put to the test. This will be a segment of the conference that attendees will definitely remember.