OUR PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS RECEPTION

In Collaboration with: Palm Beach County OEBO, City of Riviera Beach, City of Riviera Beach CRA

We’re coming together for a powerful collaboration to celebrate National Black Business Month, bringing together Black business owners, government leaders, and entrepreneurs from across Palm Beach County for a full day of engagement, education, and celebration.

From the Vendor Expo to two impactful panel discussions and the community-nominated People’s Choice Awards, this event is where connections are made, ideas are shared, and inspiration grows.

Panel Discussions

Panel 1: Navigating DEI: The Impacts on Business Opportunities, Financing, and Growth
Moderator: Joseph Sanches, COO, School District of Palm Beach County
Panelists:

• Tonya Davis Johnson, Director, Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity

• Frank Hayden, City of West Palm Beach

• Pamela Stewart, President, InclusiFi

• James Green, Director, Palm Beach County Community Services Department

Panel 2: Who Needs DEI: Using Our $2T Buying Power to Grow Black Businesses
Moderator: Katrina Long Robinson, Government Affairs Chair, Black Chamber of Commerce of PBC
Panelists:

• Keely Gideon-Taylor, President, Black Chamber of Commerce of PBC

• Patrick Franklin, President & CEO, Urban League of Palm Beach County

• Ricky Wade, McDonald’s Franchisee & Community Leader

• Alfred Fields, Economic Development Chair, NAACP

• Denise Mutamba, Managing Attorney, MDM Law

🏆 Our People’s Choice Awards Reception – Special Thanks to Our Sponsor:
Velocity Community Credit Union

Cap off the day by celebrating the community’s favorite local businesses, nominated and voted on by YOU. Enjoy light bites, music, and networking.

RSVP Now? Space is Limited!
Sign up to become a Vendor for the Expo here.