โAGENCY is the capacity of individuals or entities to act independently and make their own free choices.โ
Spring forward in life with this hybrid conference celebrating powerful women in business, culture, and community.ย
Empower yourself with uplifting panels, executive conversations, multi-level engagement, and entrepreneurial success seminars.ย
HONORS
Intimate awards ceremony and cocktail in top AACM markets
7 to 10 accomplished Black women inducted into this elite sisterhood in each market
Celebrate women in business, entrepreneurship, fashion, education, the arts, civic leadership, entertainment and more
Emceed by local personalitiesย and rolling out editors
Honorees and guests enjoy great local food, live music, entertainment, and more
BLACK WOMENย AREโฆ
- 24M Black women inย the US.
- $1.2T Black spending power is heavily driven by Black women.
- 16.4% of bachelorโs degree graduates & are outpacing other ethnic, gender segments.
- 2.7M are entrepreneurs & the fastest-growing group. Outpacing other segments at 50% growth.
- Have steadily led the way in the fight for civil rights in America for over a century.ย
- Black consumers over index as trend-setters, which includes around 30 percent of Black consumers.
AUDIENCE ARCHETYPES
Entrepreneurs looking to build and extend
9-Thrivers those who work a full-time job but excel outside of their work.
Corporate Execs who want to connect with thought leaders
Professionals sharing information and engaging in community development
Side Hustlers looking to educate themselves on their growing business
Industry Leaders looking to elevate and expand their impact
Community Organizers that want to connect with thought-leaders
2024 ACTIVATION MARKETSย
VIRTUAL- March 22-23
PHILADELPHIA- April 18
ATLANTA- May 16
DETROIT- June 20
WASHINGTON DC- July 11
CHICAGO-August 15
NEW YORK- September 5
OAKLAND- October 10
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Ingrid Best is more than a wine entrepreneur; she’s a global citizen, an advocate for diversity and inclusion, and a beacon of inspiration for women everywhere. Through IBest Wines, she’s not only changing the way we think about wine but also how we connect with one another. And with her unwavering commitment to authenticity and empowerment, there’s no doubt that her influence will continue to grow.
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