PICTURE THIS!!
Networking opportunities -FIRE Speakers + Special performances -Live DJ -Marketplace -Mini fashion segments - Giveaways - Mouth Watering Food & Drank - Complimentary Parking – Headshots – No dress code type conference WITH A festival feel. This event is different than the norm! Yes, let's shake up the industry together! This Business Festival is a celebration of innovation, creativity, and the entrepreneurial spirit. Being the first of it's kind, this immersive and interactive business festival is aimed to disrupt the business industry, conference industry and networking industry as we know.
FIRE SPEAKERS
We bring you THE BEST speakers around. Experts in their fields, these thought leaders will provide insight on the latest trends and ideas in business & share success stories, You will leave with practical insights and tangible resources that will not only meet your expectations but will empower you to surpass your objectives with strategy and actionable empowerment.
FIND YOUR BUSINESS BESTIE/BUDDY
At the MBE Festival, we encourage you to let your hair down! Relax, unbutton your top button why don't ya! You'll have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, learn about innovative business strategies, and discover new opportunities in the startup and small business sphere. This is event is open for all!! Come with your friends! Come with your groups! This is an excellent place for team building as we can all grow together! Come by yourself! You may arrive without knowing anyone, guaranteed to change by the time you leave!
Your 2024 MBE Fest SPEAKERS
Darius Stanton
Darius Stanton
Darius Stanton
CEO of The Stanton Group Inc. & managing partner of a renewable energy start-
up Green Strategic Solutions.
Cortney Webb
Darius Stanton
Darius Stanton
CEO of Graphene Monarch, Cortney is THE Identity and Mastery Coach.
Imani Watson
Darryl Barnes
Marcus Johnson
Successful Young Entrepreneur, Imani has been a serial entrepreneur since 13. Running multiple companies and now a publish author.
Darryl Barnes
Darryl Barnes
Darryl Barnes
President & CEO of the Bi-County Business Roundtable. Senior executive turned business owner with over two decades of successful experience providing fiscal, strategic, and operations leadership in uniquely challenging organizations seeking growth.
TRU
TRU
TRU
Our MBE Festival Visionary, CEO of TRU Creative Consulting & Power Players Media. Brilliant marketing maven and business strategist.
Our 2023 Previous Speakers
TASHA PENN-LYONS
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
REGINALD D. SMITH
Tasha Penn-Lyons, Serial Entrepreneur: CEO, Lyon Dens Group and Taja'Ly Studio of Hair. You've also seen this savvy CEO on Love & Marriage: DC of the OWN network. She has had roles on BET, Paramount Plus, and more
REGINALD D. SMITH
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
REGINALD D. SMITH
Coach Reg, Relationship Coach: Author & Owner of R U Coached, you can count on Coach Reg to give tips on relationship building, communication, and emotional intelligence.
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
Dr. T, LPC the "Self-Care Docta": Best-Selling author and self-care advocate. Dr. T has been recognized nationally/internationally for her many contributions in the mental health field and self-care practices.
TIARA J
IVORY HOWARD
TRICIALAND HILLIARD-TYRONE, LPC
The Tiara J., Celebrity Stylist: We know when you look good, you feel good!! Tiara J.’s work speaks for itself as she has styled stars on BET and VH1 awards…go from ordinary to extraordinary!!
IVORY HOWARD
IVORY HOWARD
IVORY HOWARD
Ivory Howard, MPH: Yoga and Pilates instructor/featured in U.S. News and World Report, Health Digest, Fit & Well, Weight Watchers, and more
JAIDA MOORE
IVORY HOWARD
IVORY HOWARD
Hosted our Headshot Happy Hour! Portrait Photographer for women specializing in branding, boudoir and lifestyle images.
