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Welcome to the MBE Festival!

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Meet the Visionary

Tara "Tru" Russell

2x Amazon Best Selling Author & Serial Entrepreneur. Tru is a multiple streams of income advocate. CEO of TRU Creative Consulting & Power Players Media, one of the DMV's Premiere Marketing & Media Firm.

TRU's mission as a Women’s Empowerment and Business Strategy Speaker is to provide visibility & credibility to increase business owners’ profitability. 

The Mission Behind MBE Fest

In developing the MBE Fest, I understood that business conferences needed a make over, some re-defining & a lot more life. With that the Mind, Body & Entrepreneurship Festival was born. 

Being the first of it's kind, this immersive and interactive business festival is aimed to disrupt the business industry & networking as we know it!   

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

To “BE” your best self in Entrepreneurship, WE must “BE” our best in our Mind and Body!

PICTURE THIS!!

Networking opportunities -FIRE Speakers  + Special performances -Live DJ -Marketplace -On-Site Web Designs - 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,  thought leaders that provide insight on the latest trends and ideas in business & share success stories, You will leave with practical knowledge 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 MBE Fest., 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! 

ON-SITE WEB DESIGN

At MBE Fest, You can come to the table with an idea and domain name, You leave with a basic website to get you started on your Entrepreneurial journey. 

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. 

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Cortney Webb

Darius Stanton

Darius Stanton

CEO of Graphene Monarch, Cortney is THE  Identity and Mastery Coach. 

Marcus Johnson

Darius Stanton

Marcus Johnson

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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. 

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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. 

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William Lord

Darryl Barnes

Darryl Barnes

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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.  

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