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Why attend the Blaze Virtual Summit
SUMMIT FEATURES
The Ultimate Experience
TED Talks
Receive inspiration at the soul-level so that you do things that have never been done. Risk takers make history; let some of the best to do it pour into you.
Virtual Fitness
Innovative creatives will show you how to immerse yourself (and your audience) into tech-driven solutions at scale. We're working it out, sis!
Workshops
Coaches will teach you everything you need to know about Web 3.0, the metaverse, community building and more. It's your time to shine!
Juneteenth Tributes
Celebrate Juneteenth with spoken word, poetry and soul! Creatives from around the world will show up to pay homage to powerful resilience!
Female DJs
We're backing it up for the year '99-2000! Let your hair down and twerk whatcha mama gave ya! We'll dance like no one is watching!
Honest Conversations
We'll host powerful discussions about the most pressing topics of today. As we lift our voices, we make space in the world for one another to be seen.
Curate the perfect experience for yourself!
Attend all sessions offered or cherry-pick the ones that scream “perfect timing!” Upon registering, you will be able to add individual sessions directly to your calendar so that you don’t miss a thing. What are you waiting for?
GET TO KNOW THE
Event Speakers
Bianca Jackson
Founder
Alexis Davis
Doctor, Healer, Goddess
Sharon Drapeau
Owner, Coach and Consultant
Dr. Tamara Beckford
CEO and Emergency Physician
Rita Mavunda
CEO and Advocate Founder
Jionni Olamidè
Your Spiritual Plug
Akea Collins
Owner & Founder
Alechia Reese
Founder & Transformation Coach
Monet Quarles
CEO
Priscilla Asonibare
Founder & CEO
Jasmine Prince
Founder
Amber Nicole Booth-McCoy
Chief Executive Officer
Katina White
Executive Director
Meagan Dawnavette
Executive Director
Casey Richardson
Founder
Tina Bonner
Founder and CEO
Joquina Reed
Owner
Raphie Wagner
Founder
Cheryl Carr
CEO
Neena Speer, Esq.
Principal
Isabel Leong
SEO Coach & Travel Blogger
Coffy Davis
Founder/Project/Author/Activist
Marie Smith
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Geretta Benjamin
Founder
Christina Stewart
CEO & Founder
Kristen Edwards
Speaker, Coach, & Podcaster
Chelly Bell
CEO
Vernice Nazare
Founder and Co-Creator
Dr. Makeda Moore
Holistic Health Healer
Faye Tillery
Creator & Founder
SACRED SISTERHOOD.
Protected Space for Black Women
Come as you are - from the comfort of your couch... in your power position from your work area... or over wine alongside your favorite women. There is space for you. We look forward to connecting genuinely + intimately.
DOWN TO THE DETAILS
Event Schedule
- 10:00a - 11:00a Eastern
- Main Stage
Registration / General Information
Drop in during this hour to gain a holistic understanding of how to navigate the virtual summit platform + learn about all that is in store for you! There is a Main Stage that will host speakers + DJs, a Blaze Lounge which accommodates free-flowing table discussions, a fluid space for floating around conversational clusters, an Booth Hall full of black-owned businesses, fun virtual reality mixers... and so much more!
- 11:00a - 11:40a Eastern
- Dr. Makeda Moore
- Main Stage
Meditation & Sound Bath Experience
Dr. Makeda Moore is a Holistic Health Healer with a doctorate in Clinical & Health Psychology. She is on a mission to heal and empower through the power of spiritual connection, trauma processing, purpose finding, and African-centered psychotherapy. Dr. Makeda recently relocated to the continent of Africa to expand her toolkit of ancestral healing practices for the mind, body and spirit. Join Dr. Makeda as she opens the summit with a guided meditation and sound bath. This restorative will awaken our hearts and prepare our minds, bodies, & spirits for all the magic of this summer's Blaze Virtual Summit.
- 11:40a - 12:00p Eastern
- Casey Richardson
- Main Stage
Official Summit Kick-Off!
Let's get this party started, ladiesssss!! Casey Richardson, Founder of BLAZE GROUP LLC, officially opens the conference with an inspirational message + a special challenge to summit participants. Casey is a well-respected Business + Financial expert across America, Europe and Africa. She founded BLAZE GROUP LLC to provide Black women with access to knowledge, mentorship and capital. She has also launched TablexTribe, the socio-business iOS + Android app for Black female entrepreneurs. She is proud to serve +3,500 Black female entrepreneurs through BLAZE.
- 12:00p - 12:20p Eastern
- Akea Collins
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Vision, Intention, Manifestation
Akea Collins, MBA-HCA is the Owner & Founder of Opulent Branding. She has definitely made a name for herself as the Vision Board G.O.A.T. in these streets! As a long-term committed change agent in her community, she has a strong desire to assist clients in achieving their financial goals including the obtainment of a six-figure salary in their business. Akea is the perfect expert to help us set our bold intentions for the summit. We are capable of thriving in the coming age of Web 3.0. We are worthy of all the success that our dreams will usher us into. We are powerful beyond measure. Come to state your goals.
- 12:30p - 12:50p Eastern
- Sharon Drapeau
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: She Breathes Life
Support. Advocate. Inspire. Self-proclaimed Magical Melanated Motivator Sharon is a dedicated coach and consultant, and founder of Drapeau Collective, LLC. The not-so-new entrepreneur values sisterhood, support, and sharing to inspire. She is on a mission to help female entrepreneurs settle emotional debts, ending the false starts of starting and scaling a business. Building community since 2014, she strives to coach women of color to balance their saboteurs, find their tribe, and recognize their self-worth.
- 1:00p - 2:00p Eastern
- SheJay T.O.
- Main Stage
DJ Set: SheJay T.O.
DJ T.O. aka “Carolina’s Hottest SHEJAY” has been making her lane in a predominately male industry starting in South Carolina and branching out to various states. She has become one of the premier DJs in the south and Carolina’s #1 Female DJ. T.O. has served as the official DJ for numerous events, some of which include the 2010 Greek Picnic in Brooklyn, NY, Clinique Fresh Faces Tour, Kandi Koated Nights, USC Homecoming Step Show, Delta Sigma Theta Regional Conference, Rickey Smiley Morning Show and more. You can listen to DJ T.O. on the radio in Charlotte, NC (WQNC), Florence, SC (WYNN), Raleigh, NC (WQOK), and Sirius XM FLY.
- 2:00p - 2:40p Eastern
- Tina Bonner
- Main Stage
Workshop: To Be Black in Meta
Tina transitioned into full time entrepreneurship immediately after graduating from college in 2013. Since then, he's toured the nation hosting sold out shows and has simultaneously founded 4 companies! Tina says, "You shouldn’t have to figure out the metaverse, web3, & NFTs by just "googling" + watching random TikTok or Youtube videos. You should be able to learn from someone who has already BEEN through the learning process." Tina is showing up to guide you to the Metaverse, NFTs and Web3. Her advice is digestible and practical. Roll call to all Black women - meet Tina HERE!!
- 3:00p - 4:00p Eastern
- Casey Ariel Richardson & Lyndsae' Peele
- Main Stage
Live Podcast Taping: Digital Black Wall Street
Hosts: Casey Ariel Richardson & Lyndsae' Peele
Casey Ariel and Lyndsae' Peele are two Black women with deep, deep knowledge in banking. Separately, these powerhouses have used their cultural competence + unmatched skills to unlock leverage for Black founders. More recently, Casey and Lyndsae' have teamed up to create one of their most revolutionary solutions yet - unlimited capital access for Black female founders around the globe. Casey and Lyndsae' have embarked on a journey of learning, stretching, growing, and risk-taking - and they will be leveraging creative mediums to provide others with back-stage views glimpses of their progress. Pull up to the show!
- 4:00p - 4:20p Eastern
- Zariah Cameron
- Main Stage
Workshop: Performative Inclusion & Equity
Zariah Cameron is an Equity Centered UX Strategist and who is well-equipped to call a spade a spade. In this quickly-evolving age of digital, thought leaders must make sure that the playing field is truly level for all. Join this session to learn how to tactically create + protect space for the historically disenfranchised.
- 4:30p - 5:10p Eastern
- Marie Smith
- Main Stage
Workshop: Beyond the Bag - Build a B.O.L.D. Brand
Marie is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Data 360 and a key visionary behind the Hip Hop Hackathon. A prolific leader, advisor, coach and mentor - Marie works + advocates for digital + technology literacy to the economic gap via equity and explainable AI. Marie has been a founding contributor to +50 media, tech and wellness companies and projects which have contributed to +$100 million in transactions. She works with 10 coaching frameworks to help individuals find their own personal algorithm for getting their results, lives and businesses to the ultimate level. Join this session to learn how YOU can EASILY tap into tech today.
- 5:30p - 5:55p Eastern
- Casey Richardson
- Main Stage
Workshop: Interest Free Financing with Kiva
With the boom of technological innovation and global interconnectivity, entrepreneurs have far more capital raising options than generations of the past. Kiva.org has been leading the charge in bridging entrepreneurs with capital. Join this session to learn how easy it is to raise capital with Kiva, hearing first hand accounts from women in the Blaze Community.
- 6:00p - 8:00p Eastern
- Kiva.org
- Exhibition Hall
Visit the Kiva.org Booth for 0% Interest Biz Funding!
Kiva is the world's first online lending platform, connecting online lenders to entrepreneurs. In 1Q of 2022 alone, Kiva provided $16,000 in funding to members of the Blaze Group community. Visit their booth + private lounge to grab a table with their staff and chat about how YOU can raise 0%, zero fee loans for your business as well!
- 10:00a - 11:00a Eastern
- Casey Richardson
- Main Stage
Registration / General Information
Drop in and get an understanding of how to navigate the virtual summit platform + learn about all that is in store for you! There is a Main Stage that will host speakers + DJs, a Blaze Lounge which accommodates fun speed networking + free-flowing table discussions, an Exhibition Hall that will be full of companies ready to speak with you during the Buy Black Virtual Market ... and so much more!
- 11:00a - 11:40a Eastern
- Bianca Jackson
- Main Stage
Workshop: Metaverse 101
Bianca J. Jackson is an award-winning Entrepreneur and Project Manager that owns BrickRose Exchange, a collaborative space that engages communities in-person and in the Metaverse. Her background in tech, digital marketing, and social impact has landed her coveted speaking opportunities at SXSW, Digital Summit Philadelphia, and Tech Inclusion NY. Her work has been featured in such publications as Forbes, Washington Post, and Tech Republic. One of her Metaverse projects, USA Today's The WallVR, won a Pulitzer Prize in 2018. Join this session to understand what the metaverse means for women like us!
- 12:00p - 12:40p Eastern
- Priscilla Asonibare
- Main Stage
Workshop: Art & NFTs Please
Priscilla is the Founder of Creatives Auction, an online platform for African Creatives to sign up and sell their arts, crafts and indigenous fashion pieces. As the creative industry across Africa is beginning to boom, Priscilla believes that the need for a sustainable and easily accessible means for creatives to market their work has never been more pressing. She's created a first-of-it’s kind online auction and e-commerce platform created to cater to African Creatives and she'll share what she's learned in the process.
- 1:00p - 2:00p Eastern
- DJ Red Corvette
- Main Stage
DJ Set: DJ Red Corvette
Red Corvette is a San Francisco, CA native, COO + co-founder of Women Sound Off and founder of Black Biz Bay Area. As one of the Bay Area's top DJs with 7+ years of experience, she's played across festivals, nightclubs, tours, branded events and much more. Red Corvette has rocked everything from Trillectro & Electric Forest to some of Cali and NYC's most popular night clubs and bars. Additionally, she's been on 2 national tours and has experience working alongside artists & bands. When it comes to branded events, she's DJ'd for Nike, Verizon, YouTube, Everlane and more. In conclusion, you're in good hands.
- 2:00p - 3:00p Eastern
- Multiple Panelists
- Main Stage
Panel Discussion: WTH is Web3?!
Panelists: Monet Quarles and Bianca Jackson
Many people are asking it. What the hell is Web3 and why does everyone keep talking about it? Web 3 is the next generation of the internet, one that puts the power is the hand of individual creators and users. This means that there will no longer be a focus on huge tech companies and the way that want the world to operate. Ownership is ours in the land of Web3. Join us to understand what that means for your business and your legacy.
- 3:00p - 3:40p Eastern
- Meagan Dawnavette
- Main Stage
Virtual Fitness Class: Pilates Playa!
Meagan Dawnavette is a double graduate of Howard University graduate ('04 & '07) who is passionate about aligning online business with wellness. Meagan teaches fitness classes, workplace wellness programs and shares healthy living resources! Meagan believes that virtual events and online ownership are the pathways forward. Rather than just telling you how - she's going to allow you to experience it! Join her fitness class and see just how immersive online offerings can be.
- 3:40p - 4:00p Eastern
- Monet Quarles
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Our Voices in Web 3
Monet Quarles is the CEO of Duchess Consulting LLC, a marketing and business development consulting firm in the crypto and NFT space. She is also the founder of The Crypto Duchess, a platform that provides education and resources about cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to the public. She has been researching in the crypto space since 2009 and has been an investor since 2012. Monet is originally from New York but currently resides in Houston, Texas. She is enthusiastic about helping onboard as many women of color as possible into the crypto and NFT space. You WANT to be in this workshop!
- 4:00p - 5:00p Eastern
- Blaze Lounge
Enter the Matrix: Speed Networking Hour
Yes - it is as fun as it sounds. Pull up in the Blaze Lounge to have automated rounds of 5-minute speed networking video sessions with other female entrepreneurs who are just as eager to connect as you are! Hitting it off with someone?? Plan to meet at a numbered table in the Blaze Lounge and continue the conversation without any time restrictions.
- 4:00p - 6:00p Eastern
- Blaze World (Virtual Reality)
Mixy in the Metaverse: Blaze World Party!
If you have an Oculus Quest 2 - Pull up, sis! We have created a safe, beautiful space for our community. Here, the only limits are your own creativity. 🙂 There is music, dancing, and opportunity for conversations with real Black female entrepreneurs from all over the world! We can't wait to see you inside.
- 4:00p - 8:00p Eastern
- Exhibition Hall
Business Booths: Check out the Vendors
If you have needs for your business, there is a strong chance that our exhibition hall has your solution! From logos to SEO optimization, client relationship management tools to capital - there are a host of businesses lined up to serve your needs. Check them out - there are some awesome promos with your name on them!
- 10:00a - 11:00a Eastern
- Main Stage
Registration / General Information
Drop in and get an understanding of how to navigate the virtual summit platform + learn about all that is in store for you! There is an Exhibition Hall full of companies ready to speak with you, a Main Stage that will host speakers + DJs, a Blaze Lounge which accommodates fun speed networking + free-flowing table discussions... and so much more!
- 11:00a - 11:30a Eastern
- Black Creatives
- Main Stage
An Ode to Black Women
Black Creatives grace the mic to shower Black women with love, affirmations and praise. Come in + have a seat! 🙂
- 11:30a - 11:50p Eastern
- Geretta Benjamin
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Girl You Gotta Believe It
Geretta Patrice, the founder of Purposed to Pour, is a multi-gifted Workflow and Systems Strategist who passionately helps entrepreneurs streamline their business processes through scalable systems and a Confidence Coach who takes absolute pride in helping women entrepreneurs build, embrace and take ownership of their God given confidence. She believes wholeheartedly that having bold belief and confidence is the stepping stone for making bold impact. Geretta is dedicated to guiding women on their journey of managing, maximizing and multiplying their life, business and wealth. She stands on the ideal that You Can’t Pour, Poor.
- 12:00p - 12:20p Eastern
- Alechia Reese
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Use Delusion to Create An Empowered Life
Alechia Reese is equal parts warm tea and Hennessy. She’s the principal for RGLP Group, Co-Founder of Tru3 Yoga Agency, and Co-Host of podcasts: "Triggered AF" and "Got Value?". She transformed her life from domestic violence victim to thriver building multiple lucrative brands. She now shows executives and marginalized emerging leaders how to leverage their personal and professional value to increase impact and decrease burnout. Alechia has worked with a myriad of organizations, including Zendaya Coleman and Soledad O'Brien to UPS, Verizon, Bank of America, Vogue Italia, Essence, Buzzfeed, and more.
- 12:30p - 12:50p Eastern
- Joquinna Reed
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Anti-Blackness Not Accepted
Joquina "Kina" Reed, is a JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) practitioner and owner of JReed Consulting LLC. She's the creator of the "Divesting from Whiteness" and "Please Say Black" podcasts and curator of The Anti-Blackness Reader project. Kina is constantly looking for opportunities to help others enlarge themselves and step out of the boxes they no longer fit. She holds a M.A in Communication Studies and formerly held a dual faculty administrator role at Louisiana State University as the Director of Forensics. Kina is a published researcher, conference presenter, public speaker and public advocate.
- 1:00p - 2:00p Eastern
- SheJay T.O.
- Main Stage
DJ Set: SheJay T.O.
DJ T.O. aka “Carolina’s Hottest SHEJAY” has been making her lane in a predominately male industry starting in South Carolina and branching out to various states. She has become one of the premier DJs in the south and Carolina’s #1 Female DJ. T.O. has served as the official DJ for numerous events, some of which include the 2010 Greek Picnic in Brooklyn, NY, Clinique Fresh Faces Tour, Kandi Koated Nights, USC Homecoming Step Show, Delta Sigma Theta Regional Conference, Rickey Smiley Morning Show and more. You can listen to DJ T.O. on the radio in Charlotte, NC (WQNC), Florence, SC (WYNN), Raleigh, NC (WQOK), and Sirius XM FLY.
- 2:00p - 3:00p Eastern
- Multiple Panelists
- Main Stage
Panel Discussion: Entrepreneurship in Africa
Panelists: Faye Tillery, Rita Mavunda, Alexis Davis
Many have dreamed of going back to the motherland to live a life that is much closer to their native experience. Some have imagined how much the word "home" would resonate more deeply if they were to be connected to mama Africa. There are countless women who have actually done it, and we're bringing them center-stage to unpack their experiences! Join Faye, Rita, Alexis and BLAZE Founder Casey as they share honest accounts of their experiences of living as expats in Africa!
- 3:00p - 3:40p Eastern
- Isabel Leong
- Main Stage
Workshop: Getting Found on Google
Isabel is a full-time travel blogger at Bel Around The World and SEO Coach who roams the world at a whim! Isabel helps aspiring content creators and brands get the most out of their online presence and financial freedom by ranking on Google faster with SEO. She has been featured as a speaker in other travel networks such as Traverse, Travel Massive and The Nomadic Network. Bring your notepads and pens - Isabel is going to give you all the game so that you make uncapped freedom a reality in your life as well!
- 4:00p - 5:00p Eastern
- Blaze Lounge
Enter the Matrix: Speed Networking Hour
Yes - it is as fun as it sounds. Pull up in the Blaze Lounge to have automated rounds of 5-minute speed networking video sessions with other female entrepreneurs who are just as eager to connect as you are! Hitting it off with someone?? Plan to meet at a numbered table in the Blaze Lounge and continue the conversation without any time restrictions.
- 4:00p - 6:00p Eastern
- Blaze World (Virtual Reality)
Mixy in the Metaverse: Blaze World Party!
If you have an Oculus Quest 2 - Pull up for a second day of fun in the metaverse! Blaze World is a safe, beautiful space created with our community in mind. Here, the only limits are your own creativity. 🙂 There is music, dancing, and opportunity for conversations with real Black female entrepreneurs from all over the world! We can't wait to see you inside.
- 5:00p - 8:00p Eastern
- Exhibition Hall
Business Booths: Check out the Vendors
If you have needs for your business, there is a strong chance that our exhibition hall has your solution! From logos to SEO optimization, client relationship management tools to capital - there are a host of businesses lined up to serve your needs. Check them out - there are some awesome promos with your name on them!
- 10:00a - 11:00a Eastern
- Main Stage
Registraton / General Information
Drop in and get an understanding of how to navigate the virtual summit platform + learn about all that is in store for you! There is a Main Stage that will host speakers + DJs, a Blaze Lounge which accommodates fun speed networking + free-flowing table discussions, an Exhibition Hall full of companies ready to speak with you during the Buy Black Virtual Market... and so much more!
- 11:00a - 11:20a Eastern
- Neena Spear
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Find Your Tribe, Annihilate Your Dreams
Neena R. Speer is an attorney, author, speaker, and truth dealer. She runs her own solo law firm specializing in trademarks and IP law, criminal defense, and probate law and is an Amazon Bestseller. Most of all, Neena loves sharing her experiences as a law student, a Black Indian minority in the law field, and her journey of failing her first bar exam. When she's not writing, speaking, or helping her clients, you can find her at Starbucks where the baristas know her drink order by heart. Pull up to this session to learn how to multiply your impact with well-aligned people!
- 11:30a - 11:50p Eastern
- Amber Nicole Booth-McCoy
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Black Joy as Revolutionary Resistance
Amber Booth-McCoy (#YourFavoriteDiversitySpecialist) is the CEO of The Diversity Booth, Inc. (aka TDB). Amber is a Senior Diversity Specialist and Manager of Intercultural Education at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and adjunct faculty at U of A Clinton School for Public Service. Her profession provides her a front row seat to the gross disparities and inequities in our social systems, healthcare, education, social justice, etc. She is a thought-leader who speaks of the barriers to inclusivity, co-creates cultures of belonging and analyzes policies and procedures to sustain the desired change. Pull up a chair!
- 12:00p - 12:40p Eastern
- Raphie Wagner
- Main Stage
Workshop: You Must Be Heard
Raphie Wagner is in her zone of genius when speaking about the power of using your voice, your story, your message through podcasting. Raphie is a Podcast Strategist who blends holistic approaches gained from more than 22 years as an Occupational Therapist. Raphie is also an early adopter who's hobby is diving into SaaS and apps. Podcasting is definitely an ideal way to cut through the noise and connect directly with your audience. Join this workshop to learn how to catapult yours into immense success.
- 1:00p - 2:00p Eastern
- DJ Red Corvette
- Main Stage
DJ Set: DJ Red Corvette
DJ Red Corvette is back on the 1s and 2s because we just can't get enough! If you loved her on Day 2 of the summit, you're going to lose it when you hear her second set! Red Corvette is a San Francisco, CA native, COO + co-founder of Women Sound Off and founder of Black Biz Bay Area. As one of the Bay Area's top DJs with 7+ years of experience, she's played across festivals, nightclubs, tours, branded events and much more. Additionally, she's been on 2 national tours and has experience working alongside artists & bands. When it comes to branded events, she's DJ'd for Nike, Verizon, YouTube, Everlane and more. In conclusion, you're in good hands.
- 2:00p - 3:00p Eastern
- Multiple Speakers
- Main Stage
Panel Discussion: The Secret Sauce to Community Creation
Speakers: Chelly Bell, Christina Stewart, Raphie Wagner
If you're going to build a sustainable community in the era of Web 3, you'll need to figure out how to have community members actively engage in ways that are meaningful to them. It is never easy to decipher what your community members out of the gate - in fact, many of your attempts that fall flat could be a shocking blow to your ego. We've brought in the experts to ensure that you don't quit! Join Chelly, Christina, and Raphie as they give you inside secrets on building communities that truly flourish!
- 3:00p - 3:40p Eastern
- Meagan Dawnavette
- Main Stage
Virtual Fitness Class: Pilates Playa!
Meagan Dawnavette is back for a second day of virtual fitness training! in love with intersecting online business + wellness, Meagan teaches fitness classes, workplace wellness programs and shares healthy living resources! Meagan believes that virtual events and online ownership are the pathways forward. Rather than just telling you how - she's going to allow you to experience it! Join Day 2 of her fitness experience and see just how immersive online offerings can be.
- 3:40p - 4:00p Eastern
- Christina Danielle Stewart
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Keys to Community Building
Christina Danielle is a Purpose Alignment Coach, a Podcast & Talk Show Host, and the author of three books: Fervent Prayers for the Purposed Woman, “I’ve Got The Keys!: 5 Keys to A Successful Life”, and “Did You Pray? 21 Days of A Purposed Woman”. She's also the CEO of “Did You Pray?”, a brand created to remind us of what to do when we forget what to do. Christina intentionally enhances the lives of women and entrepreneurs so they can live their best real life in REAL life. NO fluff, sugar coating or pacifying. We stannn!
- 4:00p - 5:00p Eastern
- Blaze Lounge
Enter the Matrix: Speed Networking Hour
Yes - it is as fun as it sounds. Pull up in the Blaze Lounge to have automated rounds of 5-minute speed networking video sessions with other female entrepreneurs who are just as eager to connect as you are! Hitting it off with someone?? Plan to meet at a numbered table in the Blaze Lounge and continue the conversation without any time restrictions.
- 4:00p - 6:00p Eastern
- Blaze World (Virtual Reality)
Mixy in the Metaverse: Blaze World Party!
Last callll!! This is the third, and final, day of turn up inside of Blaze World. If you have an Oculus Quest 2 - come through! The space is safe + Created with our community in mind. The only limits in the metaverse are your own creativity, so hop in for some fun. 🙂 There is music, dancing, and opportunity for conversations with real Black female entrepreneurs from all over the world! We can't wait to see you inside.
- 5:00p - 8:00p Eastern
- Exhibition Hall
Business Booths: Check out the Vendors
If you have needs for your business, there is a strong chance that our exhibition hall has your solution! From logos to SEO optimization, client relationship management tools to capital - there are a host of businesses lined up to serve your needs. Check them out - there are some awesome promos with your name on them!
- 10:00a - 11:00a Eastern
- Main Stage
Registration / General Information
Drop in and get an understanding of how to navigate the virtual summit platform + learn about all that is in store for you! There is a Main Stage that will host speakers + DJs, a Blaze Lounge which accommodates fun speed networking + free-flowing table discussions, an Exhibition Hall during the Buy Black Virtual Market full of companies ready to speak with you ... and so much more!
- 11:00a - 11:30a Eastern
- Black Creatives
- Main Stage
Juneteenth Tribute
Juneteenth, official name of federal holiday Juneteenth National Independence Day, is our Emancipation Day... our Freedom Day... our Jubilee Day... our Black Independence Day. It is the day that we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, observed annually on June 19. On this beautiful Sunday morning, let us come together to celebrate freedom in all its glory and ignite the flame that will call each of us higher in our purpose of creating more space for the historically disenfranchised.
- 11:30a - 11:50p Eastern
- Dr. Alexis Davis
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Flexing On Your Fears
Dr. Alexis Davis is a Clinical Psychologist, Reiki Master, and Trauma certified healer. Furthermore, she has deemed herself as a HipHopologist, weaving Hip Hop with the liberation of the psyche of Africans in America and across the Diaspora. Dr Alexis Davis is the founder of BBLVK Jewel, a community organization that aims to highlight the jewels in the community serving people of African descent. She is also the creator of BBLVK Jewel’s podcast. Dr. Alexis provides development training on Cultural Humility, Hip Hop Healing workshops, transgenerational trauma, and healing among people of African descent.
- 12:00p - 12:20p Eastern
- Dr. Cheryl Carr
- Main Stage
BLAZE Talk: Stop That Sh!t
Dr. Cheryl Carr is an Organizational Psychologist with a background in change management and neuroscience of learning. As the “Work Doctor”, she helps companies treat adults like adults in the work place, all while assisting workers build accountability for their own engagement, resilience, kindness, and purpose in their work. Dr. Cheryl provides a remedy for work challenges and solutions to benefit both company and personal growth. Her mission is to make work a place of happiness + fulfillment. Join this session to better understand the tool of self-mastery and self-actualization.
- 12:30p - 12:50p Eastern
- Dr. Tamara Beckford
- Exhibition Hall
BLAZE Talk: Selfcare - Your Super Power
Dr. Beckford is the CEO of UR Caring Docs and the UR Caring Society where she helps busy professional women put their health and wellness first for just two hours per month without the guilt. She also hosts the Docs Who Care Podcast, where she interviews doctors from across the world about self-care, wellness, and all the amazing things they are doing outside of medicine. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Beckford has been a guest on dozens of podcasts and delivered several presentations on wellness and self-care. Dr. Beckford teaches organizations how to implement wellness and self-care programs to avoid staff burnout.
- 1:00p - 2:00p Eastern
- Multiple Speakers
- Main Stage
Panel Discussion: Black Women are DOPE AF
Panelists: Amber Nicole Booth-McCoy, Vernice Nazare, Jionni Olamidè, Coffy Davis, Katina White
D.O.P.E. AF Coalition is comprised of five individual Black women-owned and led organizations, each with its own mission, vision and focus.
D.O.P.E. stands for Divinely Operating in Purpose w/ Excellence and the focus is on advancing and edifying the Black community thru collaboration and centering the voice of the Black woman. Amber, Vernice, Jionni, Coffy and Katina collaborate - using their varied gifts, talents, lenses, experience, expertise, and resources - to intentionally impact the Black community through strategy and thought leadership. This is a discussion you do not want to miss!
- 2:00p - 3:00p Eastern
- Casey Ariel Richardson & Jehiel Oliver
- Main Stage
Fireside Chat: Caping Hard for Black Women
Though Black women are showing up day after day, answering the call for progress, equity, and radical change - at every step of the way, we collide with others who do not share our experiences. As such, it is not enough for Black women alone to fight for equity - our business partners, networks, clients, service providers, investors and others must step into the ring with us. Today, BLAZE Founder Casey Ariel Richardson has a heartfelt conversation with Hello Tractor Founder & CEO Jehiel Oliver. Jehiel served as a member of the US President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa during the Barack Obama Administration, he's been honored with numerous awards for his work in social entrepreneurship, and he is keenly aware of the marginalization within the margins that exist for Black women around the world. Listen in to hear how he continuously learns and evolves as to create more opportunity for women of the diaspora.
- 3:00p - 3:40p Eastern
- Kristen Edwards
- Main Stage
Workshop: Success Secrets
As a multi-passionate strategist with degrees in communication and psychology, Kristen Edwards has trained thousands of entrepreneurs, students, and professionals to become confident leaders. Her speaking engagements, podcast, and coaching programs guide women to grow a sustainable business without the hustle. She is featured in Thrive Global, Yahoo Business, and Authority Magazine. Join this session to tactically tap in to your own leadership ability.
- 4:00p - 4:40p Eastern
- Jasmine Prince
- Main Stage
Workshop: Pushin' P - A Community Formula
Jasmine is passionate about empowering Black women as they begin their journey into entrepreneurship by helping them find clarity, courage, and confidence as they launch & grow their brands. She believes that Black women are the standard-for community, creativity, and culture. As she builds her legacy through Magnolia & Penn, it is her hope that other women are inspired to begin creating legacies that live on for generations to come.
- 5:00p - 5:30p Eastern
- Casey Ariel Richardson
- Main Stage
Closing Keynote Speech: Why Not Me
Casey Ariel Richardson is a 2022 Webby Award Honoree in Business Finance, Founder of BLAZE GROUP LLC, Author of Pain Unseen: The Truths That Lie Beneath My Strengths and creator of socio-business app: TablexTribe by BLAZE GROUP. Casey is a highly-regarded business leader + financial expert across the Americas, Europe, and Africa - having developed groundbreaking inclusive financial products in Sub-Saharan Africa, structuring multi-billion dollar loans for leading tech corporations, and giving more than 3,500 Black female entrepreneurs the courage to try. If Casey had listened to the loved ones and revered leaders who told her that she couldn't, she would not be the global force that she is today. To close the summit, Casey is showing up to help you ask better questions in your decision making around business - the first and most important one being... Why Not Me?
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The Blaze Virtual Summit | Winter 2021 won the 2022 Webby Awards Honoree Distinction in the category of Business & Finance! This is an incredible achievement, as our work was chosen out of the more than 14,000 entries received from 70+ countries! To be ranked among the top 20% by the Academy is no small feat. Quick Facts: The Webby…
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