Advancing Racial Equity: How BIPOC Businesses Benefit Us All

Working side by side with communities to build an equitable future for everyone.

United Way of King County

To honor Dr. King’s legacy of economic empowerment of communities of color, we invite you to join us on January 25th at Seattle University.

Pigott Auditorium, Seattle University

Hear from a dynamic panel of entrepreneurs and business leaders of color and learn about how these leaders are investing in people and strengthening their communities. <blockquote>Panelists:</blockquote><ul><li>Doug Baldwin Jr. - Former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver and entrepreneur</li><li>Efrem Fesaha - CEO and founder of <a href="https://www.boonboonacoffee.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boon Boona Coffee</a></li><li>Laura Clise - Founder and CEO of <a href="https://intentionalist.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Intentionalist</a></li></ul>BIPOC-owned businesses support families, employees and other business owners as well as attract community investors who can provide banking services, venture capital and loans, promote equitable employment policies, and build new infrastructure that can revitalize entire neighborhoods.Join us to learn what inspires these leaders to make an impact in their communities, the challenges they’ve overcome, and what you and your network can do to support businesses from underrepresented communities.Following the panel discussion, you’re invited to stay for a reception to meet the panelists and mingle with attendees. Lite appetizers and beverages will be provided, including Boon Boona coffee! If the ticket price is a barrier for you to attend, please email us at eventregistration@uwkc.org for a free ticket code.<aside></aside><aside>United Way is committed to making all our events as accessible as possible. When you register, you’ll have an opportunity to indicate any accommodations you need. Please note that a minimum of two weeks’ notice is necessary to arrange some accessibility needs. If you have any questions, please reach out to eventregistration@uwkc.org.</aside>

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Thanks to these community partners, proceeds from this event will benefit the Black Community Building Collective and the Indigenous Communities Fund.

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