Black Economic Council of Massachusetts, Inc.

The Mass Black Expo 2024 is just five weeks away! This year we’re thrilled to announce renowned restaurateur The Pinky Cole Foundation, Inc. as one of our keynote speakers, closing out MBE Day 2 on Saturday, October 26! massblackexpo.com “Pinky" Cole Hayes is a Jamaican-American restaurateur, author, community activist, and owner of the Slutty Vegan restaurant chain and Bar Vegan in Atlanta, Georgia. Pinky is a culinary disruptor in the industry, transforming America's view of plant-based fast food and striving to make plant-based eating delicious, accessible, and enjoyable for vegans and flexitarians alike. Register now at massblackexpo.com! In addition to her work in the food industry, Pinky is also a philanthropist and head of The Pinky Cole Foundation, which is committed to uplifting marginalized and underrepresented communities and breaking the cycle of poverty by providing access to resources and education to pursue their entrepreneurial goals.

This afternoon we will be joined by renowned restaurateur Pinky Cole Hayes as one of our keynote speakers, closing out MBE Day 2! “Pinky" Cole Hayes is a Jamaican-American restaurateur, author, community activist, and owner of the Slutty Vegan restaurant chain and Bar Vegan in Atlanta, Georgia. Pinky is a culinary disruptor in the industry, transforming America's view of plant-based fast food and striving to make plant-based eating delicious, accessible, and enjoyable for vegans and flexitarians alike. In addition to her work in the food industry, Pinky is also a philanthropist and head of The Pinky Cole Foundation, which is committed to uplifting marginalized and underrepresented communities and breaking the cycle of poverty by providing access to resources and education to pursue their entrepreneurial goals. #BECMA #MassBlackExpo #MassBlackExpo2024 #MBE24 #PinkyCole #PinkyColeHayes

It's workshop time at Mass Black Expo Day Two! Join us for the following workshops! (Check the app for official locations).

Welcome to Day Two of the #MassBlackExpo! The MBE is a two-day immersive experience featuring special events like our EV Kickstarter Luncheon, EV Test Drive, Climate and Sustainability Experience; the Black-Owned Pavilion showcasing the goods and services of Black-owned businesses across the state; a dozen speaker sessions on topics including access to capital, environmental justice, the 2024 Massachusetts ballot, supplier diversity, and homeownership; and much more. 📍 massblackexpo.com

HAPPENING NOW! Join us for the official after-party of @MassBlackExpo 2024 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, featuring sounds by DJ Valentina! You must have a ticket to the Mass Black Expo to attend.

It's workshop time at the Mass Black Expo! Join us for the following workshops! (Check the app for official locations).

Welcome to Day One of the #MassBlackExpo! The MBE is a two-day immersive experience featuring special events like our EV Kickstarter Luncheon, EV Test Drive, Climate and Sustainability Experience; the Black-Owned Pavilion showcasing the goods and services of Black-owned businesses across the state; a dozen speaker sessions on topics including access to capital, environmental justice, the 2024 Massachusetts ballot, supplier diversity, and homeownership; and much more. You can still register by visiting massblackexpo.com

Saturday, October 26 is the voter registration deadline for the upcoming November 5 general elections. This election is more than just the Presidential Election, as you will have the opportunity to vote for additional federal, state, and local offices, and weigh in on five state ballot questions. Each of the offices and questions directly influence our communities. Take a moment NOW to check your registration or register to vote online! It only takes a few minutes! If you prefer to vote sooner, you have the option to vote by mail or during early voting sessions in your community. Early voting will be held from October 19 - November 1. To vote by mail, the application deadline is Tuesday, October 29. It is important that you plan ahead to either vote by mail or to find your polling location to vote in-person. This is an essential opportunity to make sure your voice is heard: https://lnkd.in/eB-wW2F

We're just ONE day away from the Mass Black Expo! You still have time to register via massblackexpo.com You won’t want to miss our keynote conversation with “Pinky” Cole Hayes, our “Senator to Senator” discussion with US Senator Ed Markey and State Senator Liz Miranda, and our first keynote of the weekend, a fireside chat between Boston Fed President & CEO Susan Collins in conversation with Lee Pelton, President & CEO of The Boston Foundation. The MBE is a two-day immersive experience featuring special events like our EV Kickstarter Luncheon, EV Test Drive, Climate and Sustainability Experience; the Black-Owned Pavilion showcasing the goods and services of Black-owned businesses across the state; a dozen speaker sessions on topics including access to capital, environmental justice, the 2024 Massachusetts ballot, supplier diversity, and homeownership; and much more. Register today by visiting www.massblackexpo.com. #MassBlackExpo #MassBlackExpo2024 #MBE2

Join us for the following workshops at the Mass Black Expo! The MBE is a two-day immersive experience featuring special events like our EV Kickstarter Luncheon, EV Test Drive, Climate and Sustainability Experience; the Black-Owned Pavilion showcasing the goods and services of Black-owned businesses across the state; a dozen speaker sessions on topics including access to capital, environmental justice, the 2024 Massachusetts ballot, supplier diversity, and homeownership; and much more. Register today by visiting www.massblackexpo.com. #MassBlackExpo #MassBlackExpo2024 #MBE24