Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration

Schedule:

IBE Business Conference Presented by Delta Faucet Opens. All Workshops Are Free and Open to the Public; However, Seating is on a First-come, First Served Basis So Online Registration is Highly Recommended.

Mayor’s Breakfast:

Presented by Delta Faucet Companythis Event Includes Business Development, Diversity Highlights, Award Recognition and Networking Opportunities. Speaker: Mayor Joe Hogsett, City of Indianapolis

Emcee: Rafael Sanchez, Fox59/cbs4

Time: Check-in Begins at 8:00am; 8:30am-10:15am

Cost: Invitation Only

Location: Indiana Convention Center, 500 Ballroom

Business Conference Workshops - Day One: City of Indianapolis - Project Pipeline - 2025 Opportunities and Beyond

In This Workshop, Information Regarding Upcoming Multi-million-dollar Projects With Numerous Contracting Opportunities for the Minority/women/ Veteran and Disability Owned Business Community Will Be Provided. Details and Opportunities on Several Projects Involving Indy Parks, Indianapolis Airport Authority, Health and Hospital Corporation, Indiana University Health-construction and Supply Chain, and the Capital Improvement Board Will Be Shared With Attendees. Facilitator: Akilah W. Darden, Director of Design and Construction-diversity and Inclusion, Indiana University Health Presenters: John Bowen, Chief Engineer, Department of Public Works, City of Indianapolis; Jennifer Osei-abereseheltsley Program Director, Iu Health Design & Construction; Felicia J. Roseburgh, Supplier Diversity Director, Health and Hospital Corporation; Holli Harrington, Senior Director of Supplier Diversity, Indianapolis Airport Authority; Kobi M. Wright, Business Operations Director and Senior Counsel, Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium

Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm

Location: Indiana Convention Center, Room 241

Lunch & Learn - Navigating the Path to Financial Resources

Join Us for a Dynamic Lunch and Learn Panel Discussion Where We Delve Into the Crucial Topic of Accessing Capital for Black-owned Businesses and Xbes (Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises).

Our Expert Panelists Will Provide Invaluable Insights, Strategies, and Resources to Navigate the Complexities of Securing Funding in Today’s Competitive Landscape.

Moderator: Blake Gilley, Area Manager, Everwise Credit Union Presenters: Celeste Jones, Area Manager, Everwise Credit Union; Patty M. Wheeler, Vice President Commercial Lending, Everwise Credit Union; Philip Hogan, Financial Advisor, Everwise Credit Union, Rickey Miller, Business Service Development Officer, Everwise Credit Union, Darrius Davis, Commercial Lending Relationship Manager, Everwise Credit Union; Alora Oldham, Relationship Manager, Bankable

Time: 12:15pm - 1:45pm

Location: Indiana Convention Center, 500 Ballroom

City of Indianapolis - Succession Planning: Where is Your Company?

Succession Planning is a Business Strategy for Passing Leadership Roles on to One or More Employees. You Will Hear From Several Minority-owned Business Leaders Who Are in Various Stages of the Succession Planning Process. The Discussion Will Focus on Their Unique Perspectives on the Importance and Fundamentals Needed to Ensure Legacy and Generational Wealth Building.

Moderator: David E. Corbitt, Partner, Krieg Devault Llp

Presenters: Cynthia B. Gardner, Chief

Operating Officer Hgmc Supply, Inc./hg Metals; Kristin Mays-corbitt, President and Chief Executive Officer, Mays Chemical Company G. Eddie Pillow, Chief Executive Office, Pillow Logistics; John T. Thompson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Thompson Distribution Company

Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location: Indiana Convention Center, Room 241

Opportunities to Grow Your Business in Underutlized Hud Zones

Representatives From the Small Business Administration (SBA) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Workshop Will Share Potential Economic Opportunities Through Hud-funded Projects. Discussions Around the Small Business Administration’s Hubzone Will Provide Resources to Fuel Small Business Growth in Historically Underutilized Business Zones

Moderator: Jjean Poole, Founder and President, E Cubed Performance, Llc 

Presenters: Sharon Harvey, Lead Outreach and Marketing Specialist, Small Business Administration (SBA); Andrea Ekiyor, Field Policy and Management, U.s. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Zola Lamothe, Resource Development Manager, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT)

Time: 3:45pm-5:15pm

Location: Indiana Convention Center, Room 245

Date: June 20-30, 2024