SCHEDULE
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Session Breakdown
Location
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM (30 mins)
Registration – Breakfast and networking
Thames Lounge
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM (15 mins)
Host: Emmanuel Asuquo
County Suite
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM (10 mins)
Opening Remarks:
Michelle Raymond presents summit theme “Advancing Ahead: Navigating the Future with Resilience and Strategic Relationships”
County Suite
9:25 AM - 9:30 AM (5 mins)
Sponsor Spotlight:
Khalia Ismain, Black Entrepreneurs Programme Manager, Lloyds Bank
County Suite
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM (20 mins)
Host: Emmanuel Asuquo
County Suite
9:55 AM - 10:30 AM (35 mins)
Panel Discussion 1: Breaking Barriers: Empowering Small and Diverse Suppliers to Thrive
This panel will explore how small and diverse suppliers can break into Tier 2 subcontracting, overcoming entry barriers and enhancing competitiveness. Experts will discuss strategies for building relationships with Tier 1 suppliers, strengthening operational capacities, and the value of certifications in establishing credibility and unlocking new business opportunities.
Panelists:
Jacob Gibson, Senior Sourcing Manager, Lloyds Banking Group
Rhian Longley Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, HSBC
Sukhi Gill, Global Diversity Business Manager World Wide Technology
Moderator: Reshma Sheikh , Managing Director of MSDUK
County Suite
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM (30 mins)
Fireside Chat: Shaa Wasmund MBE interviews Dr. Tevin Tobun |
County Suite
11:05 AM - 11:20 AM (15 mins)
Morning Coffee – Networking Break
County Suite
11:25 AM - 12:00 PM (35 mins)
Panel Discussion 2: Entrepreneurs’ Success Strategies with 6-7 figure business owners.
Successful 6- and 7-figure business owners to share the strategies that fueled their growth. From overcoming challenges to scaling effectively, these entrepreneurs will offer insights into their journeys, lessons learned, and actionable advice for building a profitable, sustainable business in today’s competitive landscape
Panelists:
Jamelia Donaldson (Treasure Tress)
Dr. Raphael Sofoluke (UK Black Business Show)
Farida Gibbs (Gibbs Consultancy)
Oyinkansola Adebayo (NIYO)
Mirela Sula (Global Woman)
Moderator: Dr Carlton Brown
County Suite
12:05 PM - 12:35 PM (30 mins)
CAM Client Wins:
LIVE Interviews & Q&A showcasing success stories from CAM members who secured corporate contracts (5 people)
Annmarie Lewis
Celia Conrad
Janine Esbrand
Melanie Alveranga
Patience Ogunbona
Host: Soniamarie Palmer
County Suite
12:35 PM - 12:45 PM (10 mins)
Book Announcement:
Pre-orders with Michelle Raymond
County Suite
12:45 PM - 1:40 PM (55 mins)
Lunch with Entertainment – Networking Opportunity
Thames Lounge
1:45 PM - 2:25 PM (40 mins
Breakout Sessions:
- Lloyds Banking Group – Business Funding to Accelerate Your 2025 Vision – drop in sessions – 10mins per person
- Simone Vincenzi, GTEX- Corporate Partnerships – Earning Your First 6 Figures from Corporate Partnerships
- Heart of The City (partners of Minority Business Matters)- How Optimising Your Business’s Social Value and Sustainability Can Help You Work More with Larger Companies
- Private Roundtable discussion: Maximising Partnerships with Small and Medium Enterprises (Corporates & speakers only- hosted by Michelle Raymond)
Various Rooms
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (60 mins)
The Procurement Challenge: Team exercise with attendees providing solutions to real-world procurement challenges from Corporations
Judges: Lloyds, BP, Heinz, HSBC, WEConnect International
Hosted by: Adrian Betton
County Suite
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM (20 mins)
Afternoon Coffee – Last Networking Session
Thames Lounge
3:50 PM - 4:05 PM (15 mins)
Corporate Open Mic:
1-minute pitches from 3 conference delegates
County Suite
4:05 PM - 4:30 PM (25 mins)
Diverse Business Summit Global 2025 Announcement
County Suite
4:40 PM - 4:50 PM (10 mins)
Closing Remarks and survey: Emmanuel Asuquo
County Suite
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM (45 mins)
Networking session
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