JUNE 19–21, 2025
Our Speakers
Get ready to be inspired by trailblazers from all corners of the business world.
Our speakers come from tech, healthcare, finance, entertainment, and more, bringing their unique energy and stories to the forefront. They’re not just talking business; they’re sharing their journeys, challenges, and triumphs to motivate and empower you. Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and get the tools you need to succeed from those who’ve been there and done it. Let’s elevate together!
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Nicholas M. Perkins
President & CEO | Perkins Management Services Company and Fuddruckers
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Nicholas M. Perkins
President & CEO | Perkins Management Services Company and Fuddruckers
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Dr. Johnny Graham
Interim National Executive Director | Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship
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Angel Gregorio
Founder & CEO | The Spice Suite, Something Suite & Black and Forth
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Tisha Skinner
Multi-unit, Multi-brand Franchisee | Smoothie King, Rita's Italian Ice
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Robin R. Haynes
Business Advisor & Financial Strategist | Robin R. Haynes Consulting
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Robert Singh
Associate Professor & Pishevar Endowed Chair of Finance and Entrepreneurship | Howard University
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Ravi Chinta
Associate Dean & Professor, Management | University of the District of Columbia
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Paul Wilson, Jr.
Vice President of Programs & Community Impact | Urban League of Greater Atlanta
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Mrs. Stephanie Scott-Bradshaw
Founder. CEO & Communicator-in-Chief | First and Last PR
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Mrs. Johnetta Boseman Hardy
Executive Director | Entrepreneurship Innovation Center, Bowie State University
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Martin A Weldon
Partner, Growth + Business Development | Menkiti Group Enterprise
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John Lancaster
Senior Vice President Franchise Development | Choice Hotels International
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Isaac McCoy
Special Assistant to the President for Economic Development, Innovation, and Technology | Stillman College
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Dr. Tammira Lucas
CEO | The Cube Cowork & Assistant Professor of Business | Coppin State University
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Dr. Shannon Cormier Williams, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship | Texas Southern University
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Dr. LaTanya White
Founder & Creator | Dynastic Wealth®️ | Concept Creative Group, LLC
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Dr. Christopher Chauncey Watson
Senior Research Fellow | Morgan State University Center for Urban Health Equity
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Dr. Angelita Howard
Vice President Global Education and Student Success | Meharry Medical College
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