Juneteenth will be celebrated in Birmingham with a focus on empowering Black communities through entrepreneurship and workforce education at an event hosted by Concerned Communities for America. The event aims to strengthen small businesses in Birmingham and empower residents to consider vocational and technical opportunities that lead to economic freedom.

Invited guests: DaQuawn Bruce: Executive Director, Concerned Communities for America; Bruce LeVell: Board Member, CCA, 29-year business owner; Kelvin Wallace II: Lineman, Alabama Power; Victor Brown: Partner, Birmingham Business Alliance; andRich Thompson: CEO, Ameripublic Partners

This powerful encounter with local business owners and stake holders within the up-and-coming Ensley community will offer networking opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, information about non-traditional educational opportunities, and useful resources for small business owners.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

11:00 AM CDT – 1:00 PM CDT

Ensley Live Loft

1816 Avenue E

Birmingham, AL 35218