PHOTOS: Black Excellence Takes Center Stage at BOBE Symposium
The Black Owned Business Excellence Symposium (BOBE) was a resounding success, focusing on Black excellence, business, and elevation. The event provided valuable resources and tools for Black business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, including training sessions and networking opportunities.
The symposium emphasized the importance of community support and collaboration, with attendees sharing insights and strategies for thriving in the face of challenges such as gentrification. BOBE also celebrated Black leadership and advocacy, recognizing individuals like Converge Media’s De Aunte Damper, who received the Elijah Lewis Community Advocate Award for his contributions to the community.
Overall, the BOBE symposium served as an inspiring and empowering platform for the Black community in Seattle, fostering connection, growth, and resilience in the business world.
Keep up with upcoming BOBE events by visiting their website at www.bobewa.org
Photos by Susan Fried on behalf of Converge Media
