The Black Professionals Expo began in 2016 as the Leadership Conference and Expo. In our fifth year, we are pivoting to a three day event to accommodate the growth in attendance, community reach and scope of the event. This new format will also allow us to:

  • Offer more sessions on a broader spectrum of topics.
  • Host, support and bring exposure to Black business owners.
  • Give companies an opportunity to build a database of more diverse job candidates with the skillsets they are looking for.
  • Connect the business and non-profit sectors to the large network of Black professionals that exist in Gainesville.
  • Allow for people of all backgrounds to network and connect in a positive atmosphere to gain insight into the Black perspective while building new opportunities, partnerships and friendships.

SPEAKERS & PRESENTERS

THE MIXER
Santa Fe College - Blount Center
A unique, energetic and non-traditional networking event to bring professionals, speakers, exhibitors and sponsors together. This event will serve as the reception and ice breaking event for the Expo. Attendees will be able to begin their networking journey here and lay the foundation for building some positive connections. 
THE COMMUNITY CONNECTOR
Santa Fe College - Main Campus
The Community Connector hosts a range of companies, startups and nonprofits looking for professionals to fill current and future career opportunities and board openings. The connector is perfect for any company or nonprofit looking to recruit from a diverse population of professionals. This event will create a space for professionals, business owners and companies to meet, network and discuss future connections. 
THE EXPO
​Santa Fe College - Lyceum Fine Arts Hall
This day of The Expo is designed to encourage, support, inspire and equip professionals to reach their full potential in their chosen industries. The conference will include presentations and breakout sessions on various topics. Attendees will leave this conference with the inspiration, motivation and tools to take their careers to the next level.
Topics Include:
Digital Marketing - What's In? What's Out?
Entrepreneurship - Surviving Your First 100 Days.
How to Establish, Support and Maintain Diversity in the work place.
The Intersection Between Non-Profit and For Profit Companies.
And more to be announced.... ​
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