Sponsored by First Horizon, AARP, and Chevron Join the Urban League of Louisiana for a celebratory welcome reception as we kick-off our inaugural Women’s Entrepreneurship Week and host our annual “Women in Business Pitch Competition: Scale Up!”. In its 11th year, this annual pitch competition features four finalists who will pitch their plans to grow and scale for a chance to win $10,000. During the event an esteemed panel of judges will be tasked with determining the winner based on effectiveness of the pitch presentation, scalability of the business model, and proposed use of award funds.  Complimentary h'orderves will be served. Cash bar. Register today to reserve your spot!

Tuesday, November 14 Sponsored by Walmart, Mastercard, New Orleans & Company The Southern Food & Beverage Museum, 1504 OC Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113 | 4:00pm-8:00pm Join the Urban League of Louisiana as we celebrate the inaugural cohort of its Black Women in Retail Accelerator Program in collaboration with the National Urban League and sponsored by Walmart. This year the program supported 10 Black, women-owned retail businesses from across Louisiana with industry-specific coaching, mentoring, and training. The program also provided direct assistance for obtaining small business certifications, assistance with bidding on contracting opportunities, and leadership development training. Register today to join us for this inaugural celebration of the following members of the Urban League of Louisiana’s Black Women in Retail Accelerator Program: Sherilyn Hayward, Leroy’s LipSmack’n Lemonade Tiffany Brown, Wicks Nola Candle Company Natashia Paul, Chuupul Leather Paige Alexander, L’Jai Amor Keishia Deverney, Element Beverage Jacqueline Arvie, Jax’s Creole Kitchen Laportia Cooper, Nola Botanical Tea Julie Vaucresson, Creole Made Easy Joyce Galmon, Joyce’s Sweets Inc. Brittney Hawkins-Dobard, Nola Cookie Co.

As an extension of the Urban League of Louisiana’s (ULLA) annual “Opportunities Outlook for DBE Contractors”, join us on Thursday, November 9th, 9:00am-11:00am, for the “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly, in-person meet-ups will feature three procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide participating DBEs with updates on bid opportunities, as well as, required steps and best practices for doing business with these organizations. These sessions will also provide an opportunity for more direct networking between DBEs and procurement officers and/or primes. The event will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue, Suite 110. Breakfast will be provided. This quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include: - Robin Reed, Project Lead, Supplier Diversity, Entergy Services, LLC - Sarah Busch, LEED AP, Vice President of Operations, Landis Construction - Lori A. Barthelemy, Director, Office of Supplier Diversity, City of New Orleans There is no cost to attend. However, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!! https://opp_outlook_qtrly_nov2023.eventbrite.com