Latest Past Events

Black Restaurant Accelerator Program – S1: Growth Tactics in Food Service

Please register for "Black Restaurant Accelerator Program Series - S1: Growth Tactics for Food Service Operators" by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7011202348509721175 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar Join the Urban League of Louisiana for a special 3-part entrepreneurial education series for food service operators looking to grow and scale! The series is designed to provide restauranteurs, caterers, and food truck operators with best practices and actionable steps related to growth tactics, food costing, and consumer packaged goods. This special spring series is hosted in collaboration with the National Urban League and sponsored by the PepsiCo Foundation as a part of the Black Restaurant Accelerator Program (BRAP). BRAP is a part of a $10M investment by the PepsiCo Foundation to provide current and aspiring Black restaurateurs with access to capital, training, mentorship and other support services through the National Urban League’s 12 entrepreneurship centers. Each session will be facilitated by PROOF, an accelerator, incubator, and bar based in Chattanooga, TN. Founded and led by food and beverage industry veterans, the mission of Proof is to support owners and operators in the industry through programs, resources, and community. Register today to reserve your seat for […]

Louisiana Black Leadership Forum

AT&T Forum 601 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington

Each year political, business and civic leaders from across Louisiana descend on Washington, D.C. to celebrate with the Mystick Krewe of Louisiana during D.C. Mardi Gras. This weekend of networking and culture presents a unique opportunity for black leaders across our state to engage and strengthen coalitions that uplift our community and strengthen our state. The inaugural Louisiana Black Leadership Forum will bring together black and minority leaders from Louisiana to network, share impactful initiatives, opportunities and threats to advancing economic, civic and political power in our state. We will profile examples of effective engagement and identify opportunities to deepen our collaboration and partnerships. Presenting sponsors include AT&T Louisiana and Amazon. The program includes: 3:00pm Doors Open, Registration & Reception Begins 3:30pm Welcome Remarks & Special Recognitions State Rep. Vincent Pierre, Chairman of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus Tyronne Walker, Vice President, Urban League of Louisiana Terri Broussard Williams, Senior Manager, Public Policy David Aubrey, Vice President, AT&T Louisiana Panel Discussion 1 Building Black Wealth to Grow Louisiana Economy Moderator: Kelisha Garrett, Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Foundation Panelists: Hon. Krystal Brumfield, Associate Administrator, U.S. General Services Administration Hon. Ted James, Region IV Administrator, Small Business Administration Todd McDonald, CEO, Liberty […]

Opportunities Outlook 2023 for DBE Contractors

Regional Transportation Management Center 10 Veterans Boulevard, New Orleans

Working on your 2023 business development plan? Join us for Opportunities Outlook 2023 to learn about upcoming procurement opportunities! The Urban League of Louisiana's Contractor's Resource Center will host "Opportunities Outlook 2023" for DBE Contractors on Thursday, January 26, 2023, 1:00pm-4:00pm, at the Regional Transportation Management Center, 10 Veterans Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. This annual event is held to support contractors in preparing for the upcoming year by focusing attention on new opportunities for strategic growth and competitiveness. The event will feature updates on current opportunities and upcoming bids from procurement officers and prime contractors. Other programs and resources that support capacity-building and profitability for the contracting community will also be featured. Seating is limited. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! Also, please bring a stack of your capabilities statement to share!