Black Innovation Alliance

At last week's @TIME Closers Impact Dinner, Dr. Kelly Burton, CEO of BIA, took to the stage and emphasized the importance of the Closers list, highlighted BIA's achievements, and outlined the ongoing work ahead. #BlackInnovationAlliance

Lisa Rice is disrupting the system to create more equity for Black homeownership. As a @TIME Knowledge Partner, we applaud her efforts to change policies perpetuating inequitable housing practices. For the complete feature, visit: hubs.la/Q02mxJ--0 #BlackInnovationAlliance

As a @TIME Knowledge Partner, we are excited to highlight one of the extraordinary Black leaders, Ramogi Huma, who is fighting for college athlete's rights. Read the full feature now: hubs.ly/Q02mq9yp0 #BlackInnovationAlliance

As Knowledge Partner for the CLOSERS list, we celebrate @TIME's Black History Month cover woman, @IssaRae , who is shifting the narrative through compelling storytelling and advancing diversity in media. Read the full feature now: hubs.ly/Q02mdCp-0

We are thrilled to have contributed to @TIME's Closer List as a TIME Knowledge Partner. The TIME’s Closers Impact Dinner underscored the significance of the TIME Closers List and the impactful strides these leaders are making to address the racial wealth gap.

We are honored to extend our appreciation to @UBS for their unwavering support of the BIA's mission and shared commitment to bridging the racial wealth gap. Last Friday marked a momentous occasion as BIA joined with UBS to commemorate Black History Month at the @NYSE.

As the @TIME Knowledge Partner for the CLOSERS list, we are especially thrilled to recognize Erin Horne McKinney who is spearheading a new center for Black entrepreneurship at Howard University and is one of the founding members of BIA. hubs.ly/Q02lWPjf0

BIA makes history! Last Friday, we joined UBS in ringing the opening bell at the NYSE. CEO Dr. Kelly Burton highlighted Black Wall Street history and BIA's role in advancing economic equity. #BlackInnovationAlliance

Imani Ellis has created a cultural phenomenon with CultureCon. As a @TIME Knowledge Partner, we are excited to recognize her work to build a safe space for Black creatives. Read the full feature now: hubs.ly/Q02lNhcN0 #BlackInnovationAlliance

As founders of the Fearless Fund, Arian Simone & Ayana Parsons are leading the charge in financing women of color entrepreneurs. As the @TIME Knowledge Partner for the CLOSER’s list, we are honored to celebrate their leadership & courage. hubs.ly/Q02lFxHh0

Darrick Hamilton and William Darity advocate for baby bonds as a means of closing the racial wealth gap. Black Innovation Alliance serves as a Knowledge Partner for the @TIME CLOSERS list, which highlights their impactful work. Read the full feature here: hubs.ly/Q02ldkxX0

Dedrick Asante-Muhammad has been a prominent voice in addressing wealth disparities in our society. He’s featured in the @TIME’s Closer’s list, for which BIA serves as a Knowledge Partner. Read the full feature now: hubs.ly/Q02lcXMc0 #BlackInnovationAlliance

As #BlackHistoryMonth begins, we are excited to announce we have collaborated as a Knowledge Partner with @TIME to recognize 18 individuals working to close the racial wealth gap and create equity in our community. Learn more about The Closers now: time.com/collection/clo…

Meet the Closers: 18 leaders working to end the racial wealth gap ti.me/42k5OJB

The digital economy could serve as a leveler for the Black community, a new @buildwithbia study has found. Black digital entrepreneurs faced reduced barriers to entry and were more likely to be profitable than their peers with traditional brick-and-mortar businesses.

Our second panel conversation for @CBCFInc’s Annual Legislative Conference was about the future of Black creativity. Panelist talked about how will we navigate AI, legalities, and threats.

"Find your tribe. Find your corporate tribe, find your business tribe, and find your government tribe. Work with your tribe to refine your potential." - @msbigjess

We kicked off our Policy Issue Forum: The New Frontier: Empowering the Future of Black Innovation at @CBCFInc's Annual Legislative Conference with a great conversation titled Funding, Support and Accountability for Black Innovators!

CBC Wk is here & w/ so many events to choose from, I hope you join us The Creator House! I’ll be🗣️on Wed, 9/20 re: Black Innovation w/ @buildwithbia We should all be attending the nation’s leading policy conf on issues affecting Black ppl #CBC2023 #CBCF 📍1343 L St NW, W,DC

Join us at @SSIReview’s NMI 2023. CNM's @eescobedobg will talk intersectional leadership with @DrRaniaAwaad & Kelly Burton @buildwithbia. CNM strategist Alda Merino-Caan will lead a workshop on workplace wellbeing. Early bird registration ends 7/31: ssirnmi.org