THE
PROGRAM
The voices have always been there, guiding, counseling and showing the way… leaders, educators, mentors, elders. Sometimes it’s your own inner voice that directs the truest path. It’s a combination of these viewpoints that have led us to victory in our personal lives, our business endeavors and general well-being. In October 27th, BWN will present four voices and viewpoints of victory. Register now and tell a sisterfriend!
Black Women’s Network believes in the vital linking of people with people and services to maximum advantage. We support the growth of Black female professionals and entrepreneurs. We serve to enhance communication and further the success of those in and outside our organization. We are “Sisters In Service To Enhance Resource Sharing.”
Join us for breakfast from 9:00 to 10:30 am followed by our panel of speakers until 1:00 pm. There will be an opportunity to network and shop in the vendor marketplace from 1:00 to 2:00 pm as well as after you register at 8:30 am. Come to the Forum and network with hundreds of women who share your quest for victory!
Ms.
Shabazz A producer, writer and
lecturer, Ms. Shabazz is one of the most sought after and captivating speakers
in the United States, Europe, Africa and Central America. After nearly 30 years
of traveling the world, she has been hailed as a dynamic, inspirational speaker
who motivates and encourages all to appreciate diverse cultural traditions and
to respect humanity. Raised in New York, Ms. Shabazz is the eldest of six
daughters born to Dr. Betty Shabazz and Malcolm X Shabazz. Ms. Shabazz has
written op-ed commentaries and articles for newspapers and magazines. She
recently had the honor of writing a new foreword to her father’s classic
autobiography and is now completing her memoirs, titled From Mine Eyes.
She was appointed Ambassador-at-Large by the Prime Minister of Belize and serves
on a number of humanitarian councils and international boards.
Marguerite
Poindexter LaMotte LAUSD school board
member LaMotte’s determined efforts spurring underachieving students to
scholastic excellence earned her a rapid succession of promotions. In addition
to her accomplishments improving student performance, she has been featured on
NBC Nightly News, and other television programs which focused on the
extraordinary scholastic performance and student behavior under her leadership
at various secondary schools in Los Angeles. Although her successes placed her
on the fast track to higher administrative rewards, she yearned to return to
directly impacting students. She opted for principalship of Washington
Preparatory High and led the school to outstanding accreditation for six years.
Mary
Ann Mitchell Form a staff of one to
more than 300 employees, Mary Ann Mitchell is an example of what can be done
with determination and hard work. As President and CEO of Computer Consulting
Operations Specialist, Inc. she leads a multi-million dollar corporation that
provides a range of services, including computer repair, technical support,
network management and computer security. Her firm employs consultants in eight
states across the country and continues to obtain new contracts in both the
government and private sectors. Mitchell continues to serve as trainer and
mentor to small businesspersons and youth interested in developing
entrepreneurial and life skills. She has been instrumental in the goal of
closing the economic and digital divide between minority and majority-owned
businesses.
Congresswoman
Laura Richardson Recently elected,
the democratic Assemblymember replaces the seat left vacant by Juanita Millinder
McDonald. Laura Richardson Began her legislative career in 2000 after winning
three unprecedented elections in her bid for the Long Beach City Council.
Richardson worked directly with community leaders, businesses, residents and
city officials to initiate and support legislative and administrative policies
that enhanced the vitality and livability of the community she represented. She
served on the Legislature’s Leadership Team as the Assistant Speaker pro Tempore
and is recognized as the first African-American woman and South Bay
representative to hold this prestigious position. She is dedicated to expanding
access to healthcare, empowering education, and ensuring safe neighborhoods.
Emcee
– Pat Tobin You know the face, you
know the name! Our member, Pat Tobin, owner of a full-service public relations
firm, Tobin & Associates, moderates the forum again this year. She’s known for
servicing clients such as Toyota, Fitzgeralds Hotel & Casino, Los Angeles NAACP,
The Angel City Classic, and a host of others. Honored over the years, Pat
recently received The Focus Award from the City of Los Angeles, a public
relations leadership awards from the Garr Foundation, and the Living History
Maker Award from Turning Point magazine.