Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) News Releases

Lianne Hannaway nommée nouvelle directrice générale du Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA)

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

L'organisation professionnelle de premier rang pour les Noirs au Canada pose les jalons pour une croissance continue et un impact transformateur. Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - 25 janvier 2024) - Le Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), l'organisation nationale de premier rang supportant les professionnels et les entrepreneurs de la communauté noire, est fier d'annoncer la nomination de Lianne Hannaway en tant que directrice générale, prenant effet le 22 janvier 2024.Lianne...

Lianne Hannaway Appointed New CEO of the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA)

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Canada's leading Black professional organization sets the stage for continued growth and transformative impact. Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 25, 2024) - The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), the leading national organization supporting Black professionals and entrepreneurs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lianne Hannaway as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 22, 2024.Lianne brings nearly 25 years of experience and a proven track...

Nadine Spencer, directrice générale de la Black Business and Professional Association, quittera ses fonctions cet automne

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:41:00 -0400

Le départ ouvre la voie à la poursuite de la stratégie de croissance de l'organisation. Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - 18 septembre 2023) - La Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) a annoncé aujourd'hui que Nadine Spencer, PDG par intérim de l'organisation, quittera ses fonctions plus tard cet automne.Nadine Spencer a été élue présidente du BBPA en 2017 et a joué un rôle transformateur dans l'élaboration de la stratégie de croissance de l'organisation. Sous sa direction, le...

Black Business and Professional Association CEO Nadine Spencer to Step down from Her Role This Fall

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:40:00 -0400

Departure sets the stage to drive the organization's continued growth strategy. Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - September 18, 2023) - The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) announced today that Nadine Spencer, the organization's interim CEO will step down from the role later this fall. Nadine Spencer was elected President of BBPA in 2017 and played a transformative role in shaping the organization's growth strategy. Under her leadership, The BBPA initiated a governance board...

Black Business Program BAIDS Celebrates Second Anniversary and Launches New Initiatives to Empower Black Entrepreneurs

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:09:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 11, 2023) - BAIDS (Business Advisory Implementation Development Services) announces the upcoming celebration of its 2nd anniversary on July 13th. This significant milestone not only marks two years of empowering Black-owned businesses it also signifies the continuation of the impactful programs by the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA)The anniversary celebration, at Laz Authentic Cuisine Inc, one of the successful participants of the BAIDS...

Her Honour Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell to Attend 41st Annual BBPA Harry Jerome Awards Gala

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:20:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 27, 2023) - The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) is proud to announce that Her Honour Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell will attend the 41st Annual BBPA Harry Jerome Awards Gala on April 29th, 2023. Her Honour will join leaders, influencers, and honorees in celebrating excellence in the Black community."We are pleased to have Her Honour Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell attend our Awards Gala. Her presence underscores the...

Breaking Barriers and Shattering Stereotypes: Meet the 2023 BBPA Harry Jerome Award Winners

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:07:00 -0400

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 3, 2023) - The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) announced the 41st BBPA Harry Jerome Awards Honorees at a press conference at the Globe and Mail on Friday, March 31st. "For over 40 years, the BBPA has been consistent at shining the light on members and allies of the Black community who are steadfast in their quest for excellence. Today, we continue on that path and I am privileged to be part of history as we celebrate these 13...

BAIDS, Part of the Black Entrepreneur Program, to Offer Personalized Support to Black-Owned Businesses in Calgary

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:18:00 -0400

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - March 27, 2023) - The Business Advisory Implementation and Development Services (BAIDS) team, which is part of the Black Entrepreneur Program, is pleased to announce that it will be providing customized support and resources to Black-owned businesses in Calgary. This marks the fourth city that the outreach program has visited this year, with previous stops in Yellowknife, St John, and Vancouver."BAIDS is committed to supporting Black entrepreneurs across...

Black Business and Professional Association BBPA Continues Outreach Program in New Brunswick to Support Black Entrepreneurs

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 17:38:00 -0500

St John, New Brunswick--(Newsfile Corp. - March 2, 2023) - The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) continues its outreach program in New Brunswick to support Black entrepreneurship. BBPA visited the region last year and is returning to continue its mission to empower and uplift Black business owners across the country.As part of the Black Entrepreneurship Program funded by the Federal government, BBPA will again deliver its BAIDS (Business Advisory Implementation Development...