At ACBN, we live by the principle I am because we are. That means embracing tools and knowledge that strengthen our community. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of those tools—and according to Stephany Sani-Edwards, Strategic Program Design Consultant and servant...
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Social Innovation and Decolonization: Insights from Graham Singh on the 500-Year Shift
At ACBN, we live by the principle I am because we are. That philosophy pushes us to mobilize ecosystems, share knowledge, and engage with thought leaders who help us navigate profound changes shaping our world. In our recent conversation, Graham Singh, CEO of the...
Black Entrepreneur Financial Freedom: Insights from Harpreet Gill
Watch full video interview here: https://youtu.be/Hytub8liU_c At ACBN, we believe in the power of I am because we are. Our collective strength lies in sharing the knowledge and tools that help our community thrive. In this spirit, we sat down with Harpreet Gill, a...
Black Entrepreneur Support in Canada: Insights from former BBPA President Ross Cadastre
Black Entrepreneur Resilience: Lessons from Former BBPA President Ross Cadastre At ACBN, we live by the principle I am because we are. It reminds us that as we uncover systemic challenges, we also uncover new opportunities. In our recent conversation with Ross...
Democratizing Funding: How Happly AI is Transforming Opportunities for Black Entrepreneurs interview with Thierry Lindor
Democratizing Funding: How Happly AI is Transforming Opportunities for Black Entrepreneurs Watch full interview here: https://youtu.be/cqGBNcGBA3I As Black entrepreneurs, we know the struggle of starting and scaling a business often comes with limited access to...
Impact Investing for Black Entrepreneurs: Lessons from Jillisa Brown
Watch full video interview here: https://youtu.be/hVQ-KDDWaqQ As Black entrepreneurs, we know the challenge: while some organizations talk about raising $75 million, many of us are still figuring out how to access our first $10,000 grant. The funding gap is real. But...
Black Entrepreneur Estate Planning: Why Living Well Means Planning Ahead – Interview with MINNELLE WILLIAMS
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/K0eW63KFGjA As Black entrepreneurs, we pour everything into building our businesses—serving clients, creating opportunities, and investing in our community. But one question often gets overlooked: what happens to all of...
From Struggle to Strength: What Black Entrepreneurs Can Learn About Building Together – interview with BIPOC Foundation Founder CLEMENT ESENE
Watch Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/PY8DsYH1Kv0 Starting and growing a business in Canada as a Black entrepreneur is not a straight road. I know firsthand how the hoops and hurdles can feel endless—applications that go nowhere, resources that are hard to...
Building Trust, Wealth, and Legacy: Essential Business Strategy from Elder Wisdom – Interview with ELDER ABENA GINELLE SKERRIT
Watch full interview here: https://youtu.be/jLD5XtdHuQY The foundation of our network, captured beautifully by the proverb, "I am because we are," reminds us that true entrepreneurial success is never achieved in isolation. Recently, our network had the immense...

Unmasking Barriers: Key Findings on Inclusive Entrepreneurship for Black Canadians
Black Entrepreneurs in Canada: Senator Study Reveals Barriers and Opportunities A groundbreaking study commissioned by the African Canadian Senate Group and Senator Colin Deacon has shed critical light on the challenges facing Black entrepreneurs in Canada's business...
