Description

The Empowerment Symposium aims to inspire and uplift Black and Brown professionals, empowering them to lead in their respective fields. Taking place at the Graduate located in Downtown Iowa City, this event is brought to you by Black Professionals of Iowa and MOGUL Consulting. 

The creator of this impactful event is Tasha Lard, Co-Founder, and Executive Director of Black Professionals of Iowa. Her vision and leadership with a diverse planning committee have shaped the Empowerment Symposium into a platform that celebrates and empowers professionals from diverse backgrounds. The symposium promises two days filled with enriching discussions on crucial topics such as Education, Leadership, Marketing & Branding, Banking/Financial Wealth, Workforce, and Economic Development. Attendees can look forward to hearing from distinguished speakers including Randy Moore, President of American Water of Davenport, and Carla Anderson, Chair of the Dubuque Human Rights Commission. Guests will also have the unique opportunity to become Certified Targeted Small Businesses by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, providing them with valuable resources and recognition.

 To top it off, at the end of the event, attendees can stay and enjoy live music with Summer of the Arts, creating a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere to cap off the enriching symposium experience. This Eastern Iowa event has attracted attendees from various cities including Davenport, Waterloo, Dubuque, and Marion, showcasing the regional importance and impact of the Empowerment Symposium. 

Special thanks to sponsors including the City of Iowa City, Think Iowa City, Greater Iowa City Inc., Dream City, PIP, African American Museum of Iowa, American Water Company, TransAmerica, GreenState Credit Union, The Gazette, D’Ville Lawn Care, and Early Bird Cafe for their generous support. Registration is now open! To secure your spot, please register at empowersym.com. Make sure to check out the lineup of guest speakers to get a sneak peek at the enriching discussions that await. For those seeking inspiration, empowerment, and a platform to enhance their leadership skills, the Empowerment Symposium is the must-attend event of the year. As an event sponsor, the City of Iowa City awarded $5,000 in funds for the Empowerment Symposium through the Economic Development Division. This event aligns with the City Council's Strategic Plan priority to "cultivate a strong entrepreneurial and small business ecosystem with a focus on creating new pathways to success for systemically marginalized populations." 

Purchase your tickets HERE! For questions about the event, contact Tasha Lard, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Black Professionals of Iowa and CEO of M.O.G.U.L. Consulting at 515-994-0249 or email blackprofessionalsofiowa@gmail.com.