Social Justice Breakfast: Staying Woke, Resistance, Activism and Brand Survival

A look at how progressive Brands, usually with the right mix of Blacks on creative teams with the best research, have created messages which perfectly respect that social justice is a serious issue for Black America in particular, and deliver brand messages accordingly. We’ll also take a short look at those that make you wonder if they ever heard of the phrase, cultural competence.

• Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III - Senior Pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ
• Ayinde Cartman, Executive Director Real Men Charities, Inc.
• Greg Street - V103 Radio, Atlanta, GA

The Future and Now of Music

The way people consume Music has evolved rapidly from physical to digital. And the music industry keeps changing to keep up with consumers constantly changing listening habits. In the age of so much technology, so many online music platforms and so much music due to DIY, tools available to everyone, what will The Future of Music become?

• George Daniels, Founder, and Proprietor of George’s Music Room
• Jill Kettles, Founder, Miss Jill PR
• Ken Rye, CEO & Founder, Ken Rye Marketing
• Craig A. King, Award Winning Producer, Musician, & Entrepreneur

Producing Content for a Multi-platform Marketplace

Today’s marketplace has an insatiable need for fresh content.  Ideas must be compelling, authentic and unique in order to engage audiences for just a few seconds or an entire season. Understanding the what and how of high-quality content production for multiple platforms is critical to success in today’s marketplace. This panel will explore the challenges of producing video content for multiple platforms including digital, social, mobile and streaming.

Digital / Tech

Join us as we explore the NEXT big thing in Digital Marketing and how to use New Technologies to innovate, reach a wider targeted audience, drive high levels of engagement and increased conversion.

• Aleeta Bell – CEO & Founder, Plugh
• Terrance X. Johnson, – CEO & Founder, TCJ AeroTech, LLC
• Luke Lawal Jr. – CEO & Founder, HBCU Buzz

Millennial Marketing: Social Media and More

The Millennial Generation is taking the world by storm! They are innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, and changing every aspect of the way we work, eat, live, commute, and communicate. But how do savvy marketers and established brands connect with these quick thinking, movers and shakers and build loyalty when there are so many new choices surfacing daily? Learn from those who are soaring when it comes to making meaningful connections and creating highly engaged experiences.  

• Michiel Perry – CEO & Founder, Black Southern Belle
• David  Muhammed – Sr. Director, Digital Strategy, GMR Marketing
• LaToya Shambo – CEO & Founder, Black Girl Digital, Inc.
• Tasha Levy - Multicultural Lead, Global Marketing Solutions, Facebook

Interactive Workshop: Growing Small Properties

We will examine 3 properties to develop feedback on how to position these properties for continued growth. Real Men Cook, Super Bowl Gospel Concert and HBCUX Network.

• Moderator: Deborah Gray-Young
• Yvette Moyo – Real Men Cook
• Curtis Symonds – HBCUX Network
• Melanie Few – Super Bowl Gospel Concert

Raising Your Game to the Next Level On and Off the Field

Join us for an in-depth discussion as leading Sports Professionals share their plays on the Business of Sports, the latest trends, how to navigate success and win off the field and in the boardrooms and the marketplace.  

• Moderator: Jamie Dukes – NFL Network
• Wendell Haskins – PGA of America
• Scoop Jackson – Sports Journalist, Author
• Kevin Merida – The Undefeated, ESPN
• Nzinga Shaw – Atlanta Hawks

TV, In Front of and Behind the Camera: “How New Media Platforms are Changing the Landscape in Network Ownership, Producing Real Time Content & Undiscovered Talent”

Television has provided opportunities in ownership, content and talent. This panel of TV station owners, directors and actors will discuss opportunities. Join us as we explore the following topics:

• What it takes to become a true Media Mogul.
• “Content is King” and why it’s a must to create your own.
• Television can be the big screen for those in front of the camera.

• Sharon Thomas Tomlinson – Founder, CEO Studio II Films, & Blueprint 4 Hollywood
• Jay Alexander Martin – CEO FuBu TV
• Rushion McDonald – CEO, McDonald Entertainment
• Rob Shambro – Media Pioneer, Patented Inventor, Startup & Financing Specialist
• Clint Evans, General Manager HBCUX Network

Bronner Bros 70th : Opening Night Concert

For more information: http://bronnerbros.com/special-events

Bronner Bros. 70th Annual Hair Show

On Sunday, August 20th, MOBE Attendees are invited to stay over and spend the day with our Partners, the Bronner Bros at their legendary 70th Annual Hair Show.  Join us for a day starting off with worship and filled with celebration, fun and networking. For More Information: http://bronnerbros.com