27th - 28th AUGUST 2024

Shared

Vision

Shared

Destination

IMBW introduces participants to paradigm-shifting knowledge of the landscape of regional economic competitiveness and the framework that establishes conditions for success and prosperity in a region. In other words, the IMBW Conference delivers an understanding of how the economic game is played at the regional level and how to successfully compete and win at each level: i.e., education and training, entrepreneurial startup, existing small business owner, growth stage business.

5,000+


Participants

20+


Speakers

500+


Businesses

30+


Sessions

Empowering Innovation

IMBW and Rally join forces for their upcoming conferences, igniting a movement toward economic growth and inclusivity in Indiana.This transformative partnership amplifies support for Black entrepreneurs and businesses while strengthening the region's innovation ecosystem.

Embracing Diversity

By bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries, the conference opens doors to opportunities, from access to funding and technology careers to cross-sector connections and global exposure

INNOPOWER MINORITY BUSINESS WEEK

What you stand to gain!

Brand
Exposure

Strengthen your brand image as a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.

Learning
Sessions

Expose your team to the knowledge and resources that will drive innovation and growth.

Lead
Generation

Meet a diverse range of organizations building new products and services.

Networking
Events

Connect with businesses, communities, and political leaders at the forefront of change.

Innovators Awards

The Indiana Black Excellence in Education Awards and Black Rising Stars and Innovators Awards showcase Black Excellence in Indiana.

Business
Mentorship

Meet a diverse range of organizations building new products and services.

Meet our visionary

Speakers

Meet our Title

Sponsor

Other Sponsors

Communication of Influence

There are 8 Communities of Influence in every economic ecosystem. Some of these communities overlap. All are interdependent.

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Education

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Community

3

Policy

4

Funding

5

Development

6

Industries

7

Entrepreneurs

8

Communications

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Event Schedule

  • Day 1-Kickoff


  • Day 2-Talent


  • Day 3-Entrepreneurship


  • Day 4-CHCD


  • Day 5-Awards


  • Community Design Thinking Session Modern Apprenticeship for High School Students
    Sponsored by EMPLOYINDY  To attend REGISTER HERE    
    Where
    Martin University Fr. Boniface Hardin Gathertorium Center 2186 N Sherman Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46218

  • Networking Events

  • Black Rising Stars and Black Innovators Awards Sponsored by Bose McKinney Law Firm. To Attend REGISTER HERE     
    Where
    Martin University Fr. Boniface Hardin Gathertorium Center 2186 N Sherman Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46218

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