2013 Chamber Minority Business Conference

A BIG Thank You to our Conference Underwriters & Sponsors:  
Underwritten by: City of Charlottesville Dialogue on Race
Television Media Sponsor: Charlottesville Newplex
Print Media Sponsor: The Daily Progress
Silver Sponsors: Allison Partners, Blue Ridge Bank, Wisdom Oak Winery
Bronze Sponsors: Albemarle County Economic Development, BB&T, Carter Myers Automotive, J.F. Bell Funeral Home, UVA Supplier Diversity,

Join us for the 2nd Annual Chamber Minority Business Conference. The theme of this year's conference is Business Growth Through Connections and we believe this event will serve as a catalyst in growing viable entrepreneurial businesses in the Greater Charlottesville Communities.

The conference will include:

KEYNOTE ADDRESS:
Daphne Maxwell Reid, best known for her role as "Aunt Vivian" on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, will give the keynote address. Mrs. Reid's 35-year acting career is still vital, with roles on many new television programs. With her husband, actor/writer/producer, Tim Reid, Mrs. Reid co-founded and is the principal partner in New Millennium Studios, the first full-service film studio in Virginia. Mrs. Reid is also an avid photographer, having recently published a book of photographs capturing her accounts of DOORS that she has experienced throughout her many journeys.

OPENING REMARKS:
Cynthia Murray with Cynthia Murray Enterprises will kick off the day with enlightening, empowering, and encouraging words for entrepreneurs.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS:
Morning Sessions (Choose One):

• What's It Really Like To Start A Business?
• The Wealth of Your Connections
• Teambuilding For Business Success

Afternoon Sessions (Choose One):

• Telling Your Business' Story
• Growing Sales Through Networking
• Your Leadership Legacy

SPEED NETWORKING 
Bring lots of business cards to exchange with other conference attendees as you share your 1-minute elevator pitch at the ever-popular speed networking event.

GOING UP! ELEVATOR PITCH COMPETITION
10 slots available. Bring your best business pitch and go head-to-head with fellow attendees in this exhilarating, high-stakes competition. Only 10 slots are available and you must register. Prizes will be awarded.

EXHIBITORS
Attendees will have an opportunity to visit with businesses/organizations showcasing their products and services.

To view photos from our 2012 Inaugural Chamber Minority Business Conference, click here.