ABP 2025: Resilience, Leadership & Economic Power in a Changing Landscape
Schedule
Fri Feb 28 2025 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am
UTC-06:00Location
Hilton Garden Inn Nashville West End Avenue | Nashville, TN

About this Event
In a time when inclusion is being challenged, we are doubling down on empowering Black professionals with the tools, strategies, and connections needed to thrive. Join us for a powerful morning of networking, leadership development, and financial empowerment at the Advancing Black Professionals Breakfast—an intentional experience designed to position you for success in your career and business.
At our last summit, Career Thrivers was honored with a proclamation from the mayor, officially designating the last week of February as Advancing Black Professionals Week—and we’re continuing the momentum. This year, we are hosting an exclusive breakfast experience, bringing together Black leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs for high-impact discussions and actionable insights.
What to Expect:
✅ Strategic Networking – Connect with like-minded professionals and industry leaders.
✅ Leadership Branding Masterclass – Learn how to position yourself for new opportunities, promotions, and business growth.
✅ Panel of Black Leaders – Gain firsthand insights from successful professionals navigating corporate spaces and entrepreneurship.
✅ Mental Health in High-Pressure Work Environments – Learn how to protect your well-being while excelling in your career.
✅ Income Generation Workshop – Discover strategies to grow your business while working full-time.
This experience is made possible through Career Thrivers’ financial investment in your growth, and we invite our community to step up and support this initiative through ticket purchases and donations.
Breakfast and parking are included—come ready to learn, connect, and take action toward your next level!
Why Attend?
The Advancing Black Professionals Breakfast is a high-impact experience designed to equip Black professionals with the strategies, insights, and connections needed to navigate today’s workplace, advance in leadership, and build wealth. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or building your business, this experience is for you.
Event Highlights:
- Breakfast & Networking: Connect with Black professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Leadership Branding Masterclass: Position yourself for executive roles, promotions, and visibility in your industry.
- Mental Health & Resilience Session: Learn how to navigate high-pressure environments while prioritizing your well-being.
- Panel Discussion: Gain insight from successful Black executives and entrepreneurs on navigating career growth, leadership, and wealth-building.
- Income Generation Workshop: Learn how to grow your income and build a thriving business while working full-time.

Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Networking & Breakfast
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:40 AM
Welcome Remarks & Why We’re Here
Info: Start the morning with intentional networking and an empowering kickoff highlighting the state of Black professionals in today’s workplace, the importance of career resilience, and the proclamation of Advancing Black Professionals Week.
🕑: 08:40 AM - 09:00 AM
Thriving Under Pressure: Mental Health Strategies for Black Leaders
Info: Discover practical strategies to navigate workplace stress, set boundaries, and build resilience while excelling in high-pressure environments. A mental health expert will share insights on overcoming burnout and knowing when to pivot, pause, or push forward in your career.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:40 AM
Black Leaders Panel: Navigating & Thriving in the Workplace
Info: Gain powerful insights from senior Black executives and business leaders as they share real-world experiences and proven strategies for career advancement. Learn how to position yourself for leadership roles, build executive influence, and leverage sponsorship and mentorship to accelerate your success.
🕑: 09:40 AM - 10:15 AM
Leadership Branding Workshop
Info: Learn how to build a leadership brand that commands attention in your career and business. This interactive session will break down the three pillars of leadership visibility that drive career acceleration and showcase case studies of Black professionals who have leveraged personal branding to secure promotions, board seats, and new opportunities.
🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Income Generation: Building Wealth Beyond Your Paycheck
Info: Discover how to grow your income while excelling in your career. This session will explore how to leverage high-income skills to build a profitable business, the most lucrative business models for Black professionals, and how to navigate corporate policies while expanding your personal brand and additional revenue streams.
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Closing & Community Investment
Info: We’ll close with an invitation to take action in 2025. Career Thrivers is committed to investing in Black professionals by providing the strategies, connections, and resources needed to thrive in an ever-evolving workplace. This isn’t just an event—it’s a movement to position you for leadership, influence, and financial growth. Learn how you can stay engaged, continue building momentum, and be part of a community dedicated to elevating Black excellence in business and beyond.
Where is it happening?
Hilton Garden Inn Nashville West End Avenue, 100 Murphy Court, Nashville, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 2916.45
