Entrepreneur Accelerator Summit IV presented by NYBLACKMBA & bccelerator

The NYBLACKMBA & bccelerator presents the Entrepreneur Accelerator Summit IV (EAS) hosted by Morgan Stanley on Friday, May 10 in New York City in partnership with several National Black MBA Association Chapters including San Francisco, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Detroit, and Washington, DC.

Associate Sponsors: S&P Global, The Estee Lauder Companies, & Moody's

The 2024 EAS will focus on the following tracks:

· Supplier Diversity

· Government Contracting

· Doing Business Abroad

EAS SESSIONS 10:00AM - 5:00PM EST

· Morgan Stanley, 1 New York Plaza, FDR Dr 36th Floor, New York, NY 10004

SUMMIT MIXER 5:00-11:30PM EST

· Highwater Rooftop, 120 Water St, New York, NY 10005

Register Now! Early Bird Registration is Open at www.nyblackmba.org/eas. For more information, please email [email protected]

Since 2019, the “Entrepreneur Accelerator Summit” (EAS) has been dedicated to supporting minority and women-owned businesses, along with aspiring entrepreneurs, in thriving within emerging industries. Through a series of workshops, the summit aims to facilitate the acceleration of their business goals.

Metro New York Chapter of the National Black MBA Association & bccelerator, Inc.

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT

Highwater Rooftop120 Water St, New York, NY 10005

(additional speakers to be named - completed scheduled to be announced)

Supplier Diversity Track covers:

• Supplier Development Programs: Exploring programs and resources designed to help diverse suppliers grow and succeed
• Networking and Relationship Building: Strategies for building relationships with procurement professionals and prime contractors
• Bidding and Proposal Writing: Practical tips for crafting successful bids and proposals for supplier contracts

Government Contracting Track covers:

• Government Contracting Basics: An overview of the government contracting process, regulations, and opportunities
• Navigating Government Procurement Portals: Guidance on using online portals to find and bid on government contracts
• Contract Compliance and Regulations: Understanding compliance requirements and regulations when working with government
• Subcontracting Opportunities: Exploring subcontracting opportunities within larger government contracts and prime contractor relationships

Doing Business Abroad Track covers:

• Market Research and Entry Strategies: Conducting market research and developing entry strategies for international markets
• Legal and Regulatory Considerations: Understanding the legal and regulatory requirements when doing business abroad.
• Cultural Intelligence and Communication: Developing cultural intelligence and effective communication strategies for international business
• International Sales and Distribution Channels: Exploring sales and distribution channels in international markets
• Managing International Operations: Tips for managing logistics, finances, and other aspects of international business operations

In addition, the EAS Resource Expo includes local, nationwide, and international business partners to support businesses looking to scale their operations. This includes:

• Morgan Stanley’s Small Business Academy educational program promotes equity and empower small business owners
• Morgan Stanley Inclusive Ventures Lab accelerator designed to help further develop and scale startups

(additional speakers to be named)

For more information, please email [email protected].

NYBLACKMBA + bccelerator

Host or Publisher Metro NewYork Chapter of the National Black MBA Association