Navigating Business Partnerships: Insights, Pitfalls, and Cautionary tales

BUF-OR Economic Justice & Development Presents:

Navigating Business Partnerships: Insights, Pitfalls, and Cautionary Tales

Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking discussion as we dive into the complexities of business partnerships in our upcoming event – Navigating Business Partnerships: Insights, Pitfalls, and Cautionary Tales. This engaging fireside chat and panel discussion will feature seasoned entrepreneurs and industry experts who will share their personal experiences, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for building resilient and mutually beneficial partnerships.

From unexpected conflicts to misaligned goals and money mismanagement, we’ll gather to share real experiences that often go untold, giving attendees a behind-the-scenes look at what makes or breaks a partnership. Whether you're an emerging entrepreneur or an aspiring business owner, this event will provide actionable advice and candid conversations to help you succeed in your ventures.

Key Topics Include:

• Red flags to watch for before entering a partnership.
• Communicating and resolving conflicts effectively.
• Balancing power, equity, and decision-making roles.
• Lessons learned from partnership breakdowns.

More about our panelists:

Aaron Robonson - Aaron Robinson is a wellness consultant and podcast host. Over the last 6 years he has dedicated to creating spaces for healing, personal growth and accountability through workshops and public talks for corporations, nonprofits, school and community. He has created a modern framework for anyone to apply when they fall out of their mindfulness routine. Through being open and sharing our collective experiences we see that showing up isn't just half of the battle, it's pretty much the whole thing.

Gloria Coleman - Gloria Coleman is the founder of Exit Bliss. Exit Bliss partners with public and private entities to help them advance their missions efficiently and effectively. She does it through a variety of services, including but not limited to: organizational assessments, IT vendor management and intergration, cyber security, basic financial software training, operations implementation (CRM), Human Resources Management, etc.

Precious Hannah - Precious Hannah is the founder of Mister OK's Essentials. Mister OK's Essentials has been curating vibes since 2017. The company is most well-known for producing world-class candles. They use the highest quality oils paired with a wooden wick to eliminate soot and 100% soy wax for longevity. Mister OK's products create experiences, from purchasing a finished candle, to pouring one in your own home with your loved ones for a family night.

*PLEASE NOTE* Lunch will be provided.

Host or Publisher Black United Fund - Community Justice & Equity Program