REEL RESILIENCE: THE BLACK GODFATHER

Schedule

Thu Apr 24 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Wright Note Cafe | Raleigh, NC

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A film series for entrepreneurs! Watch, learn & discuss powerful stories of success, resilience, & innovation. Business Movie Night
About this Event

Join us for Reel Resilience: A Film Series for Entrepreneurs, a monthly gathering designed to inspire, educate, and empower entrepreneurs. Each event features a compelling film or documentary exploring themes of entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation, followed by thought-provoking discussions on business growth, financial success, and overcoming challenges.

This series welcomes all business professionals looking to gain insights, build connections, and be part of a thriving entrepreneurial community.



🎥 This Month’s Featured Film: THE BLACK GODFATHER

The Black Godfather (2019) is a documentary about the life and legacy of Clarence Avant, a highly influential music executive, entrepreneur, and dealmaker known for shaping the careers of countless Black artists, athletes, and politicians. Directed by Reginald Hudlin, the film explores Avant’s rise from humble beginnings to becoming a behind-the-scenes powerbroker in the entertainment industry.

Nicknamed "The Black Godfather," Avant played a crucial role in breaking barriers for Black talent, negotiating groundbreaking deals, and mentoring figures like Quincy Jones, Diddy, and Barack Obama. The documentary features interviews with industry icons, including Bill Clinton, Kamala Harris, Snoop Dogg, and Jamie Foxx, who discuss Avant’s immense impact on music, sports, and politics.

It’s an inspiring story of resilience, influence, and the power of relationships in shaping Black excellence across multiple industries.



Key Themes:

Entrepreneurship & Business Growth – Building a brand from the ground up
Resilience & Overcoming Adversity – Facing discrimination and industry challenges
Women in Leadership – Breaking barriers in a male-dominated society
Branding & Marketing – The power of storytelling and self-promotion



VIP Black Box Experience 🎁

Attendees who select VIP admission will receive an exclusive VIP Black Box, filled with premium products and resources from local businesses. Want your brand featured? This is a prime opportunity to showcase your business to a targeted audience of entrepreneurs!

📢 Just want to say thank you to Raleigh Division of Community And Small Business Development for sponsering this event!

📩 Interested in Sponsoring or Featuring Your Product?
Email us at or call 919-822-1937 for more details!

📅 When: Last Thursday of Every Month | ⏰ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Where: The Wright Village

🍿 Limited seats available—reserve yours today! 🎟️


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Wright Note Cafe, 399 Hubert Street, Raleigh, United States

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