Startup Economics 101 Summit
Schedule
Sat Nov 08 2025 at 08:30 am to 01:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center | Dallas, TX

Agenda
π: 08:30 AM - 08:50 AM
Registration Open!
π: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
The International Exchange - What other communities are saying!
Host: Jennifer Onwumere
Info: A focused conversation on business, economics and access from around the world.
Panelist | Mooketsit Tekere (Botswana) | Farhana Akter Khan (Bangledesh) | Seun Richards (Canada) | Session Moderator | Jennifer Onwumere (Dallas)
π: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Letβs Discuss Arts, Culture, and Civic Engagement
Host: Matthew Dancy
Info: Economics plays a vital role in uniting us through the diverse stories it reveals from various walks of life. Through this panel, I aspire to share the experiences of business owners who have navigated the challenges of operating in America. I hope their journeys inspire you to pursue your passions in a strategic and thought-provoking manner. We are pleased to announce our speakers for this topic:
Mr. Matthew Dancy (Founder of Somebody Art Co.) -
A visual artist and creative director, Mr. Dancy's work seamlessly connects fine art, fashion, and culture.
Dr. Danielle Lemi, PhD - She is the founder and principal at Kapwasol Insights, a justice-oriented evaluation and strategy firm that assists mission-driven teams in making, measuring, and enhancing their impact.
Jessica Hayden - She is the founder of Hustle Creative Studio, LLC, a digital marketing looking to help your business no matter how small or big. With a focus on your success, impact and exposure at all times.
π: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Social Enterprises in Education and Health
Host: Devyn Walker
Info: - Mission-driven ventures that aim to address access and equity in learning and healthcare. Blending profitability with impact. We are pleased to announce our speakers for this topic: We are delighted to introduce our incredible moderator, Ms. Greer L. Christian. She is not only well-versed in health matters but also the proud owner of Vigilant Management Group and the Co-founder of PureNRG Cycle.
Then we have our awesome panelists Ms. Devyn Walker is the Founder and Chief Culture of Transcend Wellness Club - A blended approach rooted in somatic therapy, trauma-informed movement, and culturally grounded wellness. Mr. Will Baggett is the Chief Coloring Officer and Leadership Keynote Speaker, as well as the Owner of Emergent Executives, LLC. He is committed to inspiring individuals to think creatively and "color outside the lines" in their lives, careers, and beyond.
π: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Indiana Urban Community panel
π: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lending from the Economic Lens
Host: Angel De Leon
Info: An engaging conversation on the importance of establishing a business foundation that leads to sustainable capital infusion. We are pleased to have Ms. Tennille Lang, Vice President of Community Management, leading the discussion for this panel. We have an incredible lineup of panelists from various leading banks, ready to discuss how they are supporting small businesses.
π: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch break
π: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney
Info: In closing the Startup Economics 101 Summit
We are excited to have representatives from the African American Museum conclude the event. This gathering would not have been feasible without the partnership of the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program. We encourage you to remain engaged with this initiative, as we have so much more to offer to our cherished communities.
Where is it happening?
South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center, 3225 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Dallas, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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