Black Business Association

Tuesday 16 September, 5.30pm - 7.30pm

The LCCI Black Business Association invites you to an evening of high-impact networking at the stylish Papa L’s Kitchen in St.James’s.

Surrounded by fellow professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders, enjoy curated drinks and gourmet canapés in one of London’s most vibrant culinary spaces. With up to 70 attendees from a range of sectors, it’s a chance to expand your network, share ideas and celebrate Black excellence in business.

LCCI has appointed Dr Bola Abisogun OBE as chair of the Black Business Association. Bola said, "As a founding member of the Black Business Association, which was established in October 2020, coupled with an outward facing international perspective, it remains my firm intention to facilitate meaningful engagement and economic opportunity for London based business."

BBA's Programme Partner, The University of Westminster, recently held an event to mark the end of another iteration of the Black History Year (BHY) Create programme. Funded by the Quintin Hogg Trust (QHT), this event brought together students, alumni, colleagues and governors in recognition of the achievements and impact of BHY Create, a key strand of the wider BHY initiative.

The London Chamber Black Excellence Awards in partnership with Boisdale of Canary Wharf, celebrated the inspirational contribution of the British Black community to the cultural and economic development of the United Kingdom. This special evening honoured the exceptional and significant achievements of the Black British community.

2023 marked the 75th Anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush in the Great Britain. London Chamber and the National Windrush Museum are united in a collaborative effort to celebrate the success and contribution of Caribbean people to the UK and to work indefinitely towards removing barriers and struggles that impede their growth in any way.

The winning of this House of Commons debate is another significant result in LCCI's campaign for the recommendations in the Ethnic Diversity in Business report to be implemented by the Government and Mayor of London.

LCCI events are great opportunties to build new business connections and gain valuable industry insights. With over 200 events a year, there is plenty to choose from.

London Business Matters is the Chamber's bi-monthly magazine. The publication includes expert advice, indepth international trade insight, business trends and industry updates. Read exclusive interviews with leading business figures, case-studies from members and discover the latest news from London's business community.

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