NBBPC Program Book - Black Business and Professional Association

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Black Business and Professional Association
Stimulating Dialogue
Breaking Barriers
Creating Opportunities
THE INAUGURAL NATIONAL
BLACK BUSINESS AND
PROFESSIONAL CONVENTION
November 4 – 5, 2010
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario M5H 2M9
CONTENTS
NBBPC Program 4
Message from the BBPA President 7
Message from the NBBPC Chair 8
The 1st National Black Business & Professional Convention (NBBPC)
10
About the BBPA
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MESSAGES
The RT. Hon Prime Minister Stephen Harper 12
Premier of Ontario, Dalton McGuinty 13
Leader of the New Democratic Party, Jack Layton
14
Leader of the official Opposition of Ontario, Tim Hudak 15
Leader of Ontario New Democrats, Andrea Horwath
16
Minister of Health Promotions, Margarett Best
17
Message from Title Sponsor (Sterling Dentistry)
18
NBBPC
Convention Speakers and Host
20
NBBPC Success Story: Jade Jager Clarks 22
NBBPC Success Story: Ricky Neckles
23
Workshop Presenters
26
Round Table Panelists
32
Round Table Moderators 36
NBBPC Performers 38
BBPA Organization Profile
42
Thanks to our Sponsors 43
NBBPC Planning Committee 44
Acknowledgements 46
BBPA CONVENTION 2010
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The Inaugural National Black Business & Professional Convention
(NBBPC) – DAY 1
Thursday, November 4th, 2010, 6:30pm
Opening Ceremony
Hosted by: Farley Flex
AGENDA
Check- In / Registration (5:00-6:00pm)
Recruitment and Career Opportunity (5:30-6:30pm)
Grand Processional – BBPA Drum Corp
Introduction of Master of Ceremonies – Charla-Maye Cooper, Event Coordinator
National Anthem – The Chitans
Thanksgiving – Pastor Wayne Martin
Opening Fanfair – Rashaan Allwood’s Jazz Trio
Welcome & Introductions – Pauline Christian, President, BBPA
Remarks – Dr. Cherilyn Sterling Case, Sterling Dentistry, Presenting Sponsor
Greetings – Community Leaders
Entertainment – The Chitans
Greetings – Community Leaders
Entertainment – Dave Brown, Toronto Trumpet Player
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Sponsorship Appreciation
Cultural Dance – The Jade Hip-Hop Academy Performance Company
“Diversity” – John Tory, Guest Speaker
Entertainment – Rashaan Allwood’s Jazz Trio
Keynote Address – Bruce George, Keynote Speaker
Entertainment – Dave Brown, Toronto Trumpet Player
Closing Remarks – Mayvia Morrison, 2nd VP BBPA & NBBPC Chair
Mix & Mingle
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The Inaugural National Black Business & Professional Convention
(NBBPC) – DAY 2
Friday, November 5th, 2010, 7:30am | AGENDA
Event
Description
Location
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Time
Sign In / Registration
All
Dominion Foyer
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast
All
Dominion Ballroom
9:00 AM - 9:05 AM
Welcome & Introductory
Remarks
Mayvia Morrison - NBBPC Chair
Dominion Ballroom
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM
Conference Instructions
Farley Flex - Host
Dominion Ballroom
9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Keynote Speaker
Fired Up - Bruce George
Dominion Ballroom
9:45 AM - 9:55 AM
Testimonial
Success Story - Jade Jager Clark
Dominion Ballroom
Info Sharing Pt.1
Mr. Lloyd McKell - TDSB
Dominion Ballroom
10:35 AM -10:45 AM
Testimonial
“Your Start Doesn’t Define Who You Will Become” Ricky Neckles
Dominion Ballroom
10:45 AM - 10:50 AM
Guest Speaker
Toronto the Land of Opportunity - David Whittaker
CEO Tourism Toronto
Dominion Ballroom
10:50AM -11:00 AM
Break
All Dominion Foyer
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Workshop
Workshops A
See Next Page
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
All
Dominion Ballroom
1:00 PM - 1:55 PM
Recruitment and Career
Opportunity
Booths / Exhibits
Dominion Foyer
10:00 AM -10:30 AM
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Workshop
Workshops B
See Next Page
3:00 PM - 3:25 PM
Info Sharing Pt.2
Mr. Norman Brown, TADSB
Dominion Ballroom
Round Table Discussion
Impacts of Globalization on Businesses and
Career Opportunities. Panelists: Denham Jolly,
Courtney Betty, Delores Lawrence, Dr. Gervan
Fearon, Mark Beckles (RBC)
Dominion Ballroom A
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Moderated by Hon. Jean Augustine, Fairness
Commissioner for Ontario
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Importance of Community Service and Mentorship as it pertains to the success of Corporate
Canada and Canada as a whole. Panelists: Farley
Flex; Dr. Cherilyn Sterling-Case (Sterling Dentistry),
Dr. David Burt; Tanya Walker, Ashton Sequeira
(Centerplate)
Metro 1 Ballroom
Moderated by Marci Ien, News Anchor,
Canada AM
The Diversity Edge - Leading by Inclusion.
3:30 PM - 4:30PM
4:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Guest Speaker
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Finale / Wrap Up
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mixer
Panelists: Julian Falconer, Valerie Sorbie (BMO),
Mark Hart (CIBC), Inspector Ricky Veerappan (York
Regional Police), Cory Garlough (Scotiabank) Hon.
Margarett Best
Moderated by Cynthia Reyes, Vice President,
DiversiPro Inc.
Hon. Peter Kent
Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas)
Vote of Thanks & Giveaways!
Pauline Christian - President, BBPA
Networking Opportunity
Dominion Ballroom B
Dominion Ballroom
Dominion Ballroom
Dominion Ballroom
& Foyer WORKSHOPS A
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
TITLE
PRESENTER
LOCATION
Strengthening the SME’s for Economic Mobility
Rory Sheehan
Wentworth
How to Plan a Successful Corporate or Fundraising Event
Ashton Sequeira
Kenora
Free Government Resources For Small & Medium Businesses
Jane Wang
Huron
Bridging the Generation Gap - Building A Legacy
RoseMary Sadlier
Kent
BBPApreneurship - The Balancing Act - Living the Good Life
Dr. David Burt
Simcoe
Debt Management
Richard Haggins
Dufferin
Engagement and Career Planning
Pauline Christian
Dominion Ballroom
BBPApreneurship - Surviving Economic Downturns
Cheryl Rankin
Conference H
WORKSHOPS B
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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TITLE
PRESENTER
LOCATION
From Engineering to Starting your Own Business
Thomas Tewoldemedhin
Wentworth
Creating Your Winning Brand
Alex Nosa Ihama
Kenora
What to Expect from your Business Banker
Cathy Pin
Huron
BBPApreneurship - Starting a Successful Business
Katherine Kroos
Kent
The HST and You
Vivian Binnion
Simcoe
Your Financial Health: The Roadway to Wealth
David Bissoo
Dufferin
Mastering the Art of Networking - Does Network determine
Net Worth?
Pauline Christian
Dominion Room
Capitalizing on Social Media to Drive Profitability in a Globally
driven economy
Bernard Gray and
Natnael Alemayehu
Conference H
MESSAGE FROM THE BBPA PRESIDENT
O
n behalf of the Black Business and Professional Association
(BBPA) it gives me a sense of pride to launch the first
National Black Business and Professional Convention
(NBBPC). At the start of my tenure as President of the BBPA, the
thought of a convention evolved as I deliberated and contemplated
the exceptional work done by great pioneers in our community
and the needs still outstanding as it relates to the mandate of the
BBPA. Instantly, my steps were ordered and I knew this was a call
to action for our BBPA Strategic Planning Session that took place
in the upper chambers of the Scotiabank Plaza. With the assistance
of a terrific board of directors, the idea was motioned into action
and is now a reality. Today, we are very excited that as a result
of the strong financial support from our Title sponsor, Sterling
Dentistry, and Platinum sponsors, BMO, CIBC, TD, Royal Bank, and
Scotiabank, we are able to facilitate this historic event in Canada’s
top financial district, at the prestigious Sheraton Centre, Downtown
Toronto. The theme of this 2010 Business Expo is, “Stimulating
Dialogue – Breaking Barriers – Creating Opportunities”, which
will revolutionize the brand of the BBPA and propel its wheels for
greater traction as it relates to the true meaning of its mandate,
vision, and overall existence.
This convention brings together some of the boldest and
cutting-edge leaders today, including keynote speaker from New
York, Bruce George - motivational speaker, author and
entrepreneur; guest speakers John Tory - Former Leader of
the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party, David Whittaker President & CEO of Tourism Toronto; the Hon. Margaret Best,
Julian Falconer (Falconer Charney LLP), Dr. David Burt; and the
Hon. Jean Augustine.
The Inaugural NBBPC is the meeting and birth place of great minds
as it relates to business, entrepreneurship, professional excellence,
economic empowerment, and higher education. We have
partnered with school boards, universities, businesses, charitable
organizations (including youth groups and social agencies), to
broaden the demographic of the business professional in Canada.
Through root-cause analysis and partnering with the decision
and policy makers, we hope to develop solution-based strategies
that will address the core of the “socio-economic endemic”
within our community.
The two-day convention will stimulate and inject an appetite for
economic excellence and sustainability amongst our constituencies.
The NBBPC has been raising eyebrows and has attracted Canada’s
brightest students, top employers who promote diversity,
entrepreneurs, visionaries, and government officials. The BBPA
aims to develop comprehensive strategies that ensure the
inclusion of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises into the
BBPA’s mainstream vision. We will also attempt to champion
the early infusion of a positive attitude, drive and passion toward
Entrepreneurship from an early age within the education cycle. This
would help change the economic DNA of our constituents and
poise our community and nation for greater economic mobility. A
measure that would help Canada address some of its longstanding
socio-economic issues that face predominantly new immigrants and
people within the diverse group. As the BBPA travels down this
new path of entrepreneurship
and economic empowerment,
we are humbled and awed by the
unswerving and immeasurable
support of our key sponsors
and donors, dedicated work
of the NBBPC Planning
Committee and volunteers. I
take this opportunity to express
my sincere thanks to the
backbone of our organization,
founders, past presidents, advisory council, board of directors,
and national scholarship board of trustees. To our title sponsor,
Sterling Dentistry, thanks for your generosity and consistency. To
our platinum sponsors, Canada’s five big banks, thanks for your
continuous support being the financial foundation of the BBPA. You
all understand the true meaning of corporate responsibility, and
have walked the walk in demonstrating corporate involvement in
the community as it pertains to community advocacy/advancement.
Thanks to City Hall and the Legislative Office of Ontario for
being so willing and open to facilitate our requirements leading
up to, and on the day of the Press Conference on October
19th. Thanks to our student table sponsors who understand the
big picture of our vision in helping to create a better future for our
community: Toronto District School Board, Toronto Adventist
District School Board, Liberal Caucus of Ontario, Dr. Alex
MacGregor, TIPT, Delores Lawrence, Nurses & Homemakers Inc,
John Tory, Paul Anthony, Dr. Gervan Fearon. Thanks to Caribbean
Camera, Pride, SWAY, CKLN.FM, Planet Africa, and all other media
that assisted in getting the NBBPC out to the public. Thanks to the
Sheraton Hotel for your outstanding hospitality in ensuring that our
event is a success.
To plan a first time event of this magnitude is truly not an easy feat,
therefore I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to my 2nd VP,
Mayvia Morrison for Chairing the NBBPC along with the Planning
Committee. A special thanks goes out to Adrianna Lewis and
Charla Maye Cooper for their outstanding jobs being the office
administrators, volunteering after their shifts, and working into
the early hours of the morning to ensure the project meets its
deadlines. Thanks to Cleve Sandy, the AV & Technical engineer for
ensuring that we are heard and viewed in the best light.
To our presenters, panelists, speakers, patrons, troop of
youth, teachers and chaperones, thanks for the commitment,
dedication and contribution to the big cause. Your efforts
will not go unnoticed! Tonight and tomorrow will find its way into
the history book of the BBPA, and hopefully carve a new path in the
socio-economic journey of our people. Thanks for helping the BBPA
draw the curtains and unveil the Inaugural National and Professional
Convention, a new path designed to enable the elimination of the
economic divide amongst racial lines. Thank You! Thank You! Thank
You! Let’s Do it Together, and be the Change We Seek!
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MESSAGE FROM THE NBBPC CHAIR
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t is a pleasure to welcome the participants,
presenters, sponsors and supporters
of the BBPA to our Inaugural National
Black Business and Professional Convention
(NBBPC 2010). As the chair of this National
Convention, I am pleased to see that our
convention has materialized. The concept
behind this convention was born out of an
identified need within the Black community
and seeks to promote diversity, encourage
economic empowerment, and build networks
across different businesses/ business sectors. I
believe the biggest challenge and opportunity
of our time is in Business and Professional
development.
The Black Business and Professional Association
(BBPA) was incorporated in July 1983 as a nonprofit charitable organization that serves to
address equity and opportunity for the Black
community in business, employment, education
and economic development. Over the years
we have produce programs such as the Harry
Jerome Awards, the National Scholarship
Fund and other events/programs that provide
networking opportunities for entrepreneurs
and professionals. However we did not have a
program that was totally geared towards the
area of Business and Professional development.
When the new board was selected in
September 2010 we developed a road map,
which was designed under our new leadership
as our recipe for success. The concept is based
on four pillars which were developed to ensure
we address the BBPA’s mandate and vision. Our
president lead us to realize that there was a
major need for our attention to be focussed on
the economic development of the Small Medium
Enterprise (SME), within our community.
Instantaneously, there was a common
understanding that something needed to be
done using collaborate efforts which has lead to
this historic event, the Inaugural National Black
Business and Professional Convention.
To the planning committee Kedon Newton,
Kay-Ann Williams, Taneisha Samuels, Ayokanmi
Falade, Charla-Maye Cooper and D’Juvayne
Christian, along with the other volunteers on
the subcommittees, thank you! Your dedication
to the success of this event is commendable.
Special thanks to our program manager
Adrianna Lewis and our event coordinator
Charla-Maye Cooper for your excellent work
and dedication.
Pauline Christian, thank you for your profound
leadership, guidance and support which has and
will continue to remind us that “Our deepest
fear is not that we are inadequate, but that
we are powerful beyond measure.” To my
fellow Board of Directors, thanks for your
support! To our sponsors, your generosity is
truly appreciated and we look forward to your
continued support.
It is truly an honour to be part of the Black
Business and Professional Convention that
promises to be an invaluable experience and is
expected to leave a lasting impact on those in
attendance as well as the wider community.
I implore you to enjoy the two days of this
convention and use the information you
receive to empower yourself on your journey
to reach your full potential. On behalf of the
Directors of the BBPA, we welcome you to
this revolutionary event under the banner of:
“Stimulating Dialogue – Breaking Barriers –
Creating Opportunities.”
The 1st National Black Business & Professional
Convention (NBBPC)
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he National Black Business and Professional Convention (NBBPC) is an annual
convention and expo, and the first of its kind, focusing on the business and
professional community in Canada. The idea of the convention arose when
leaders of the BBPA re-evaluated the mandate and historical data of the organization at
their strategic planning session. They realized that there was a major need for attention
as it pertains to building the Small Medium Enterprise (SME), and there was a common
understanding that something needed to be done using collaborate efforts, leading to the
Inaugural National Black Business and Professional Convention.
The goal of the NBBPC is to promote diversity, encourage economic empowerment,
and build networks across different businesses/business sectors. The Convention will
reflect the BBPA’s strategy to draw on multi-disciplinary professionals, businesses and
organizations to cohesively stimulate and inject an appetite for economic excellence and
sustainability across the numerous and often intersecting business lines. The BBPA aims to
develop comprehensive strategies that ensure the inclusion of micro, small and mediumsized enterprises into the BBPA’s mainstream vision. The format of the convention
includes informative and empowering workshops, presentations, and round table
discussions, showcasing the best in business, entrepreneurship, education and finance.
The NBBPC is sponsored by Sterling Dentistry; Canada’s five biggest banks, BMO Financial
Group, Scotiabank, CIBC, TD Bank Financial Group, RBC Financial Group; Toronto
District School Board; and John Tory. It has received tremendous support from the
business, professional and financial community at large.
The NBBPC promises to be an invaluable experience and is expected to leave a lasting
impact on those in attendance as well as the wider community. It will attract Canada’s
brightest students, top employers, entrepreneurs, visionaries, and government officials,
focusing on organizations and institutions that promote diversity. Students, as well as
professionals, are especially encouraged to attend the convention. Students in particular
will be afforded recruitment and networking opportunities with some of Canada’s leading
corporations and institutions.
For more information please visit us online at www.bbpa.org, call us at 416-504-4097 or
email us at bbpa@bellnet.
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About the BBPA
Purpose:
To encourage and support the pursuit of
entrepreneurship business, professional
excellence, higher education and
economic empowerment.
To facilitate access to people and
T
information for the benefit of the Black
he Black Business and Professional Association
is a non-profit charitable organization that seeks
to continually advance the Black community and
by extension Canadian society as a whole. Through the
facilitation and delivery of programs that support businesses,
professional excellence, higher education and further
economic development, the BBPA is able to address issues
of equity and opportunities for the Black community headon. Since its inception in 1983, the BBPA has been making
the Black business and professional community a priority.
community.
To identify and reward excellence.
To establish linkages and co-operate
with other organizations on matters
pertaining to business, education and
economic development.
To build cross-cultural understanding
and promote equity.
Annually, the BBPA hosts the well-known and nationally
televised BBPA Harry Jerome Awards, a national awards
event that recognizes and honours excellence and
achievement within the Black community across a diverse
Mission:
To advance the Black community by
array of disciplines, while simultaneously facilitating higher
facilitating the delivery of programs
education through the annual presentation of scholarships
that support business and professional
through the BBPA National Scholarship Fund. Additionally,
excellence, higher education and
the BBPA sponsors the Leaders of Tomorrow Conference
economic development.
which focuses on issues facing marginalized youth; the
BBPA Exchange and Ebony Think Tank which provides
networking opportunities and seeks to harmonize efforts to
build the Black community; the BBPA Choirfest, the Martin
Luther King Celebration, and the Annual Black Heroes
Vision:
To be the organization of choice for
serving the Black community’s business,
Golf Tournament, and now the National Black Business
professional and economic development
and Professional Convention, all of which seek to provide
needs.
additional fundraising opportunities for our numerous
community initiatives.
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRIME MINISTER
It is with great pleasure that I extend my warmest greetings to all those attending the first National Black Business and Professional Convention‐Expo 2010 organized by the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA). Founded in 1983, the BBPA is committed to promoting equality and opportunity for Canada’s black community in business, education, employment, and economic development. As an organization that values academic excellence, BBPA also maintains a generous scholarship program for deserving black Canadian students who are pursuing higher education. This inspiring convention, “Stimulating Dialogue ‐ Breaking Barriers ‐ Creating Opportunities,” will surely provide you with unequal networking opportunities, while encouraging business creation and professional development within the community. I would like to commend the organizers for their efforts in putting together this informative and interactive event, and for their unwavering dedication to advancing the interests of black Canadians. On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish you a memorable and productive convention, as well as every success in the years ahead. The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, P.C., M.P. OTTAWA 2010
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MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER OF ONTARIO
Premier of Ontario - Premier ministre de l’Ontario
November 4 – 5, 2010
A PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER
On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am delighted to extend
warm greetings to everyone attending the first National Black Business
and Professional Convention (NBBPC).
As this event demonstrates, the Black Business and Professional
Association plays a vital role in the Black community by creating
opportunities for professional growth and by recognizing and building
on community strengths. By recognizing and honouring excellence
within the Black community, you are helping build a more dynamic and
prosperous Ontario.
The NBBPC offers participants the chance to learn from insightful
speakers, share experiences and build important networks — within a
variety of professional sectors. I am confident that it will be a
memorable and informative event for all attendees.
To first-time and returning visitors to Toronto — welcome to the
nation’s largest city and our province’s capital! I hope you will have
time to take in some of the outstanding sites and attractions the city
has to offer.
Please accept my best wishes for a highly successful convention.
Dalton McGuinty
Premier
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MESSAGE FROM THE NDP LEADER OF CANADA
Jack Layton, MP
Toronto – Danforth
Leader, New Democratic Party
Congratulations to the Black Business and Professional Association on your First National Black Business
and Professional Convention.
I’m proud to call Toronto home and I am proud that it will now host such an important event. The City’s
slogan is ‘Diversity Our Strength’, and the communities and businesses represented at this convention
are a reflection of the great work that can be done when different cultures work together.
I’m honoured to join you in celebrating what promises to be a great convention.
Congratulations again.
Sincerely,
Hon. Jack Layton, MP, PC
Député, Toronto Danforth
Leader / Chef
New Democratic Party of Canada / Nouveau Parti Démocratique du Canada
[email protected]
www.ndp.ca
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MESSAGE FROM THE ONTARIO PC LEADER
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MESSAGE FROM THE ONTARIO NDP LEADER
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A Message from Ontario’s NDP Leader
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Greetings and good wishes to everyone attending and participating in the first-ever National Black Business and
Professional Convention – Expo 2010.
A Message from Ontario’s NDP Leader
BBPA is well known for its innovation and organization of successful events that promote African-Canadian
achievement. Here, again, we have BBPA breaking new ground, excelling in new areas and facilitating the
success of
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Professional Convention – Expo 2010.
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a showcase of entrepreneurship and enterprise and an excellent way to network and support the Black
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business community.
success of Black businesses and professions.
I commend the volunteers who work so hard for BBPA endeavours. Their energy and enthusiasm have fuelled
The Black Business and Professional Association members and vendors deserve tremendous credit for this
BBPA’s efforts during an impressive 28-year history. Expo 2010 is another jewel in the crown of BBPA’s
inaugural
endeavour. In keeping with your dedication to scholarship, achievement and leadership, this event is
phenomenal success story
a showcase of entrepreneurship and enterprise and an excellent way to network and support the Black
business
community.
To the entire
organization of BBPA, thank you for your ongoing commitment to our community through your
great programs and advocacy. Have a wonderful exposition!
I commend the volunteers who work so hard for BBPA endeavours. Their energy and enthusiasm have fuelled
BBPA’s
efforts during an impressive 28-year history. Expo 2010 is another jewel in the crown of BBPA’s
Best Wishes,
phenomenal success story
To the entire organization of BBPA, thank you for your ongoing commitment to our community through your
great programs and advocacy. Have a wonderful exposition!
Best Wishes,
Andrea Horwath, MPP
Leader, Ontario’s New Democrats
Andrea Horwath, MPP
Leader, Ontario’s New Democrats
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MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER OF HEALTH PROMOTION AND SPORT
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MESSAGE FROM THE TITLE SPONSOR
Message from Sterling Dentistry:
On behalf of Sterling Dentistry, it gives me great pleasure to
congratulate The Black Business and Professional Association in hosting
their first National Business & Professional Convention, I am confident it
will be a tremendous success.
Sterling Dentistry is proud to partner with an organization such as this,
which have made a difference in the lives of many. As your theme states,
“Stimulating Dialogue, Breaking Business and Creating Opportunities”,
you have done all this in the various activities that you embarked on
throughout the year.
The Board and membership of the BBPA under the directorship
of Pauline Christian ought to be proud of the achievements of this
outstanding organization and for what they represent in Canada.
A strong organization can only mean more support to the many charities
in need and we are happy to have been able to assist you in achieving
your goals for 2010.
The success of this convention is due to the tireless efforts of all the
members, workers, volunteers, sponsors of the BBPA and we at Sterling
Dentistry wish that this organization will grow from strength to strength
as its best work is still to be done.
Best of luck for an informative and successful convention!
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Crawford Adventist Academy
Established in 1953
Christ–Centred Environment • Excellent Curriculum • Advanced Placement
98% University Acceptance Rate • Award winning music program
We are delighted to be a part of the first National Black Business and Professional Association Convention
The New Crawford Adventist Academy
A worthy project that needs your support. Get involved by contacting Derrick Hall, VP of Advancement: 1-866-960-2125, [email protected]
Toronto Adventist District School Board
531 Finch Ave. West • North York • ON MR2 3X2 • Tel: 416-633-0090 • www.tadsb.com
Caledon
•
Toronto
•
Pickering
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Keynote SPEAKER
Bruce GEORGE
Bruce is a visionary, executive producer, writer, poet and activist. He was born and raised in New York
City. He has written poetry/prose & articles for over 37 years. His work has been published in major
magazines, anthologies, and literary publications. He has written testimonials from the likes of Essence
Magazine, Emerge Magazine, Class Magazine, Harlem River Press etc…
Bruce has won multiple poetry & talent contests. He has won several awards such as a “Peabody Award”
for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def Poetry (HBO)”, a “Miky Award” for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def
Poetry Jam (HBO)”, an “Upscale Showcase Award”, a “Trail Blazer Award” etc… for his outstanding
vision, production, writing and performance.
Bruce is the Founder/Executive Consultant of Ebony Energy Talent Network (Booking Agency) featuring
major talent such as Paul Mooney, Rev. Jessie Jackson, Amiri Baraka, The Last Poets, Malik Yoba, Dawn
Robinson etc.
Bruce is the Co-Founder of the critically acclaimed award winning “Russell Simmons’s Def Poetry Jam.”
He’s also the Founder/Managing Editor of “The Bandana Republic, an Anthology of Poetry & Prose by
Gang Members & Their Affiliates.”
As an activist Bruce has been and currently is associated with major grassroots organizations that fosters
and uplifts people in struggle.
Convention HOST
Farley FLEX
Farley Flex is best known as a judge on Canadian Idol, Canada’s most viewed television show ever. As the
long time manager of Maestro, Canada’s most successful rapper, Fresh-Wes the team earned two Juno
Awards and achieved several other music industry milestones and recognitions. Recognizing the need for
Urban radio in Canada, Flex joined the Milestone Radio team in their successful effort to establish own
and operate FLOW 93.5, Canada’s first Black-owned and operated radio station.
With a tremendous passion for community development, Flex has also gained international recognition as
a social activist, master mentor and humanitarian.
Guest SPEAKERS
Hon. Peter KENT
Hon. Peter Kent was first elected to the House of Commons in October, 2008. Prior to his election,
Mr Kent was an award-winning broadcast journalist having spent more than 40 years working as a writer,
reporter, producer, anchor and senior executive in Canada, the United States and around the world.
In his first term as an MP, Prime Minister Stephen Harper appointed him Minister of State of Foreign
Affairs with particular responsibility for the Americas. In his new capacity, Minister Kent is promoting
Canada’s Americas Policy to bolster democracy, prosperity and security across the hemisphere.
Awards and honours include Canadian Actra awards for reportage in Cambodia and Poland, Emmy
nominations for journalistic endeavour in South Africa, Mexico and Berlin, and the Robert F Kennedy
Award for a series challenges in US inner cities.
Mr Kent is a member of the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame.
John H. TORY
John H. Tory is a Toronto businessman and lawyer who was a backroom organizer and fundraiser for the Progressive Conservatives for over 30 years, at the municipal, provincial and
federal levels of government. He was former leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of
Ontario and he is also the volunteer chair of the Toronto City Summit Alliance. At the end of
his political career Tory announced that he was returning to his first love, broadcasting, to host a
Sunday evening phone-in show on Toronto talk radio station CFRB. The John Tory Show simulcasts
on CHAM in Hamilton and CKTB in St. Catherines.
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Our Success STORY
Jade Jager CLARKS
Excerpt from Jade Jager Clarks Testimonial/Success Story
In 2006 I opened my own business with just 18 clients in Brampton. Fast forward 4 years
and I now have over 200 clients, have expanded into my own larger facility and have build
a reputation that now attracts clients from all across the province to train in programs
which have gained recognition as one of the best in Ontario.
I am the Owner and Artistic Director of Jade’s Hip Hop Academy. It is a dance school
dedicated to training youth ages 3-18 and adults exclusively in urban dance which includes
popping, locking, break dance and krump. I opened The Academy at the age of 18 and I just
turned 22. All this success did not come without its hardships, countless hours of work
and many obstacles and challenges.
Now when people see me they can tell that I am young. Sometimes this works to my
advantage as they are intrigued and many times I have had people overlook me and not
take me seriously. I remember the feeling doubt, fear and insecurities that would follow
at first. I remember thinking that perhaps someone as young as me should not be trying.
However that did not stop me and those individuals that looked past my age and did give
me a chance were part of very successful ventures.
When I say I own a dance studio, a lot of people automatically conclude that all I do is
dance. They do not immediately see a business; they do not see that we have the same
administrative, financial, management, marketing, advertising, human resources and
corporate responsibility duties as does any other company. When I say I own a Hip Hop
Academy on top of that, it gets worse. Through commercialization in media the word “Hip
Hop” has gained negative connotation for most people. Almost immediately everyone
thinks that the type of dance I teach is the booty shaking and gyrating as seen in the rap
music videos. So the process of introducing myself at my age and then explaining what I do
is quiet interesting as it evokes many different reactions.
Despite all the obstacles and challenges as a young entrepreneur and as a young business
professional I have managed to achieve success. Besides our growing reputation and
success of our students, organizations such as the Ontario Arts Council and Dance
Ontario where I am also a member of the Board and the Director of their Youth Board,
now look to me for my knowledge and expertise in hip hop dance.
Now my fight is still not over and the bigger my business grows the more obstacles I
will face. There are still doors that will close before me, doors that will remain closed
and doors difficult to open like those in regards to funding for my students to travel and
compete internationally.
But my message to you young people is that your age should not stop you from pursuing
something you want to do. Just because someone your age may not have done it before
or because no one would expect you to succeed, should not deter you. You never know
until you try and as my mother always says a “no” you have, a “yes” you can get. My
message to you older more established people is to give more young people a chance.
Take more time to listen to their ideas and give them the opportunity to get something
started whether that be within your own company or their own venture. There is a lot of
talent out there, and a lot of unheard voices. So please take the time to listen and invest
into the next generation.
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Our Success STORY
Ricky NECKLES
As an Entrepreneur, Public Speaker, and Community Servant, the name Ricky Neckles is
synonymous with excellence and leadership. His academic performance at the University
of Toronto earned him the role of Business Development Analyst during his twelve-month
internship at Nortel Networks. When Ricky graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor of Applied
Science in Mechanical Engineering, his business acumen and leadership qualities landed him
atop the recruitment lists of companies across Canada. Among them, was Accenture, a
global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Ricky would
become one of Accenture’s youngest recruits and the youngest to be appointed to the
position of Management Consultant Analyst where his portfolio included consulting Sears,
Loblaws, and various other multi-billion dollar corporations.
Despite his success at Accenture, Ricky decided to pursue his entrepreneurial passion
after one year with the company. In 2008, Ricky Founded Neckles Global Enterprise
Inc. (NGE), a privately held investment company which owns a collection of diversified
businesses operating in sectors that include real estate, trade and manufacturing. After
training with the Professional Real Estate Investors Group, and the Institute of Commercial
Real Estate, Ricky has developed an efficient, effective, and unique system of evaluation that
allows NGE to aggressively seize prime investment opportunities efficiently. By employing
a method of thorough market research data and analysis, Neckles Global Enterprise now
holds investment properties valued at over 3 million dollars under Ricky’s leadership
and direction.
Under the NGE umbrella, Ricky co-founded TNTech Canada Inc., which would soon
become Canada’s leading supplier and distributor of on-site paging services. Effectively
guided by Ricky, TNTech has helped maximize the efficiency and communication for
its clientele that includes: Jack Astor’s, The Keg Steakhouse, Baton Rouge and
Shoppers Drug Mart.
Aside from his business and entrepreneurial ventures, Ricky remains committed to
promoting academic excellence and community service. Ricky has also taken his message
of stewardship before government officials and corporate executives.
Ricky was raised in Toronto’s Mount Dennis community, a neighborhood recognized
by the local governments as “at risk.” This at risk environment has given Ricky a unique
perspective on the challenges facing youth in the at-risk communities across Canada. His
message of perseverance despite circumstance has resonated with youth who understand
the daily challenges they face.
Through partnerships with organizations like the National Society of Black Engineers
(NSBE), where he served two terms as President of the University of Toronto Chapter,
Ricky has inspired youth to strive for academic excellence, while providing them with the
tools to achieve success. During his tenure as president of the NSBE, membership tripled,
and financial support for the organization grew exponentially by over 500%. His most
notable accomplishment, however, is the launch of the Youth Legacy Program, an initiative
aimed at developing the academic and leadership skills of students in elementary and
secondary schools, as well as to stimulate interest in science, technology, engineering and
mathematics. Ricky’s vision has always been to ambitiously raise the standard of excellence
for our future leaders.
Having overcome the adversity of his environment, it is Ricky’s goal to create a lasting
legacy of achievement, excellence, and leadership in his community. Ricky believes, “It is
not where you start that counts, but where you finish.” Having experienced a measure of
success as an entrepreneur and community leader, Ricky continues to serve and lead his
community by emphasizing the importance of education and community service.
To contact or book Ricky Neckles for your event, workshop, or conference, please
contact: [email protected]
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Workshop PRESENTERS
Natnael F. ALEMAYEHU
The co-founder and production director at BlueOrange – MIM, Natnael Alemayehu is a
passionate film maker and social activist. His more than five years in both the professional
and non-profit industry has provided him extensive knowledge in the film industry and the
growing impact on social media.
David C. BISSOO
David C. Bissoo, a visionary entrepreneur, investor and founder of EQUITY TREE, a
wealth building provider serving Canadians in business consulting, credit strengthening
and debt reduction. He also holds a key position at Syndicate Mortgages Inc. managing
a $100M origination team. Receiving notable praise for his engaging workshops on
entrepreneurship, finance, debt and credit management, David’s breadth of professional
and life experience shine in presentation.
Workshop description: “Your Financial Health: The Roadway to Wealth”
Thinking of starting a business or growing an existing one? Perhaps better personal
budgeting? Walk away with hands on practical knowledge as David shows a holistic and
insightful approach to credit, debt, budgeting and cash flow.
Vivian BINNION
Vivian Binnion has been working for Canada Revenue Agency for 10 years and is crosstrained in both Individual and Business Tax issues. For the last 8 years, she has held the
position of Outreach Coordinator. Vivian’s main responsibilities are to set up information
and educational seminars for the public. Workshop description: Vivian’s workshop is titled “The HST and You”. She will be educating
the audience on when and how you would apply the tax, as well as a brief overview of
business registrations and income\expenses.
Dr. David BURT, Ph.D.
Dr. David Burt is Head of R and D, GSK Biologicals of North America, responsible for
scientific teams developing vaccines against infectious diseases, cancers and chronic
disorders. Over the last 20 years he has held various senior management positions within
the vaccine industry. Dr. Burt gained his Ph.D. in Immunology from the University of
Birmingham, UK. He has published more than 40 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts
and is co-inventor on 7 patent applications. David was the recipient of the Harry Jerome
Award for Health Sciences in 2006.
Workshop description: “BBPApreneurship: The Balancing Act - Living the Good Life”
Whether you are a business professional or a student this workshop will provide you with
tools to maintain optimal work performance and life balance.
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Workshop PRESENTERS
Pauline CHRISTIAN
Pauline Christian is the current President for the Black Business and Professional
Association (BBPA). For over 20 years, she worked at Bell Canada in various capacities,
mostly leadership. Her most recent position was Associate Director in the department of
Finance/Risk Management/Security. After Bell, she transferred her corporate knowledge to
her own business and charities. Pauline is the Founder/CEO/President of the Best Lifestyle
Residence, a retirement home in the county of Simcoe, Ontario.
Workshop description: Pauline Christian will be leading 2 workshops, “Mastering the Art of
Networking” and “Engagement & Career Planning”. In “Mastering the Art of Networking”
she will teach the ability to gain great information, connections, and leads during
networking opportunities. “Engagement & Career Planning” will cover how engagement
allows companies to connect people (their greatest asset) to the organization’s vision,
values, and strategy, as well as, how to use the SWOT process to determine your position
on your Career Path.
Bernard GRAY
The president and interactive director of BlueOrange - MIM, Bernard Gray will be leading
a workshop showing how to leverage social media marketing in your company. The
workshop will drill down into the finer points of establishing the right social media strategy
for a company and making it work. Attendees will leave with an understanding on how
they can deepen relationships with their best customers and extend their reach.
Richard HAGGINS, Manager of Education for InCharge Canada
Richard Haggins is the Manager of Education for InCharge Canada, a non-profit credit
counselling service headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Ontario and Quebec.
InCharge has a dual mission. First, its mission is to assist consumers currently dealing
with financial issues beyond their control. Second, its mission is to provide educational
materials and workshops to the general public, in order to assist in increasing the overall
level of financial literacy in Canada.
Workshop Description: “Personal Finances”
The workshop focuses on two areas: the need for consumers to develop a spending plan
that is appropriate for them and the understanding of credit reports.
Alex Nosa IHAMA
In addition to serving in various leadership roles in communities across the GTA, Alex
Nosa Ihama is a Senior Manager at CIBC’s Global Operations, the Chair of the CIBC
Black Employee Network, a certified Life, Business and Executive Coach, and the Founder
and Executive Director of The Exhortation Institute of Life and Business Strategies. Alex
strongly believes that Personal Branding is about using everything you are and have to
strategically position yourself for success in life – business, career, leadership, relationships,
etc. This is the fundamental statement upon which Alex has trained, coached and delivered
keynotes to hundreds of people over the last ten years. For more information, visit
www.TheExhortation.com.
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Workshop PRESENTERS
Cathy PIN
Cathy was named Vice-President, Commercial Customer Strategies and Programs at
the Bank of Montreal (BMO) in 2006. In this role Cathy is accountable for leading the
commercial strategy and customer experience work within the Personal and Commercial
Group for BMO Financial Group.
Workshop description: “What to expect from your business banker”
Do you own a business or are you planning to start one up? Have you ever applied for a
business loan and wondered why they asked so many questions? Developing a relationship
with your banker is essential, so understanding what they do and how they can really help
you and your business succeed is the key to a successful relationship. In this seminar you will
get an insider’s view on how you can manage your business banker and get some insights on
how best to relate to them, no matter what institution you use. Cheryl RANKIN, Fit for Business
Fit for Business is a business-consulting and training company. Cheryl’s experience
includes sales, marketing and management. Helping a company grow from 200 to 3000
clients in five years is a highlight of her experience. You can reach Cheryl Rankin at 647287-0320 or [email protected], and you can visit the Fit for Business web site at
www.fitforbusiness.ca.
Workshop description: “BBPApreneurship - Surviving Economic Downturns”
Is your marketing still working in these crazy economical times? Have you cut your
marketing budget to maintain your cash-flow? Attend this interactive workshop and find
out how to develop ideas that will repackage your great services, will not break your
budget, get your clients attention, and get them to buy now. Regular marketing does not
work; marketing through an economic downturn is different.
Katherine ROOS, Small Business Manager, Economic Development,
Culture & Tourism Division, City of Toronto
Katherine loves working with entrepreneurs! She has personally counselled hundreds of
small businesses as a business advisor, consultant and trainer. She has hands-on experience
managing her own business and has served small business owners in senior positions
in both public and private organizations. As Small Business Manager with the City of
Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture Division, Katherine oversees programs that
serve more than 35,000 entrepreneurs, prospective entrepreneurs and small business
owners every year. She provides input to economic development policy and facilitates
linkages within the City’s diverse business community. A graduate of the University of
Toronto, Katherine shops regularly at small business businesses throughout Toronto!
Dr. Rosemary SADLIER, O.Ont. (abd)
Dr. Sadlier is passionate about Black history as a means of extending inclusion and justice.
She is the president o f the Ontario Black History Society, the first such organization in
Canada (a Provincial Heritage Organization of the Government of Ontario). The OBHS is
responsible for initiating the local, provincial and national observances of February as Black
History Month and the local and Provincial celebration of August 1st as Emancipation Day.
She is the author of 4 books on African-Canadian history and consultant/co-author of a
fifth. She is the recipient of numerous awards including the Order of Ontario.
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Ashton SEQUEIRA
Workshop PRESENTERS
As Regional Vice President for Centerplate, Ashton oversees operations and business
development at various locations throughout Canada and the United States. Prior to
joining Centerplate, Ashton managed the hospitality businesses for major venues in the
Toronto marketplace including Rogers Centre and The Carlu. Ashton brings over 20
years of experience in restaurants, hotels, off premise catering, venue management,
design and construction, retail food services, major event management and multi unit
management. He has been involved with many high profile events including the US Open,
G20, Honda Indy, Vancouver 2010 Olympics, and many other major sporting events and
high profile celebrity events throughout North America. Ashton believes in giving back to
the community by engaging, empowering and mentoring the youth of today to become the
leaders of tomorrow.
Workshop description: “How to Plan a Successful Corporate or Fundraising Event”. Aston
will take the guests through the three phases of event planning.
Rory SHEEHAN, B.A., B.Ed., M.B.A.,
Senior Trainer, Positive Strategies Inc.
Rory Sheehan is an award winning trainer, business coach, sales coach, and best-selling
author. His best-selling books include Beyond Conscious Awareness, the Learning
Outside the Box series, and the Technical Selling series for sales professionals. Rory is a
five times winner of the prestigious Readers’ Choice Award as “Trainer of the Year” for
his success as a professional educator. He has been featured on radio and television, and
many articles that Rory has written have been published in magazines and newspapers.
Rory has an Undergraduate Degree from the University of Toronto, a Bachelors of
Education Degree from Brock University, and a Masters in Business Administration
Degree from Concordia University. For more information on Rory’s powerful and
dynamic training programs, check out his web sites at www.positivestrategies.com or
www.rorysheehan.com.
Thomas TEWOLDEMEDHIN
Thomas Tewoldemedhin is a 25 year old co-founder & President of TNTech Canada
(Canada’s Largest On-site Paging Service Company). Thomas obtained his Computer
& Electrical Engineering degree from University of Toronto and is the 2010 recipient
of Harry Jerome Young Entrepreneur Award.
Workshop description: Thomas will discuss the steps of starting your own business, efficient
solutions to use for managing your business’s finances and customers. Thomas will also
show how to leverage your resources and technology to produce more for less; the
process of transitioning from being self-employed to becoming an employer and how to
think like an employer.
Jane WANG
Jane Wang is the Regional Business Officer for Industry Canada and is responsible for
outreach activities in the Greater Toronto Area. She started her public service career 10
years ago as a program officer for Human Resources Development Canada, where she
spent most of her time working with small businesses to develop community services for
seniors and youth. She has been recognized as one of 2008’s Public Service Excellence
Employees by Service Canada.
Workshop description: Jane’s workshop will cover various government programs and
services for Small and Medium sized businesses in Ontario.
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First National Black
Business and Professional
Convention.
We’re working together with
BBPA to make a difference
in our communities.
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Round Table PANELISTS
Mark BECKLES
Mark Beckles is a Regional Vice President, Retail Banking with RBC Royal Bank. He has
over 25 years experience in insurance, risk management and captive administration.
In 2002, Mark assumed the role of CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (Canada).
In this role Mark raised millions of dollars to support programs for impoverished and
at-risk children in South Africa. He has drawn high praise from international leaders like
former United States President Bill Clinton for what the organization has accomplished
under his leadership.
Mark is a certified Risk Manager and holds MBA in International Business from the
University of Bradford.
The Honourable Margarett R. BEST
The Honourable Margarett Best was elected MPP in the riding of Scarborough-Guildwood
in 2007 and appointed to Cabinet, as Minister of Health Promotion and Sport. A lawyer,
advocate, mentor and dedicated community volunteer, she has been recognized with
numerous awards for her community service, including the African Canadian Achievement
Award in 2006, the BBPA Women of Distinction Award, and the 2009 National Ethnic
Press and Media Council of Canada Award in the Distinguished Services category of
Equality/Social Justice. She is an alumnus of the University of Toronto at Scarborough
and Osgoode Hall Law School, and she holds a Mutual Funds Certificate from the
Investment Funds Institute of Canada. In 2008, Minister Best was conferred with the
degree of Honorary Doctor of Laws by Northern Caribbean University in Jamaica. She
is a mother of three adult children and an avid gardener who loves the arts, and she has a
passion for writing.
Courtney BETTY
Courtney Betty has over 20 years experience within the legal, regulatory and business
environment. He began his legal career with the Department of Justice-Canada, by
prosecuting Tax, Commercial and Civil cases on behalf of the Government of Canada.
He successfully represented the government of Canada in over 200 cases before the
federal court of appeal. The experience at the Department of Justice provided a clear
understanding of the legal system in Canada.
Mr. Betty was then recruited by the Government of Jamaica to serve as Senior Legal
Counsel at the Jamaica Fair Trade Commission which focused on the deregulation of
telecommunications in Jamaica. His work laid the foundation for the deregulation of
telecommunications in Jamaica and eventually throughout the Caribbean. For his role in
helping to bridge the digital divide he was recognized by the United Nations.
Courtney Betty is the founder and chairperson of the Diversity Business Network.
The network utilizes principles of economic empowerment to create wealth for diverse
communities. The network is now the premiere access point for diversity in the supply
chain in Canada. Recently he was awarded the William Hubbard Award by the City of
Toronto for his contribution in helping to develop diversity in the Toronto. He also
serves as the President of a Youth Charity, “Youth Deserve a Chance to Dream”.
For more information please visit: www.courtneybetty.com
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Julian Noel FALCONER, Partner: Falconer Charney LLP
Julian Falconer is a husband and father. With his wife and colleague Elisabeth, he has two
boys, Ben who is 15 years old and Justin who is 10. He received his law degree from the
University of Alberta and also holds degrees from McGill University and the University of
Toronto where he graduated with the Innis College medal for academic distinction. In
the true tradition of a Barrister, Julian’s practice takes him to civil, administrative and
criminal courts at both trial and appellate levels. A major component of Julian’s work
has involved advocacy in human rights and public interest litigation. Julian Falconer is a
Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada. He has received several honours. Julian
Falconer was named one of Canada’s Top 25 most influential lawyers (Canadian Lawyer
magazine, August 2010).
Dr. Gervan FEARON
Dr. Gervan Fearon is the Dean of The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education
and is an Associate Professor with the Department of Economics at Ryerson University.
The Chang School is Canada’s leading provider of university-based adult education. Dr.
Fearon holds a Ph.D. in economics from The University of Western Ontario and a B.Sc.
and M.Sc. from the University of Guelph.
Dr. Fearon joined Ryerson from the Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies at
York University, where he was an Associate Dean (Academics). He has also served as the
Associate Dean (Students), Atkinson College.
He has also taught at the University of Guelph, University of Toronto, and the University
of Western Ontario, as well as served as a visiting scholar at the University of Washington.
Gervan has also worked several years in the Ontario government, including serving as the
Executive Assistant to the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and
Rural Affairs, as well as a Senior Analyst with Treasury Board Division, Ministry of Finance.
He has also worked in the private sector with Chase Econometrics (now WEFA Group) a
Division of Chase Manhattan Bank. Additionally, he has served as a consulting economist
testifying before the Copyright Board of Canada and, recently, co-authored the 2010
Scotiabank Caribana Festival Economic Impact Analysis Study.
Cory GARLOUGH
Cory joined Scotiabank in 2002. In December 2006, Cory Garlough was appointed Vice
President, Global Employment Strategies (GES) with Scotiabank. GES is responsible for
strengthening the human resource management capability by managing the employee
relationship and advancing Scotiabank’s global profile as an Employer of Choice. Cory
is an active committee member for Corporate Social Responsibility, Sponsorships and
Donations, and a corporate liaison for Scotia Pride – Scotiabank’s employee resource
group for LGBT employees and their allies.
In addition, he enjoys running and cycling. In fact, each July he rides from Toronto to
Montreal in support of the Toronto People with Aids Foundation.
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Mark HART, Vice President CIBC Commercial Mortgages
Mark currently serves as Vice President, CIBC Commercial Mortgages and leads a national
group within the bank that has $8.5B in loans under administration and 80 staff. He
has a broad base of financial services experience spanning 20+ years in both U.S. and
Canada. Prior to CIBC, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer for CIT
Commercial Finance, Canada. Mark has also worked at Atlanta-based SunTrust Bank as a
Vice President Business Development, International Factoring before he was promoted to
Group Vice President of the SunTrust’s Equity Wholesale Lending Group. He also held a
management position with CIBC Mortgages in 1995.
B. Denham JOLLY
Denham Jolly is a successful entrepreneur and recognized philanthropist. Jolly attended
McGill University and is the President & CEO of The New FLOW 93.5 and Tyndall
Nursing Homes. In 1982 Jolly founded the BBPA and was the first President. Additionally,
he provided a voice for the Black community as publisher and financial backer for the
weekly newspaper, Contrast. He is named in the Who’s Who of Ontario and the
International Who’s Who of Professionals and is also acknowledged as a prominent
African Canadian in How the Blacks Created Canada. Jolly has also served as a Director
of the Toronto International Film Festival among his many credits. Mr. Denham Jolly’s
community affairs include: the JCA, the Black Action Defense Committee, the Committee
for Due Process, the Daphne Dacosta Cancer Association, the Jane and Finch Concerned
Citizens Movement, the Black Inmates Organization, the Harriett Tubman Games, the
YMCA and Caribana.
Delores LAWRENCE
Delores Lawrence is the Founder; President & CEO of NHI Nursing & Homemakers Inc.
The company offers a wide range of supplemental staffing, nursing, and home care services
in Ontario. A board member of the Ontario Judicial Council and a recipient of the Order
of Ontario, Delores is very accomplished. She has also won a Harry Jerome Award and is
ranked as one of the Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs in Canada.
A product of Canadian Education, Delores is a Registered Nurse with the College of
Nurses of Ontario, a York University Grad, and completed the University of Toronto’s
Rotman’s Institute of Corporate Governance program and Wycliffe College Theology
program. She has also been educated in the U.S.A. with a Diploma in Business Management
from Harvard Business School and a MBA from the University of New Hampshire.
Valerie C. SORBIE, Chief Administrative Office, BMO Capital Markets
Valerie Sorbie is Chief Administrative Officer, BMO Capital Markets, where she oversees
strategic initiatives, client analytics and business solutions. Prior to joining BMO in 2007,
Val was an executive consultant at Bell Canada and held President/COO roles in software
companies, including: Kintera, AudienceView and Trapeze. Val also held executive positions
at Amdocs and Solect Technology Group. Before entering the software industry, Val was
a management consultant with A.T. Kearney and Omega Strategy Partners. Val holds an
Honours BA from the University of Western Ontario and an MBA from the Ivey School of
Business. She is excited and honoured to have joined the BBPA Advisory Council.
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Dr. Cherilyn STERLING-CASE
Dr. Cherilyn Sterling-Case is a highly accomplished and well respected professional
who has been practicing the art of dentistry for over a decade. Her dental practice
is known throughout the GTA as one of the finest and most highly respected dental
establishments, and her practice was voted by the Brampton Guardian Readers as
Brampton’s # 1 Dental Providers. Dr. Case participates and supports numerous
charitable organizations and is an inspiration to young people, especially aspiring
female professionals. She was accepted in the prestigious University of Pittsburgh
School of Dentistry where she graduated with honors in a male-dominated profession.
She constantly gives career and motivational speeches in schools in and outside her
community. Presently, she is the main sponsor of The Spelling Bee of Canada and the
BBPA, and she is an ardent fundraiser for the re-development of the Peel Memorial
Hospital and the BMBA among many other organizations.
Inspector Ricky VEERAPPAN
Inspector Ricky Veerappan has been a member of York Regional Police for the past 22
years. He is currently the Officer in Charge of the Diversity and Cultural Resources
Bureau. The Bureau, which reports directly to the Office of the Chief of Police, has a
mandate which includes the building and maintenance of strong police/community
relations and partnerships; the monitoring and investigation of hate crime and coordination
of the 16-member York Regional Police Hate Crime Investigation Team; and the training
for all members of York Regional Police in the areas of diversity, hate crime, racial
profiling, and discrimination/workplace harassment, as well as overseeing the York
Regional Police Chaplaincy program.
Tanya WALKER
A corporate and civil litigator, Tanya completed three years at Osgoode Hall Law School
and her final term at the prestigious Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. Tanya has served on
the Black Business and Professional Association (in the role of corporate governance), the
Scarborough Housing Help Centre, and the Rotary Club of Ajax boards. Earlier this year,
she received the Women’s Enterprise Woman of the Year Award. Tanya is an executive
member of the Ontario Bar Association Committee on Franchising and a board member
in the role of corporate governance on LEAF (Leal Education Action Fund). She also
serves on the Second Chance Scholarship Committee. Tanya regularly appears in the
Federal Court of Canada, Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court and the Court of
Appeal. She has also appeared before the Landlord and Tenant Board and the Federal
Human Rights Tribunal.
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Round Table MODERATORS
Jean AUGUSTINE, PC, CM, BA, M.Ed., LLD (Hon)
Hon. Jean Augustine was appointed as the first Fairness Commissioner for Ontario
in March 2007. Ms. Augustine was born in Grenada and came to Canada in 1960. She
attended the University of Toronto, where she earned bachelor of arts and master of
education degrees. Ms. Augustine was the first African-Canadian woman to be elected to
the House of Commons. She has shared her expertise and enthusiasm with others as a
member of several community boards. She is former national president of the Congress
of Black Women of Canada. Every year, she makes a better future for young women
through the Jean Augustine Scholarship, a fund that helps single mothers attend George
Brown College and Centennial College in Toronto. In 2007, she was chair of the Ontario
Bicentenary Commemorative Committee on the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act. Ms.
Augustine has donated her archival and parliamentary materials to York University’s
Faculty of Education, thus creating the opportunity to establish an innovative academic
position, the Jean Augustine Chair in Education in the New Urban Environment. She has
been honoured by many organizations for her leadership and community involvement and
has been awarded honorary doctor of laws degrees by the University of Toronto, the
University of Guelph and McGill University. In December 2009, she was appointed as a
Member of the Order of Canada.
Marci IEN, Early Edition Host and News Anchor, CANADA AM
Marci Ien is the Early Edition Host and News Anchor for CANADA AM, Canada’s #1
morning show. Ien reported for CANADA AM’s broadcast team for the Vancouver 2010
Olympic Games. Ien was awarded the 2008 Black Business and Professional Association’s
(BBPA’s) Harry Jerome Award in the media category for her contribution to journalism
in Canada and her dedication to children’s charities. Ien travelled to Sierra Leone in
September 2008 on behalf of Journalists for Human Rights where she met with reporters
and led training workshops. Ien sits on the Board of Healthy Generations – the foundation
of the Canadian Pediatric Society and on the Advisory Board for the Centennial College
Journalism Program. Additionally, she works with World Vision for whom she traveled to
Sri Lanka to report on the situation following the 2004 Tsunami. Ien also regularly speaks
to teenagers about the importance of staying in school.
Cynthia REYES, Vice-President, DiversiPro Inc.
Cynthia Reyes is vice president of DiversiPro, a diversity and inclusion management
consulting firm, currently celebrating its 10th anniversary. In her role with DiversiPro,
Cynthia helps mainstream organizations to modernize themselves and strengthen their
teams by tapping into Canada’s cultural diversity. A former executive producer with
Canada’s national public broadcaster (CBC), Cynthia’s previous roles included project
management and organizational development and training. As a volunteer, she helps
diverse communities to participate in Canada’s democracy and media at all levels.
Cynthia is co-founder of the not-for-profit organizations Innoversity and Operation
Black Vote Canada. To learn more about Cynthia and DiversiPro, we invite you to visit
www.diversipro.com.
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of talented and passionate young dancers ages 18 and under who love to perform and
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BBPA ORGANIZATION PROFILE
Board of Directors
Mr. Denham Jolly
Mrs. Pauline Christian: President
Senator Donald Oliver
Mr. Floyd Wilson: 1st Vice President
Ms. Cynthia Reyes
Ms. Mayvia Morrison: 2nd Vice President
Ms. Valerie Sorbie
Ms. Audrey Walters: Immediate Past President
Board of Trustees – Advisory
Mr. Alvin Lee: Treasurer
Mr. Osborne Barnwell: Chair Governance Committee
and Corporate Secretary
Ms. Terrie-Lynne Devonish
Dr. Edith Guntley-Lorimer
Ms. Karlyn Percil: Chair Harry Jerome Awards
Ms. Michelle Ambrose: Director of Events
Ms. Paula Morrison: Chair of the BBPA National
Scholarship Fund
Black Business & Professional Association
Founders
Mr. Denham Jolly
Mr. O’Neil McLean: Chair of Communications
Ms. Cynthia Reyes
Ms. Nicole Guthrie: Chair of Membership
Mr. Hamlin Grange
Ms. Joanne St. Bernard: Chair of Young Professionals
Dr. Pamela Appelt
Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine
Board of Trustees
Ms. Kamala-Jean Gopie
Ms. Paula Morrison: Chair of the BBPA National
Scholarship Fund
Ms. Bromley Armstrong
Mr. Kelvin Andrews
Mr. Al Mercury (Deceased)
Mr. Al Hamilton (Deceased)
Ms. Pauline Christian: President
Mr. Alvin Lee: Treasurer
Mr. Guillermo Mena
Black Business & Professional Association
Presidents (1983-2010)
Mr. Julius Nyarko
Mr. Denham Jolly
Deputy Chief Peter Sloly
Ms. Cynthia Reyes
Dr. Miriam Rossi
Mr. Dwight Whylie (Deceased)
Mr. Winston Stewart
Mr. Carl Masters
Ms. Donna Walwyn
Mr. Dennis Strong
Mr. Floyd Wilson: 1st Vice President
Mr. Dwight Whylie
Mr. Michael Lecky
Board of Directors - Advisory
Ms. Sandra Whiting
The Hon. Mr. Justice Michael H. Tulloch, Chair of the Advisory
Council
The Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine
Ms. Pauline Christian: President
Mr. Michael Clemons
Mr. Hugh Graham
Ms. Audrey Walters
Mr. Howard Wright (Interim)
Ms. Pauline Christian
Dr. Afua Cooper
Mr. Farley Flex
Mr. Fil Fraser
Ms. Kamala-Jean Gopie
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Charla-Maye COOPER
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We thank you for your support!
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CIBC
RBC
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NBBPC Planning Committee
BBPA Partners
Extreme Fitness
Ontario Black History Society
Grace Kennedy Foods
Nursing and Homemakers, Inc.
Deloitte
Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology (TIPT)
Toronto Housing
Toronto Adventist District School Board
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Tourism Toronto
Master of Ceremonies
Farley Flex
Performers
Dave Brown, the Toronto Trumpet Player
The Chitans
The Jade Hip-Hop Academy Performance Company
Rashaan Allwood’s Jazz Trio
Photography
Naudia Larrow
Joan Wilkonson
Audio Visual Sound Lighting
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Printing
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Programme Book Design
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Special Thanks
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All NBBPC Volunteers
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Mayvia Morrison
Ayokanmi Falade
Kedon Newton
Charla-Maye Cooper
Taneisha Samuels
Kay-Ann Williams
D’Juvayne Christian
Adrianna Lewis
2010 NBBPC Speakers, Presenters,
Moderators and Panelists
Bruce George
Jade Jager Clark
Ricky Neckles
John Tory
Hon. Peter Kent, Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas)
Farley Flex
Denham Jolly
Delores Lawrence
Courtney Betty
Mark Beckles (RBC)
Dr. Cherilyn Sterling-Case (Sterling Dentistry,
Presenting Sponsor)
Tanya Walker
Valerie Sorbie (BMO)
Mark Hart (CIBC)
Inspector Ricky Veerappan (York Regional Police)
Dr. Gervan Fearon
Cory Garlough (Scotiabank)
Hon. Margarett Best
Bernard Gray
Rory Sheehan
Jane Wang
Dr. Rosemary Sadlier
Pauline Christian President, BBPA
Richard Haggins
Dr. David Burt
Cheryl Rankin
Katherine Kroos
Vivian Binnion
David Bissoo
Alex Nosa Ihama
Thomas Tewoldmedhin
Hon. Jean Augustine, Fairness Commissioner for Ontario
Marci Ien, News Anchor, Canada AM
Cynthia Ryes, Vice President, DiversiPro Inc.
Bernard Gray
Natnael Alemayehu
Ashton Sequeira (Centerplate)
Cathy Pin (BMO)
Pastor Wayne Martin
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