Black Wealth Club
Create wealth.
Reinvest it in the community.
Program
Where emerging Black leaders learn how to create wealth and reinvest it back in their communities.
We understand that the Black community may be disadvantaged by the lack of resources and support systems needed to build wealth in all its forms in order to make a lasting impact. We have created a community in which we are one another's support system and where we strive to grant access to broader networks and resources.
The Black Wealth Club (BWC) was established to help the Black community in Canada build wealth and reinvest it in their environment. By bringing together a cohort of emerging Black leaders with inspiring speakers and industry professionals on a regular basis, the BWC aims to enhance their leadership skills, network, and business acumen through a series of workshops and networking opportunities.
With members selected on an application-basis into a cohort program, our members will be offered the opportunity to connect with other like-minded, passionate individuals and both hear from and interact with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community builders who will discuss topics including (but not limited to): politics, socio-economics, wealth creation, entrepreneurship, financial services, and business skills. We also foster an environment of co-creation of ideas and initiatives within the cohort.
Applications are open until November 7th, 2025.
Themes
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Understanding how politics and policy impact our communities and our ability to build wealth
Social capital/wealth and building your network
Generational wealth and building your legacy
Brand and self-presentation to highlight one's competencies
Mental health and prosperity
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The ingredients that make a great entrepreneur
Intrapreneurship and how you can disrupt from within
Understanding the challenges of our community
Becoming a successful social entrepreneur
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Pitch 101: Selling an idea and telling a story
How to build a successful social movement
Perspectives from the C-Suite: Stories of Black CEOs and Leaders
Mentors, sponsors and allies
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Investing in technology
Alternative investments
Art collecting: perspectives from curators and museum directors
Emerging investment categories and technologies
Mentors
Get paired with Exceptional mentors
Our mentors are a group of experts in their respective disciplines who have been identified based on the professional and personal development needs of the Black Wealth Club fellows.
BWC Mentors help their mentees navigate professional challenges, crystallize their goals, execute on their plans, and hold them accountable throughout the process. We are incredibly grateful for the goodwill of our mentors who volunteer their time to help others navigate life's challenges and manifest their full potential.
Check them out below or see the full list of mentors here.
Speaker Series
be inspired by insightful speakers
The Black Wealth Club Speaker Series, has been a source of inspiration, featuring renowned leaders like Frank Baylis, Jendayi Frazer, Condoleezza Rice, and many more. Their wisdom and insights continue to shape our journey towards excellence. Guest speakers are typically featured 1-2x a month.
We’re excited for the next round of speakers that all cohort members get access to as part of the Black Wealth Club!
If you would like to be featured as a guest speaker, or know someone who you think we should, please contact us.
Subcommittees
join a subcommittee to deliver additional impact
The Black Wealth Club has several programs or subcommittees that members are free to join. These programs help to further develop key skills such as community organizing and fundraising, or they can simply be a way to give back to the community. No matter your passions, we’ve got something for you. The key programs and subcommittees are listed below:
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Provides fellows with an opportunity to connect individually with established professionals to make meaningful progress toward professional and personal goals. It also aims to create lasting partnerships with BWC mentors and provide them with meaningful value through networking with other industry experts and upcoming leaders.
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Creating a safe space for open discussions and fostering sisterhood bonds. Let's reset, refocus, and break barriers together. Whether you are starting a career or taking the next leap, the Program is here to support your success.
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This program’s mission is to build and support the ecosystem to help Black founders start, finance, and scale successful businesses in Canada.
Provides mentorship opportunities to club members who want to get involved with the Black Canadian Entrepreneurial ecosystem, empowering entrepreneurs within the BWC with connections and guidance, and hosting high- impact events to increase access for Black founders to top accelerator programs, operators, and organizations.
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Aims to develop a sphere of influence of Black Canadians in matters of philanthropy and provide opportunities for fellows to give back to the Black community in Canada.
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This program’s mission is to increase the number of graduating university students from the Black community who have access to highly competitive corporate roles directly out of school. The program will achieve its mission via three pillars: Academia, Networking, and Recruitment
Events
Connect at exclusive networking opportunities
Network or celebrate with your peers, mentors, and friends at one of the many events hosted throughout the year. Everything from formal galas, to BBQs, tennis games, picnics and a whole lot more.
There’s always something fun going on at the Black Wealth Club. Members will experience an optional retreat towards the end of their program where they will have the opportunity to build legacies with their peers.
BWC Testimonials
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![Anna Ampaw]()
“The Black Wealth Club also provided the opportunity to hear and learn from prominent Black individuals like Condoleezza Rice and Frank Baylis.”
Anna Ampaw
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![Josh Lokko]()
“The workshops have given me practical insights that I have applied in my business, and the impressive speakers have served as a source of inspiration.”
Josh Lokko
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![Estelle Vancol]()
“The mentorship program is outstanding! The mentors are exceptional people, and the BWC truly takes the time to match you with a mentor that best fits your needs. Your opinion matters!”
Estelle Vancol
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![Marc-André Alexandre]()
“Through the BWC, I've expanded my network, connecting with exceptional individuals from all corners of Canada. But more importantly, I have formed some genuine friendships.”
Marc-André Alexandre
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![Jonah Chininga]()
“Paul's and Vanessa's insights, guidance, and unwavering support have been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of our fintech startup.”
Jonah Chininga
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![Link Kabadyundi]()
“The BWC has helped elevate my profile as a professional and give me exposure to an incredibly esteemed network of peers”
Link Kabadyundi
