CLEVELAND — Severance Hall in Cleveland is set to host the 2024 Pink & Black Honors event, which is described as a "black-tie awards gala where the BIPOC entrepreneur community and businesses who empower and align with the goals of BIPOC communities are elevated and celebrated."
3News' Danita Harris will be there as the "Mistress of Ceremonies." More special guests include:
- Caroline A. Wanga: President and CEO of Essence Ventures
- KRS-One: Activist and national recording artist
- Le’Andria Johnson: Gospel recording artist
- The Cleveland Chorale: Guest singing group
- Dr. George C. Fraser: Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
- Dr. Airica Steed: CEO and President, MetroHealth system
- Dr. Victory Vernon: The Word Church: Impact Her Award Recipient
- Justin Edwards: The Honorable Pitch
- Sam Sylk: 93.1 radio host
“It’s important for us to offer this space for entrepreneurs so that they can know that they’re supported," says event organizer Tenora Mia. "We offer resources and collaboration. It’s just a great space for entrepreneurs to grow and to meet one another and share what they offer to the community.”
Mia, who has been an entrepreneur for 25 years, says it's important to come together and support one another through events like this.
"That’s key for the city of Cleveland," Mis says. "I think at the Pink and Black Honors, you’ll feel unification. You’ll feel a sense of belonging. You’ll fell proud of the city of Cleveland.”
The event is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m.
Tickets are still available HERE.