MSP Mingle provides professionals of color with the opportunity to expand their networks and deepen relationships with members of the business community in a relaxed social setting. Join us at MSP Mingle hosted by the James J. Hill Center on Thursday, November 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Free networking event!

Guest speakers from the 2019 Minneapolis Final Four® Local Organizing Committee will highlight their initiatives to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community and share exciting news about how you can get involved!

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Join us on Thursday, February 21st at 5:30 PM for a sophisticated evening of African and African-American art, culture, and networking at the Black History Month “Evening of the Arts” – the 5th annual Twin Cities Black History Month Networking Soirée.

Enjoy the elegant décor of the Reception Hall at the Minneapolis Institute of Art as you mingle with 250+ professionals from across Minneapolis and St. Paul. The evening will feature a keynote talk from visual artist, writer, and architect, James Garrett Jr, as well as free tours of the museum’s Black art collections, and much more.

Appetizers will be provided and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Dress to impress!

Hosted by the General Mills Black Champions Network and Medtronic in partnership with Cargill, Best Buy, Hennepin County, Boston Scientific, GMI DMCC, Ameriprise, Twin Cities Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, Twin Cities Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE TCPC).

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In partnership with NBMBAA, ALPFA, Ascend NAAMBA, PROSPANICA and BDPA Twin Cities Chapters, UnitedHealth Group will be leading a discussion on how you can pivot in your career. Our leaders will provide actionable insights to navigating career changes while helping you learn how to evaluate your skills and shift your professional brand as you make your career pivot a reality. In addition, you will have the opportunity to network with UnitedHealth Group employees and other professionals in the Twin Cities area.

Come prepared to share your resume. Click here to RSVP.

For more information about this event, see agenda below.

Agenda:

6:00 PM – Check-in
6:15 PM – Networking
6:50 PM – Welcome from UHG and Chapter Leaders
7:00 PM – Panel Discussion
7:45 PM – Interactive Activity
8:00 PM – Conclude Panel Discussion
8:15 PM – Closing Remarks

Parking and location information: Attendees can enter the building via the parking garage, and may park at Building 1 Guest Parking: Garage A, Level 1 Guest Parking or enter through the front doors.

NBMBAA Twin Cities Chapter

Board Election Information

April 1 – May 31, 2019

1. Background

The NBMBAA Twin Cities Chapter will be conducting their board election process from April 1 – May 31, 2019.  The board is seeking qualified candidates for the following board positions:

President

Vice President of Administration

Vice President of Operations

Vice President of Finance/Treasurer

Vice President of Communications

Director of Corporate Relations

Director of Education/Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT)

Director of Membership

Director of Programs

Director of Technology

All board members terms require a two year commitment to serve on the board in your elected position.

Please Click on Learn More below for additional details

NBMBAA Twin Cities Chapter

Board Election Information

April 1 – May 31, 2019

1. Background

The NBMBAA Twin Cities Chapter will be conducting their board election process from April 1 – May 31, 2019.  The board is seeking qualified candidates for the following board positions:

President

Vice President of Administration

Vice President of Operations

Vice President of Finance/Treasurer

Vice President of Communications

Director of Corporate Relations

Director of Education/Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT)

Director of Membership

Director of Programs

Director of Technology

All board members terms require a two year commitment to serve on the board in your elected position.

Please Click on Learn More below for additional details

Below are the candidates for 2019 NBMBAA Twin Cities Chapter Election.  After each candidate is a link to their LinkedIn page so that you can find out more about each candidate.  Links to the ballot will be email to members, with the voting ending May 30.  For member assistance please reach out to nbmbaa.membership.tc@gmail.com.

President

Serves as Chief Executive of the organization. Creates the vision and strategies with the leadership team. Represents the chapter for National Black MBA and external events. Approves annual strategic plans, operating budgets and purchases.

Joffrey Wilson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/joffreywilson/

Vice President of Administration

Responsible for the administrative efforts of the organization.  This includes annual reporting, strategic planning, records retention, legal, compliance, chapter elections and meeting minutes.

Bukky Durosanya – https://www.linkedin.com/in/bukky-durosanya/

Vice President of Operations

Responsible for community relations, board develop (training, development, recruiting, and retention) and fundraising.

Andrew Miller – https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmiller206/

Maurielle Storms – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriellestorms/

Reginald A. Turner – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reggie-turner-mba-13b8928/

Vice President of Finance/Treasurer

Responsible for financial reporting, fundraising, submitting financial reports, updating 501C status, filing taxes and/or audits.  Other duties include invoicing, reimbursements, and purchasing.

Eric Jacques – https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-jacques-b0076765

Andrew Miller – https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmiller206/

Kolawole “Kola” Olateju – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolaolateju/

Reginald A. Turner – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reggie-turner-mba-13b8928/

Vice President of Communications

Responsible for communications strategy and execution.  Key components of communication strategy include:  public relations, social media, newsletter, marketing, collateral, and event invitations.

Ian Mwangi – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmwangi/

Kolawole “Kola” Olateju – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolaolateju/

Director of Education/Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT)

Responsible for the relationship management with education institutions and the leadership of the Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) mentorship program and case competition.

Jahrael McDowell – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahraelmcdowell/

Director of Programs

Responsible for the development and execution of the annual programming plan.  The programming plan may include the following event types:  professional development, social, community service, fundraising, and career fairs.

Abraham Minter – https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-minter-mba-pmp-3229751/

Director of Membership

Responsible for the annual membership meeting and the growth, retention,and engagement with all levels of chapter membership.

Kolawole “Kola” Olateju – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolaolateju/

Director of Corporate Relations

Responsible for building and maintaining key corporate relationships with diverse organizations and opinion leaders. Efforts focus on forming strategic alliances within diverse segments of the Twin Cities professional climate, corporate partners and civic organizations to garner membership support and promote awareness of our outstanding diverse employee population.

Evy Engrav – http://linkedin.com/in/etengrav

Kevin B. Jackson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-b-jackson-esq-mba-b87b205a/

Maurielle Storms – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriellestorms/

Director of Technology

Responsible for maintaining and updating the chapter website (uploading pictures, calendar of events, capturing potential members), recommendation for technology upgrades, electronic payment methods, hardware/software, and multimedia.

Rick Felder – https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-felder-7335737/