Welcome Note

Kemoh Mansaray, Chairman

I am excited to present the fourth edition of the Black Entrepreneurship Journal (BEJ), it has been an exciting journey from the release of the first publication. Through the years, we have explored, learned, and strengthened our commitment to the advancement of Black entrepreneurs.

The BEJ is Africa Centre’s bi-annual business publication with a reach across Canada, in print and on digital platforms. Through this medium we convey topics and stories told from a unique perspective to offer balanced reporting and bridge communication and information gaps in the Black business sector.

This publication highlights some of the tools which Black entrepreneurs have used to turn dreams into success; these include education, coaching support, creating opportunities for expanding social capital through networking, and leveraging the importance of business interdependence. Through this initiative, we seek to represent the continuation of our dream to share stories and resources for Black entrepreneurs in the Prairies and beyond. Just like this journal started as a dream, we continue to highlight incredible Black entrepreneurs whose dreams turned into fruition while paving the way for future entrepreneurs.

Our goal through this edition of the magazine is to present a reference point that serves potential and thriving Black entrepreneurs, as well as professionals across various sectors of the society.

The scope of this magazine highlights the contributions, resilience, and ingenuity of Alberta’s Black business community. This edition comprises a range of business topics, resource, data, lessons and lived experience of Black entrepreneurs. BEJ has made remarkable advancements since the release of the first edition. This fourth edition promises to be a great read.

Yours Sincerely,