Friday Meetup #SpeakerSeries
Why do some businesses secure funding while others struggle to get started?
Join us for an insightful workshop with Jillisa Brown, founder of Funding Impact and a leader in social finance, impact investing, and entrepreneurship, as she demystifies the funding landscape and helps entrepreneurs identify the right path to capital.
Drawing on her experience helping underserved entrepreneurs secure more than $1 million in funding and shaping Canada's social finance ecosystem, Jillisa will unpack how grants, loans, and investment capital work, what funders are really looking for, and how to identify the funding opportunities that best align with your business stage and goals.
Together, we'll explore how to become funding-ready, avoid common mistakes entrepreneurs make when seeking capital, and build a strategy that positions your business for long-term growth and sustainability.
Whether you're launching a new venture or preparing to scale an existing business, you'll leave with greater clarity, practical next steps, and the confidence to pursue funding with purpose and strategy.
Event Details
📅 Friday, August 28
🕧 12:30–1:30 PM ET
💻 Virtual on Zoom
**BTI Friday Meetups are a monthly source of information and inspiration for the Black Talent Initiative community. This is a space to share, learn, and engage with talented leaders driving meaningful change.
What BTI Friday Meetups Offer:
• Engaging Updates – Share accomplishments and celebrate progress across the BTI network.
• Inspiring Speakers – Hear from trailblazers and changemakers shaping a brighter future.
• Thoughtful Discussions – Collaborate and explore solutions for systemic change across industries.
• Meaningful Connections – Build lasting relationships with like-minded professionals and leaders.
Join us and be part of the conversation!