4th Annual BIPOC Business Expo
Theme: Unity in Diversity: Pathways to Prosperity
Date & Time: June 25th, 2025, | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We are thrilled to invite you to the 4th Annual BIPOC Business Lunch & Learn, hosted by IFRI-TRYV under the theme “Unity in Diversity, Pathway to Prosperity.” Join us on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the Mosaic Event Center in Minneapolis for a day dedicated to enhancing productivity and providing stability for underprivileged and underserved BIPOC businesses across the globe. Our mission is to create opportunities that foster economic growth, promote equity, and build a sustainable future for the communities we serve.
Expo Agenda:
10-10:15 AM: Doors Open
10:15-11:45 AM: Unity in Diversity Expert Panel
11:45-12:00 PM: IFRI-TRYV’s Year in Review
12:00-1 PM: Lunch
1:00-1:45 PM: Pathway to Prosperity Expert Panel
1:45-2:00 PM: Uniting Distant Stars Live/Silent Auction
2:00-3:00 PM: Closing and Network
Event Highlights:
Unity and Diversity Expert Panel: Hear from your government officials on navigating business challenges in the current climate.
IFRI-TRYV Year in Review: We will also use this opportunity to let attendees know what our organization accomplished in the 2024 calendar year and what’s to come in the remainder of 2025.
Lunch: Enjoy a selection of dishes from local BIPOC restaurants and caterers.
Silent Auction: Participate in our auctions to raise funds for IFRI-TRYV Liberia and our partner vocational school, Uniting Distant Stars. You can learn more about UDS here: https://www.unitingdistantstars.com.
Pathway to Prosperity Expert Panel: Gain valuable insights from industry leaders on overcoming modern obstacles to secure access to capital.
Networking: Connect with over 200 BIPOC business owners and industry leaders to expand your network and find collaborative opportunities.
Tickets
Non-Member
General Admission for non-member of IFRI-TRYV Business Network-
Full Day Access
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Full Lunch
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Early Bird Tickets available at $50
Network Member
General Admission for members of IFRI-TRYV Business Network-
Full Day Access
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Full Lunch
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Early Bird Tickets available at $50
Partnership Opportunities
Interested in Sponsoring or Tabeling? Email us at [email protected] or click the button below.
Community Partner Donation – $3,000
- 10 event tickets, meals included.
- Promotional benefits including logo placement, special stage acknowledgment, and more.
- Features on our social media platforms leading up to and following the event.
- Year-round visibility on the IFRI-TRYV website as a featured sponsor.
- Feature in a 1–3-minute promotional video. Our team will coordinate filming dates, time, and locations prior to filming.
- Inclusion in IFRI-TRYV’s content calendar and promotional materials.
- Access to the IFRI-TRYV BIPOC Business Network for 1 year at no cost.
- https://ifritryv.org/wp-admin/
- Partners will receive a table in the resource center to exhibit their organization products and services. Packages include 1 table (30in wide x 6ft long) and 2 chairs per table.
Non-profit Partner Donation – $1,000
- 5 event tickets, meals included.
- Special stage acknowledgment, and more.
- Features on our social media platforms leading up to and following the event.
- Year-round visibility on the IFRI-TRYV website as a featured sponsor.
- Inclusion in IFRI-TRYV’s content calendar and promotional materials.
- Access to the IFRI-TRYV BIPOC Business Network for 1 year at no cost.
- https://ifritryv.org/wp-admin/
- Partners will receive a table in the resource center to exhibit their organization products and services. Packages include 1 table (30in wide x 6ft long) and 2 chairs per table.
Vendor Package – $500.00 Registration Fee
- 2 event tickets, meals included.
- This fee applies to independent contractors and non-legacy organizations that are intentional about providing tangible outcomes to BIPOC business in Minnesota.
- Vendors will receive a table in the resource center to exhibit their organization products and services. Packages include 1 Vendor table (30in wide x 6ft long) and 2 chairs per table.
- Logo Treatment on ifritryv.org and web link will be included in all email campaigns, promotional flyers and media coverage.
- Access to over 200 BIPOC business owners within IFRI-TRYV’s network.
2025 BIPOC Business Expo Catering Opportunity:
We’re thrilled to invite Minnesota-based caterers to participate in the annual BIPOC Business Expo on June 25th, 2025. This year’s theme, “Unity in Diversity: Pathways to Prosperity,” celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of our community. Join us by showcasing your unique dishes as a main dish, side, or dessert vendor. Fill out this form to express your interest in participating.
