The University of Westminster is partnering with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (LCCI) Black Business Association (BBA) and Asian Business Association (ABA) across 2023.
The BBA and ABA aim to improve the prosperity of ethnic minority owned businesses and employees in the capital by breaking down barriers, addressing inequalities, enabling connections and empowering business and people through access to vital tools.
The goals of the BBA and ABA align with our EDI commitments so we are delighted to be partnered with the associations to help them to deliver on their mission. As a principal partner, we provide support and advice and are excited to be working with London’s Black and Asian business communities on a variety of events and engagement opportunities to further their mission.
Events
The BBA and ABA hold a series of events throughout the year featuring keynote speakers showcasing success and offering practical advice, insight and inspiration focusing on key challenges and key issues. Register for upcoming events below.
BBA Spring Networking Reception
Wednesday 22 March 2023 5.45pm–8pm
LCCI Members' Lounge, 33 Queen Street, London EC4R 1AP
Join the BBA for an evening of food, drinks, networking opportunities, and a chance to hear about the upcoming UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference (BBEC) from its founder, Dr Carlton Brown.
This event is now fully booked. If you are a University of Westminster staff member and are still interested in attending, please contact Tom Ashman, Business Engagement Projects Manager [email protected]
If you are not a Westminster staff member and wish to be added to the reserve list, please contact [email protected].
London Chamber Networking Lunch
Thursday 27 April 2023 12pm - 3pm
Chourangi, 3 Old Quebec Street, London W1H 7AF
Join the LCCI for their networking lunch at Chourangi Restaurant which will provide the perfect way to network with new and old colleagues. It will start at midday with drinks, followed by a two-course lunch.
If you are a University of Westminster staff member and wish to attend, please contact Tom Ashman, Business Engagement Projects Manager [email protected]
If you are not a Westminster staff member and wish to attend, you can book your place on the LCCI’s website.
Networking Reception with Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, aka The Black Farmer
Wednesday 24 May 2023 5.30pm–8pm
Join the BBA for an evening of networking and hear from guest speaker Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, aka The Black Farmer. Wilfred will share how his love for his father’s inner-city Birmingham allotment inspired him to build his own small farm on the Devon Cornwall border. Wilfred is a passionate supporter of British farming and bringing diversity to the food and farming industries.
If you are a University of Westminster staff member and wish to attend, please contact Tom Ashman, Business Engagement Projects Manager [email protected]
If you are not a Westminster staff member and wish to attend, you can book your place on the LCCI’s website.