Get your day started with coffee, juice, and light fare in the Premier lounge.

We’d love to welcome you to join us for a special Happy Hour during Blackweek 2024 at Gary’s latest venture, Flyfish Club.

We will be enjoying quality time and thought provoking discussions with brand marketers and industry leaders in the club’s cocktail lounge, Cat Tail.

Prepare for an elevated sensory experience as BlackWeek and Dante’s Hi-Fi team up to bring Paradise Lost – The Revival to New York City. For one exclusive night, on October 16th, House of Sound will be transformed into a haven of culture, music, and connection, with the sounds curated by the legendary DJ Rich Medina. This one-of-a-kind musical journey will celebrate contemporary Black music and culture in a space designed to inspire and immerse you in sound.

This invitation-only event is more than just another evening—it’s an intimate celebration where every beat and note has meaning. With handcrafted CÎROC cocktails and culinary creations by Chef Jordan Andino, the night promises to engage all your senses in one of New York’s most revered audio sanctuaries. Expect an unforgettable sonic experience, set against the backdrop of an exquisite venue, as you are transported through sound and taste.

With Dante’s Hi-Fi bringing its legendary Wynwood listening experience to NYC for a single evening, this promises to be a night of sound and sophistication like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a BlackWeek celebration that pays homage to the culture with style, substance, and unmatched rhythm.

This event promises to be a truly rare experience. Make sure to claim your spot at the heart of the BlackWeek celebration.

What’s better than talking business? Cracking jokes about it! Right in the middle of Blackweek, we’re keeping the energy high with Laughs on the Horizon, an exclusive comedy event powered by Horizon Media and REVOLT featuring the comedic stylings of Jon Laster.

This special event brings together today’s hottest comedic talent for a night of laughs, culture, and connection. Comedians will riff on the week’s biggest themes, blending humor with thought-provoking insights that will leave you both entertained and enlightened. It’s the perfect way to continue the conversation—with a comedic twist.

Attendees can enjoy an intimate comedy club setting, good vibes, an open bar, and hors d’oeuvres as we take a break from the serious talks and relax with the best kind of storytelling: the kind that makes you laugh out loud.

Don’t miss this chance to unwind with fellow BlackWeek attendees and industry leaders, while laughing along with some of today’s funniest voices. It’s not just about business—it’s about finding the humor in it all.

The landscape of sports is changing faster than ever. This is reshaping the influence, opportunity, and pressures of athletes as both brands and businesses, especially as live sports surges ahead in the media landscape on and off the field. As the industry of the game transforms, athletes need to be more proactive in their brand-building and business-building than ever. What does the world around the next generation of athletes look like, and how do they get ready for it today?

Join former NBA #1 pick Greg Oden, Larry Hall, a seven-year veteran in Global Brand Communications at adidas, and Andre Gray, Chief Creative Officer, as they explore the evolving business of sports and the future of athletes as brands and business networks.

We are living in the most polarizing time in modern history, where it seems like we are in a perpetual political cycle, where campaign narratives are focused on division not unification. In this 45 minute fireside chat moderated by Arturo Nuñez, Senatorial candidate Hill Harper will discuss the current state of democracy, the challenges with the democratic party, how diversity impacts election results, and how being in a perpetual political cycle will continue to be a challenge in unifying our country.

In a sport that has long been associated with exclusivity, Eastside Golf is bringing a fresh, modern approach that reflects the spirit of Black culture. The founders, Olajuwon Ajanaku and Earl Cooper, have successfully merged golf with street culture, creating a lifestyle brand that resonates with a new generation of golfers. This panel will examine the broader impact of Black culture on the sport, from fashion and media representation to grassroots efforts aimed at increasing accessibility. The conversation will also touch on how cultural movements can create lasting change in traditionally exclusive spaces, highlighting the role that Black entrepreneurs play in reinventing industries.

Experience crisp lines from BEVEL, the first and only head to toe grooming brand designed for sensitive skin and coarse hair. Our expert Barbers and Grooming Specialists Candice Villafane Ryan and Jomo Kenyatta will be available from 9am to 5pm on Wednesday, October 16th, and Thursday, October 17th.

No need to book—just roll through to get a touch up while enjoying real conversation on our BEVEL Talks stage. Join in on candid discussions led by our expert host about honoring BIPOC men, navigating the world and the weights they carry, supporting their tribes, and normalizing mental health and wellness. Each conversation ties back to economic inclusion and leveling the playing field. Don’t miss this unique blend of grooming services alongside meaningful dialogue!

It is a rare leader who makes it to the ranks of CEO. It is even rarer when that leader is Black. Join CEOs Amber Guild and Danny Robinson for an intimate conversation where they’ll spill the tea on their trailblazing paths in the ad world, the personal stories that shaped them, and some wisdom for all up-and-comers eager to make moves.

*This lunch for Premier Registrants is proudly sponsored by Omnicom | OPRG, located within the Premier Lounge.