2026 EVENTS
IN-PERSON EVENTS
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Future Fused Design Studio: Where Culture, AR & AI Collide
Our Premier 4-Part Series Experience!
This workshop series is ideal for participants who want continuity, deeper skill-building, and a cohesive understanding of how these tools work together in real creative workflows.
Session 1 (Feb 26th, 2026) : Web AR and AI in Design
Session 2 (March 12,2026 ): Artwork Design with Midjourney
Session 3 (March 26, 2026) : Designing an AI avatar using Nano Banana for branding and storytelling
Session 4 (April 9, 2026): How to Create Your Own TikTok filter
Full Series Access: $299
Valued at $428 individually
(Save $129 - about 30% off!!)
Making Something Out of Nothing: A Diaspora Guide to Entering the Art Spaces - How to Look, Ask & Acquire Art - A Collecting Conversation
Date: Wed, March 25th 2026
Time: 6-9 PM ET
Location: Tanya Weddemire Gallery | 254 36th Street #Suite C257 Brooklyn, NY 11232
About: Carib Biz Network invites you into an intimate evening at the Tanya Weddemire Gallery for Making Something Out of Nothing. This exhibition curated by Tatiana Mack explores the beauty of process, experimentation, and artistic becoming. It honors the stage where ideas are still forming, where tension lives, where clarity has not yet arrived. Come experience:
• A curated exhibition walkthrough
• Insight into the artists’ creative process
• A moderated conversation on art, culture, collecting and ownership
• Elevated networking with founders, creatives, and collectors'
• Complimentary Wine + light bites
Who Should Attend:
Creative founders
Art curious and enthusiasts
Art collectors and aspiring collectors
Community + diaspora leaders
Anyone committed to investing in culture!!!!
This event is intentionally intimate. Capacity is limited to ensure depth of experience.
Dress: Elevated creative.
Register For FREE NOW NOW!!
From Owner to Operator: How to Acquire or Franchise a Business
Date: Wed, March 18th 2026
Time: 12 PM ET
Location: Virtual. Link to Follow with RSVP.
About: Whether someone wants to buy into an established franchise model or is considering turning their existing business into one, this session will cover both sides of the equation.
Nancy E. Williams, Certified Franchise Consultant, will walk through:
• How to evaluate and acquire a franchise
• What lenders look for and how financing works
• How to financially prepare before applying
• What makes a business franchise-ready
Joining her is Kareem Edwards, Franchise Owner of Chick-fil-A, sharing insight from the operator side.
This is about ownership with structure. This is about building systems, not just income.
Speaker Bios:
Nancy Williams: After 14 years leading teams of 25 in the corporate world, she returned to her entrepreneurial roots to help others find their “why.” As the President of NValuable Franchise Consulting, Inc, she is passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of business ownership. Whether she’s contributing to Black Enterprise Magazine or spearheading US Franchise Development for Ben & Jerry’s, Nancy’s approach is rooted in “well-rounded expertise meets genuine compassion.” She knows the ins and outs of the industry from every angle—consultant, writer, and developer—making her the ultimate guide for anyone looking to turn a dream of ownership into a wealth-building reality.
Kareem Edwards: Kareem Edwards is an entrepreneur and community-driven business leader from Far Rockaway, Queens. A first-generation college graduate, he studied Mathematics at DePauw University before launching his career on Wall Street at Lehman Brothers. He later earned his MBA from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and was named a “Top MBA to Watch” by Poets & Quants. Kareem went on to lead innovation at Kraft Heinz, launching the platinum product Just Crack an Egg, and later worked at Google supporting e-commerce brand growth. In 2021, Kareem became the Franchise Owner of Chick-fil-A South Loop in Chicago, where he combines corporate strategy with community leadership. His work has been featured by CBS News, WGN TV, and Fox 32 Chicago for his impact in mentorship, food access, and leadership development.
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WI BOLD + BEAUTIFUL 2026
Celebrating Caribbean Women CEO’s + Leaders for Women’s History Month
Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET
Location: The Arches | Brooklyn, NY.
About: Carib Biz Network invites you to an intimate evening in celebration of Women’s History Month, designed for women who value connection, culture, and meaningful conversation. This curated gathering brings together founders, creatives, and leaders for an evening rooted in community, elevated vibes, and intentional presence. In partnership with Clif Family Wines, the night will feature incredible wine, rich dialogue, and a space to simply be among women who are building, becoming, and evolving.
This is not just a panel. Not a networking free-for-all. It is a moment to pause, connect, and celebrate the power of women in business and culture, together.
Dress Code: Dress to impress. Required color palette: Dark Fuchsia, Berry, Sienna, Cocoa.
EYELAND FEST 2026
What: Celebrating Caribbean Business & Culture for Caribbean American Heritage Month
Date: June 25th - 28th 2026
Location: New York City
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