CTC x BECO Black Business Expo

CTC x BECO Black Business Expo

In celebration of Black History Month, The Black Eco Chamber (BECO), Brave New World Enterprises (BNWE), and the Columbia Tower Club (CTC) are proud to present the CTC x BECO Black Business Expo, an evening designed to spotlight Black entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation in Seattle.

Taking place Wednesday, February 11 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, this special event will be held at the iconic Columbia Tower Club on the 75th floor, offering both meaningful conversation and unmatched views of the city. Best of all, the event is free and open to the public.

The Black Business Expo brings together entrepreneurs, creatives, investors, professionals, and community leaders for a powerful discussion centered on business growth, access, and legacy building. This event reflects the ongoing partnership between BECO, BNWE, and Columbia Tower Club, rooted in a shared commitment to creating spaces where commerce, culture, and community intersect.

Featured Panelists

Attendees will hear from an accomplished panel of leaders whose work spans real estate, creative entrepreneurship, venture capital, and higher education:

• Dana Frank, author and residential real estate leader, is known for her work in homeownership, residential investing, and building sustainable real estate strategies. She is a respected voice on client education, equity, and creating pathways to ownership through real estate.
• Shyan Selah, creative artist and entrepreneur, is the Founder of BECO and President/CEO of Brave New World Enterprises. His work blends culture, business strategy, and community impact while advancing regenerative models for creative and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
• Evan Poncelet, Co-Founder of Venture Black, focuses on expanding access to venture capital and supporting founders working to close racial wealth gaps through innovation and investment.
• Dr. Michelle Terry, Assistant Dean of Faculty Affairs at the University of Washington School of Medicine and TEDx speaker, is a physician and educator dedicated to leadership development, mentorship, and equity across professional spaces.

The conversation will be moderated by Candice Richardson, Executive Vice President of Brave New World Enterprises and Program Manager of BECO, who brings extensive experience in business development and media strategy.

“At a time when headlines often focus on what pulls us apart, we’re gathering at the top of the city to celebrate what brings us together: the brilliance, grit, and innovation of Seattle’s Black entrepreneurs,” shared Melissa Reaves of the Columbia Tower Club Business Alliance Committee. “Partnering with BECO is about more than commerce. It’s about pouring into our community and toasting to a future where connection and legacy are the main events.”

Event Details

• What: CTC x BECO Black Business Expo
• When: Wednesday, February 11 | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
• Where: Columbia Tower Club, 701 5th Avenue, 75th Floor, Seattle
• Cost: Free
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Join us for an evening of insight, inspiration, and connection as we celebrate Black excellence in business at the top of the city.