investing in leadership. advancing community. building legacy.

The Dear Black Man Leadership Brunch, Conference, and The Mandate initiative bring together leaders, organizations, and community members to address barriers impacting Black men while developing actionable pathways toward advancement, mentorship, leadership development, and measurable community impact.

PARTNERSHIP LEVELS

BECOME A PARTNER IN IMPACT

Your partnership helps support leadership development, mentorship initiatives, youth engagement, community advancement, and the continued work of The Mandate initiative.

ELITE EMPOWERMENT SPONSOR
1,000$
Premier visibility & strategic brand placement as a leading partner. Designed for bus. & org. seeking max. exposure, direct engagement, access to leaders, attendees & media platforms.
Valid for 12 months
- Emerging Destiny+
- Exclusive 15 min. presentation opp. directly to audience
- Access to reg. list for intentional follow-up connections
- Provide 2 raffle items for direct audience connection
- 5 complimentary tickets with premium seating
- 2 corp. sponsor gifts as a premium token of apprection
- Enhanced merchandise gifting opp. for attendee engagement
EMERGING DESTINY SPONSOR
500$
Elevate presence & expand reach w/ prem. visibility, media exposure & audience engagement. Ready to make greater impact while positioning as key partner in empowerment & community advancement.
Valid for 12 months
- Triumphant Unity+
- 10-min. presentation opportunity at the conf. to audience
- Photo Opportunity at Dear Black Man Conference
- 3 strategic social media promo. blasts on FB, IG, LinkedIn
- 3 Complimentary conference Tickets
- 2 Corp. sponsor gift as token of appreciation
- Logo placement in the official conf. program
- Logo featured on-screen during the conf. for visual exposure
TRIUMPHANT UNITY SPONSOR
300$
Position your brand in front of an engaged & influential audience while supporting the mission of the conf. This level is designed to max. visibility, connection & brand recognition beyond the event.
Valid for 12 months
- 2 featured monthly promo blasts across FB, IG, LinkedIn
- 2 dedicated monthly email campaigns sent to our network
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to attend conference
- VIP photo opp. w/ conf. hosts, keynote speakers & sponsors
- Certificate of Recognition presented at Leadership Brunch
- Logo featured on event banner for branding in media photos
- Reserved front-row seating at conf.

ABOUT

LEADERSHIP BRUNCH

Where Leaders Define What Can Be Done.

A cross-sector leadership gathering designed to bring together influential voices from business, education, faith, mental wellness, advocacy, and civic leadership to identify barriers impacting Black men and define actionable solutions.

Focus Areas:

Cross-sector collaboration
Community advancement
Strategic solution development
Leadership engagement
Action-oriented dialogue

DEAR BLACK MAN

CONFERENCE

Where Men Receive the Charge to Build.

A transformative multi-day conference experience focused on empowerment, leadership, mentorship, healing, networking, and community advancement.

Conference Experiences Include:

Keynote speakers
Panel discussions
Leadership development
Mentorship opportunities
Networking experiences
Breakout sessions
Solution-focused conversations

JOURNEY TO KINGSHIP |

RITE OF PASSAGE

Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders.

The Journey to Kingship Rite of Passage Experience is a leadership and identity development initiative specifically designed for young Black men ages 18–25.

This experience creates intentional space for mentorship, guidance, brotherhood, leadership development, emotional growth, and purpose discovery while helping young men navigate the transition into manhood with structure, support, and accountability.

The Experience Focuses On:

Identity & self-worth
Leadership development
Mentorship & accountability
Manhood & responsibility
Emotional wellness
Life skills & personal growth
Legacy, purpose, and vision

Participants will engage with mentors, community leaders, professionals, and facilitators who will help equip them with tools, guidance, and support for long-term success.

THE MANDATE

The 12-Month Community Advancement Initiative.

The Mandate is the official monthly execution initiative designed to continue the work beyond the conference through collaboration, accountability, mentorship, and measurable action.

Participants Engage In:

Monthly working sessions
Leadership collaboration
Solution-focused groups
Mentorship & accountability
Community initiatives
Progress tracking & implementation

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IMPACT

Creating Long-Term Community Impact

The Dear Black Man initiative is designed to create meaningful opportunities for leadership development, mentorship, empowerment, collaboration, and measurable advancement within the Black community.

PROJECTED IMPACT
Projected Attendance

250+ conference attendees
Community leaders & professionals
Emerging leaders & young men ages 18–25
Entrepreneurs, educators, advocates, and mentors

Target Demographics

Black men & young adults
Community leaders
Students & emerging professionals
Mentorship organizations
Faith-based and civic leaders
Business and professional networks

Mentorship & Community Goals

Strengthen mentorship connections
Increase leadership engagement
Foster positive community relationships
Create long-term accountability structures
Encourage collaboration across sectors

Young Adult Engagement

Rite of Passage participation for young men ages 18–25
Leadership exposure opportunities
Mentorship access
Professional and personal development support

Leadership Development

Leadership workshops
Professional networking
Civic engagement opportunities
Personal growth & empowerment sessions
Community impact initiatives

12-Month Accountability Structure

Through The Mandate, participants continue engaging monthly after the conference to:

advance defined solutions
track measurable progress
develop initiatives
strengthen partnerships
and sustain long-term community impact