Black Talent Initiative

FRIDAY
MEETUPS

A space of sharing and learning from amazingly talented leaders within the community focused on impacting change.

Every second Friday | 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM EST, via Zoom.

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About

What is Friday Meetups?

Friday Meetups is BTI's flagship virtual speaker series. A recurring space where Black professionals, allies, and emerging leaders come together to learn from those shaping industries and driving change.

Each session features a guest speaker who brings real-world insight on topics like career strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship, and navigating corporate environments as a Black professional. It's not a lecture. It's a conversation designed to leave you with something actionable.

Whether you're a senior leader looking to give back, a mid-career professional exploring what's next, or someone early in your journey looking for community, Friday Meetups is where you start.

Community First
Community First

More than a webinar. Friday Meetups is where relationships form, mentors emerge, and the BTI network compounds over time.

Expert Speakers
Expert Speakers

Industry leaders, founders, and community champions share hard-won lessons on career growth, leadership, and building in public.

Virtual & Accessible
Virtual & Accessible

Join from anywhere. No ticket, no travel. Just RSVP and show up on Zoom every other Friday at 12:30 PM EST.

Professional & Personal Growth
Professional & Personal Growth

Topics range from navigating corporate spaces to launching ventures. Every session is designed to leave you with something actionable.

50+

Sessions delivered

1,100+

Community members

30+

Guest speakers featured

77%

Identify as Black

Sessions

Upcoming & Past

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This Month

November 2026

December 2026

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BTI Unbounded event
BTI Unbounded event
BTI Unbounded event
BTI Navigate plenary
BTI IGNITE session

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