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TODAY'S BBD500 SPOTLIGHT · Leadership Development
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Keynote speaker, author and leadership educator with two decades of experience. She creates guidance on confidence, talent development, workplace culture and leading through change.
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Brand story and messaging strategist who helps experts clarify their message and strengthen their positioning. Her official site centers on brand strategy and expert-led businesses.
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Marceau Michel
Founder of Black Founders Matter and an investor advocating for more equitable capital markets. He shares insights on fundraising, venture ecosystems and the barriers facing underestimated entrepreneurs.
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