Black Star Week 2025 is Underway in Atlanta: Empowering Black Communities Now!

Courtesy: Black Star Week

Atlanta is currently buzzing with the energy of Black Star Week 2025! This powerful and inspiring event, dedicated to empowering Black communities across various crucial facets of life, is unfolding right now, from Saturday, June 14, 2025, to Saturday, June 21, 2025. The luxurious Thompson Atlanta – Buckhead, by Hyatt, located at 415 East Paces Ferry Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30305, is the vibrant hub for this transformative week.

A Week of Empowerment and Connection in Full Swing

Black Star Week 2025 is designed as a holistic experience, actively focusing on pillars essential for community thriving: holistic health, mental wellness, economic development, and cultural connection. The week is featuring dedicated programming tailored to address specific needs, including:

• Men’s Health: Addressing critical health and wellness topics for Black men.

• Financial Literacy: Providing tools and knowledge for economic empowerment.

• Community Building: Fostering stronger bonds and collective growth within the Black community.

• Support for Black-Owned Businesses: Creating platforms and opportunities for Black entrepreneurs to flourish.

Dive Deep into Key Programming Happening Now

While a full, day-by-day agenda has been guiding attendees, we have highlights of some of the highly anticipated sessions and what's already taken place:

Economic Development: CEO Power Talks

On June 17th, the Thompson Hotel hosted "CEO Power Talks," a series of insightful panels designed for current and aspiring Black business leaders. These impactful discussions included:

• "Capital is Control: Fundraising Without Compromising the Mission" with Sheena Allen, Dr. Eloisa Klementich, and Benaisha Poole-Watson.

• "Built From Scratch: The Blueprint for Building a Scalable Company" featuring Nichole Harmon, Karimah McFarlane, and Jewel Tankard.

• "Weathering the Storm: CEO Stress, Burnout, and Loneliness at the Top" with Omar Ali, Reuben Lewis IV, and Devika Brij.

• "Power Moves: Hiring, Training, and Leading High-Performing Teams" joined by Jonathan Allen, Dr. DeRetta Rhodes, and Janean C. Armstrong.

• "Global Game Plan: Building Wealth and Business Across Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America" featuring Rex Omar, Wendy McGee, and Dora Din Whittley.

• "Exits & Equity: How Black CEOs Win at the Finish Line" with Brandon Davenport, Araya Mesfin, and Rodney Sampson.

Mental Wellness: Prioritizing the Mind

Black Star Week is also placing a significant emphasis on mental health, particularly for men in leadership roles. Attendees have been engaging in sessions like:

• "Mental Wealth: The Mental Game of High-Performing Black Men," featuring discussions with professional athletes and leaders