Listening Session for Erie’s Black Community UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center x EBWS
Open forums designed to elevate community voices, gather feedback, and strengthen partnerships. These sessions create space for shared dialogue around local needs, opportunities, and collective progress. Light refreshments provided
From Idea to Execution – Building a Business That Works
BrightRaye Solutions x EBWS
Practical workshops designed to help entrepreneurs move from concept to launch with clarity and confidence. Participants learn how to structure, grow, and sustain a business through real-world strategies, guided instruction, and community support.
GREENLight Gala Awards
An annual signature event celebrating Black entrepreneurs, leaders, and organizations making a meaningful impact across Erie through innovation, leadership, and community investment.
Theme: Harlem Renaissance Reimagined
Financial Foundations for Business Owners
BrightRaye Solutions x EBWS
A focused learning experience covering budgeting, cash flow, credit, and long-term financial planning for entrepreneurs. These sessions equip business owners with tools to manage money effectively and build stronger financial stability.
Black Women L.E.A.D
An intentional networking experience bringing together Black women leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals for connection, conversation, and collaboration in a supportive and empowering space.
From Idea to Execution – Building a Business That Works
BrightRaye Solutions x EBWS
Practical workshops designed to help entrepreneurs move from concept to launch with clarity and confidence. Participants learn how to structure, grow, and sustain a business through real-world strategies, guided instruction, and community support.
Voices of History Screening
PA Humanities x EBWS
Community film screenings highlighting stories of Black history, culture, and impact, followed by discussion and reflection to deepen understanding and celebrate shared heritage.
Financial Foundations for Business Owners
A focused learning experience covering budgeting, cash flow, credit, and long-term financial planning for entrepreneurs. These sessions equip business owners with tools to manage money effectively and build stronger financial stability.
Juneteenth Mix & Mingle
A celebratory evening bringing together professionals, creatives, and community members to honor Juneteenth through connection, culture, and shared joy in a vibrant social setting.
Juneteenth Celebration Block Party
Erie’s Juneteenth Celebration Committee x EBWS
A large-scale community celebration featuring music, food, local vendors, and family-friendly activities that honor Black culture, freedom, and community togetherness.
Working Smarter, Not Harder – Using AI in Your Business
BrightRaye Solutions x EBWS
Hands-on education exploring how modern tools and automation can streamline operations, marketing, and productivity. Attendees gain practical ways to integrate AI into daily workflows to save time and improve results.
From Idea to Execution – Building a Business That Works
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Financial Foundations for Business Owners
A focused learning experience covering budgeting, cash flow, credit, and long-term financial planning for entrepreneurs. These sessions equip business owners with tools to manage money effectively and build stronger financial stability.
Working Smarter, Not Harder – Using AI in Your Business
Hands-on education exploring how modern tools and automation can streamline operations, marketing, and productivity. Attendees gain practical ways to integrate AI into daily workflows to save time and improve results.
From Idea to Execution – Building a Business That Works
BrightRaye Solutions x EBWS
Practical workshops designed to help entrepreneurs move from concept to launch with clarity and confidence. Participants learn how to structure, grow, and sustain a business through real-world strategies, guided instruction, and community support.
Financial Foundations for Business Owners
A focused learning experience covering budgeting, cash flow, credit, and long-term financial planning for entrepreneurs. These sessions equip business owners with tools to manage money effectively and build stronger financial stability.
Working Smarter, Not Harder – Using AI in Your Business
Hands-on education exploring how modern tools and automation can streamline operations, marketing, and productivity. Attendees gain practical ways to integrate AI into daily workflows to save time and improve results.