NAACP Economic Summit Series - Black Wealth in Motion

Empower your wealth journey: join leaders, experts, and the community to ignite Black economic power and build generational prosperity!

About this Event

Join us for an inspiring half-day event—Black Wealth in Motion—part of the NAACP Las Vegas Economic Summit Series. Connect with community leaders, entrepreneurs, experts, and sponsors for panel discussions, interactive sessions, and a spotlight keynote.

Date & Time: Thursday, Sept 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Location: Nevada Partners, 690 W Lake Mead Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV 89030

Highlights:

• Expert panel featuring Finance, Real Estate, and Entrepreneurship
• “Banking on Black Wealth” led by Chase Bank
• Keynote from civic equity champion Kara Jenkins
• Networking breakfast, lunch, and sponsor activations

Accessibility: Venue is ADA-compliant, with additional support upon request. Email aW5mbyB8IG5hYWNwbGFzdmVnYXMgISBvcmc= for accommodations or questions.

Agenda


🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Check-In + Breakfast Reception

Info: Guests arrive, network over coffee and breakfast, and connect with local business and resource tables before the program begins.

🕑: 09:00 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Host: Quentin Savwoir, President of NAACP Las Vegas Branch

Info: Presented by Chandler Cooks, Chair of the Economic Development Committee. Setting the tone for the day’s mission: advancing Black economic power and sustainable wealth. A message from the NAACP Las Vegas Branch Executive Team sharing the vision, goals, and values guiding the summit series.

🕑: 09:20 AM
Summit Vision: The Road to March 2026
Host: Chandler Cooks, Economic Development Committee Chair

Info: An overview of the Economic Summit Series, how this bi-monthly event fits into the broader ecosystem of programming, and the pathway toward the March 2026 Grand Summit.

🕑: 09:30 AM
Panel: Black Wealth in Motion
Host: Robert "Twixx" Taylor

Info: This panel explores the foundations and future of Black wealth through the lenses of entrepreneurship, real estate, financial access, and cultural influence. Panelists will discuss what ownership looks like today, how we overcome structural barriers, and what’s required to build lasting economic power in our communities.

🕑: 10:15 AM
Chase Segment: Banking on Black Wealth
Host: Home Lending

Info: Presented by Chase Bank

A focused session highlighting financial tools and resources across Home Lending, Business Banking, Consumer Finance, and Wealth Management to help attendees act on their wealth-building journey today.

🕑: 10:45 AM
Audience Q&A

Info: Interactive dialogue with both panels, giving attendees the opportunity to ask specific questions and gain personalized insights.

🕑: 11:00 AM
Break & Networking Reset

Info: A brief intermission to refuel and connect one-on-one with speakers, sponsors, and attendees.

🕑: 11:15 AM
Spotlight Keynote: Shaundell Newsome
Host: Shaundell Newsome

Info: Branding with Purpose: Building Wealth Through Culture, Community & Strategy

🕑: 12:00 PM
Networking Lunch + Resource Exchange

Info: Catered lunch served with open seating. Attendees explore sponsor activations, financial resources, community service offerings, and grant information.

🕑: 12:45 PM
Lightning Sponsor Spotlights + Giveaways

Info: Short presentations from key sponsors highlighting services, opportunities, and how they’re supporting Black economic empowerment—plus exciting raffle prize drawings.

🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Closing Remarks + What’s Next

Info: Final announcements, survey links, and a call to action to join us for the November 2025 installment of the series and the March 2026 Grand Economic Summit.

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