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Diaspora’s Diversity Supplier Summit 2024
November 9 & 10th, 2024
View Park, CA (Address provided after successful registration)
Welcome to the inaugural Diaspora’s Diversity Supplier Summit, a groundbreaking event dedicated to empowering BIPOC farmers, diverse food suppliers, entrepreneurs, and food-as-medicine professionals. Our summit focuses on three key pillars: Community, Equity, and Innovation in food systems.
Tiffany
Haddish
Tiffany Haddish is the Co-founder of Diaspora Groceries, comedienne/actress, and advocate for food equity. Tiffany’s work centers on ensuring access to quality, nutritious food for underserved communities.
Freddy
Cameron
Freddy Cameron is a retail leader with 20+ years of experience, managing operations worth over $10 billion. He has worked with Costco, Sam’s Club, and Cookies, overseeing 100+ stores. Currently, he consults for brands, runs Embarc’s store operations, advises Diaspora Groceries, and co-hosted "Hatched" on the CW Network.
Tambra Raye
Tevenson
Tambra Raye Tevenson is the Founder of WANDA (Women Advancing Nutrition, Dietetics, and Agriculture). Tambra is a trailblazer in strengthening Black women’s leadership in food systems and health policy. Her advocacy for food justice and community health has earned her national recognition and appointments to key advisory roles.
Guest Speakers
Our Mission
Diaspora’s Diversity Supplier Summit serves as a platform for fostering meaningful connections, sharing industry insights, and creating opportunities for collaboration. This summit is designed to bring together a diverse group of voices committed to transforming the food industry through inclusion, education, and holistic health practices.
What to Expect
• Dynamic keynote addresses and panels focused on the intersection of food justice, entrepreneurship, and health.
• Opportunities to network with industry professionals, thought leaders, and investors who share a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Practical workshops designed to provide BIPOC food suppliers with tools and resources to scale their businesses and gain entry into new markets.
Key Pillars
1. Empowering BIPOC Farmers:
Building sustainable pathways for farmers of color to thrive in today’s food ecosystem.
2. Supporting Diverse Food Suppliers and Entrepreneurs:
Facilitating access to resources, partnerships, and markets that allow underrepresented food suppliers and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.
3. Advancing Food as Medicine:
Promoting the integration of food and health, with a focus on how nutrition can be a powerful tool for wellness in our communities.
Get Involved
Whether you’re a supplier, entrepreneur, health professional, or advocate, we invite you to be a part of this transformative event. Stay tuned for more details on our venue and registration.
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Join us on November 9th & 10th to celebrate, collaborate, and elevate the future of food for our communities.
Elevate Your Brand at Our Event: Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum Sponsor
$15,000
Red Carpet Exposure
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Prime Logo Placement on the step-and-repeat banner for all red carpet appearances, ensuring your brand is prominently featured in media coverage and attendee photos.
Branding & Marketing
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Logo Inclusion on all event materials, including banners, stage backdrops, and digital marketing campaigns.
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Feature Article in the event program and on the event website.
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Social Media Spotlight: A dedicated post across all Diaspora Groceries social media platforms.
Speaking Opportunity
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Keynote Address: Opportunity for a company representative to deliver a keynote speech.
Exhibition Space
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Premium exhibit booth in a prime location.
Networking & VIP Access:
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VIP Access to the red carpet reception and private networking sessions with key stakeholders and speakers.
Gold Sponsor
$7,500
Red Carpet Exposure
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Logo Placement on the step-and-repeat banner for red carpet appearances.
Branding & Marketing
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Logo Inclusion on select event materials, including signage and promotional
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materials.
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Recognition on the event website and in the digital marketing campaign.
Speaking Opportunity
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Session Address: Opportunity to address the crowd during a seminar or workshop.
Exhibition Space:
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Standard exhibit booth in a high-traffic area.
Networking Opportunities:
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Access to networking sessions with industry leaders and key stakeholders.
Silver Sponsor
$3,500
Branding & Marketing
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Logo Placement on event signage and in the event program.
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Recognition on the event website.
Exhibition Space
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Exhibit table in the general area.
Networking Opportunities
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Access to general networking sessions.
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