Velocity Networking:

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Save the dateFebruary 10, 20235:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EST) Add to Calendar

Venue Location

Black BRAND

520 E. Main St., Suite 4
Norfolk, VA 23510

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Organizer

Organizer: Black BRAND

Phone: +1 7572887400

Contact Person: Blair Durham

Email: blair@blackbrand.biz

Event Details

Join us for Velocity Networking: 5 Star Connections every 2nd Friday of the month.

Connect with Black BRAND members , hear 5-Minute Networking Nuggets, and enjoy refreshments, wine, and beer

$10 for Members

$20 for Prospective Members

Speakers

Alfonso Evans

CEO of The Real Jewelry Company

Alfonso Evans

CEO of The Real Jewelry Company

https://therealjewelrycompany.com/

Alfonso Evans is a driven and innovative business leader who brings a unique combination of military discipline and entrepreneurial spirit to his role as CEO and Creative Director of The Real Jewelry Company in Norfolk, VA. With a background that includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Roberts Wesleyan College and a Master's in Cybersecurity from Excelsior College, as well as 12 years of service in the United States Navy, Alfonso is well equipped to navigate the challenges of the business world.

As a "9-5" entrepreneur, Alfonso leverages his skills and expertise to balance his role at Siemens as a Building Automation Engineer with the successful management of The Real Jewelry Company. Through his hard work and collaboration with Black Brand, he has transformed the company into a thriving 6-figure business.

With a commitment to excellence and a passion for creativity, Alfonso is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the jewelry industry. He inspires those around him with his innovative ideas and unwavering determination, making him a valuable asset to any team.

Josephena Winfield

Chief Operating Officer Mental Health Director of Survivor Ventures

Josephena Winfield

Chief Operating Officer Mental Health Director of Survivor Ventures

https://www.survivorventures.org/

With over seven years of experiencing providing trauma-informed care, Josephena is a direct service-focused social worker with a strong commitment to serving the needs of disadvantaged populations, including at-risk youth and survivors of trafficking, domestic violence and sexual assault. Most recently, Josephena served as Program Manger for a group home, providing direct client care, assessments and skill building for consumers with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

An entrepreneur in her own right, Josephena is founder and CEO of Life in Color LLC, providing individualized consulting and training to companies, assisting them to achieve growth and success through consistent implementation of quality assurance plans.

Currently a supervisee in social work, Josephena holds a Master of Social Work from Walden University. In her free time, Josephena enjoys traveling, concerts and spending time with her family.

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