Summit Schedule
8:30 AM
WELCOME BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION
Please check in and then head to The Cafe for breakfast. Eat and B.E. merry as you listen to the vibes of DJ Ikonik One
Location: Ballroom
9:30 AM
OPENING CEREMONY - (In-Person & Virtual)
Join the founders as we set intentions, ground in movement, and prepare for a full day of wellness, culture, and community.
Location: Ballroom
10:00 AM
**HOLISTIC WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Recovery Revolution: Leaning Into Radical Self-Preservation: A powerful panel discussion exploring how rest, boundary setting, and self-preservation can fuel wellness and impact across the many roles we carry.
Presenters: Melanie Logan (moderator), Cerene Prince, Ty G. Hopkins, Kevin Snulligan, and Queen Fierce
Location: Ballroom (in-personal & virtual)
**MENTAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Ancestral Healing: Honoring Our Roots & Sacred Rest: a restorative sound bath and guided meditation experience centered on reclaiming rest as a tool for wellness and impact.
Led By Jessica Bonds
Location: Artist Studio (in-personal only)
**COMMUNITY WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Unmasking the Noise: Finding Your True Voice Through Creative Reflection: a hands-on creative arts workshop that includes community art, storytelling prompts, and open dialogue to explore how creative practices can build stronger, more connected communities.
Led by Gerina Jade Davis
Location: The Stoop (in-personal only)
11:00 AM
**RELATIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Relationship Goals IRL: Building Intentional Relationships That Heal & Empower: This bold and honest fireside chat delves into the realities of modern connection, from love languages and emotional safety to sexual wellness and personal boundaries.
Presenters: The Coochie Coach and Thinkwhys
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
**PHYSICAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Power of Pause: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Impact: a guided yoga and meditative experience designed to help you integrate simple yet transformative mindfulness practices into your everyday routine— from guided breath work to gentle movement.
Led by Dr. Mason Mason, Founder of Noir Yoga
Location: Artist Studio (in-person only)
**SPIRITUAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Power of Black Voice: The Art of Owning Our Narrative: This spiritually-guided workshop explores the power of Black voice—how our stories are our superpower. This is where art meets spirit, and where your voice becomes your vehicle for impact.
Led by Jeffrey Brown
Location: The Stoop (in-person only)
12:00 PM
**NUTRITIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Food as Fuel for Impact: Eating for Energy & Longevity: Transformation coach and wellness educator, Alton Weekes, brings his Cellful Juice Lab to the B.E. Well experience. In this interactive, nutritional demo, participants learn about the benefits of juicing, witness a live cold-press demo, and create personalized juice blends.
Led by Alton Weekes founder of Cellful
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
**PHYSICAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Power of Culturally Competent Health Education for All: Knowledge is power—and when it comes to our health, it’s also prevention, protection, and longevity. This session dives into the role of health education in addressing disparities and equipping Black communities with the tools needed to make informed choices.
Presenters: Jessica Rosa and Christopher Williams
Location: Artist Studio (in-person only)
**PROFESSIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Wellness at Work: Creating Cultures That Support Black Professional Well-being: Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or navigating life as an independent contractor, wellness in the workplace should never be optional. This fireside chat brings together leading HR experts and talent professionals to discuss what it really means to create and advocate for environments where Black professionals feel seen, supported, and safe.
Led by Adrienne Lucas and Pabel Martinez | Curated by Transform the Hustle
Location: The Stoop (in-person only)
**LUNCH IS SERVED** (1p -3p)
Please grab lunch from the cafe when you are ready. The Ballroom will be available for those who would like to eat lunch and listen to the tunes of DJ Ikonik One.
Location: Cafe (in-person only)
1:00 PM
**SPIRITUAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Healing Circle: Release, Restore, Reconnect: a deeply restorative session, guided through intentional breath work, somatic exercises, and journaling to release stored tension and reconnect with your inner self.
Led by Tasha LaDonna
Location: Artist Studio (in-person only)
**COMMUNITY WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Power of Us: Building Collective Impact Through Wellness & Advocacy: Wellness isn’t just personal—it’s transformative. In this dynamic discussion, changemakers and advocates unpack how collective care and community-driven wellness are the keys to building generational impact.
Presenters: Tahyira Savanna (moderator), Mayor Nyakya Brown, and Darnell Taylor
Location: The Stoop (in-person only)
**PHYSICAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION** (1p-3p)
The Pause Point: Restorative Ear Acupuncture + Energy Release Education: A chair acupuncture experience with Kidada Fields Founder of Fields of Ki
Location: The Nook (in-person only)
2:00 PM
**FINANCIAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Power of Capital: From Idea to Execution, Presented by JP Morgan Chase: This workshop walks attendees through the Coaching for Impact program—an initiative designed to help entrepreneurs understand key financial fundamentals, from types of capital and credit options to the data needed for funding and growth.
Led Andrea Giraldo, VP—Sr Business Banking Consultant
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
**RELATIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Unveiling Sacred Relationships: A relationship workshop and reflective discussion using guided journaling, intro to sound healing, and embodied movement (Qi Gong & light African dance).
Led by Tanasia & James Poke
Location: Artist Studio (in-person only)
**PHYSICAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION** (1p-3p)
The Pause Point: Restorative Ear Acupuncture + Energy Release Education: A chair acupuncture experience with Kidada Fields Founder of Fields of Ki
Location: The Nook (in-person only)
3:00 PM
**MENTAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Black Joy Impact: Reclaiming Happiness & Balance in a Shifting Culture: This dynamic panel features Black mental health professionals unpacking the real impact of #BlackJoy—not just as a feeling, but as a powerful mindset and strategy for healing. Learn how tapping into a healthy mindset, rest, and boundary setting is the ultimately Black Joy that can fuel generational change.
Presenters: Marlon Rice (moderator), Keenan Shoulders, Jean Messeroux, Ronda Collins, and Daisha Nesbitt.
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
**PHYSICAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Movement as Medicine: A Vinyasa Flow for Longevity, Energy & Impact: Movement is more than fitness—it’s a tool for healing, alignment, and legacy-building. In this guided vinyasa flow, you will be guided through intentional movement while weaving in reflections on how physical wellness impacts how we show up in our lives, our communities, and our future.
Led by Lisa Robertson, Founder of I Am Yogi
Location: Artist Studio (in-person only)
**FINANCIAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Mindful Money: Strategies to Reduce Financial Stress and Build Lasting Wealth: Money is energy—and how we manage it determines what we build. This financial workshop unpacks the psychology behind our money moves, challenges generational money beliefs, and crafts a mindful plan for saving, spending, and investing.
Led by Samiyrah Bennett
Location: The Stoop (in-person only)
**PROFESSIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Career Impact Blueprint: Building a Purpose-Driven Career: Success shouldn’t cost you your peace. This professional wellness session will help you map out a career path that’s both purpose-driven and wellness-centered. Through intimate dialogue and a hands-on impact blueprint activity, you’ll walk away with a plan to grow in your career without burning out in the process.
Led by Alexandra Bernard, Founder of Think Like a Boss
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
4:00 PM
**NUTRITIONAL WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
The Wellness Table: Holistic Nutrition Transforms Community Health: Welcome to The Wellness Table—where food is nourishment, memory, and medicine. In this session, holistic nutritionists and wellness advocates break down how plant-based healing, ancestral food traditions, and intentional eating can transform not just your plate, but your community.
Presenters: Jacques Laventure (moderator), Dawn Kelly, Jade Duncan, and Lauren Wells
Location: The Stoop (in-person & virtual)
5:00 PM
CLOSING CEREMONY & AFTER PARTY
The Uplift: A Creative Celebration: Join us for a final word of gratitude from our Founders, then stick around for B.E. Well’s official after party—a live artist showcase featuring powerful live performances. Close out the day in celebration, connection, and joy.
*Artist showcase curated by Live Mondays | sounds by DJ Ikonik One.
Location: Ballroom (in-person & virtual)
ALL DAY
**HOLISTIC WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Wellness Vendor Market
A curated, shopping experience featuring Black-owned vendors that touch on all 8 of our pillars. This year we’re featuring: Axial Release and Massage Energy Works, I Love You More Seamoss, GldnHaus Candles, Kyusu by Kiki Inc, Sibahle Teas, Slam Duncan Wellness, The Harlem Apothecary, The Sensual Society, and Think Like a Boss.
Location: throughout venue
**COMMUNITY WELLNESS ACTIVATION**
Art as Liberation and Impact: An immersive art experience curated by C.A.N.V.A.S Gallery, featuring powerful pieces by local artists whose voices are bold, powerful, and unapologetic.
Location: throughout venue