DRABPE - Durham Region Association of Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs

DRABPE

Durham Region Association of Black Professionals & Entrepreneurs

Empowering Black excellence through innovation, connection, and community.

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Mission & Philosophy

Our Mission

We connect and empower Durham's black community, professionals, and entrepreneurs.

Our Impact

DRABPE's initiatives have evolved to meet the community's growing demands, significantly impacting individuals and businesses by providing crucial support and resources.

This includes the STEMM program, which has positively impacted over 75+ Black youth since its inception.

The Durham Region Association of Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs (DRABPE) is a community-driven, not-for-profit organization founded in 2017 to strengthen the social and economic well-being of Durham Region's Black community.

Business Growth Resources for supporting enterprises

Networking Connect with decision-makers

Innovation Fostering fresh ideas

Community Impact Empowering local initiatives

Community

Workshop

Networking

Partnership & Community Connections

DRABPE collaborates with local businesses, educational institutions, and other organizations to amplify our impact.

Local Businesses

Collaborative partnerships with Durham Region enterprises.

Educational Inst.

Working with schools and colleges to develop talent.

Community Orgs

Strengthening social fabric through joint initiatives.

Volunteer Network

Industry professionals and mentors supporting the STEMM program.

Our History

From our inception in 2017 to our current impact, explore the key milestones that have defined our journey.

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Welcome to the Team

Board members and advisors.

Dane Lawrence

President

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Susan Blake

Vice President

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Tennille Spencer

Director

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Vincent Amos

Treasurer

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Phil Johnson

Director

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Jamelia Allen

Director

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Steven King

Director

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Paul Gitttens

Director

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Silvan Murray

Silvan Murray

Advisor

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Meet Our Internal Team

The dedicated professionals who support the day-to-day operations, programs, finances, technology, and member services that drive DRABPE’s mission.

Katrina Johnson

Program Manager

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Nikkel Carrera

Accountant

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Danielle Scott

Administrative Coordinator

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Raymond Murray

Program Manager

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Christian Powlette

IT & Web Designer

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DRABPE

Durham Region Association of Black Professionals & Entrepreneurs

A community-driven, not-for-profit organization founded in 2017 to strengthen the social and economic well-being of Durham Region's Black community.

Business Growth

Networking

Innovation

Community Impact

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