S4 Capital’s Monks Celebrates Black History Month with Masterclass Series Championing Black Entrepreneurship

In celebration of Black History Month, Monks, the global, purely digital, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc., is partnering with Black British Initiative (BBI) to host a special masterclass series titled "Championing Black Entrepreneurship: Partnering with MBA 30." An event taking place today at Monks’ London office on strategy will kick off the series focused on empowering 30 aspiring Black entrepreneurs by offering key insights into building successful businesses. There will be masterclasses on creative direction, business development and PR in the coming weeks.

"Events like this help bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity by providing Black business leaders with the tools and guidance needed to succeed in today’s market. With MBA 30, we are demonstrating a commitment to fostering diversity, not just in conversation but in actionable support for Black entrepreneurship. This event perfectly complements MBA 30 and is a critical step in creating a more inclusive and equitable business landscape,” said Darren Miller CEO and founder of Black British Initiative.

As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, the team is offering growing entrepreneurs  the opportunity to go through masterclass MBA 30, designed to equip participants with essential tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. The event series will feature leaders from across Monks such as strategy director Naana Orleans-Amissah, Graham Jenks group creative director and creative director Thomas Genower who will share their experiences and best practices in areas such as:

• Developing compelling business visions and missions
• Conducting effective market research and competitor analysis
• Application of technology, enabling smaller businesses to complete
• Crafting successful business plans
• Building and managing high-performance teams
• Navigating entrepreneurial challenges and pivoting strategies

“At Monks, we believe in the power of diverse voices to shape the future of business,” said Melissa Nalubwama-Mukasa, media strategy and operations manager for Monks. “This masterclass is an opportunity to provide Black entrepreneurs with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed, while also celebrating the invaluable contributions of the Black community to the business world.”

In addition to the live sessions, Monks and BBI will promote key takeaways and insights from the masterclass through its social media channels, amplifying the voices of participating experts and ensuring that the lessons shared reach a broader audience.