African Immigrant Professional Development Conference

Tomorrow, join EDACT and Stearns Bank for a free Small Business Open House & Networking Exhibition
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM,
📍 Brooklyn Park Small Business Center
✅ One-on-one consultations with Stearns Bank
✅ Networking with entrepreneurs, banks, and community partners
Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to save your spot! Let’s come together for an evening of Connections, Capital Access, and Growth

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CICA is hosting the African Immigrant Professional Development Conference on Friday, September 26 at North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, MN.

This year’s theme “Adopting & Leading in the Changing Labor Market” will bring together professionals, community leaders, and changemakers to explore how African immigrants can thrive and lead in today’s evolving workforce.

📅 Date: Friday, September 26
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Check-in: 8:30–9:00 AM)
📍 Location: North Hennepin Community College, Brooklyn Park, MN

Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, gain valuable insights, or be inspired by leaders in our community, this is a gathering you don’t want to miss.

👉 Register and learn more here: www.aipdc.org

Let’s come together to connect, learn, and lead the future of work! ✨

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Inspiring moments at the 7th Annual African Immigrant Professional Development Conference! Tom Gitaa, Mshale's founder and publisher, delivered a powerful keynote, highlighting the significant economic contributions of African immigrants to Minnesota. Gitaa shared insights on leveraging community resources like Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) for business growth. The conference continues to empower African professionals with tools to navigate workplace culture and career development challenges. Kudos to all the panelists and organizers for a transformative event!

Check out more here:(https://mshale.com/2024/09/27/mshale-founder-and-publisher-delivers-keynote-at-african-career-development-conference/)

Mshale founder and publisher delivers keynote at African career development conference - Mshale Mshale founder and publisher Tom Gitaa was the keynote speaker at the 7th Annual African Immigrants Professional Conference held Saturday at North Henepin Community College in Brooklyn Park.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 7th Annual African Immigrant Professional Development Conference. It was an amazing gathering filled with insightful discussions, powerful networking, and inspiring stories on how we can continue to harness the power of community to uplift and advance our careers. Special thanks to our keynote speaker, panelists, and all our supporters who made this event a success.

Check out some of the highlights from the day in the photos below!