African Immigrant Professional Development Conference

10/13/2026

Meet panelist Karen Fomafung 🎉

Career success and financial security aren’t always the same thing—and Karen knows that journey firsthand.

Drawing on her experience as an immigrant professional, coach, and entrepreneur, Karen will share practical insights on shifting our money mindset, making our income work for us, and building a stronger financial future.

Her reminder: Financial progress needs a plan, not a scramble.

✨ Come learn, connect, and grow with us.

**Register today at AIPDC.org and secure your spot!**

Join us on Friday, October 16, 2026, at North Hennepin Community College for a transformative experience designed to empower, connect, and celebrate African immigrant professionals. Our...

10/13/2026

Thank you, Mshale, for highlighting the 9th Annual African Immigrant Professional Development Conference (AIPDC)!

We're excited to bring professionals, community leaders, and emerging talent together this Friday, October 16, for a day of learning, networking, and meaningful connections.

There's still time to register for this **FREE event!**

Read the article: https://mshale.com/2026/10/10/african-immigrant-professionals-to-gather-in-brooklyn-park-for-career-advancement-conference/

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — African immigrant professionals looking to advance their careers, expand their networks or move into leadership positions will gather

10/12/2026

Your next opportunity could start with one connection! ✨

Join us this Friday, October 16, for ! A day of learning, networking, and new possibilities.

📍 North Hennepin Community College
🎟️ FREE to attend!

Haven’t registered yet? 👉 www.aipdc.org

See you Friday! 🎉

10/12/2026

Meet panelist Jamesetta Diggs!

Sometimes, career growth begins when we step outside our comfort zones and connect with people beyond our usual circles.

With more than 20 years of experience in education, professional development, and training, Jamesetta brings valuable lessons from her journey as an immigrant, mother, and community leader.

Her message? Building authentic relationships takes time, but those connections can open doors we never imagined.

Jamesetta will share insights on social bridging—how self-awareness, intentional networking, and meaningful relationships can help us reach new heights in our careers.

Come learn, connect, and grow with us!

Join us October 16 at North Hennepin Community College. Registration is FREE at AIPDC.org!

Join us on Friday, October 16, 2026, at North Hennepin Community College for a transformative experience designed to empower, connect, and celebrate African immigrant professionals. Our...

10/04/2026

Meet panelist Harriet Kerubo!

Harriet brings a powerful reminder: opportunities aren’t always found—sometimes we have to create them.

Drawing from her journey as an immigrant, community leader, and organizational development strategist, Harriet will share how lived experience can become expertise—and how we can use that expertise to create opportunities, build influence, and make an impact in our communities.

Come learn, connect, and grow with us.

Register today at AIPDC.org and secure your spot!

09/29/2026

📣 AIPDC 2026 is almost here!

Join us on Friday, October 16 for the 9th Annual African Immigrant Professional Development Conference—a day of connection, learning, and career growth.

📍 North Hennepin Community College
⏰ Registration begins at 9:15 AM
🔗 Register today at AIPDC.org

Connect. Create. Innovate.

10/16/2025

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

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edacts-small-business-open-house-networking-exhibition-tickets-1677172962479?aff=ebdsoporgprofile