Black Event & Experiential Marketers
A vetted open resource to support and encourage diverse partnerships and vendor procurement
Too often we found that these businesses and professionals were not being seen or found – or that was the excuse being given by the stark lack of diversity shown within many brand and agency spaces.
Our Goal
Intentionality
Make impactful change by turning commitments into opportunities and revenue goals into success.
Collaborate
Work together to ensure that those on this list receive every opportunity to grow and network with the best minds in the business.
Transparency
Work with companies on defining and publishing (Internal+External) a plan to achieve 40% minority status by 2025.
Network
Utilizing our communities, amplify the message to grow and make the list a reliable resource for the industry.
Challenge
Encourage clients and partners to intentionally weave in the pledge to increase diversity in vendors and supplier networks into budget allocations.
Converse
Provide active discussion and listening across lines. We continue the conversation as to why diversity matters and how progress can make the industry better.
Diversifying the supplier chain
Requirements
You must be located and operating within the United States and have worked on events or activations for a publicly traded company, Fortune 1000, Non-Profit.
BLACK-OWNED: Partnered in the live event and experiential industry.
FREEELANCERS: Within the live events and experiential industry.
CREATIVES: Strategy and design in the live events and experiential industry.
EVENT & TRADE: Lighting, fabrication, AV tech, and set design/decor.
The BEEM List
Event Tech
Provides unique technology and solutions.
A/V Back of House
Technical and logistical aspects of audio visual production, including equipment setup, operation, and maintenance behind the scenes.
Graphic Design
Visual and experiential design elements such as logos, signage, and promotional materials to enhance the aesthetic and communication of an event.
Event Planing
Super star coordinators and managers of an event, including logistics, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
Photography & Videography
Photography & Videography: Capture event, including portraits, candid shots, and video footage for documentation and promotional purposes.
Staffing
Coordinates and manages the personnel needed for an event, including brand ambassadors, volunteers, security, and other support staff.
Fabrication
Construction and assembly of custom elements such as props, sets, and decor to enhance the visual appeal of an event.
Food & Beverage
Caterers, food trucks and delicious fun and unique treats and beverages.
Floral & Event Design
Floral arrangements, decor, and overall aesthetic design to enhance the ambiance and visual appeal of the event.
Updated list coming soon in 2024
Let’s talk and extend more seats at the table.