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BOBC 2025
Gala
Join us for our annual Black Out Gala as we celebrate and amplify black business owners in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC.
Our annual Gala highlights and celebrates the achievements of our network members and local entrepreneurs. Featuring an evening of awards, guest speakers, dinner, drinks, entertainment and more! Join us for this Juneteenth Celebration and Grand Networking Extravaganza!
JUNE 13th, 2025
6:30PM-10PM
The Cortland Mansion, Hagerstown MD
SPONSOR
By becoming a sponsor of the BOBC Annual 'Black Out' Gala, your company will receive prominent recognition and exposure before, during, and after the event. Your brand will be showcased to a diverse audience of business leaders, community members, and stakeholders, offering valuable networking opportunities and brand visibility.
We offer various sponsorship packages tailored to suit your company's needs and marketing objectives. Whether you're looking to increase brand awareness, demonstrate your commitment to diversity and inclusion, or showcase your products/services to a targeted audience, we have sponsorship options that will align with your goals.
2024 BLACK ONYX
TITLE SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
DRIVE SUCCESS WITH YOUR PERSONAL AND BUSINESS FINANCES WITH
FIRST UNITED BANK & TRUST
​Your business ambition is a part of who you are. It fuels your passion and your success. We’re here to help you take that ambition—along with your vision—and see how far you can go. It fuels our passion for what we do, like developing total relationships, solving problems, helping businesses succeed, and building a stronger community.
2024-2025
FINANCIAL SUCCESS BOOTCAMP
Get the tools and knowledge you need to grow your business and personal finances! Learn more about essential tax knowledge, insight into getting funding for your business, and more!
2024 BOBC GALA SPONSORS
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Steve Swayne-State Farm
Yoga Studio 214
A Special Thank You To Our Gala Photographer and Videographer.
2024-2025
FINANCIAL SUCCESS BOOTCAMP
HOSTED BY
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SESSION 1
DARRICK BOWENS OF COLBERT/BALL TAX SERVICES
Financial Success Bootcamp:
Session One with Darrick Bowens
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Get ahead this tax season with expert guidance from Darrick Bowens, a seasoned tax professional and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience. As an award-winning franchise owner of Colbert/Ball Tax Services, Darrick is dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses with the knowledge needed for financial success.
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WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
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Business & Personal Financial Tips: Learn strategies to streamline your finances and prepare for tax season effectively.
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Expert Insights: Equip yourself with actionable advice to make tax preparation smoother for you and your business.
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Tailored Solutions: Discover tools to optimize your financial future, whether you’re an individual, small business owner, or public service worker.
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WHY ATTEND
This session is designed to help you take control of your financial health. Whether it’s personal tax planning, bookkeeping, or business financing, you’ll leave with valuable tips to make tax season a breeze.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Gain exclusive insights from a trusted tax professional and set yourself up for success.