At BLACK RISE, we believe growth happens when we create together. That’s why we’ve launched The Black Rise Creation Hub, a new space built to empower you to share insights, build resources, and collaborate with us on opportunities that drive collective success. It’s completely free and accessible now, designed for the builders, thinkers, and visionaries shaping the future of Black excellence. Read on
BLACK RISE
Software Development
London, England 5,424 followers
A social business platform connecting Black professionals and business entrepreneurs with the global marketplace.
About us
Black Rise is the award-winning global social business infrastructure connecting Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and organisations to opportunity. We bring together the entire Black ecosystem: communities, businesses, investors, and talent onto one platform designed for collaboration and collective progress. Black Rise isn’t another community; it’s the ecosystem that connects them all. Featured in the Financial Times, our mission is to foster growth, collaboration, and economic equity through tailored business solutions and talent insights www.theblackrise.com
- Industry
- Software Development
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2023
- Specialties
- technology, training, event, and investment tools
Locations
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Primary
40 Martell Road
London, England SE21 8, GB
Employees at BLACK RISE
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Flavilla Fongang
Flavilla Fongang is an Influencer CEO of Black Rise. International Keynote Speaker. 4x Founder with Branding & Marketing Psychology Expertise. UN Brand Partner
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Charlene Gravesande
Founder & CEO at INK MEDIA LTD| Keynote Speaker| Board Trustee at Football Journeys| BAFTA Abu Dhabi GP 2021| SJA Award 2020| Football Black List…
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Ollie Webb
Student at Loughborough University
Updates
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Aday E. Adetosoye, PhD, MPH is the Founder & CEO of 1099 Impact Street and a former U.S. Diplomat with over 25 years of executive leadership across 40+ countries. She specialises in building human-centred systems that dismantle toxic cultures, elevate leadership, and drive sustainable performance. Having secured over $650M in mission-aligned funding and led global health initiatives, Aday is recognised for blending strategic clarity with emotional intelligence, helping leaders and institutions move from burnout to brilliance while keeping purpose at the centre. #BlackLeaders #InclusiveLeadership #BlackExcellence #BlackRise
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Congratulations to another Black Rise member, Ayo Gabriel, CFA for being awarded the Rising Star Winner in the financial services category at the The Black British Business Awards. Ayo is the Vice President at J.P. Morgan. What an incredible speech. Please repost and inspire the next generation to think big like he does. There is no ceiling!
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Congratulations to our Black Rise founding member, Shauna R., for being awarded the Financial Services Senior Leader of the Year at The Black British Business Awards! Shauna Roper is an incredible leader and the Chief of Staff, Global Procurement at HSBC
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Tired of being the only Black professional in the room? You’re not alone; there are over 140 million Black professionals worldwide. Yet our stories, skills, and opportunities are often disconnected. That’s why we built BLACK RISE, a new social platform designed to connect Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and creators to mentors, communities, and opportunities across the globe. Already 1,900+ people have joined the beta. From CEOs to students, all building something bigger, together. 🌍 Join the Rise and repost this so you can influence this movement Connect. Build. Thrive. 👉 https://lnkd.in/erkAiHa9
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How did Lesley Sackey break barriers to become the first woman to win European gold for Team GB and pioneer a social impact movement using boxing for healing and empowerment? Her story isn’t luck, it’s resilience. By challenging stereotypes and transforming boxing into a tool for confidence and recovery, Lesley redefined what’s possible, both in and beyond the ring. Learn the mindset, adaptability, and courage that turn purpose into impact. 👉🏾 Click here to join the beta version of Black Rise and complete your profile so we can match you to opportunities when the new platform goes live => https://lnkd.in/erkAiHa9 👉🏾 Join the free mini training and start unlocking your next level: https://zurl.co/gxbpS
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Meet our founder live on LinkedIn News UK for a conversation on building the black economy globally!
💬 How do communities drive business success? This Black History Month, join us live on 22 October at 12pm with Flavilla Fongang (BLACK RISE) and Dr. Raphael Sofoluke (UK Black Business Week | UK Black Business Show), hosted by our Community Manager Esther Akinola. We’ll explore how community fuels belonging, innovation and growth. 🔗 Click Attend to join the conversation.
Building together: How communities drive business success
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Building a powerful network starts with your character. Are you bringing positivity and value to every encounter? Let's reframe networking from taking to giving. Whether you're aiming to be insightful or simply enjoyable to be around, these traits attract meaningful connections. Join my free mini training to learn more! #BlackRise #BlackEmpowerment #BlackProfessionals #BlackEntrepreneurs #BlackTalent
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Jame Geathers, SHRM-CP is an HR consultant, strategist, and founder committed to helping small businesses build compliant, sustainable, and people-centred workplaces. Through Synergetic Business Services, she simplifies complex HR processes and empowers entrepreneurs to prioritise employee success. She also founded BIPOC Mentors, a platform supporting underrepresented professionals through equity-driven mentorship. With 15+ years of HR leadership, Jame continues to shape workplaces where values and business outcomes thrive together. #BlackLeaders #BlackExcellence #HRLeadership #BlackRise
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Unlock your networking potential! Don't let the 3 hidden mindset blockers hold you back from creating a powerful network that opens doors. Discover how strategy, not extroversion, is key. Join my free mini training to learn more! #BlackRise #BlackEmpowerment #BlackProfessionals #BlackEntrepreneurs #BlackTalent