BE Mogul is a new publication celebrating the contribution of black British business owners. On 4 February 2016 NatWest hosted the official launch ceremony in London where over 75 of the most innovative and successful black business owners featured in the BE Mogul publication were in attendance along with other VIP guests.
Mavis Amankwah, business owner of Rich Visions and founder of BE Mogul
The exclusive event highlighted and showcased the movers-and-shakers in the black British business industry from technology to law firms. In addition to profiling successful nominees, the publication highlights the contribution entrepreneurs of African and African-Caribbean descent are making to the UK economy.
Mavis Amankwah, business owner of Rich Visions and founder of BE Mogul said: “BE Mogul provides a platform for positive business role models, who may or may not have been recognised in the mainstream media, to inspire and encourage others. We want to shout loud and proud about the positive economic contribution black-owned businesses are making in Britain today.”
Host Action Jackson
Daniel Thompson, Enterprise Director for NatWest, said: “Entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of the UK economy and NatWest is delighted to have the opportunity to highlight and celebrate the important contributions made by the black business industry.
Story Teller / Presenter Alim Ignites
“For the first time ever, there are over 5 million businesses in the UK. Our research has shown that nearly half of Britons would love to be self employed, but are held back by the belief that there isn’t enough support in their local area in terms of advice, knowledge and funding.
“As by far the biggest supporter of SMEs in the UK, NatWest is committed to identifying ways to help and support entrepreneurs. Working with BE Mogul will give us the opportunity to highlight the hard work and innovation demonstrated by these entrepreneurs while providing inspiration for budding entrepreneurs both in the black community and across the UK.”
Official messages of support for the publication also came from 10 Downing Street and Greater London Authority (GLA). The publication was not only a triumph for Black businesses in general but also women as it recognises the increase of Black women starting and growing their own businesses in Britain today.
Other highlights in the publication include a Business Celebrity section that features and salutes CEO of the MOBOs, Kanya King MBE and entrepreneur Levi Roots (Keith Graham) as well a one to watch for 2016, second runner up of the 2014 BBC’s Apprentice Bianca Miller.
Mavis Amankwah, business owner of Rich Visions and founder of BE Mogul
Second runner up of the 2014 BBC’s Apprentice Bianca Miller.
