About Us
Fostering Equity, Empowering Innovators, and Building Lasting Impact
Our Vision
To be a leading catalyst for Black innovation and excellence, creating a thriving community where Black individuals and organizations have the support, resources, and opportunities needed to achieve their full potential. Through collective investment and collaboration, we envision a future where Black-led initiatives drive meaningful economic and social impact, fostering sustainable wealth within the community for generations to come.
Our Mission
LBIH is committed to fostering an inclusive ecosystem that empowers Black innovators, businesses, and organizations in the Waterloo Region and beyond. Through access to resources, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and equitable funding opportunities, we support the long-term success and sustainability of Black-led initiatives. By promoting community wealth building, we encourage investment in the community by the community, ensuring shared prosperity and economic resilience.
What We Do
LBIH over the year has been dedicated to advancing equity, fostering innovation, and providing long-term support for Black entrepreneurs, professionals, and changemakers in Canada. We focus on expanding opportunities beyond entrepreneurship to support innovation in business, social impact, technology, and leadership.
LBIH is more than a business hub—we are a movement that empowers Black leaders and innovators to thrive, create lasting impact, and build sustainable wealth for the community.
Our Impact
- Providing AI-driven business solutions for small-to-medium-sized Black-owned enterprises.
- Bridging funding gaps and increasing access to capital for Black-led initiatives.
- Strengthening networks and mentorship for Black professionals and entrepreneurs.
- Expanding innovation opportunities through global and academic partnerships.
Our Core Initiatives
- Global & Academic Collaborations
- Business & Social Innovation Support
- Capital & Funding Access
- Collaborative Ecosystem & Networking
- Technology & AI Integration for Black-Owned SMBs
“The LBIH program has been eye-opening. It expanded my focus beyond technical work to strategy, marketing, and networking. The discovery session clarified my offerings, while the pitch session helped crystallize my business at its core.”
Dr Ifeoma Abajue
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Owner, IA Aesthetic Group Inc