Black is Excellence
"Black is Luxury Black is Power Black is Bxcellence"
MKOSinger-SongwriterBrilliance and Resilience
“As an expat working and living in the Middle East for 6 years, my world view regarding the brilliance and resilience of Black people across the globe has been eye-opening. I am enamored at the progressive upward mobility from people from the continent as well as the African diaspora. The Awards Gala will be a testament to our excellence.”
Heath BaileyCo-founder, Master Educator GroupBlack Excellence
"Black excellence is evident in nearly every facet of life in the United Arab Emirates. The Black Excellence Gala and Awards will celebrate the indelible mark that Black people have been making on all sectors of society. Looking forward to a spectacular event." #WeareBlackexcellence.
Leisa Grace WilsonEditorial Director, Teach Middle East MagazineCulture Shifting
"The Black Excellence Gala and Awards are much needed to recognise the continuous achievements of the Black diaspora in the Middle East. With the diaspora continuing to grow in the UAE and beyond I think it’s important to celebrate the individuals and companies that’s committed to breaking stereotypes and expanding their scope of influence on the world. I’m looking forward to being apart of this amazing event and seeing our people get the recognition we deserve."
Albert M. CarterCulture Shifter, AudioSwimLong Overdue
"The Black Excellence Gala and Awards represents an idea that is long overdue. The event proves what many of us in disparate fields in the UAE, and the Middle East, at large have always known that there are many people colour in this region at the pinnacle of the industry and the creative arts that are worthy of recognition."
Garfield KerrCEO, Mokha 1450Magical Existence
"Being a black woman is an absolute magical existence that I will never take for granted."
Modupe OmonzeManaging Partner, Runway DubaiBLACK EXCELLENCE IS US
Black Excellence is resilience Black Excellence is strength Black Excellence is vulnerability Black Excellence is passion Blacl Excellence is community Black Excellence is culture BLACK EXCELLENCE IS US.
Omar TomFounder and Managing Partner, Dukkan Media