Black Friday Wealth Symposium 2026

BLACK FRIDAY CAN MEAN MORE

Black Friday does not have to be only about what leaves your account. It can also be a day to think about what you are creating with the money, knowledge and opportunities already available to you.

We are making room for honest, practical conversations about building financial stability, creating ownership and protecting what matters without judgment, confusing language or pressure to pretend you are further ahead.

WHAT ARE YOU BUILDING, NOT ONLY WHAT ARE YOU BUYING?

On November 27, let’s bring that conversation into one room.

BE IN THE ROOM

WEALTH WITHIN YOUR REACH

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

Being approved for a payment does not automatically mean that payment comfortably fits your life. Affording it means you can cover the cost while still leaving room for your bills, savings, emergencies and everyday needs.

MAKING VS. KEEPING

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

Earning more can create opportunity, but income alone does not build wealth. What matters is how much you can consistently keep, direct toward your goals and protect from unnecessary loss.

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

Some purchases continue costing you money. Assets may hold value, grow in value or help produce income. Knowing the difference can change how you decide what is worth owning.

THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU IF…

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I need a clearer picture of where my money is going.

I’M REBUILDING

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I’m improving my credit, reducing debt or building savings.

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

My income may be growing, but my financial margin is not.

I’M READY TO OWN

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

I’m preparing for homeownership, investing or business ownership.

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I own property, a business or other assets I want to preserve.

I’M BUILDING BEYOND MYSELF

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I want to make stronger decisions for my family and future generations.

FROM SAVED POSTS TO REAL NEXT STEPS

A SAVED POST CANNOT ANSWER YOUR FOLLOW-UP QUESTION.

Online tips can give you a starting point. The harder part is knowing what fits your income, goals, responsibilities and real life.

The Symposium brings professional perspectives, practical guidance and community into one room so you can ask better questions, make meaningful connections and get clearer about what to explore next.

THE EXPERIENCE MAY INCLUDE:

Expert-led conversations and professional perspectives
Practical financial information you can understand
Opportunities to ask stronger questions
Connections with attendees, vendors and community partners
Actionable ideas to help you identify your next step

You do not need more information sitting in your saved folder. You need help understanding what to do with it.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN PERSON

VOLUNTEER WITH THE BLACK FRIDAY WEALTH SYMPOSIUM

BE PART OF THE EXPERIENCE.

Help bring the Black Friday Wealth Symposium to life while gaining a front-row view of the conversations, resources, and connections happening throughout the day.

Support guests, speakers, vendors, and event operations while also being part of an environment focused on financial education, ownership, business, and generational wealth.

Friday, November 27, 2026
UIC Forum | Chicago

Become a volunteer

BE IN THE ROOM

Get a closer look at the conversations, resources, and experiences happening throughout the Symposium.

LEARN WHILE YOU SERVE

Gain exposure to financial education, business, ownership, and wealth-building conversations throughout the day.

BUILD CONNECTIONS

Meet attendees, speakers, vendors, professionals, and community partners while helping create a strong event experience.

DON’T JUST PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS. PUT IT IN THE ROOM.

Connect your business with professionals, entrepreneurs, families, homeowners and community members working toward stronger financial futures.

EARLY-BIRD VENDOR SPECIAL

SMALL BUSINESS CENTER VENDOR — $500
Showcase your business in our Small Business Center and connect with attendees throughout the event.

FULL VENDOR TABLE — $1,500
Create a larger brand presence with a full vendor table.

BONUS: The first 10 full-table vendors receive a complimentary 45-minute breakout session.

OFFER ENDS OCTOBER 13

RESERVE YOUR SPACE

Space is limited. Participation is subject to availability, event guidelines, scheduling, and organizer approval.

MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA
3× National Bestselling Author | Host of The Table | Financial Educator

BUILD DEBT-FREE WEALTH

Ross Mac

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Netflix Star · Yahoo Finance Contributor

Get your playbook

Early Walker

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Early Walker

Entrepreneur, Investor & Philanthropist

TALK MONEY & FAMILY

Sean Mac

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Early Walker

R&B Sing Along

Meet Sean Mac

Corey Phillips

Natasha Robinson

La Shawn K. Ford

Founder & CEO of Social Storm LLC

BUILD YOUR NEXT MOVE

La Shawn K. Ford

Natasha Robinson

La Shawn K. Ford

Illinois State Representative

About La Shawn Ford

Natasha Robinson

Founder | Building Dreams Foundation

Mortgage & Homeownership Expert

START YOUR HOMEOWNERSHIP PLAN

Ebony Lucas

Natasha Robinson

Board President | Real Estate & Estate Planning Attorney

GET ROOTED AND RICH

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Board Member | Leadership & Relationship Coach

EXPLORE DR. GLENN’S WORK

Cierra Thurman

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Developer | General Contractor | Realtor®

BUILD WITH CIERRA

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Chicago City Treasurer

EXPLORE MONEY & COMMUNITY

Anthony Simpkins

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

President & CEO | Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, Inc.

EXPLORE HOMEOWNERSHIP

A DIFFERENT KIND OF BLACK FRIDAY STARTS IN…

TODAY IS THE DAY.

BLACK FRIDAY CAN MEAN MORE

WHAT ARE YOU BUILDING, NOT ONLY WHAT ARE YOU BUYING?

WEALTH WITHIN YOUR REACH

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

MAKING VS. KEEPING

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

QUALIFYING VS. AFFORDING

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

OWNING THINGS VS. OWNING ASSETS

“I realized I could begin with what I already had.”

THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU IF…

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I’M REBUILDING

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

I WANT TO GET ORGANIZED

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

I’M READY TO OWN

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I WANT TO KEEP MORE

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I’M BUILDING BEYOND MYSELF

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

I HAVE SOMETHING TO PROTECT

FROM SAVED POSTS TO REAL NEXT STEPS

A SAVED POST CANNOT ANSWER YOUR FOLLOW-UP QUESTION.

You do not need it all figured out. Start where you are, learn what comes next and build from there.

SEE WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE BUILD

VOLUNTEER WITH THE BLACK FRIDAY WEALTH SYMPOSIUM

BE IN THE ROOM

LEARN WHILE YOU SERVE

BUILD CONNECTIONS

Put your brand in a room built for meaningful connections.

DON’T JUST PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS. PUT IT IN THE ROOM.

EARLY-BIRD VENDOR SPECIAL

BUSINESSES IN THE ROOM

MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Ross Mac

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Early Walker

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Early Walker

Sean Mac

Anthony O'Neal, EMBA

Early Walker

Corey Phillips

Natasha Robinson

La Shawn K. Ford

La Shawn K. Ford

Natasha Robinson

La Shawn K. Ford

Natasha Robinson

Natasha Robinson

Natasha Robinson

Ebony Lucas

Natasha Robinson

Natasha Robinson

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Cierra Thurman

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Dr. Jerome Glenn

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Melissa Conyears-Ervin