About Us

About The Black BUildup

Discover our mission, vision, impact, and leadship

Our Story

Founded to address systemic barriers for Black entrepreneurs in BC, Black Buildup has grown into a trusted leader with deep partnerships and a strong provincial footprint. We’ve supported thousands of entrepreneurs, co-delivered major summits and exhibits like the ACBC Summits and BWBN Women’s Business Exhibits, and facilitated workshops for partners from the SBCCI to the FACE Coalition. Our work has mobilized a new generation of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, and ecosystem builders. Our Leadership.

Our Mission

To empower Black-led and Black-serving organizations in British Columbia through comprehensive training, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem development—driving inclusive business growth, job creation, and social change.

Our Vision

A vibrant, self-sustaining Black entrepreneurship ecosystem in BC and Western Canada: innovative, interconnected, and community-driven, where every Black business has access to capital, markets, and support.

Our Achievements & Credibility

These number tell the story of our commitment to creating meaningful change and empowering communities.

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Partnerships Established
Universities, corporations. nonprofits

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Provinces Served
Coast to coast impact

Our Journey

2020 Foundation

2020 Foundation

Organization founded with a vision to empower youth across Canada

2022 - Foundation

2022 - Foundation

Launched programs in 15 cities and established key partnerships

2024 Recognition

2024 Recognition

Achieved 350% growth and received national awards for impact

Partners & Collaborators

Collaboration drives our impact across Canada through strategic partnerships with leading universities, corporations, and nonprofits.

Universities

Academic partnerships for research and development

Financial Institutions

Private sector collaboration and fund support

Nonprofits

Community organizations working toward shared goals

Government

Public sector programs and policy initiatives

BMO Canada
WeBC
WAGE
FACE
Canadian Heritage

Franklin Bouguep

Executive Director

He has extensive experience in business development, strategic management, operations and supply chain management and has led teams of over 300 employees. Franklin has held leadership positions across industries in the United States, Europe and Africa for the past 20 years and is an agile communicator who is fluent in English, French and conversational Portuguese.

Daisy Gobina

Director Programs

She is the Co-Founder of BizSkills Academy Inc., a virtual environment designed to build the entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs who will create the future of work and a billion jobs in emerging markets. With a background in operational excellence as a former Supply Chain Lead at Antares Diamonds, Daisy skillfully transitioned her career to focus exclusively on businesses with social impact and sustainability. Today, she actively manages programs focused on upskilling and reskilling young people for the jobs of tomorrow. Daisy also shares her deep expertise as a Venture Coach for prestigious programs, including the Toronto DMZ, Liff Off Caribbean, and the Waterloo Program.

Anointing Momoh

Director Monitoring and Evaluation

He has extensive experience in business development, strategic management, operations and supply chain management and has led teams of over 300 employees. Franklin has held leadership positions across industries in the United States, Europe and Africa for the past 20 years and is an agile communicator who is fluent in English, French and conversational Portuguese.