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A night dedicated to networking, collaboration, and inspiration; Welcome to the Legacy Builder Event
BY SIMONE J. SMITH
You get to shop and support local businesses from a vibrant BIPOC vendor community. As a VIP guest, you get a chance to experience an exclusive tasting experience from Milha & Co. Learn powerful strategies to “Kickstart Your Legacy” from McKie Rich, an industry expert and visionary. You have a chance to win incredible prizes throughout the night, and the music is curated just right by DJ Pogi and other guest DJs, who will keep the energy high as you dance the night away.
The Legacy Cave Team representing Oldowan Co. is proud to announce their 11th anniversary celebration at the Legacy Builder Event, a night dedicated to networking, collaboration, and inspiration.
Hosted at the Center for Social Innovation (192 Spadina Ave, Toronto), the community is invited to join them as they bring together: young community leaders, creatives, and professionals for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of legacy building. It just so happens that this milestone event coincides with Founder Carol Douse’s birthday, which means that guests have an opportunity to celebrate her life, as well as indulge in a night of unforgettable networking opportunities.
Oldowan Co. has spent the last 11 years empowering BIPOC communities and fostering creative collaboration. With roots inspired by the ancient Oldowan era, the company is dedicated to using the right tools and resources to build legacies. The Legacy Cave Team: Sammi Ho (Strategic Development), Dahlia Fernandez (Listening Den, Focusing on the artist, and telling their stories), and Carol Douse, (Founder), have found a way to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary achievements by uplifting community talent and fostering connections that lead to lasting impact. For them, this event is not only a reflection of their journey, but also a bold step into the future as they continue to expand their impact.
I had to do some research to learn exactly what, and when the Oldowan era was. The appearance of simple stone tools, widely known as Oldowan Tools or the Oldowan industry, marked the beginning of our technological revolution. To our knowledge, these artifacts appeared around 2.6 million years ago in the savannahs of Eastern Africa. Today, the Oldowan is still the earliest, universally acknowledged stone tool industry. When I spoke with Founder Carol Douse, I began to understand the why behind Oldowan, and the appropriateness of the company’s moniker.
“We are all part of the growing and developing community,” Carol shares. “We all have the ability to provide something to help each other grow. We can develop our community into what we want it to be. We have to hone back into our natural given skills, the tools that have naturally been given to us. This celebration isn’t just about our past; it’s about the future we’re creating together. We want to inspire the next generation of community leaders and creators to build legacies that transcend time.”
“What unique elements have you incorporated into the event to make it memorable, I queried?”
“I would have to say that my favourite element of the event is our Legacy Builder Mixer Bingo: Here guests have a chance to: meet, connect, and collaborate in a fun and engaging way. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and build their dream teams while participating in this unique icebreaker. It sparks a little bit of fun. You get to meet the person in the room, and it is not awkward. What we found is that people have kept this list and utilized it to collaborate with who they have met. It is a tangible takeaway.”
“How do you hope this event will contribute to the growth and development of the community?”
“We have done ourselves a disservice by not reaching out to people in our communities, and building together. You have a network that is ready for you to be abundant, but we have to be ready to take our seat at the table. We are opening up that table to you.”
Step into an evening of inspiration, connection, and legacy-building! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate, network, and elevate your journey alongside a vibrant community of changemakers. Whether you’re seeking to learn, connect, or leave a lasting impact, this event is for you!
Event Details: Date: November 16th, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Location: Center for Social Innovation, 192 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2C2
For more information, or to become a vendor, sponsor, or volunteer, contact the team at oldowanco@gmail.com.