Panel Talk: Celebrating Black-owned Artisan Businesses

February 23, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Gain insight and inspiration from local Black entrepreneurs during a panel talk hosted by PAMA’s Community Engagement Supervisor, Ann Pennicooke. Explore the creativity, vision, drive, and community impact of local businesswomen Navern Nash-longshaw of Chateau Neuf, Chantale Abbott-Keith of Cakestries, and Eshe Simba of Sugar Plum Scrubs. Be inspired by uniqueness of their products and the story of their brands. Part of PAMA’s Black History Month celebration; panel discussion followed by an opportunity to browse and purchase unique creations by these businesses. 

Free Admission to event. No registration required.

About the Panelists:

Chantale Abbott-Keith, founder of Cakestries, is a self-taught pastry artist who merged her passion for art, fashion, and architecture into stunning edible creations. Through dedication and hands-on experience, she discovered the perfect canvas to express her creativity.

Eshe Simba is the Founder of Sugar Plum Scrubs. She grows lavender and other herbs in Glencoe, Ontario. She spends her free time travelling throughout Africa and the Caribbean. Her favorite Sugar Plum Scrubs product is the Morning Dew - Lemongrass and Lavender Body Scrub

Navern Nash-longshaw is the founder of Chateau Neuf. Navern’s brand was born out of her love for fashion and textile designs, the desire to be a pillar for women’s empowerment, and an advocate to educate others that sustainability is not just a concept, but a lifestyle.