Build Out Loud is making space for Black women to thrive
We help entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, intrapreneurs, as well as those who have not yet started their *thing* but want to in the near future. We facilitate connections and provide tools for our community to level-up their project, business, or start up idea.
What is BUILD OUT LOUD about?
Connecting with Others
Sharing Resources
Learning while doing
Feedback and Accountability
Check out our programming!
COWORK + CHILL
COWORK + CHILL is a 2 hour time slot to get STUFF DONE!
We spend the first 45 minutes talking about a subject/theme. The next 45 minutes we allow everyone to go into deep work - working on any project or tasks you bring with you! Once we are done, we will share takeaways and what we achieved while in deep work. This has been a fabulous way to connect and network!
DEEP WORK ZONE
Deep work (a concept popularized by author Cal Newport) is the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task. It's a skill that allows you to quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time.
DEEP WORK ZONE is a dedicated space or getting important stuff done using deep work principles amongst other Black Women
BLACK GIRL PLAY DATE
BLACK GIRL PLAY DATE brings joy, self-care, community and creativity! We have designed some games to breathe some creativity, adventure and thoughtfulness into your day.
Why is Play important? Use play as an opportunity to unlock creativity, release stress, meet new people, laugh - you’ll forget it’s on Zoom!
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What People Are Saying
Vibes were on point from the visuals to the music and the instructions. I love the accountability of working with other people virtually. This gave me a specific schedule to carve out time for working outside of work.
— DEEP WORK ZONE, Feb 2021
Though virtual, get good energy from the other women who we are sharing space with. Nice to have dedicated time to look forward to.
— DEEP WORK ZONE, Feb 2021
The extended deep work time was incredibly useful and the scheduling during the week was also ideal. I often use these sessions to make progress on my side hustle or career growth focused work so having dedicated time outside of work hours where I am forced to be accountable and work (because I'm on camera with other amazing women) helps me make a lot of progress and avoid procrastination.
— DEEP WORK ZONE, Feb 2021
You created such a beautiful space to connect with other black women and get work done, thank you
— COWORK + CHILL, Jan 2021
The energy is always so good! It's a positive and judgement-free space for black women to come together, support and celebrate each other, learn and get things done
— COWORK + CHILL, Jan 2021
The content, connectivity and the flow of the session is worth waking up earlier on Saturday mornings. This session in particular helped me frame a lot of my intentions for this year.
— COWORK + CHILL, Jan 2021
Not only do we share inspiration, but we also learn about concrete tools and how to apply actionable strategies. This is such a gift!
— COWORK + CHILL, Nov 2020
It was energizing, motivating and encouraging. It was super helpful in allowing me to focus and give myself permission to get things done. But also to let go of what hasn't been working and strategize on the next thing.
— COWORK + CHILL, Nov 2020
I love the energy in the room. It's a nice, safe, productive bubble for me. Especially as I'm not working these days and have to purposefully find "useful" spaces.
— COWORK + CHILL, Nov 2020
Meet your Program Leads.
Meron Berhe
Raised in Ottawa, Meron is a Project Manager at CHEO - Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Meron studied at both Carleton University and uOttawa and holds a BSc in Health Science, a BSc in Psychology, Mental Health & Neuroscience and a certificate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. She is also a Project Manager, having received her PMP designation through the Project Management Institute in 2018. Meron is also the founder of Black Ottawa Connect!
Stacey-Ann Morris
Raised in Ottawa, Stacey-Ann is a Curriculum Consultant, who designs and assesses courses and programs related to work, life and learning for students. In her day to day, she consults with various faculty members at Carleton University to integrate employability skills in courses and programs. She holds a Master degree in Education & Technology from Harvard University and was awarded the Intellectual Contribution & Faculty Tribute Award in 2014. She has extensive curriculum and program development experience and has designed various courses at Harvard University, University of Ottawa, Algonquin College and Carleton University.
Work with Meron & Stacey-Ann!
Do you want us to facilitate a session for your group? We can run a private session for your group, or create custom workshops for your needs. Fill out the contact form and we’ll be in touch.
We're pleased to announce that our 2023-2024 BUILD OUT LOUD programming is being supported by TD Bank Group. TD is committed to supporting many community initiatives to help increase access to opportunities that people need to participate and feel a sense of belonging in their community.
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